Three Dead, No Charges: Blood on York Avenue, Silence at City Hall

SUV slammed into a 23-year-old e-scooter rider on East 66 Street. The man’s shoulder broke and dislocated. Police cite driver distraction. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and exposed.

According to the police report, an SUV traveling west on East 66 Street hit a northbound e-scooter. The 23-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder. The SUV’s left front bumper struck the scooter’s center front. Police list driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter rider wore a harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors are noted. The crash left a vulnerable road user injured, underscoring the risks of driver distraction.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4648353 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

A sedan struck an e-bike head-on at 2nd Avenue and East 60th. The rider, 24, fell hard. Blood pooled. Head wounds. He lay unconscious in the street. The KIA’s doors bent. The city watched, silent.

A sedan collided head-on with an e-bike at the corner of 2nd Avenue and East 60th Street in Manhattan. The 24-year-old e-bike rider suffered severe head wounds and was found unconscious in the street. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck an e-bike head-on. The rider, 24, crumpled on impact. Blood pooled. Head wounds. Unconscious in the street.' The KIA sedan’s right side doors were bent inward from the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south and going straight ahead. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both parties. No driver errors were specified in the data.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4647639 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

A Tesla SUV hit a 25-year-old male bicyclist from behind on East 70 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered a head abrasion but was conscious. The SUV’s left rear bumper was damaged. The crash happened at 11:30 a.m. under clear conditions.

According to the police report, a 2023 Tesla SUV traveling south on East 70 Street rear-ended a bicyclist going straight ahead. The bicyclist, a 25-year-old man, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV’s left rear quarter panel and bumper were damaged. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and no helmet use was specified. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating in mixed traffic environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4645515 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

An 87-year-old man was hit by an e-scooter in Manhattan near 1st Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The scooter showed no damage. The crash occurred off the roadway, with unspecified contributing factors noted.

According to the police report, an 87-year-old male pedestrian was injured by an e-scooter traveling north near 1433 1 Avenue in Manhattan. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time of impact but sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the crash. The e-scooter had no visible damage and was moving straight ahead before the collision. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both the pedestrian and the driver. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were explicitly noted. The pedestrian was not wearing any safety equipment, but no helmet or signaling issues were cited as factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4641511 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

A 44-year-old man crossing East 79 Street with the signal was struck by a sedan traveling east. The pedestrian suffered facial abrasions but remained conscious. The driver showed inattention and distraction, causing the collision at the intersection.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 79 Street struck a 44-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his face and was conscious after the impact. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle, which sustained damage in the same area. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals when the collision occurred.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4641223 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

A 31-year-old male motorcyclist crashed on East 60 Street in Manhattan. The rider suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. The motorcycle sustained damage to the right front quarter panel. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old male motorcyclist was injured in a crash on East 60 Street, Manhattan. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle was damaged on the right front quarter panel. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with driver inexperience, as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The driver was licensed and traveling west, going straight ahead at the time of impact. The crash involved a collision at the center front end of the motorcycle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4640302 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

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

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

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

Two sedans collided near East 62nd Street in Manhattan. The driver of one vehicle suffered a neck injury and whiplash. Police cited improper passing or lane usage as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage in the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans collided at East 62nd Street in Manhattan. The driver of one sedan, a 31-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor for the crash. One vehicle struck the other’s left rear quarter panel with its right front bumper, causing damage to the center front end and left rear bumper respectively. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. Driver error in lane usage led to the collision and injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635908 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

An e-scooter driver was ejected and injured on East 79 Street in Manhattan. The sedan was parked when the crash occurred. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to the lower leg and foot. The driver was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 39-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected in a collision with a parked sedan on East 79 Street, Manhattan. The e-scooter was traveling west, going straight ahead, when it struck the left side doors of the parked sedan. The rider sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed and parked at the time. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter driver was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634117 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

Senate bill S 7099 orders complete street design in all DOT projects with state or federal funds. Streets must serve walkers, cyclists, and riders. No more car-first blueprints. Gounardes leads. Hoylman-Sigal, Krueger back him.

Senate bill S 7099, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York Senate. Filed May 18, 2023, the bill 'requires inclusion of complete street design for state and local transportation projects undertaken by DOT or which receive both federal and state funding and are subject to DOT oversight.' Senator Andrew Gounardes sponsors the measure. Senators Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Liz Krueger co-sponsor. The bill demands every street project under DOT control put people first—pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note is available yet. The bill aims to end car-centric planning.

• File S 7099, Open States, Published 2023-05-18

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

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

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

A sedan struck a 53-year-old male bicyclist merging on East 61 Street in Manhattan. The cyclist suffered hip and upper leg contusions. The driver was distracted, hitting the bike’s front center with the car’s right front bumper.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on East 61 Street collided with a bicyclist merging into traffic. The bicyclist, a 53-year-old man wearing a helmet, sustained contusions to his hip and upper leg. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the bike’s center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were specified. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The bicyclist was not ejected and was injured but survived. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in Manhattan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4629123 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09

Two sedans slammed together on FDR Drive. Five passengers, including three children, suffered internal injuries. Aggressive driving and passing too closely fueled the crash. All victims remained conscious.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on FDR Drive at 10:30 p.m. The impact struck the right side doors of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Five passengers, including children aged 5, 7, and 9, sustained internal injuries to the head, back, neck, and lower limbs. The 39-year-old driver was also injured but remained conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. No one was ejected. The crash underscores the danger of aggressive driving on city roads.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4628747 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-09