Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Hell'S Kitchen?
Hell’s Kitchen Bleeds—Lower the Limit, Save a Life
Hell’S Kitchen: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 28, 2025
The Toll in Hell’s Kitchen
The streets do not forgive. In the last twelve months, one person died and 269 were injured in crashes across Hell’s Kitchen. Four were left with serious injuries. The numbers do not tell you about the blood on the asphalt or the families waiting for a call that never comes. They only count the bodies.
Just last week, a sedan struck a cyclist on West 45th Street. Two days before, another cyclist was hit by a car on West 51st. These are not rare events. There have been 1,717 crashes since 2022. Six people killed. Twenty-one left with injuries that will not heal.
Who Pays the Price
The dead are not just numbers. They are neighbors. A 39-year-old pedestrian crushed by a box truck on 9th Avenue. A 29-year-old woman killed by a car at West 58th. A 62-year-old man struck by a truck on 8th Avenue. Each one gone in a moment. Each one a hole in someone’s life.
The city’s own data shows the pattern. Cars and SUVs caused the most harm—one death, 95 minor injuries, 54 moderate, six serious. Trucks killed two. Bikes, too, left their mark: 22 injured, one seriously. No one is safe, but the most vulnerable—those on foot, on bikes—pay the highest price.
Leadership: Promises and Pressure
Local leaders have moved, but not fast enough. State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act, a bill to force repeat speeders to install devices that keep them from breaking the limit. Assembly Member Linda Rosenthal backed Sammy’s Law, giving the city power to lower speed limits to 20 mph. But the city drags its feet. The default speed is still 25. The blood keeps coming.
As the FDNY mourned a fallen firefighter killed on the FDR, the city’s leaders offered words. “We lost a true hero this morning,” said Deputy Mayor Kaz Daughtry. “His dedication to serving and protecting New Yorkers…exemplifies the selflessness and courage that define all of New York’s Bravest.”
But words do not stop cars. Every day of delay is another day of risk.
Act: Demand Action Now
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real enforcement against repeat speeders.
The dead cannot speak. You can. Do not wait for another name on the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Hell'S Kitchen sit politically?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Hell'S Kitchen?
▸ Are crashes just 'accidents' or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ How many people have been killed or seriously injured in Hell'S Kitchen recently?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port, ABC7, Published 2025-07-24
- Firefighter Killed in FDR Drive Collision, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-25
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- Albany lawmakers set to pass Sammy’s Law, allow NYC to lower speed limit to 20 mph, amny.com, Published 2024-04-18
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4570900 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-28
- Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be, New York Post, Published 2025-07-27
- Firefighter Killed In FDR Drive Hit-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-07-24
- Rear Bus Slams Into Another At Port, ABC7, Published 2025-07-24
- Chinatown Hit-And-Run Kills Two, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-24
- File A 7997, Open States, Published 2025-04-16
Other Representatives
District 67
230 W. 72nd St. Suite 2F, New York, NY 10023
Room 943, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 3
224 West 30th St, Suite 1206, New York, NY 10001
212-564-7757
250 Broadway, Suite 1785, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6979
District 47
322 8th Ave. Suite 1700, New York, NY 10001
Room 310, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Hell'S Kitchen Hell'S Kitchen sits in Manhattan, Precinct 18, District 3, AD 67, SD 47, Manhattan CB4.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Hell'S Kitchen
Taxi Ignores Signal, Driver Injured on W 43rd▸A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
A 7997Rosenthal co-sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, potentially reducing overall street safety.▸Assembly bill A 7997 lets speed cameras catch drivers hiding or altering plates. It extends camera use in school zones. Lawmakers push to close loopholes that shield reckless drivers from accountability.
Assembly bill A 7997, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Deborah Glick with co-sponsors Jo Anne Simon, John Zaccaro Jr., Linda Rosenthal, and Tony Simone, was introduced on April 16, 2025. It 'permits the use of photo speed violation monitoring systems in New York City for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction, concealment, and/or distortion; extends provisions permitting the use of speed cameras in certain school zones.' By targeting plate obstruction, the bill seeks to stop drivers from dodging speed camera enforcement, a move that could help protect pedestrians and cyclists from repeat offenders.
-
File A 7997,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-16
A 7997Simone co-sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, potentially reducing overall street safety.▸Assembly bill A 7997 lets speed cameras catch drivers hiding or altering plates. It extends camera use in school zones. Lawmakers push to close loopholes that shield reckless drivers from accountability.
Assembly bill A 7997, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Deborah Glick with co-sponsors Jo Anne Simon, John Zaccaro Jr., Linda Rosenthal, and Tony Simone, was introduced on April 16, 2025. It 'permits the use of photo speed violation monitoring systems in New York City for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction, concealment, and/or distortion; extends provisions permitting the use of speed cameras in certain school zones.' By targeting plate obstruction, the bill seeks to stop drivers from dodging speed camera enforcement, a move that could help protect pedestrians and cyclists from repeat offenders.
-
File A 7997,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-16
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV turned right on W 53rd. Driver failed to yield. Struck 18-year-old woman crossing with signal. She suffered bruises. System failed to protect her.
An SUV driver struck an 18-year-old woman as she crossed W 53rd Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield the right-of-way. The woman suffered contusions. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was not injured. The system allowed danger at the intersection.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Int 1233-2025Bottcher co-sponsors bill to require vegetated medians, boosting cyclist and pedestrian safety.▸Council bill orders trees and plants on new medians between bike lanes and car traffic. Concrete gets green. Barriers grow roots. The city must build for life, not speed.
Int 1233-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced April 10, 2025, it demands new medians between bicycle lanes and motor vehicles be built for trees and vegetation, pending feasibility. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to the planting of vegetation on new medians separating bicycle lanes from motorized vehicle traffic.” Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Bottcher, Ossé, Brannan, Hanif, and Brooks-Powers. They push the city to plant, or allow planting, in every new median. The law would take effect 120 days after passage. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 1233-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Int 1105-2024Bottcher votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
S 7336Hoylman-Sigal co-sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, potentially reducing overall street safety.▸Senate bill S 7336 pushes more speed cameras and targets hidden plates. Sponsors want sharper eyes on reckless drivers. School zones stay under watch. The city’s most vulnerable stay exposed.
Senate bill S 7336, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, titled 'Relates to the use of certain photo speed violation monitoring systems for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction; repealer,' lets cameras catch drivers who hide or alter plates and extends speed camera use in school zones. Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill’s focus: more enforcement, less evasion. No safety analyst note yet, but the intent is clear—more eyes on the street, more pressure on reckless drivers.
-
File S 7336,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-10
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Three Sedans Collide on West 49th Street▸Steel crashes on West 49th. Three sedans tangle. A young woman, head struck, reels in shock. Sirens wail. The city holds its breath as the street falls silent.
Three sedans collided on West 49th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, metal buckled and a 21-year-old woman driving one sedan suffered a head injury and shock. Four others, aged 21 to 47, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Lap belts were used by the injured driver and another driver. The crash left the street quiet under city lights.
Sedan Door Swings Open, Cyclist Thrown▸A sedan door snaps open on West 56th. A woman on a bike slams metal, hurled to the street. Blood pours from her head. She lies conscious. The driver stands untouched. Manhattan traffic surges on.
A woman riding a bike suffered severe head lacerations after striking a suddenly opened sedan door on West 56th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A parked sedan’s door swings open. A woman on a bike strikes metal, is thrown. Her head bleeds. She lies conscious on the pavement. The driver stands unharmed.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The cyclist was ejected and injured, but remained conscious. The sedan driver was not hurt.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
E-Bike Turns Improperly, Injures Pedestrian▸A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
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Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
A taxi ran a traffic control on W 43rd and 9th. The driver, 64, suffered a shoulder injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect those inside.
A taxi collided at W 43rd Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The 64-year-old male driver was injured in the shoulder and reported whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The report lists no other contributing factors. Two other occupants were involved but their injuries were unspecified. The data shows the taxi's left side doors were damaged. The system allowed a lapse in traffic control, leaving a driver hurt.
A 7997Rosenthal co-sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, potentially reducing overall street safety.▸Assembly bill A 7997 lets speed cameras catch drivers hiding or altering plates. It extends camera use in school zones. Lawmakers push to close loopholes that shield reckless drivers from accountability.
Assembly bill A 7997, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Deborah Glick with co-sponsors Jo Anne Simon, John Zaccaro Jr., Linda Rosenthal, and Tony Simone, was introduced on April 16, 2025. It 'permits the use of photo speed violation monitoring systems in New York City for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction, concealment, and/or distortion; extends provisions permitting the use of speed cameras in certain school zones.' By targeting plate obstruction, the bill seeks to stop drivers from dodging speed camera enforcement, a move that could help protect pedestrians and cyclists from repeat offenders.
-
File A 7997,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-16
A 7997Simone co-sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, potentially reducing overall street safety.▸Assembly bill A 7997 lets speed cameras catch drivers hiding or altering plates. It extends camera use in school zones. Lawmakers push to close loopholes that shield reckless drivers from accountability.
Assembly bill A 7997, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Deborah Glick with co-sponsors Jo Anne Simon, John Zaccaro Jr., Linda Rosenthal, and Tony Simone, was introduced on April 16, 2025. It 'permits the use of photo speed violation monitoring systems in New York City for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction, concealment, and/or distortion; extends provisions permitting the use of speed cameras in certain school zones.' By targeting plate obstruction, the bill seeks to stop drivers from dodging speed camera enforcement, a move that could help protect pedestrians and cyclists from repeat offenders.
-
File A 7997,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-16
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
-
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV turned right on W 53rd. Driver failed to yield. Struck 18-year-old woman crossing with signal. She suffered bruises. System failed to protect her.
An SUV driver struck an 18-year-old woman as she crossed W 53rd Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield the right-of-way. The woman suffered contusions. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was not injured. The system allowed danger at the intersection.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Int 1233-2025Bottcher co-sponsors bill to require vegetated medians, boosting cyclist and pedestrian safety.▸Council bill orders trees and plants on new medians between bike lanes and car traffic. Concrete gets green. Barriers grow roots. The city must build for life, not speed.
Int 1233-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced April 10, 2025, it demands new medians between bicycle lanes and motor vehicles be built for trees and vegetation, pending feasibility. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to the planting of vegetation on new medians separating bicycle lanes from motorized vehicle traffic.” Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Bottcher, Ossé, Brannan, Hanif, and Brooks-Powers. They push the city to plant, or allow planting, in every new median. The law would take effect 120 days after passage. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File Int 1233-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Int 1105-2024Bottcher votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
S 7336Hoylman-Sigal co-sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, potentially reducing overall street safety.▸Senate bill S 7336 pushes more speed cameras and targets hidden plates. Sponsors want sharper eyes on reckless drivers. School zones stay under watch. The city’s most vulnerable stay exposed.
Senate bill S 7336, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, titled 'Relates to the use of certain photo speed violation monitoring systems for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction; repealer,' lets cameras catch drivers who hide or alter plates and extends speed camera use in school zones. Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill’s focus: more enforcement, less evasion. No safety analyst note yet, but the intent is clear—more eyes on the street, more pressure on reckless drivers.
-
File S 7336,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-10
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Three Sedans Collide on West 49th Street▸Steel crashes on West 49th. Three sedans tangle. A young woman, head struck, reels in shock. Sirens wail. The city holds its breath as the street falls silent.
Three sedans collided on West 49th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, metal buckled and a 21-year-old woman driving one sedan suffered a head injury and shock. Four others, aged 21 to 47, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Lap belts were used by the injured driver and another driver. The crash left the street quiet under city lights.
Sedan Door Swings Open, Cyclist Thrown▸A sedan door snaps open on West 56th. A woman on a bike slams metal, hurled to the street. Blood pours from her head. She lies conscious. The driver stands untouched. Manhattan traffic surges on.
A woman riding a bike suffered severe head lacerations after striking a suddenly opened sedan door on West 56th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A parked sedan’s door swings open. A woman on a bike strikes metal, is thrown. Her head bleeds. She lies conscious on the pavement. The driver stands unharmed.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The cyclist was ejected and injured, but remained conscious. The sedan driver was not hurt.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
E-Bike Turns Improperly, Injures Pedestrian▸A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
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Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
Assembly bill A 7997 lets speed cameras catch drivers hiding or altering plates. It extends camera use in school zones. Lawmakers push to close loopholes that shield reckless drivers from accountability.
Assembly bill A 7997, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Deborah Glick with co-sponsors Jo Anne Simon, John Zaccaro Jr., Linda Rosenthal, and Tony Simone, was introduced on April 16, 2025. It 'permits the use of photo speed violation monitoring systems in New York City for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction, concealment, and/or distortion; extends provisions permitting the use of speed cameras in certain school zones.' By targeting plate obstruction, the bill seeks to stop drivers from dodging speed camera enforcement, a move that could help protect pedestrians and cyclists from repeat offenders.
- File A 7997, Open States, Published 2025-04-16
A 7997Simone co-sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, potentially reducing overall street safety.▸Assembly bill A 7997 lets speed cameras catch drivers hiding or altering plates. It extends camera use in school zones. Lawmakers push to close loopholes that shield reckless drivers from accountability.
Assembly bill A 7997, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Deborah Glick with co-sponsors Jo Anne Simon, John Zaccaro Jr., Linda Rosenthal, and Tony Simone, was introduced on April 16, 2025. It 'permits the use of photo speed violation monitoring systems in New York City for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction, concealment, and/or distortion; extends provisions permitting the use of speed cameras in certain school zones.' By targeting plate obstruction, the bill seeks to stop drivers from dodging speed camera enforcement, a move that could help protect pedestrians and cyclists from repeat offenders.
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File A 7997,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-16
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV turned right on W 53rd. Driver failed to yield. Struck 18-year-old woman crossing with signal. She suffered bruises. System failed to protect her.
An SUV driver struck an 18-year-old woman as she crossed W 53rd Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield the right-of-way. The woman suffered contusions. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was not injured. The system allowed danger at the intersection.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Int 1233-2025Bottcher co-sponsors bill to require vegetated medians, boosting cyclist and pedestrian safety.▸Council bill orders trees and plants on new medians between bike lanes and car traffic. Concrete gets green. Barriers grow roots. The city must build for life, not speed.
Int 1233-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced April 10, 2025, it demands new medians between bicycle lanes and motor vehicles be built for trees and vegetation, pending feasibility. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to the planting of vegetation on new medians separating bicycle lanes from motorized vehicle traffic.” Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Bottcher, Ossé, Brannan, Hanif, and Brooks-Powers. They push the city to plant, or allow planting, in every new median. The law would take effect 120 days after passage. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 1233-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Int 1105-2024Bottcher votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
S 7336Hoylman-Sigal co-sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, potentially reducing overall street safety.▸Senate bill S 7336 pushes more speed cameras and targets hidden plates. Sponsors want sharper eyes on reckless drivers. School zones stay under watch. The city’s most vulnerable stay exposed.
Senate bill S 7336, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, titled 'Relates to the use of certain photo speed violation monitoring systems for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction; repealer,' lets cameras catch drivers who hide or alter plates and extends speed camera use in school zones. Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill’s focus: more enforcement, less evasion. No safety analyst note yet, but the intent is clear—more eyes on the street, more pressure on reckless drivers.
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File S 7336,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-10
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Three Sedans Collide on West 49th Street▸Steel crashes on West 49th. Three sedans tangle. A young woman, head struck, reels in shock. Sirens wail. The city holds its breath as the street falls silent.
Three sedans collided on West 49th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, metal buckled and a 21-year-old woman driving one sedan suffered a head injury and shock. Four others, aged 21 to 47, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Lap belts were used by the injured driver and another driver. The crash left the street quiet under city lights.
Sedan Door Swings Open, Cyclist Thrown▸A sedan door snaps open on West 56th. A woman on a bike slams metal, hurled to the street. Blood pours from her head. She lies conscious. The driver stands untouched. Manhattan traffic surges on.
A woman riding a bike suffered severe head lacerations after striking a suddenly opened sedan door on West 56th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A parked sedan’s door swings open. A woman on a bike strikes metal, is thrown. Her head bleeds. She lies conscious on the pavement. The driver stands unharmed.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The cyclist was ejected and injured, but remained conscious. The sedan driver was not hurt.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
E-Bike Turns Improperly, Injures Pedestrian▸A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
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Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
Assembly bill A 7997 lets speed cameras catch drivers hiding or altering plates. It extends camera use in school zones. Lawmakers push to close loopholes that shield reckless drivers from accountability.
Assembly bill A 7997, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, sponsored by Deborah Glick with co-sponsors Jo Anne Simon, John Zaccaro Jr., Linda Rosenthal, and Tony Simone, was introduced on April 16, 2025. It 'permits the use of photo speed violation monitoring systems in New York City for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction, concealment, and/or distortion; extends provisions permitting the use of speed cameras in certain school zones.' By targeting plate obstruction, the bill seeks to stop drivers from dodging speed camera enforcement, a move that could help protect pedestrians and cyclists from repeat offenders.
- File A 7997, Open States, Published 2025-04-16
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
-
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-04-12
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV turned right on W 53rd. Driver failed to yield. Struck 18-year-old woman crossing with signal. She suffered bruises. System failed to protect her.
An SUV driver struck an 18-year-old woman as she crossed W 53rd Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield the right-of-way. The woman suffered contusions. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was not injured. The system allowed danger at the intersection.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
-
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Int 1233-2025Bottcher co-sponsors bill to require vegetated medians, boosting cyclist and pedestrian safety.▸Council bill orders trees and plants on new medians between bike lanes and car traffic. Concrete gets green. Barriers grow roots. The city must build for life, not speed.
Int 1233-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced April 10, 2025, it demands new medians between bicycle lanes and motor vehicles be built for trees and vegetation, pending feasibility. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to the planting of vegetation on new medians separating bicycle lanes from motorized vehicle traffic.” Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Bottcher, Ossé, Brannan, Hanif, and Brooks-Powers. They push the city to plant, or allow planting, in every new median. The law would take effect 120 days after passage. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 1233-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Int 1105-2024Bottcher votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
S 7336Hoylman-Sigal co-sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, potentially reducing overall street safety.▸Senate bill S 7336 pushes more speed cameras and targets hidden plates. Sponsors want sharper eyes on reckless drivers. School zones stay under watch. The city’s most vulnerable stay exposed.
Senate bill S 7336, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, titled 'Relates to the use of certain photo speed violation monitoring systems for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction; repealer,' lets cameras catch drivers who hide or alter plates and extends speed camera use in school zones. Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill’s focus: more enforcement, less evasion. No safety analyst note yet, but the intent is clear—more eyes on the street, more pressure on reckless drivers.
-
File S 7336,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-10
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Three Sedans Collide on West 49th Street▸Steel crashes on West 49th. Three sedans tangle. A young woman, head struck, reels in shock. Sirens wail. The city holds its breath as the street falls silent.
Three sedans collided on West 49th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, metal buckled and a 21-year-old woman driving one sedan suffered a head injury and shock. Four others, aged 21 to 47, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Lap belts were used by the injured driver and another driver. The crash left the street quiet under city lights.
Sedan Door Swings Open, Cyclist Thrown▸A sedan door snaps open on West 56th. A woman on a bike slams metal, hurled to the street. Blood pours from her head. She lies conscious. The driver stands untouched. Manhattan traffic surges on.
A woman riding a bike suffered severe head lacerations after striking a suddenly opened sedan door on West 56th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A parked sedan’s door swings open. A woman on a bike strikes metal, is thrown. Her head bleeds. She lies conscious on the pavement. The driver stands unharmed.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The cyclist was ejected and injured, but remained conscious. The sedan driver was not hurt.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
E-Bike Turns Improperly, Injures Pedestrian▸A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
-
Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
A stolen car slammed into a Manhattan building. Flames followed. The driver, Francisco Guzman Parra, died on impact. His family waited days for answers. Police actions now face scrutiny. The city counts another life lost to speed and steel.
The New York Times (April 12, 2025) reports on the death of Francisco Guzman Parra after a stolen Honda CRV crashed into a building in Inwood, Manhattan. The crash followed a police chase; two officers involved were suspended pending investigation. The article notes, "The police are investigating whether the officers left the scene without reporting the crash." The medical examiner found Guzman Parra died from blunt impact and thermal injuries. The NYPD force investigation unit and state attorney general are reviewing the incident. The police have not disclosed why the chase began or details about the pursuit. The case highlights ongoing questions about police pursuit policies and the dangers that follow high-speed chases through city streets.
- Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death, The New York Times, Published 2025-04-12
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸SUV turned right on W 53rd. Driver failed to yield. Struck 18-year-old woman crossing with signal. She suffered bruises. System failed to protect her.
An SUV driver struck an 18-year-old woman as she crossed W 53rd Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield the right-of-way. The woman suffered contusions. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was not injured. The system allowed danger at the intersection.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Int 1233-2025Bottcher co-sponsors bill to require vegetated medians, boosting cyclist and pedestrian safety.▸Council bill orders trees and plants on new medians between bike lanes and car traffic. Concrete gets green. Barriers grow roots. The city must build for life, not speed.
Int 1233-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced April 10, 2025, it demands new medians between bicycle lanes and motor vehicles be built for trees and vegetation, pending feasibility. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to the planting of vegetation on new medians separating bicycle lanes from motorized vehicle traffic.” Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Bottcher, Ossé, Brannan, Hanif, and Brooks-Powers. They push the city to plant, or allow planting, in every new median. The law would take effect 120 days after passage. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 1233-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Int 1105-2024Bottcher votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
S 7336Hoylman-Sigal co-sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, potentially reducing overall street safety.▸Senate bill S 7336 pushes more speed cameras and targets hidden plates. Sponsors want sharper eyes on reckless drivers. School zones stay under watch. The city’s most vulnerable stay exposed.
Senate bill S 7336, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, titled 'Relates to the use of certain photo speed violation monitoring systems for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction; repealer,' lets cameras catch drivers who hide or alter plates and extends speed camera use in school zones. Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill’s focus: more enforcement, less evasion. No safety analyst note yet, but the intent is clear—more eyes on the street, more pressure on reckless drivers.
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File S 7336,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-10
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Three Sedans Collide on West 49th Street▸Steel crashes on West 49th. Three sedans tangle. A young woman, head struck, reels in shock. Sirens wail. The city holds its breath as the street falls silent.
Three sedans collided on West 49th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, metal buckled and a 21-year-old woman driving one sedan suffered a head injury and shock. Four others, aged 21 to 47, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Lap belts were used by the injured driver and another driver. The crash left the street quiet under city lights.
Sedan Door Swings Open, Cyclist Thrown▸A sedan door snaps open on West 56th. A woman on a bike slams metal, hurled to the street. Blood pours from her head. She lies conscious. The driver stands untouched. Manhattan traffic surges on.
A woman riding a bike suffered severe head lacerations after striking a suddenly opened sedan door on West 56th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A parked sedan’s door swings open. A woman on a bike strikes metal, is thrown. Her head bleeds. She lies conscious on the pavement. The driver stands unharmed.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The cyclist was ejected and injured, but remained conscious. The sedan driver was not hurt.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
E-Bike Turns Improperly, Injures Pedestrian▸A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
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Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
SUV turned right on W 53rd. Driver failed to yield. Struck 18-year-old woman crossing with signal. She suffered bruises. System failed to protect her.
An SUV driver struck an 18-year-old woman as she crossed W 53rd Street at 9th Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a right turn, failed to yield the right-of-way. The woman suffered contusions. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was not injured. The system allowed danger at the intersection.
Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash▸Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
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Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-11
Int 1233-2025Bottcher co-sponsors bill to require vegetated medians, boosting cyclist and pedestrian safety.▸Council bill orders trees and plants on new medians between bike lanes and car traffic. Concrete gets green. Barriers grow roots. The city must build for life, not speed.
Int 1233-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced April 10, 2025, it demands new medians between bicycle lanes and motor vehicles be built for trees and vegetation, pending feasibility. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to the planting of vegetation on new medians separating bicycle lanes from motorized vehicle traffic.” Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Bottcher, Ossé, Brannan, Hanif, and Brooks-Powers. They push the city to plant, or allow planting, in every new median. The law would take effect 120 days after passage. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 1233-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Int 1105-2024Bottcher votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
-
File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
S 7336Hoylman-Sigal co-sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, potentially reducing overall street safety.▸Senate bill S 7336 pushes more speed cameras and targets hidden plates. Sponsors want sharper eyes on reckless drivers. School zones stay under watch. The city’s most vulnerable stay exposed.
Senate bill S 7336, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, titled 'Relates to the use of certain photo speed violation monitoring systems for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction; repealer,' lets cameras catch drivers who hide or alter plates and extends speed camera use in school zones. Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill’s focus: more enforcement, less evasion. No safety analyst note yet, but the intent is clear—more eyes on the street, more pressure on reckless drivers.
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File S 7336,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-10
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Three Sedans Collide on West 49th Street▸Steel crashes on West 49th. Three sedans tangle. A young woman, head struck, reels in shock. Sirens wail. The city holds its breath as the street falls silent.
Three sedans collided on West 49th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, metal buckled and a 21-year-old woman driving one sedan suffered a head injury and shock. Four others, aged 21 to 47, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Lap belts were used by the injured driver and another driver. The crash left the street quiet under city lights.
Sedan Door Swings Open, Cyclist Thrown▸A sedan door snaps open on West 56th. A woman on a bike slams metal, hurled to the street. Blood pours from her head. She lies conscious. The driver stands untouched. Manhattan traffic surges on.
A woman riding a bike suffered severe head lacerations after striking a suddenly opened sedan door on West 56th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A parked sedan’s door swings open. A woman on a bike strikes metal, is thrown. Her head bleeds. She lies conscious on the pavement. The driver stands unharmed.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The cyclist was ejected and injured, but remained conscious. The sedan driver was not hurt.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
E-Bike Turns Improperly, Injures Pedestrian▸A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
-
Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
-
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
Including Thursday's deadly crash, 25 people have been killed in New York City sightseeing helicopter accidents in the last 40 years.
- Lawmakers aim to make changes after New York City sightseeing helicopter crash, ABC7, Published 2025-04-11
Int 1233-2025Bottcher co-sponsors bill to require vegetated medians, boosting cyclist and pedestrian safety.▸Council bill orders trees and plants on new medians between bike lanes and car traffic. Concrete gets green. Barriers grow roots. The city must build for life, not speed.
Int 1233-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced April 10, 2025, it demands new medians between bicycle lanes and motor vehicles be built for trees and vegetation, pending feasibility. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to the planting of vegetation on new medians separating bicycle lanes from motorized vehicle traffic.” Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Bottcher, Ossé, Brannan, Hanif, and Brooks-Powers. They push the city to plant, or allow planting, in every new median. The law would take effect 120 days after passage. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File Int 1233-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
Int 1105-2024Bottcher votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
S 7336Hoylman-Sigal co-sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, potentially reducing overall street safety.▸Senate bill S 7336 pushes more speed cameras and targets hidden plates. Sponsors want sharper eyes on reckless drivers. School zones stay under watch. The city’s most vulnerable stay exposed.
Senate bill S 7336, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, titled 'Relates to the use of certain photo speed violation monitoring systems for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction; repealer,' lets cameras catch drivers who hide or alter plates and extends speed camera use in school zones. Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill’s focus: more enforcement, less evasion. No safety analyst note yet, but the intent is clear—more eyes on the street, more pressure on reckless drivers.
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File S 7336,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-10
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Three Sedans Collide on West 49th Street▸Steel crashes on West 49th. Three sedans tangle. A young woman, head struck, reels in shock. Sirens wail. The city holds its breath as the street falls silent.
Three sedans collided on West 49th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, metal buckled and a 21-year-old woman driving one sedan suffered a head injury and shock. Four others, aged 21 to 47, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Lap belts were used by the injured driver and another driver. The crash left the street quiet under city lights.
Sedan Door Swings Open, Cyclist Thrown▸A sedan door snaps open on West 56th. A woman on a bike slams metal, hurled to the street. Blood pours from her head. She lies conscious. The driver stands untouched. Manhattan traffic surges on.
A woman riding a bike suffered severe head lacerations after striking a suddenly opened sedan door on West 56th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A parked sedan’s door swings open. A woman on a bike strikes metal, is thrown. Her head bleeds. She lies conscious on the pavement. The driver stands unharmed.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The cyclist was ejected and injured, but remained conscious. The sedan driver was not hurt.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
E-Bike Turns Improperly, Injures Pedestrian▸A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
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Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
Council bill orders trees and plants on new medians between bike lanes and car traffic. Concrete gets green. Barriers grow roots. The city must build for life, not speed.
Int 1233-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced April 10, 2025, it demands new medians between bicycle lanes and motor vehicles be built for trees and vegetation, pending feasibility. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to the planting of vegetation on new medians separating bicycle lanes from motorized vehicle traffic.” Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Bottcher, Ossé, Brannan, Hanif, and Brooks-Powers. They push the city to plant, or allow planting, in every new median. The law would take effect 120 days after passage. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File Int 1233-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-04-10
Int 1105-2024Bottcher votes yes, boosting street safety transparency and project accountability.▸Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
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File Int 1105-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-04-10
S 7336Hoylman-Sigal co-sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, potentially reducing overall street safety.▸Senate bill S 7336 pushes more speed cameras and targets hidden plates. Sponsors want sharper eyes on reckless drivers. School zones stay under watch. The city’s most vulnerable stay exposed.
Senate bill S 7336, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, titled 'Relates to the use of certain photo speed violation monitoring systems for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction; repealer,' lets cameras catch drivers who hide or alter plates and extends speed camera use in school zones. Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill’s focus: more enforcement, less evasion. No safety analyst note yet, but the intent is clear—more eyes on the street, more pressure on reckless drivers.
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File S 7336,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-10
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Three Sedans Collide on West 49th Street▸Steel crashes on West 49th. Three sedans tangle. A young woman, head struck, reels in shock. Sirens wail. The city holds its breath as the street falls silent.
Three sedans collided on West 49th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, metal buckled and a 21-year-old woman driving one sedan suffered a head injury and shock. Four others, aged 21 to 47, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Lap belts were used by the injured driver and another driver. The crash left the street quiet under city lights.
Sedan Door Swings Open, Cyclist Thrown▸A sedan door snaps open on West 56th. A woman on a bike slams metal, hurled to the street. Blood pours from her head. She lies conscious. The driver stands untouched. Manhattan traffic surges on.
A woman riding a bike suffered severe head lacerations after striking a suddenly opened sedan door on West 56th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A parked sedan’s door swings open. A woman on a bike strikes metal, is thrown. Her head bleeds. She lies conscious on the pavement. The driver stands unharmed.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The cyclist was ejected and injured, but remained conscious. The sedan driver was not hurt.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
E-Bike Turns Improperly, Injures Pedestrian▸A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
-
Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
-
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.
Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.
- File Int 1105-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-04-10
S 7336Hoylman-Sigal co-sponsors bill expanding camera enforcement, potentially reducing overall street safety.▸Senate bill S 7336 pushes more speed cameras and targets hidden plates. Sponsors want sharper eyes on reckless drivers. School zones stay under watch. The city’s most vulnerable stay exposed.
Senate bill S 7336, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, titled 'Relates to the use of certain photo speed violation monitoring systems for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction; repealer,' lets cameras catch drivers who hide or alter plates and extends speed camera use in school zones. Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill’s focus: more enforcement, less evasion. No safety analyst note yet, but the intent is clear—more eyes on the street, more pressure on reckless drivers.
-
File S 7336,
Open States,
Published 2025-04-10
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
-
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Three Sedans Collide on West 49th Street▸Steel crashes on West 49th. Three sedans tangle. A young woman, head struck, reels in shock. Sirens wail. The city holds its breath as the street falls silent.
Three sedans collided on West 49th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, metal buckled and a 21-year-old woman driving one sedan suffered a head injury and shock. Four others, aged 21 to 47, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Lap belts were used by the injured driver and another driver. The crash left the street quiet under city lights.
Sedan Door Swings Open, Cyclist Thrown▸A sedan door snaps open on West 56th. A woman on a bike slams metal, hurled to the street. Blood pours from her head. She lies conscious. The driver stands untouched. Manhattan traffic surges on.
A woman riding a bike suffered severe head lacerations after striking a suddenly opened sedan door on West 56th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A parked sedan’s door swings open. A woman on a bike strikes metal, is thrown. Her head bleeds. She lies conscious on the pavement. The driver stands unharmed.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The cyclist was ejected and injured, but remained conscious. The sedan driver was not hurt.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
E-Bike Turns Improperly, Injures Pedestrian▸A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
-
Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
-
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
Senate bill S 7336 pushes more speed cameras and targets hidden plates. Sponsors want sharper eyes on reckless drivers. School zones stay under watch. The city’s most vulnerable stay exposed.
Senate bill S 7336, now in sponsorship, aims to expand photo speed violation monitoring in New York City. The bill, titled 'Relates to the use of certain photo speed violation monitoring systems for the purposes of enforcement of license plate obstruction; repealer,' lets cameras catch drivers who hide or alter plates and extends speed camera use in school zones. Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill’s focus: more enforcement, less evasion. No safety analyst note yet, but the intent is clear—more eyes on the street, more pressure on reckless drivers.
- File S 7336, Open States, Published 2025-04-10
Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen▸A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
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Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen,
Patch,
Published 2025-04-07
Three Sedans Collide on West 49th Street▸Steel crashes on West 49th. Three sedans tangle. A young woman, head struck, reels in shock. Sirens wail. The city holds its breath as the street falls silent.
Three sedans collided on West 49th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, metal buckled and a 21-year-old woman driving one sedan suffered a head injury and shock. Four others, aged 21 to 47, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Lap belts were used by the injured driver and another driver. The crash left the street quiet under city lights.
Sedan Door Swings Open, Cyclist Thrown▸A sedan door snaps open on West 56th. A woman on a bike slams metal, hurled to the street. Blood pours from her head. She lies conscious. The driver stands untouched. Manhattan traffic surges on.
A woman riding a bike suffered severe head lacerations after striking a suddenly opened sedan door on West 56th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A parked sedan’s door swings open. A woman on a bike strikes metal, is thrown. Her head bleeds. She lies conscious on the pavement. The driver stands unharmed.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The cyclist was ejected and injured, but remained conscious. The sedan driver was not hurt.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
E-Bike Turns Improperly, Injures Pedestrian▸A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
-
Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
-
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
A box truck struck a man sitting in the street at West 40th and 9th. The man died at the scene. The driver stayed. Police are investigating. No arrests. The victim’s name is not known.
Patch reported on April 7, 2025, that a man was killed by a box truck at West 40th Street and 9th Avenue in Manhattan. The article states, “Police determined that a box truck, operated by a 75-year-old man, was traveling southbound on 9 Avenue when the vehicle collided with the victim, who was sitting in the roadway.” The driver remained at the scene and was not injured. No arrests have been made. The victim’s identity has not been released. The incident highlights the persistent risk to people in city streets and the need for scrutiny of how large vehicles interact with vulnerable road users. The investigation is ongoing.
- Box Truck Kills Man In Hell's Kitchen, Patch, Published 2025-04-07
Three Sedans Collide on West 49th Street▸Steel crashes on West 49th. Three sedans tangle. A young woman, head struck, reels in shock. Sirens wail. The city holds its breath as the street falls silent.
Three sedans collided on West 49th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, metal buckled and a 21-year-old woman driving one sedan suffered a head injury and shock. Four others, aged 21 to 47, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Lap belts were used by the injured driver and another driver. The crash left the street quiet under city lights.
Sedan Door Swings Open, Cyclist Thrown▸A sedan door snaps open on West 56th. A woman on a bike slams metal, hurled to the street. Blood pours from her head. She lies conscious. The driver stands untouched. Manhattan traffic surges on.
A woman riding a bike suffered severe head lacerations after striking a suddenly opened sedan door on West 56th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A parked sedan’s door swings open. A woman on a bike strikes metal, is thrown. Her head bleeds. She lies conscious on the pavement. The driver stands unharmed.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The cyclist was ejected and injured, but remained conscious. The sedan driver was not hurt.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
E-Bike Turns Improperly, Injures Pedestrian▸A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
-
Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
-
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
Steel crashes on West 49th. Three sedans tangle. A young woman, head struck, reels in shock. Sirens wail. The city holds its breath as the street falls silent.
Three sedans collided on West 49th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, metal buckled and a 21-year-old woman driving one sedan suffered a head injury and shock. Four others, aged 21 to 47, were listed as occupants with unspecified injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no driver errors or contributing factors. Lap belts were used by the injured driver and another driver. The crash left the street quiet under city lights.
Sedan Door Swings Open, Cyclist Thrown▸A sedan door snaps open on West 56th. A woman on a bike slams metal, hurled to the street. Blood pours from her head. She lies conscious. The driver stands untouched. Manhattan traffic surges on.
A woman riding a bike suffered severe head lacerations after striking a suddenly opened sedan door on West 56th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A parked sedan’s door swings open. A woman on a bike strikes metal, is thrown. Her head bleeds. She lies conscious on the pavement. The driver stands unharmed.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The cyclist was ejected and injured, but remained conscious. The sedan driver was not hurt.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
E-Bike Turns Improperly, Injures Pedestrian▸A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
-
Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
-
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
A sedan door snaps open on West 56th. A woman on a bike slams metal, hurled to the street. Blood pours from her head. She lies conscious. The driver stands untouched. Manhattan traffic surges on.
A woman riding a bike suffered severe head lacerations after striking a suddenly opened sedan door on West 56th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, 'A parked sedan’s door swings open. A woman on a bike strikes metal, is thrown. Her head bleeds. She lies conscious on the pavement. The driver stands unharmed.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The cyclist was ejected and injured, but remained conscious. The sedan driver was not hurt.
Box Truck Strikes Pedestrian on 9th Avenue▸A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
E-Bike Turns Improperly, Injures Pedestrian▸A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
-
Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
-
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
A box truck hit a man head-on near West 40th. Steel crushed his skull. He died in the street before dawn. The truck kept moving. No driver errors listed. The city stayed dark.
A 39-year-old man was killed when a box truck struck him head-on on 9th Avenue near West 40th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the roadway, not at an intersection, when the truck hit him. He suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The driver, a 75-year-old man, was not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data.
E-Bike Turns Improperly, Injures Pedestrian▸A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
-
Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
-
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
A 76-year-old man crossing with the signal suffered a severe facial fracture when an e-bike made an improper left turn. The rider failed to yield right-of-way, striking the pedestrian at a Manhattan intersection during evening hours.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:34 on West 46th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 76-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an e-bike making a left turn. The report cites 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the e-bike operator. The pedestrian sustained a distorted fracture and dislocation to his face, classified as a severe injury. The e-bike had no reported damage, and the collision point was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene. This incident highlights driver errors in yielding and turning maneuvers that endangered a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Tony Simone Opposes Burdensome Outdoor Dining Application Process▸Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
-
Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
-
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
Council’s new rules slash outdoor dining in poor neighborhoods. Roadway seating banned in winter. Sidewalk cafes crowd pedestrians. Car parking wins. Small businesses struggle with high fees and red tape. City blames Council. Council blames DOT. Pedestrians lose space.
In March 2025, New York City’s Council and Mayor Adams clashed over outdoor dining rules. The 2023 Council bill banned street-side dining from December to March, restoring thousands of spaces to private car storage. The bill’s summary notes, 'outdoor dining is shrinking back to wealthier neighborhoods.' Mayor Adams signed the regulations. Assembly Member Tony Simone called the process 'overburdensome.' Advocates like Sara Lind and Christine Berthet slammed the rules as inequitable and harmful to pedestrians, saying sidewalk cafes now crowd walking space while car parking is prioritized. The Department of Transportation and Council trade blame for the system’s failures. Small businesses face high fees and complex applications, locking out many restaurants. Pedestrian advocates warn the new law pushes more tables into sidewalk space, squeezing walkers and prioritizing cars over people.
- Outdoor Dining Shrinks Back To Wealthier Neighborhoods as Mayor, Council Point Fingers, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-03-31
Left-Turning Sedan Struck on W 56 St▸A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
-
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
A left-turning sedan was hit broadside by a northbound car on W 56 St. The driver suffered neck injuries and a concussion. Police cite failure to yield and traffic control disregard.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 5:28 AM on W 56 St near 12 Ave in Manhattan. A 2015 Honda sedan, making a left turn, was struck in the right side doors by a 2018 BMW sedan traveling north. The Honda's driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with a neck injury and concussion. He remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, both driver errors. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted.
Van Slams Parked Truck After Driver Sleeps▸Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
-
Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
-
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
Van driver nodded off on W 50 St. He crashed into a parked beverage truck. Head bruised. Metal twisted. Streets stayed hard and unforgiving.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on W 50 St in Manhattan struck the rear of a parked beverage truck at 9:35. The 22-year-old male van driver suffered head contusions but remained conscious. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the primary contributing factor, pointing to driver error. The van's right front bumper and the truck's right rear bumper were damaged. No other contributing factors or victim actions were noted.
Simone Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing Opposes Linking Penn Station▸Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
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Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
Tony Simone cheered Hochul’s fight to keep congestion pricing alive. He praised her stand against demolishing neighborhoods for Penn Station. But he drew a line: the station’s future should not be a bargaining chip for safer, saner streets.
On March 18, 2025, Assemblyman Tony Simone (District 75) issued a statement on congestion pricing and Penn Station redevelopment. The matter, titled 'Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan,' centers on Governor Hochul’s refusal to halt congestion pricing despite federal pressure. Simone, representing the Penn Station area, voiced support for both congestion pricing and a bold Penn Station overhaul, saying, 'It’s time to build a big bold Penn Station. I’m glad that she’s talking to the president about it.' He opposed linking the two projects, stating, 'I don’t think they should be connected.' Simone also welcomed Hochul’s resistance to Amtrak’s expansion plans that would raze neighborhoods. No safety analyst assessment was provided for this action.
- Hochul will defy Trump deadline to stop NYC congestion pricing — but insists president still backs her Penn Station revamp plan, nypost.com, Published 2025-03-18
Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger▸A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
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Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
A Dodge Charger struck a street sweeper, spun out, and pinned an NYPD officer against his patrol car in the West Village. Both the officer and the driver landed in the hospital. The street saw chaos, metal, and speed.
NY Daily News (March 14, 2025) reports a crash at W. 13th St and Seventh Ave. A Dodge Charger, heading south, changed lanes and hit a street sweeper. The car spun several times and pinned a uniformed officer between vehicles. Surveillance footage showed the Charger 'appeared to be speeding,' according to a witness. The officer tried to escape but was struck. Both the officer and driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed. The incident highlights the dangers of lane changes and speed on city streets, raising questions about enforcement and street design.
- Officer Pinned By Spinning Dodge Charger, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-14
Taxi Left Turn Hits Manhattan Bicyclist▸A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.
A taxi making a left turn struck a bicyclist going straight on West 48th Street in Manhattan. The 35-year-old rider was ejected and suffered upper arm injuries. Police cited the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on West 48th Street near 9th Avenue in Manhattan. A 35-year-old male bicyclist was traveling southbound, going straight ahead, when a taxi driver making a left turn struck him with the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a contusion and upper arm injury, classified as injury severity 3. The report explicitly lists the taxi driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment at the time, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The taxi driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Ford vehicle. Vehicle damage was limited to the taxi’s left front bumper. This crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.