About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 3
▸ Crush Injuries 9
▸ Severe Bleeding 4
▸ Severe Lacerations 4
▸ Concussion 5
▸ Whiplash 17
▸ Contusion/Bruise 44
▸ Abrasion 29
▸ Pain/Nausea 10
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Park Avenue, 7:30 PM. A man steps off the curb. He doesn’t make it home.
Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 29, 2025
Just after dusk on Oct 24, at Park Avenue and E 63rd Street, a driver making a left turned into a 28-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. He died at the scene. Police recorded driver distraction as a factor. source
This Week
- Oct 24: A driver turning left on Park at E 63 killed a man who had the walk signal. Police cited driver distraction. source
- Oct 19: A man on a bike going north on Fifth hit a 59-year-old woman crossing at E 61; she was injured. source
The pattern on these blocks
Since Jan 1, 2022, in Upper East Side–Carnegie Hill, there have been 1,442 crashes, with 591 people injured and 3 killed. source
Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue keep showing up as injury hot spots. source
Injuries spike in the afternoon, especially between 2 PM and 5 PM, when more people are in the crosswalks and drivers are rushing the turns. source
Police records point again and again to driver inattention, failure to yield, and drivers rolling through signals as named causes. These are choices made at the wheel. source
This year, the harm didn’t slow
By year-to-date counts, crashes here edged from 279 last year to 281 this year, and deaths rose from 0 to 1. Injuries also increased from 120 to 126. The names change; the corners don’t. source
On 5th and E 66 in September, a bus driver turned right and crushed a 61-year-old woman’s leg. Police listed “turning” and a pedestrian in the intersection. She survived. source
Fix the turns. Clear the corners. Slow the cars.
Park Avenue and Lexington need hard protections at turns: daylighting at every crosswalk, leading pedestrian intervals, and hardened centerlines so drivers can’t cut the corner. Cameras and targeted enforcement at these corridors would back it up where people are getting hit. source
A citywide answer is on the table. New York can lower default speeds under Sammy’s Law; it should be done on the streets where people walk. details
For the worst repeat offenders, Albany has bills that would force speed-limiters onto cars tied to repeat violations. In the Senate, S4045 has backing from Sen. Liz Krueger, who co-sponsored and voted yes in committee. In the Assembly, A2299 is co-sponsored by Assembly Member Alex Bores. Senate bill Assembly bill
Council Member Keith Powers has supported car-free bus priority on 34th Street—less traffic, safer crossings. As he said during a gridlocked Midtown demo, “If you look around us right now, we’re in a pretty tough jam here… I don’t see a lot of officials getting on the bus, and if they did, they would experience this.” source
What it comes down to
A left turn on Park took a man’s life in the past month. The same streets show the same wounds. The tools exist. Use them. Ask the city to slow these blocks and the state to rein in repeat speeders. /take_action/
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons table, Vehicles table , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-29
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 2299, Open States / NY Assembly, Published 2025-01-16
- Team Pedestrian Trounces Team Bus in Annual 'Crosstown Bus Challenge', Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-08
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Alex Bores
District 73
Council Member Keith Powers
District 4
State Senator Liz Krueger
District 28
▸ Other Geographies
Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill sits in Manhattan, Precinct 19, District 4, AD 73, SD 28, Manhattan CB8.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill
19
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Queensboro Bridge Pedestrian Path▸May 19 - Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
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Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-19
14
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian at Lexington▸May 14 - A sedan struck a 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on E 75th and Lexington. The impact bruised his arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion. The car’s left front bumper hit. No vehicle damage reported.
A Ford sedan hit a 73-year-old man as he crossed E 75th Street at Lexington Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car, making a right turn, struck him with its left front bumper. The man suffered a contusion to his arm but remained conscious. Police list 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The sedan showed no damage.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
11
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Park Ave▸May 11 - A sedan hit a 67-year-old woman at E 67th and Park. She bled from her arm, semiconscious. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. System failed to protect her. The street stayed loud.
A 67-year-old woman walking at the intersection of E 67th Street and Park Avenue in Manhattan was struck by a northbound sedan. She suffered a shoulder injury and minor bleeding, and was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. Both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' are listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face when drivers do not follow basic rules. No further details on the pedestrian's actions or equipment were reported.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Lexington Avenue▸May 9 - Two vehicles crashed on Lexington. One driver suffered neck and head injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Both cars damaged. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A taxi and an SUV collided on Lexington Avenue at East 95th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' One driver, age 42, sustained neck injuries and a concussion. The SUV driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were traveling south and struck each other, damaging the taxi's rear and the SUV's front. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The report lists driver inattention as the sole contributing factor.
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Keith Powers Opposes Federal Penn Station Takeover Supports Local Control▸May 9 - Council Member Keith Powers and Dr. Calvin Sun slammed federal Penn Station plans. They called for city and state control. Both backed congestion pricing and safer, more accessible transit. Skepticism ran high. Vulnerable road users got a rare mention. No trust in Washington.
On May 9, 2025, at a Manhattan Borough President candidate forum, outgoing Council Member Keith Powers (District 4) and Dr. Calvin Sun voiced strong doubts about the federal government’s Penn Station renovation plans. Powers said, 'I am not looking to co-operate with Donald Trump on really anything,' stressing the need for city and state leadership and a plan that delivers for housing, public space, and transit. Dr. Sun echoed distrust, warning the federal government could deprive the city of needed resources. Both candidates supported congestion pricing, with Sun favoring a dynamic model and exemptions for low-income New Yorkers. They called for improved public transit accessibility and more pedestrianization. Powers demanded tougher fare evasion enforcement, while Sun sought nonviolent consequences and better subway quality. The forum highlighted the candidates’ focus on local control and safer, more equitable streets.
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Manhattan BP candidates skeptical of federal plans for Penn Station, ‘not looking to work with Trump’,
amny.com,
Published 2025-05-09
8
Krueger Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing and Transit Funding▸May 8 - Albany lawmakers passed a $254-billion budget. Republicans railed against congestion pricing. Democrats stood firm. The vote split along party lines. The budget funds the MTA and transit expansion. Vulnerable road users saw no direct mention. The system rolls on.
"The amount that you're paying for congestion pricing is actually a relatively small increase in the total cost... And the good news on the research is theater has not come down since congestion pricing has started. Restaurants have not come down. There are more people on the streets." -- Liz Krueger
On May 8, 2025, the New York State Legislature passed Gov. Hochul’s $254-billion budget after heated debate. The bill, debated in the Senate Finance and Transportation Committees, included $6 billion for MTA capital improvements and supported congestion pricing. Sen. Dean Murray (R-Suffolk) and Sen. Bill Weber (R-Rockland) opposed the measure, citing toll burdens and limited transit options. Senate Finance Chair Liz Krueger (D-Manhattan) and Transportation Chair Jeremy Cooney (D-Rochester) defended the plan, highlighting increased MTA revenue and minimal impact on local businesses. The matter summary reads: 'State legislators from the suburbs, particularly Republican lawmakers, voiced strong opposition to congestion pricing during the passage of Gov. Hochul's $254-billion budget in Albany.' The budget passed 40-22, mostly along party lines. No safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
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Budget Passes in Albany, But First, GOP Whines About Congestion Pricing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Krueger votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Park Avenue▸May 5 - A Ford SUV hit a 72-year-old woman crossing Park Avenue with the signal. She suffered a neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The driver was licensed.
A 72-year-old woman was struck and injured by a Ford SUV while crossing Park Avenue at East 75th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the southbound SUV, making a left turn, hit her. She suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian contributing to the crash.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
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Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 19 - Adams administration opens a pedestrian path on Queensboro Bridge. Federal Secretary Duffy objects. Critics say his stance ignores history and safety. The bridge once belonged to walkers. Now, the city returns space to people, not cars. Tensions flare. Vulnerable users watch.
On May 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC covered the Adams administration's move to open a dedicated pedestrian path on the Queensboro Bridge. The event, not a council bill but a city action, drew sharp criticism from U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who opposed removing a vehicle lane for pedestrians and cyclists. The article states: 'forcing pedestrians and cyclists in both directions to share a single lane on a bridge with nine lanes for car drivers was unsafe.' DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, and Council Member Julie Won attended the opening. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative change, so there is no direct impact on pedestrian or cyclist safety to assess.' Still, the move restores space to those on foot and bike, challenging car dominance and federal resistance.
- Monday’s Headlines: ‘Hey, Sean, We’re Walking Here’ Edition, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-19
14
Sedan Hits Elderly Pedestrian at Lexington▸May 14 - A sedan struck a 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on E 75th and Lexington. The impact bruised his arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion. The car’s left front bumper hit. No vehicle damage reported.
A Ford sedan hit a 73-year-old man as he crossed E 75th Street at Lexington Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car, making a right turn, struck him with its left front bumper. The man suffered a contusion to his arm but remained conscious. Police list 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The sedan showed no damage.
14
Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
11
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Park Ave▸May 11 - A sedan hit a 67-year-old woman at E 67th and Park. She bled from her arm, semiconscious. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. System failed to protect her. The street stayed loud.
A 67-year-old woman walking at the intersection of E 67th Street and Park Avenue in Manhattan was struck by a northbound sedan. She suffered a shoulder injury and minor bleeding, and was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. Both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' are listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face when drivers do not follow basic rules. No further details on the pedestrian's actions or equipment were reported.
9
Distracted Drivers Collide on Lexington Avenue▸May 9 - Two vehicles crashed on Lexington. One driver suffered neck and head injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Both cars damaged. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A taxi and an SUV collided on Lexington Avenue at East 95th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' One driver, age 42, sustained neck injuries and a concussion. The SUV driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were traveling south and struck each other, damaging the taxi's rear and the SUV's front. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The report lists driver inattention as the sole contributing factor.
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Keith Powers Opposes Federal Penn Station Takeover Supports Local Control▸May 9 - Council Member Keith Powers and Dr. Calvin Sun slammed federal Penn Station plans. They called for city and state control. Both backed congestion pricing and safer, more accessible transit. Skepticism ran high. Vulnerable road users got a rare mention. No trust in Washington.
On May 9, 2025, at a Manhattan Borough President candidate forum, outgoing Council Member Keith Powers (District 4) and Dr. Calvin Sun voiced strong doubts about the federal government’s Penn Station renovation plans. Powers said, 'I am not looking to co-operate with Donald Trump on really anything,' stressing the need for city and state leadership and a plan that delivers for housing, public space, and transit. Dr. Sun echoed distrust, warning the federal government could deprive the city of needed resources. Both candidates supported congestion pricing, with Sun favoring a dynamic model and exemptions for low-income New Yorkers. They called for improved public transit accessibility and more pedestrianization. Powers demanded tougher fare evasion enforcement, while Sun sought nonviolent consequences and better subway quality. The forum highlighted the candidates’ focus on local control and safer, more equitable streets.
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Manhattan BP candidates skeptical of federal plans for Penn Station, ‘not looking to work with Trump’,
amny.com,
Published 2025-05-09
8
Krueger Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing and Transit Funding▸May 8 - Albany lawmakers passed a $254-billion budget. Republicans railed against congestion pricing. Democrats stood firm. The vote split along party lines. The budget funds the MTA and transit expansion. Vulnerable road users saw no direct mention. The system rolls on.
"The amount that you're paying for congestion pricing is actually a relatively small increase in the total cost... And the good news on the research is theater has not come down since congestion pricing has started. Restaurants have not come down. There are more people on the streets." -- Liz Krueger
On May 8, 2025, the New York State Legislature passed Gov. Hochul’s $254-billion budget after heated debate. The bill, debated in the Senate Finance and Transportation Committees, included $6 billion for MTA capital improvements and supported congestion pricing. Sen. Dean Murray (R-Suffolk) and Sen. Bill Weber (R-Rockland) opposed the measure, citing toll burdens and limited transit options. Senate Finance Chair Liz Krueger (D-Manhattan) and Transportation Chair Jeremy Cooney (D-Rochester) defended the plan, highlighting increased MTA revenue and minimal impact on local businesses. The matter summary reads: 'State legislators from the suburbs, particularly Republican lawmakers, voiced strong opposition to congestion pricing during the passage of Gov. Hochul's $254-billion budget in Albany.' The budget passed 40-22, mostly along party lines. No safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
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Budget Passes in Albany, But First, GOP Whines About Congestion Pricing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Krueger votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Park Avenue▸May 5 - A Ford SUV hit a 72-year-old woman crossing Park Avenue with the signal. She suffered a neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The driver was licensed.
A 72-year-old woman was struck and injured by a Ford SUV while crossing Park Avenue at East 75th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the southbound SUV, making a left turn, hit her. She suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian contributing to the crash.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
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Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
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Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 14 - A sedan struck a 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on E 75th and Lexington. The impact bruised his arm. Police cite pedestrian confusion. The car’s left front bumper hit. No vehicle damage reported.
A Ford sedan hit a 73-year-old man as he crossed E 75th Street at Lexington Avenue in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car, making a right turn, struck him with its left front bumper. The man suffered a contusion to his arm but remained conscious. Police list 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The sedan showed no damage.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets▸May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
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Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
11
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Park Ave▸May 11 - A sedan hit a 67-year-old woman at E 67th and Park. She bled from her arm, semiconscious. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. System failed to protect her. The street stayed loud.
A 67-year-old woman walking at the intersection of E 67th Street and Park Avenue in Manhattan was struck by a northbound sedan. She suffered a shoulder injury and minor bleeding, and was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. Both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' are listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face when drivers do not follow basic rules. No further details on the pedestrian's actions or equipment were reported.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Lexington Avenue▸May 9 - Two vehicles crashed on Lexington. One driver suffered neck and head injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Both cars damaged. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A taxi and an SUV collided on Lexington Avenue at East 95th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' One driver, age 42, sustained neck injuries and a concussion. The SUV driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were traveling south and struck each other, damaging the taxi's rear and the SUV's front. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The report lists driver inattention as the sole contributing factor.
9
Keith Powers Opposes Federal Penn Station Takeover Supports Local Control▸May 9 - Council Member Keith Powers and Dr. Calvin Sun slammed federal Penn Station plans. They called for city and state control. Both backed congestion pricing and safer, more accessible transit. Skepticism ran high. Vulnerable road users got a rare mention. No trust in Washington.
On May 9, 2025, at a Manhattan Borough President candidate forum, outgoing Council Member Keith Powers (District 4) and Dr. Calvin Sun voiced strong doubts about the federal government’s Penn Station renovation plans. Powers said, 'I am not looking to co-operate with Donald Trump on really anything,' stressing the need for city and state leadership and a plan that delivers for housing, public space, and transit. Dr. Sun echoed distrust, warning the federal government could deprive the city of needed resources. Both candidates supported congestion pricing, with Sun favoring a dynamic model and exemptions for low-income New Yorkers. They called for improved public transit accessibility and more pedestrianization. Powers demanded tougher fare evasion enforcement, while Sun sought nonviolent consequences and better subway quality. The forum highlighted the candidates’ focus on local control and safer, more equitable streets.
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Manhattan BP candidates skeptical of federal plans for Penn Station, ‘not looking to work with Trump’,
amny.com,
Published 2025-05-09
8
Krueger Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing and Transit Funding▸May 8 - Albany lawmakers passed a $254-billion budget. Republicans railed against congestion pricing. Democrats stood firm. The vote split along party lines. The budget funds the MTA and transit expansion. Vulnerable road users saw no direct mention. The system rolls on.
"The amount that you're paying for congestion pricing is actually a relatively small increase in the total cost... And the good news on the research is theater has not come down since congestion pricing has started. Restaurants have not come down. There are more people on the streets." -- Liz Krueger
On May 8, 2025, the New York State Legislature passed Gov. Hochul’s $254-billion budget after heated debate. The bill, debated in the Senate Finance and Transportation Committees, included $6 billion for MTA capital improvements and supported congestion pricing. Sen. Dean Murray (R-Suffolk) and Sen. Bill Weber (R-Rockland) opposed the measure, citing toll burdens and limited transit options. Senate Finance Chair Liz Krueger (D-Manhattan) and Transportation Chair Jeremy Cooney (D-Rochester) defended the plan, highlighting increased MTA revenue and minimal impact on local businesses. The matter summary reads: 'State legislators from the suburbs, particularly Republican lawmakers, voiced strong opposition to congestion pricing during the passage of Gov. Hochul's $254-billion budget in Albany.' The budget passed 40-22, mostly along party lines. No safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
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Budget Passes in Albany, But First, GOP Whines About Congestion Pricing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
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Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Krueger votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Park Avenue▸May 5 - A Ford SUV hit a 72-year-old woman crossing Park Avenue with the signal. She suffered a neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The driver was licensed.
A 72-year-old woman was struck and injured by a Ford SUV while crossing Park Avenue at East 75th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the southbound SUV, making a left turn, hit her. She suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian contributing to the crash.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
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E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
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Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 14 - A father mourns his daughter, killed by an SUV on the Upper West Side. Advocates gather in Albany. They press lawmakers for action. Speeders roam. Streets stay deadly. The call is clear: fix the system, stop the pain.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-05-14) reports on Families for Safe Streets and other advocates lobbying in Albany after a 13-year-old girl was killed by an SUV. The coalition pushes for the SAFE Streets Package, including speed-limiting devices for repeat offenders and the 'Idaho stop' for cyclists. The article quotes Darnell Sealy-McCrorey: 'This epidemic is preventable. It doesn't have to be this way.' Lawmakers show mixed support. Some cite privacy fears or question the seriousness of multiple speeding violations. Jackson Chabot notes, 'A lot of people have understood the bill because of the tragic and fatal crashes recently.' The piece highlights the urgent need for policy change to address reckless driving and systemic danger on city streets.
- Grieving Families Demand Safer Streets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-14
13
NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists▸May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
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NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-05-13
11
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Park Ave▸May 11 - A sedan hit a 67-year-old woman at E 67th and Park. She bled from her arm, semiconscious. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. System failed to protect her. The street stayed loud.
A 67-year-old woman walking at the intersection of E 67th Street and Park Avenue in Manhattan was struck by a northbound sedan. She suffered a shoulder injury and minor bleeding, and was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. Both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' are listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face when drivers do not follow basic rules. No further details on the pedestrian's actions or equipment were reported.
9
Distracted Drivers Collide on Lexington Avenue▸May 9 - Two vehicles crashed on Lexington. One driver suffered neck and head injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Both cars damaged. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A taxi and an SUV collided on Lexington Avenue at East 95th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' One driver, age 42, sustained neck injuries and a concussion. The SUV driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were traveling south and struck each other, damaging the taxi's rear and the SUV's front. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The report lists driver inattention as the sole contributing factor.
9
Keith Powers Opposes Federal Penn Station Takeover Supports Local Control▸May 9 - Council Member Keith Powers and Dr. Calvin Sun slammed federal Penn Station plans. They called for city and state control. Both backed congestion pricing and safer, more accessible transit. Skepticism ran high. Vulnerable road users got a rare mention. No trust in Washington.
On May 9, 2025, at a Manhattan Borough President candidate forum, outgoing Council Member Keith Powers (District 4) and Dr. Calvin Sun voiced strong doubts about the federal government’s Penn Station renovation plans. Powers said, 'I am not looking to co-operate with Donald Trump on really anything,' stressing the need for city and state leadership and a plan that delivers for housing, public space, and transit. Dr. Sun echoed distrust, warning the federal government could deprive the city of needed resources. Both candidates supported congestion pricing, with Sun favoring a dynamic model and exemptions for low-income New Yorkers. They called for improved public transit accessibility and more pedestrianization. Powers demanded tougher fare evasion enforcement, while Sun sought nonviolent consequences and better subway quality. The forum highlighted the candidates’ focus on local control and safer, more equitable streets.
-
Manhattan BP candidates skeptical of federal plans for Penn Station, ‘not looking to work with Trump’,
amny.com,
Published 2025-05-09
8
Krueger Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing and Transit Funding▸May 8 - Albany lawmakers passed a $254-billion budget. Republicans railed against congestion pricing. Democrats stood firm. The vote split along party lines. The budget funds the MTA and transit expansion. Vulnerable road users saw no direct mention. The system rolls on.
"The amount that you're paying for congestion pricing is actually a relatively small increase in the total cost... And the good news on the research is theater has not come down since congestion pricing has started. Restaurants have not come down. There are more people on the streets." -- Liz Krueger
On May 8, 2025, the New York State Legislature passed Gov. Hochul’s $254-billion budget after heated debate. The bill, debated in the Senate Finance and Transportation Committees, included $6 billion for MTA capital improvements and supported congestion pricing. Sen. Dean Murray (R-Suffolk) and Sen. Bill Weber (R-Rockland) opposed the measure, citing toll burdens and limited transit options. Senate Finance Chair Liz Krueger (D-Manhattan) and Transportation Chair Jeremy Cooney (D-Rochester) defended the plan, highlighting increased MTA revenue and minimal impact on local businesses. The matter summary reads: 'State legislators from the suburbs, particularly Republican lawmakers, voiced strong opposition to congestion pricing during the passage of Gov. Hochul's $254-billion budget in Albany.' The budget passed 40-22, mostly along party lines. No safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
Budget Passes in Albany, But First, GOP Whines About Congestion Pricing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Krueger votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Park Avenue▸May 5 - A Ford SUV hit a 72-year-old woman crossing Park Avenue with the signal. She suffered a neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The driver was licensed.
A 72-year-old woman was struck and injured by a Ford SUV while crossing Park Avenue at East 75th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the southbound SUV, making a left turn, hit her. She suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian contributing to the crash.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
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Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
-
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
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Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 13 - Police now hand out criminal summonses to cyclists for traffic violations. Fines become court dates. Advocates warn of escalation. Lawmakers push for e-bike registration after a fatal crash. Streets grow tense. Riders and pedestrians caught in the crossfire.
West Side Spirit reported on May 13, 2025, that NYPD has begun issuing criminal summonses, not just traffic tickets, to cyclists and e-bike riders for violations like running red lights or riding on sidewalks. The change means accused riders must appear in criminal court, not just pay a fine. The move follows the death of Priscilla Loke, struck by an e-bike in 2023. Advocates like Transportation Alternatives call the new policy 'a dangerous escalation.' The NYC E-Vehicle Safety Alliance urges lawmakers to require license plates for e-bikes and scooters. The article notes, 'Under the new policy, a person issued a criminal summons must turn up in person in criminal court.' The shift highlights growing tension over enforcement and the push for stricter regulation after high-profile crashes.
- NYPD Issues Criminal Summonses To Cyclists, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-05-13
11
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Park Ave▸May 11 - A sedan hit a 67-year-old woman at E 67th and Park. She bled from her arm, semiconscious. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. System failed to protect her. The street stayed loud.
A 67-year-old woman walking at the intersection of E 67th Street and Park Avenue in Manhattan was struck by a northbound sedan. She suffered a shoulder injury and minor bleeding, and was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. Both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' are listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face when drivers do not follow basic rules. No further details on the pedestrian's actions or equipment were reported.
9
Distracted Drivers Collide on Lexington Avenue▸May 9 - Two vehicles crashed on Lexington. One driver suffered neck and head injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Both cars damaged. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A taxi and an SUV collided on Lexington Avenue at East 95th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' One driver, age 42, sustained neck injuries and a concussion. The SUV driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were traveling south and struck each other, damaging the taxi's rear and the SUV's front. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The report lists driver inattention as the sole contributing factor.
9
Keith Powers Opposes Federal Penn Station Takeover Supports Local Control▸May 9 - Council Member Keith Powers and Dr. Calvin Sun slammed federal Penn Station plans. They called for city and state control. Both backed congestion pricing and safer, more accessible transit. Skepticism ran high. Vulnerable road users got a rare mention. No trust in Washington.
On May 9, 2025, at a Manhattan Borough President candidate forum, outgoing Council Member Keith Powers (District 4) and Dr. Calvin Sun voiced strong doubts about the federal government’s Penn Station renovation plans. Powers said, 'I am not looking to co-operate with Donald Trump on really anything,' stressing the need for city and state leadership and a plan that delivers for housing, public space, and transit. Dr. Sun echoed distrust, warning the federal government could deprive the city of needed resources. Both candidates supported congestion pricing, with Sun favoring a dynamic model and exemptions for low-income New Yorkers. They called for improved public transit accessibility and more pedestrianization. Powers demanded tougher fare evasion enforcement, while Sun sought nonviolent consequences and better subway quality. The forum highlighted the candidates’ focus on local control and safer, more equitable streets.
-
Manhattan BP candidates skeptical of federal plans for Penn Station, ‘not looking to work with Trump’,
amny.com,
Published 2025-05-09
8
Krueger Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing and Transit Funding▸May 8 - Albany lawmakers passed a $254-billion budget. Republicans railed against congestion pricing. Democrats stood firm. The vote split along party lines. The budget funds the MTA and transit expansion. Vulnerable road users saw no direct mention. The system rolls on.
"The amount that you're paying for congestion pricing is actually a relatively small increase in the total cost... And the good news on the research is theater has not come down since congestion pricing has started. Restaurants have not come down. There are more people on the streets." -- Liz Krueger
On May 8, 2025, the New York State Legislature passed Gov. Hochul’s $254-billion budget after heated debate. The bill, debated in the Senate Finance and Transportation Committees, included $6 billion for MTA capital improvements and supported congestion pricing. Sen. Dean Murray (R-Suffolk) and Sen. Bill Weber (R-Rockland) opposed the measure, citing toll burdens and limited transit options. Senate Finance Chair Liz Krueger (D-Manhattan) and Transportation Chair Jeremy Cooney (D-Rochester) defended the plan, highlighting increased MTA revenue and minimal impact on local businesses. The matter summary reads: 'State legislators from the suburbs, particularly Republican lawmakers, voiced strong opposition to congestion pricing during the passage of Gov. Hochul's $254-billion budget in Albany.' The budget passed 40-22, mostly along party lines. No safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
Budget Passes in Albany, But First, GOP Whines About Congestion Pricing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Krueger votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Park Avenue▸May 5 - A Ford SUV hit a 72-year-old woman crossing Park Avenue with the signal. She suffered a neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The driver was licensed.
A 72-year-old woman was struck and injured by a Ford SUV while crossing Park Avenue at East 75th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the southbound SUV, making a left turn, hit her. She suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian contributing to the crash.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
-
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
-
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
-
Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 11 - A sedan hit a 67-year-old woman at E 67th and Park. She bled from her arm, semiconscious. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. System failed to protect her. The street stayed loud.
A 67-year-old woman walking at the intersection of E 67th Street and Park Avenue in Manhattan was struck by a northbound sedan. She suffered a shoulder injury and minor bleeding, and was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and failed to yield the right-of-way. Both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' are listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face when drivers do not follow basic rules. No further details on the pedestrian's actions or equipment were reported.
9
Distracted Drivers Collide on Lexington Avenue▸May 9 - Two vehicles crashed on Lexington. One driver suffered neck and head injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Both cars damaged. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A taxi and an SUV collided on Lexington Avenue at East 95th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' One driver, age 42, sustained neck injuries and a concussion. The SUV driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were traveling south and struck each other, damaging the taxi's rear and the SUV's front. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The report lists driver inattention as the sole contributing factor.
9
Keith Powers Opposes Federal Penn Station Takeover Supports Local Control▸May 9 - Council Member Keith Powers and Dr. Calvin Sun slammed federal Penn Station plans. They called for city and state control. Both backed congestion pricing and safer, more accessible transit. Skepticism ran high. Vulnerable road users got a rare mention. No trust in Washington.
On May 9, 2025, at a Manhattan Borough President candidate forum, outgoing Council Member Keith Powers (District 4) and Dr. Calvin Sun voiced strong doubts about the federal government’s Penn Station renovation plans. Powers said, 'I am not looking to co-operate with Donald Trump on really anything,' stressing the need for city and state leadership and a plan that delivers for housing, public space, and transit. Dr. Sun echoed distrust, warning the federal government could deprive the city of needed resources. Both candidates supported congestion pricing, with Sun favoring a dynamic model and exemptions for low-income New Yorkers. They called for improved public transit accessibility and more pedestrianization. Powers demanded tougher fare evasion enforcement, while Sun sought nonviolent consequences and better subway quality. The forum highlighted the candidates’ focus on local control and safer, more equitable streets.
-
Manhattan BP candidates skeptical of federal plans for Penn Station, ‘not looking to work with Trump’,
amny.com,
Published 2025-05-09
8
Krueger Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing and Transit Funding▸May 8 - Albany lawmakers passed a $254-billion budget. Republicans railed against congestion pricing. Democrats stood firm. The vote split along party lines. The budget funds the MTA and transit expansion. Vulnerable road users saw no direct mention. The system rolls on.
"The amount that you're paying for congestion pricing is actually a relatively small increase in the total cost... And the good news on the research is theater has not come down since congestion pricing has started. Restaurants have not come down. There are more people on the streets." -- Liz Krueger
On May 8, 2025, the New York State Legislature passed Gov. Hochul’s $254-billion budget after heated debate. The bill, debated in the Senate Finance and Transportation Committees, included $6 billion for MTA capital improvements and supported congestion pricing. Sen. Dean Murray (R-Suffolk) and Sen. Bill Weber (R-Rockland) opposed the measure, citing toll burdens and limited transit options. Senate Finance Chair Liz Krueger (D-Manhattan) and Transportation Chair Jeremy Cooney (D-Rochester) defended the plan, highlighting increased MTA revenue and minimal impact on local businesses. The matter summary reads: 'State legislators from the suburbs, particularly Republican lawmakers, voiced strong opposition to congestion pricing during the passage of Gov. Hochul's $254-billion budget in Albany.' The budget passed 40-22, mostly along party lines. No safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
Budget Passes in Albany, But First, GOP Whines About Congestion Pricing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Krueger votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Park Avenue▸May 5 - A Ford SUV hit a 72-year-old woman crossing Park Avenue with the signal. She suffered a neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The driver was licensed.
A 72-year-old woman was struck and injured by a Ford SUV while crossing Park Avenue at East 75th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the southbound SUV, making a left turn, hit her. She suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian contributing to the crash.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
-
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
-
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
-
Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 9 - Two vehicles crashed on Lexington. One driver suffered neck and head injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Both cars damaged. Streets remain dangerous for all.
A taxi and an SUV collided on Lexington Avenue at East 95th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, both drivers were cited for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' One driver, age 42, sustained neck injuries and a concussion. The SUV driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were traveling south and struck each other, damaging the taxi's rear and the SUV's front. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. The report lists driver inattention as the sole contributing factor.
9
Keith Powers Opposes Federal Penn Station Takeover Supports Local Control▸May 9 - Council Member Keith Powers and Dr. Calvin Sun slammed federal Penn Station plans. They called for city and state control. Both backed congestion pricing and safer, more accessible transit. Skepticism ran high. Vulnerable road users got a rare mention. No trust in Washington.
On May 9, 2025, at a Manhattan Borough President candidate forum, outgoing Council Member Keith Powers (District 4) and Dr. Calvin Sun voiced strong doubts about the federal government’s Penn Station renovation plans. Powers said, 'I am not looking to co-operate with Donald Trump on really anything,' stressing the need for city and state leadership and a plan that delivers for housing, public space, and transit. Dr. Sun echoed distrust, warning the federal government could deprive the city of needed resources. Both candidates supported congestion pricing, with Sun favoring a dynamic model and exemptions for low-income New Yorkers. They called for improved public transit accessibility and more pedestrianization. Powers demanded tougher fare evasion enforcement, while Sun sought nonviolent consequences and better subway quality. The forum highlighted the candidates’ focus on local control and safer, more equitable streets.
-
Manhattan BP candidates skeptical of federal plans for Penn Station, ‘not looking to work with Trump’,
amny.com,
Published 2025-05-09
8
Krueger Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing and Transit Funding▸May 8 - Albany lawmakers passed a $254-billion budget. Republicans railed against congestion pricing. Democrats stood firm. The vote split along party lines. The budget funds the MTA and transit expansion. Vulnerable road users saw no direct mention. The system rolls on.
"The amount that you're paying for congestion pricing is actually a relatively small increase in the total cost... And the good news on the research is theater has not come down since congestion pricing has started. Restaurants have not come down. There are more people on the streets." -- Liz Krueger
On May 8, 2025, the New York State Legislature passed Gov. Hochul’s $254-billion budget after heated debate. The bill, debated in the Senate Finance and Transportation Committees, included $6 billion for MTA capital improvements and supported congestion pricing. Sen. Dean Murray (R-Suffolk) and Sen. Bill Weber (R-Rockland) opposed the measure, citing toll burdens and limited transit options. Senate Finance Chair Liz Krueger (D-Manhattan) and Transportation Chair Jeremy Cooney (D-Rochester) defended the plan, highlighting increased MTA revenue and minimal impact on local businesses. The matter summary reads: 'State legislators from the suburbs, particularly Republican lawmakers, voiced strong opposition to congestion pricing during the passage of Gov. Hochul's $254-billion budget in Albany.' The budget passed 40-22, mostly along party lines. No safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
Budget Passes in Albany, But First, GOP Whines About Congestion Pricing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Krueger votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Park Avenue▸May 5 - A Ford SUV hit a 72-year-old woman crossing Park Avenue with the signal. She suffered a neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The driver was licensed.
A 72-year-old woman was struck and injured by a Ford SUV while crossing Park Avenue at East 75th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the southbound SUV, making a left turn, hit her. She suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian contributing to the crash.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
-
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
-
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
-
Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 9 - Council Member Keith Powers and Dr. Calvin Sun slammed federal Penn Station plans. They called for city and state control. Both backed congestion pricing and safer, more accessible transit. Skepticism ran high. Vulnerable road users got a rare mention. No trust in Washington.
On May 9, 2025, at a Manhattan Borough President candidate forum, outgoing Council Member Keith Powers (District 4) and Dr. Calvin Sun voiced strong doubts about the federal government’s Penn Station renovation plans. Powers said, 'I am not looking to co-operate with Donald Trump on really anything,' stressing the need for city and state leadership and a plan that delivers for housing, public space, and transit. Dr. Sun echoed distrust, warning the federal government could deprive the city of needed resources. Both candidates supported congestion pricing, with Sun favoring a dynamic model and exemptions for low-income New Yorkers. They called for improved public transit accessibility and more pedestrianization. Powers demanded tougher fare evasion enforcement, while Sun sought nonviolent consequences and better subway quality. The forum highlighted the candidates’ focus on local control and safer, more equitable streets.
- Manhattan BP candidates skeptical of federal plans for Penn Station, ‘not looking to work with Trump’, amny.com, Published 2025-05-09
8
Krueger Supports Safety Boosting Congestion Pricing and Transit Funding▸May 8 - Albany lawmakers passed a $254-billion budget. Republicans railed against congestion pricing. Democrats stood firm. The vote split along party lines. The budget funds the MTA and transit expansion. Vulnerable road users saw no direct mention. The system rolls on.
"The amount that you're paying for congestion pricing is actually a relatively small increase in the total cost... And the good news on the research is theater has not come down since congestion pricing has started. Restaurants have not come down. There are more people on the streets." -- Liz Krueger
On May 8, 2025, the New York State Legislature passed Gov. Hochul’s $254-billion budget after heated debate. The bill, debated in the Senate Finance and Transportation Committees, included $6 billion for MTA capital improvements and supported congestion pricing. Sen. Dean Murray (R-Suffolk) and Sen. Bill Weber (R-Rockland) opposed the measure, citing toll burdens and limited transit options. Senate Finance Chair Liz Krueger (D-Manhattan) and Transportation Chair Jeremy Cooney (D-Rochester) defended the plan, highlighting increased MTA revenue and minimal impact on local businesses. The matter summary reads: 'State legislators from the suburbs, particularly Republican lawmakers, voiced strong opposition to congestion pricing during the passage of Gov. Hochul's $254-billion budget in Albany.' The budget passed 40-22, mostly along party lines. No safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
-
Budget Passes in Albany, But First, GOP Whines About Congestion Pricing,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-05-08
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Krueger votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Park Avenue▸May 5 - A Ford SUV hit a 72-year-old woman crossing Park Avenue with the signal. She suffered a neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The driver was licensed.
A 72-year-old woman was struck and injured by a Ford SUV while crossing Park Avenue at East 75th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the southbound SUV, making a left turn, hit her. She suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian contributing to the crash.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
-
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
-
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
-
Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 8 - Albany lawmakers passed a $254-billion budget. Republicans railed against congestion pricing. Democrats stood firm. The vote split along party lines. The budget funds the MTA and transit expansion. Vulnerable road users saw no direct mention. The system rolls on.
"The amount that you're paying for congestion pricing is actually a relatively small increase in the total cost... And the good news on the research is theater has not come down since congestion pricing has started. Restaurants have not come down. There are more people on the streets." -- Liz Krueger
On May 8, 2025, the New York State Legislature passed Gov. Hochul’s $254-billion budget after heated debate. The bill, debated in the Senate Finance and Transportation Committees, included $6 billion for MTA capital improvements and supported congestion pricing. Sen. Dean Murray (R-Suffolk) and Sen. Bill Weber (R-Rockland) opposed the measure, citing toll burdens and limited transit options. Senate Finance Chair Liz Krueger (D-Manhattan) and Transportation Chair Jeremy Cooney (D-Rochester) defended the plan, highlighting increased MTA revenue and minimal impact on local businesses. The matter summary reads: 'State legislators from the suburbs, particularly Republican lawmakers, voiced strong opposition to congestion pricing during the passage of Gov. Hochul's $254-billion budget in Albany.' The budget passed 40-22, mostly along party lines. No safety analyst assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.
- Budget Passes in Albany, But First, GOP Whines About Congestion Pricing, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-08
7
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River▸May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
-
Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Krueger votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Park Avenue▸May 5 - A Ford SUV hit a 72-year-old woman crossing Park Avenue with the signal. She suffered a neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The driver was licensed.
A 72-year-old woman was struck and injured by a Ford SUV while crossing Park Avenue at East 75th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the southbound SUV, making a left turn, hit her. She suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian contributing to the crash.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
-
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
-
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
-
Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 7 - Six died when a sightseeing helicopter shattered midair over the Hudson. The fuselage, rotor, and tail tore loose. Loud bangs echoed. The craft plunged. No black box. No warning. Only fragments and silence left behind.
NY Daily News reported on May 7, 2025, that federal officials released images showing a sightseeing helicopter breaking apart in midair before crashing into the Hudson River, killing six. The National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary report details how the Bell 206L-4 split into three pieces: 'the fuselage, the main rotor system, and the tail boom.' Witnesses heard 'several loud 'bangs'' before the breakup. The helicopter had flown eight tours that day, all with the same pilot, who had less than 50 hours in this model. The aircraft had a prior maintenance issue with its transmission assembly and lacked flight data recorders. The NTSB noted the pilot wore video-capable sunglasses, but they remain missing. The crash highlights gaps in oversight and the risks of repeated tour flights without robust recording or inspection requirements.
- Helicopter Breaks Apart Over Hudson River, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-07
6S 4804
Krueger votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 4804,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Park Avenue▸May 5 - A Ford SUV hit a 72-year-old woman crossing Park Avenue with the signal. She suffered a neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The driver was licensed.
A 72-year-old woman was struck and injured by a Ford SUV while crossing Park Avenue at East 75th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the southbound SUV, making a left turn, hit her. She suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian contributing to the crash.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
-
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
-
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
-
Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 6 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.
Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-05-06
5
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Park Avenue▸May 5 - A Ford SUV hit a 72-year-old woman crossing Park Avenue with the signal. She suffered a neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The driver was licensed.
A 72-year-old woman was struck and injured by a Ford SUV while crossing Park Avenue at East 75th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the southbound SUV, making a left turn, hit her. She suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian contributing to the crash.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
-
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
-
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
-
Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 5 - A Ford SUV hit a 72-year-old woman crossing Park Avenue with the signal. She suffered a neck injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The driver was licensed.
A 72-year-old woman was struck and injured by a Ford SUV while crossing Park Avenue at East 75th Street in Manhattan. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the southbound SUV, making a left turn, hit her. She suffered a neck injury and was in shock. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. No vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian contributing to the crash.
4
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision▸May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
-
Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision,
Patch,
Published 2025-05-04
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
-
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
-
Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 4 - A cyclist died in Manhattan. Two vehicles struck. Both drivers stayed. Police have not charged anyone. The street claimed another life. Metal and speed met flesh and bone. The city keeps moving. The loss remains.
Patch reported on May 4, 2025, that a bicyclist was killed in Manhattan after a collision involving two vehicles. According to the NYPD, 'Both drivers remained at the scene.' The article notes that 'it is not yet clear if either of the drivers will be charged in connection to the incident.' No further details on the crash circumstances or contributing factors were provided. The case highlights ongoing risks for cyclists in New York City streets, where multi-vehicle collisions can have fatal consequences. The incident underscores the persistent dangers faced by vulnerable road users and the need for continued scrutiny of street design and traffic enforcement.
- Bicyclist Dies In Manhattan Collision, Patch, Published 2025-05-04
3
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash▸May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
-
E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-03
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
-
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
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File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
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Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
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NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
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Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 3 - A van door swung open. The e-biker hit it, thrown into the street. A truck rolled over him. He died in the gutter, Broome and Centre. The city lost a musician. The street stayed the same.
NY Daily News reported on May 3, 2025, that George Smaragdis, known as synthwave artist Starcadian, died after being doored by a Mercedes van while riding his e-bike westbound on Broome Street in Manhattan. The impact threw him into the path of a red delivery truck, which ran him over. Police said Smaragdis suffered severe head trauma and died at Bellevue Hospital. The article notes, 'The man who died after being doored while riding an e-bike and then run over by a passing truck...was a popular and influential synthwave artist.' The crash highlights the ongoing danger of dooring and the lethal consequences when street design and driver actions fail to protect cyclists. No mention of charges or policy changes followed.
- E-Biker Doored, Killed in Soho Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-03
1
Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash▸May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
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Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash,
amny,
Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
-
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
-
Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 1 - A cyclist hit a van’s open door on Broome Street. He fell. A truck rolled over him. First responders tried to save him. He died at Bellevue. The truck driver stayed. Police questioned the van driver. The street stayed dangerous.
amNY reported on May 1, 2025, that a male cyclist died after colliding with a van’s open door and falling under a commercial truck at Broome and Centre Streets. Eyewitnesses described first responders’ desperate efforts: “I saw a body on the ground, and then the fire people were trying to revive him.” The truck driver remained at the scene; no charges were filed. Police tested the van driver for sobriety. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the case. The crash highlights the risks posed by double-parked vehicles and large trucks on narrow city streets, underscoring ongoing systemic dangers for cyclists.
- Cyclist Killed By Truck In Soho Crash, amny, Published 2025-05-01
1Int 0193-2024
Powers votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.▸May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
-
File Int 0193-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
-
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
-
Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.
Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.
- File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01
29
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn▸Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
-
Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
-
Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
Apr 29 - A woman crossed Amsterdam Avenue. An ambulance turned left. Metal struck flesh. Bones broke. Blood spilled. She died in the hospital. The driver stayed, but charges followed. The street remains wide, busy, and dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 29, 2025, that Juan Santana, an ambulance driver, was arrested months after fatally striking Miriam Reinharth, 69, in Manhattan. Police said Santana failed to yield as Reinharth crossed Amsterdam Avenue at West 96th Street. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad found Santana turned left into her path. He was charged with failure to yield and failure to exercise due care. Reinharth died from severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis fractures. The article notes, 'The police officer said the accident was not Miriam's fault at all.' The crash occurred on a double-wide, truck route artery, highlighting ongoing risks for pedestrians at busy intersections.
- Ambulance Driver Charged After Fatal Turn, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-29
27
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash▸Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
-
NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-27
25
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
18
Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
-
Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
12
Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
Apr 27 - Francisco Guzman Parra died in a burning car after a police chase in Inwood. Officers left the scene unreported. Family demands answers. Two investigations run. Streets stay dangerous. System failed to protect. The dead remain silent.
CBS New York reported on April 27, 2025, that Francisco Andres Guzman Parra, 31, died after crashing a stolen vehicle on Dyckman Street in Manhattan following an NYPD pursuit. The article states, "NYPD sources said the two officers in pursuit returned to their stationhouse without reporting the crash." The FDNY later found Guzman Parra dead in the burning car. Patrick Hendry of the Police Benevolent Association claimed officers "lost sight of the car and did not know it crashed," but the family's attorney, Jeremy Feigenbaum, said their investigation "has not corroborated the officers' claim." The officers remain on leave as both the NYPD and the New York attorney general's office investigate. The case raises questions about police pursuit protocols and reporting failures.
- NYPD Pursuit Ends In Fatal Crash, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-27
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on 5th Ave▸Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
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Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
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Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
Apr 25 - A sedan hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 5th Ave. She suffered a fractured arm. Police cite failure to yield. The driver was making a left turn. System failed to protect her.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing 5th Ave at E 81st St in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and driving a 2010 Hyundai sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The system allowed a driver error to injure a vulnerable pedestrian.
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Powers Supports Safety Boosting Sidewalk Shed Reform▸Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
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Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding,
amny.com,
Published 2025-04-18
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
Apr 18 - City Council and Mayor slash shed permits, force faster repairs. New laws demand brighter lights, stricter deadlines, and design upgrades. Council Members Powers and Bottcher drive the push. The city aims to reclaim sidewalks from decades of dark, lingering scaffolding.
On April 18, 2025, the City Council passed and Mayor Eric Adams signed a five-bill package to overhaul sidewalk shed and scaffolding rules. The bills—Intro. 393-A, 391-A, 394-A (sponsored by Council Member Keith Powers), and Intro. 660-A, 661-A (sponsored by Council Member Erik Bottcher)—cut shed permit durations from one year to three months, double required lighting, and impose new penalties for delays. The matter summary states: 'New laws are set to finally tackle the scourge of unsightly sidewalk construction sheds and scaffolding structures around the city.' Powers said, 'This package of legislation puts forward reforms to fundamentally change our approach to scaffolding while ensuring safety is still the top priority.' Bottcher added, 'It’s time we cut back the endless sidewalk sheds that block our light.' The reforms target over 400 miles of lingering scaffolding, aiming to restore light and space to city sidewalks.
- Shed-locked no more: New laws to crackdown on lingering scaffolding, amny.com, Published 2025-04-18
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Police Chase Ends Inwood Crash Death▸Apr 12 - 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
Apr 12 - 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