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 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 1
▸ Severe Lacerations 1
▸ Concussion 4
▸ Whiplash 19
▸ Contusion/Bruise 20
▸ Abrasion 19
▸ Pain/Nausea 7
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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Morningside Heights: Drivers Keep Hitting. Officials Keep Waiting.
Morningside Heights: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 24, 2025
Another driver. Same ending.
Since 2022, Morningside Heights has seen 733 crashes, 3 deaths, and 357 injuries. Eight were serious. Bicyclists were hurt 74 times; pedestrians 51. These are the city’s own numbers (NYC Open Data).
The pain clusters. The Henry Hudson Parkway is a brutal line on the map: 46 injuries, three serious, one killed (NYC Open Data). W 125 St adds 20 more injuries. Riverside Drive takes eight, with a serious injury among them. The worst hours stack up late: injuries spike at 23:00, then noon to 16:00 (NYC Open Data).
Three deaths on their watch.
- A 66‑year‑old man died on the Henry Hudson Parkway after a sedan crash. The record lists him as killed; the Porsche kept going north (NYC Open Data, CrashID 4566438).
- A 28‑year‑old driver died on West 121st Street. Another parked SUV is all the dataset gives us (NYC Open Data, CrashID 4616027).
- A 35‑year‑old woman died on West 126th Street in a two‑SUV crash. “Apparent death,” the city wrote. Nothing more (NYC Open Data, CrashID 4668437).
Bikes and bodies take the hit.
- A 17‑year‑old bicyclist went down at West 125th and Broadway. The city logged “head” and “severe bleeding.” He was conscious. He was a kid (CrashID 4817937).
- Pedestrian injuries here come mostly from sedans and SUVs. Nineteen by sedans, eighteen by SUVs, with trucks, buses, bikes, mopeds trailing behind (NYC Open Data).
Officials know what works — do they?
- After two people were killed by a 100‑mph driver at Canal and Bowery, the city promised to “take immediate steps” and plan a redesign. “We are taking immediate steps to fortify this intersection,” said DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez (Gothamist). NY1 said the same corner would see upgrades after the crash (NY1). Death moves the city. Why wait for it here?
- Council Member Shaun Abreu has pushed on other fronts. He backed worker‑safety and pay reforms for delivery apps (Streetsblog NYC) and called a Hudson River Greenway detour “shortsighted,” urging a safer route for cyclists (Streetsblog NYC).
Three corners. One fix.
- Henry Hudson Parkway. W 125 St. Riverside Drive. Drivers strike and keep moving. The city can harden these turns, add daylighting, and give pedestrians a head start. The map points to the work: late‑night injuries, failure to yield, inattention, bad turns, and red‑light runs all show up in the city’s own tags (NYC Open Data).
Stop the repeat offenders.
- Albany is moving a tool to pin down the worst drivers. The Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045/A2299) would require speed limiters for drivers who rack up points or camera tickets. Senator Cordell Cleare co‑sponsored and voted yes in committee (Open States S 4045). Assembly Member Micah Lasher co‑sponsors the Assembly bill (Open States A 2299).
Lower the speed. Everywhere.
- New York has the power to set safer speeds. A citywide 20 mph default is on the table. It saves lives. We lay out the steps here: Take Action.
The hours tick. The sirens come.
- In the last year, crashes rose 27% year‑to‑date. Injuries rose 80% year‑to‑date. Same streets. More blood (PeriodStats, NYC Open Data).
Officials said it themselves after Chinatown: “fortify this intersection.” Do it here before the flowers show up on the pole.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions — Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-24
- City Acts After Canal Street Deaths, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-07
- Deadly Crash Spurs Chinatown Upgrades, NY1, Published 2025-08-07
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 2299, Open States / NY Assembly, Published 2025-01-16
- Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-10
- Eyes On The Street: Greenway Detour is a Hilly, Confusing Danger Zone, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-09-25
- Car Jumps Curb, Kills Two in Chinatown, ABC7, Published 2025-07-19
Other Representatives
District 69
245 W. 104th St., New York, NY 10025
Room 534, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 7
500 West 141st Street, New York, NY 10031
212-928-6814
250 Broadway, Suite 1763, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7007
District 30
Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. State Office Building 163 W. 125th St., Suite 912, New York, NY 10027
Room 905, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Morningside Heights Morningside Heights sits in Manhattan, Precinct 26, District 7, AD 69, SD 30, Manhattan CB9.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Morningside Heights
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Dodge Sedan U-Turn Collides With Jeep▸Sep 1 - The driver of a Dodge sedan made a U-turn at W 125 St and struck an eastbound Jeep. The impact shoved damage into a parked SUV. Two male drivers suffered abrasions to knee and lower leg; both were conscious.
The driver of a Dodge sedan attempted a U-turn at 388 W 125 St and was struck in the right rear quarter by the driver of an eastbound Jeep. The impact pushed damage into a parked Toyota SUV. Two male drivers — a 24-year-old and a 19-year-old — were injured. Both complained of abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot and were conscious. Air bags deployed and lap belts were recorded as used. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Other Vehicular" and "Turning Improperly." Police recorded Turning Improperly as a driver error; the report lists the Dodge as Making U Turn, the Jeep as Going Straight Ahead, and the Toyota as Parked.
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Driver in SUV Turns Left into Sedan▸Aug 31 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Broadway into a northbound sedan. Two rear-seat passengers, women 23 and 24, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Traffic Control Disregarded.
The driver of an SUV turned left from eastbound Broadway into the path of a northbound sedan at West 122nd Street. The SUV struck the sedan's left side; the SUV shows center-front damage and the sedan has crushed left-side doors. Two rear-seat passengers, women ages 23 and 24, suffered head injuries and reported whiplash. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" were contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed. Passenger safety-equipment status is listed as unknown in the crash record.
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Passengers injured in Broadway side-impact crash▸Aug 27 - A northbound sedan and an SUV collided on Broadway at Tiemann Place. Side impacts crumpled the sedan's left doors and the SUV's right doors. The sedan's driver and two passengers suffered whiplash and neck and back pain.
Two northbound vehicles collided on Broadway at Tiemann Place. A sedan and an SUV struck each other in side impacts that damaged the sedan's left doors and the SUV's right doors. Three people in the sedan were injured: the 37-year-old driver and two male passengers, ages 35 and 25. Injuries reported include whiplash and neck and back pain. According to the police report, contributing factors are recorded as "Unspecified." The report notes both drivers were going straight ahead and lists no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed in the available data.
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SUV Driver Hits Cyclist on Riverside Drive▸Aug 22 - The driver of an SUV hit a 61-year-old bicyclist on Riverside Drive at W 122nd. The rider fell and suffered a lower-leg injury and remained conscious. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A driver in an SUV struck a northbound bicyclist on Riverside Drive at West 122nd Street. The bicyclist, a 61-year-old man, suffered injury to his knee and lower leg and remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The SUV’s right front quarter panel made contact with the cyclist; both vehicles were recorded as traveling north and going straight. Police listed the bicyclist as injured with a contusion to the knee/lower leg/foot and recorded damage to the SUV’s right front quarter panel.
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Merging Crash on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Aug 1 - Two sedans met in a merge on Henry Hudson Parkway. One driver went straight south. The other merged. Police recorded Passing Too Closely. A 68-year-old driver, a 22-year-old driver, and a 22-year-old passenger were hurt.
Two southbound sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. One driver went straight. The other merged. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was a contributing factor. The straight-ahead driver’s left front bumper contacted the merging driver’s right rear quarter. Three people were hurt: a 68-year-old male driver with arm injuries, a 22-year-old male driver with shoulder injuries, and a 22-year-old female passenger with leg injuries. Police recorded driver error—Passing Too Closely. The report lists shock for two victims and notes crush injuries. No contributing factors were assigned to those injured.
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Eight Injured As Cars Hit Scaffolding▸Jul 31 - Two vehicles collided on Madison Avenue. One slammed into scaffolding. Eight people hurt. Steel and glass scattered. Early morning chaos. No word yet on why.
ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that a car and SUV crashed on Madison Avenue between 84th and 85th streets, sending one vehicle into scaffolding. Eight people were injured, but none critically. The article states, 'There is no word on the cause of the crash. So far, no charges have been filed.' Video from Citizen App showed the aftermath. The crash highlights the risks of vehicle collisions near pedestrian infrastructure. No details on driver actions or city response were given.
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Eight Injured As Cars Hit Scaffolding,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-31
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes▸Jul 24 - A firefighter died on FDR Drive. The driver fled. At Port Authority, a bus crash left over two dozen hurt. No arrests. The city’s streets remain brutal for those on foot and in transit.
Patch reported on July 24, 2025, that an FDNY firefighter was killed in a hit-and-run on FDR Drive. The driver left the scene. No arrests have been made. The article also notes, 'More Than 2 Dozen Injured In Bus Crash At Port Authority Bus Terminal.' Both incidents highlight ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users and point to gaps in enforcement and street safety. Investigations continue, but the city’s traffic violence persists.
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Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes,
Patch,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Levine Urges DOT To Act On Safety-Boosting Canal Street Overhaul▸Jul 24 - After two die at Canal Street, Kevin Duggan and advocates demand the city end car dominance. They call for fewer lanes, slower speeds, and space for people. The city stalls. Danger remains.
""We urge the DOT not to wait for more crashes and deaths on Canal Street to act."" -- Mark Levine
On July 24, 2025, Kevin Duggan issued a policy statement after a double fatal crash at the Manhattan Bridge's Canal Street entrance. The matter urges, "the city to redesign Canal Street to be less car-centric after decades of studies and delays." Duggan, joined by advocates and politicians, calls for lane reductions, speed cuts, and pedestrian-first changes. The Department of Transportation faces a 30-day deadline to release plans. The safety analyst notes the event text is too vague for a clear safety impact, as no concrete intervention is described. The push is loud, but action is uncertain.
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Fixing Canal Street Means Rethinking the Manhattan Bridge Itself: Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
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Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A car tore through Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist died. Two women face police. Witnesses saw speed. Blood on the street. City danger, sharp and sudden.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports a deadly crash in Manhattan's Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist were killed. Two women are in police custody. Witnesses told CBS, "the driver was speeding when tragedy struck." The article highlights driver speed as a factor. The crash underscores ongoing risks for people walking and biking in city streets.
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Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
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Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Tipping And Wage Protections▸Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
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NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-13
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Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
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Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
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Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Sep 1 - The driver of a Dodge sedan made a U-turn at W 125 St and struck an eastbound Jeep. The impact shoved damage into a parked SUV. Two male drivers suffered abrasions to knee and lower leg; both were conscious.
The driver of a Dodge sedan attempted a U-turn at 388 W 125 St and was struck in the right rear quarter by the driver of an eastbound Jeep. The impact pushed damage into a parked Toyota SUV. Two male drivers — a 24-year-old and a 19-year-old — were injured. Both complained of abrasions to the knee, lower leg and foot and were conscious. Air bags deployed and lap belts were recorded as used. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Other Vehicular" and "Turning Improperly." Police recorded Turning Improperly as a driver error; the report lists the Dodge as Making U Turn, the Jeep as Going Straight Ahead, and the Toyota as Parked.
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Driver in SUV Turns Left into Sedan▸Aug 31 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Broadway into a northbound sedan. Two rear-seat passengers, women 23 and 24, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Traffic Control Disregarded.
The driver of an SUV turned left from eastbound Broadway into the path of a northbound sedan at West 122nd Street. The SUV struck the sedan's left side; the SUV shows center-front damage and the sedan has crushed left-side doors. Two rear-seat passengers, women ages 23 and 24, suffered head injuries and reported whiplash. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" were contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed. Passenger safety-equipment status is listed as unknown in the crash record.
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Passengers injured in Broadway side-impact crash▸Aug 27 - A northbound sedan and an SUV collided on Broadway at Tiemann Place. Side impacts crumpled the sedan's left doors and the SUV's right doors. The sedan's driver and two passengers suffered whiplash and neck and back pain.
Two northbound vehicles collided on Broadway at Tiemann Place. A sedan and an SUV struck each other in side impacts that damaged the sedan's left doors and the SUV's right doors. Three people in the sedan were injured: the 37-year-old driver and two male passengers, ages 35 and 25. Injuries reported include whiplash and neck and back pain. According to the police report, contributing factors are recorded as "Unspecified." The report notes both drivers were going straight ahead and lists no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed in the available data.
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SUV Driver Hits Cyclist on Riverside Drive▸Aug 22 - The driver of an SUV hit a 61-year-old bicyclist on Riverside Drive at W 122nd. The rider fell and suffered a lower-leg injury and remained conscious. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A driver in an SUV struck a northbound bicyclist on Riverside Drive at West 122nd Street. The bicyclist, a 61-year-old man, suffered injury to his knee and lower leg and remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The SUV’s right front quarter panel made contact with the cyclist; both vehicles were recorded as traveling north and going straight. Police listed the bicyclist as injured with a contusion to the knee/lower leg/foot and recorded damage to the SUV’s right front quarter panel.
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Merging Crash on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Aug 1 - Two sedans met in a merge on Henry Hudson Parkway. One driver went straight south. The other merged. Police recorded Passing Too Closely. A 68-year-old driver, a 22-year-old driver, and a 22-year-old passenger were hurt.
Two southbound sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. One driver went straight. The other merged. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was a contributing factor. The straight-ahead driver’s left front bumper contacted the merging driver’s right rear quarter. Three people were hurt: a 68-year-old male driver with arm injuries, a 22-year-old male driver with shoulder injuries, and a 22-year-old female passenger with leg injuries. Police recorded driver error—Passing Too Closely. The report lists shock for two victims and notes crush injuries. No contributing factors were assigned to those injured.
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Eight Injured As Cars Hit Scaffolding▸Jul 31 - Two vehicles collided on Madison Avenue. One slammed into scaffolding. Eight people hurt. Steel and glass scattered. Early morning chaos. No word yet on why.
ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that a car and SUV crashed on Madison Avenue between 84th and 85th streets, sending one vehicle into scaffolding. Eight people were injured, but none critically. The article states, 'There is no word on the cause of the crash. So far, no charges have been filed.' Video from Citizen App showed the aftermath. The crash highlights the risks of vehicle collisions near pedestrian infrastructure. No details on driver actions or city response were given.
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Eight Injured As Cars Hit Scaffolding,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-31
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes▸Jul 24 - A firefighter died on FDR Drive. The driver fled. At Port Authority, a bus crash left over two dozen hurt. No arrests. The city’s streets remain brutal for those on foot and in transit.
Patch reported on July 24, 2025, that an FDNY firefighter was killed in a hit-and-run on FDR Drive. The driver left the scene. No arrests have been made. The article also notes, 'More Than 2 Dozen Injured In Bus Crash At Port Authority Bus Terminal.' Both incidents highlight ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users and point to gaps in enforcement and street safety. Investigations continue, but the city’s traffic violence persists.
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Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes,
Patch,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Levine Urges DOT To Act On Safety-Boosting Canal Street Overhaul▸Jul 24 - After two die at Canal Street, Kevin Duggan and advocates demand the city end car dominance. They call for fewer lanes, slower speeds, and space for people. The city stalls. Danger remains.
""We urge the DOT not to wait for more crashes and deaths on Canal Street to act."" -- Mark Levine
On July 24, 2025, Kevin Duggan issued a policy statement after a double fatal crash at the Manhattan Bridge's Canal Street entrance. The matter urges, "the city to redesign Canal Street to be less car-centric after decades of studies and delays." Duggan, joined by advocates and politicians, calls for lane reductions, speed cuts, and pedestrian-first changes. The Department of Transportation faces a 30-day deadline to release plans. The safety analyst notes the event text is too vague for a clear safety impact, as no concrete intervention is described. The push is loud, but action is uncertain.
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Fixing Canal Street Means Rethinking the Manhattan Bridge Itself: Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A car tore through Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist died. Two women face police. Witnesses saw speed. Blood on the street. City danger, sharp and sudden.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports a deadly crash in Manhattan's Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist were killed. Two women are in police custody. Witnesses told CBS, "the driver was speeding when tragedy struck." The article highlights driver speed as a factor. The crash underscores ongoing risks for people walking and biking in city streets.
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Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
13
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Tipping And Wage Protections▸Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
-
NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-13
10
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Aug 31 - A driver in an SUV turned left on Broadway into a northbound sedan. Two rear-seat passengers, women 23 and 24, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction and Traffic Control Disregarded.
The driver of an SUV turned left from eastbound Broadway into the path of a northbound sedan at West 122nd Street. The SUV struck the sedan's left side; the SUV shows center-front damage and the sedan has crushed left-side doors. Two rear-seat passengers, women ages 23 and 24, suffered head injuries and reported whiplash. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" were contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed. Passenger safety-equipment status is listed as unknown in the crash record.
27
Passengers injured in Broadway side-impact crash▸Aug 27 - A northbound sedan and an SUV collided on Broadway at Tiemann Place. Side impacts crumpled the sedan's left doors and the SUV's right doors. The sedan's driver and two passengers suffered whiplash and neck and back pain.
Two northbound vehicles collided on Broadway at Tiemann Place. A sedan and an SUV struck each other in side impacts that damaged the sedan's left doors and the SUV's right doors. Three people in the sedan were injured: the 37-year-old driver and two male passengers, ages 35 and 25. Injuries reported include whiplash and neck and back pain. According to the police report, contributing factors are recorded as "Unspecified." The report notes both drivers were going straight ahead and lists no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed in the available data.
22
SUV Driver Hits Cyclist on Riverside Drive▸Aug 22 - The driver of an SUV hit a 61-year-old bicyclist on Riverside Drive at W 122nd. The rider fell and suffered a lower-leg injury and remained conscious. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A driver in an SUV struck a northbound bicyclist on Riverside Drive at West 122nd Street. The bicyclist, a 61-year-old man, suffered injury to his knee and lower leg and remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The SUV’s right front quarter panel made contact with the cyclist; both vehicles were recorded as traveling north and going straight. Police listed the bicyclist as injured with a contusion to the knee/lower leg/foot and recorded damage to the SUV’s right front quarter panel.
1
Merging Crash on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Aug 1 - Two sedans met in a merge on Henry Hudson Parkway. One driver went straight south. The other merged. Police recorded Passing Too Closely. A 68-year-old driver, a 22-year-old driver, and a 22-year-old passenger were hurt.
Two southbound sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. One driver went straight. The other merged. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was a contributing factor. The straight-ahead driver’s left front bumper contacted the merging driver’s right rear quarter. Three people were hurt: a 68-year-old male driver with arm injuries, a 22-year-old male driver with shoulder injuries, and a 22-year-old female passenger with leg injuries. Police recorded driver error—Passing Too Closely. The report lists shock for two victims and notes crush injuries. No contributing factors were assigned to those injured.
31
Eight Injured As Cars Hit Scaffolding▸Jul 31 - Two vehicles collided on Madison Avenue. One slammed into scaffolding. Eight people hurt. Steel and glass scattered. Early morning chaos. No word yet on why.
ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that a car and SUV crashed on Madison Avenue between 84th and 85th streets, sending one vehicle into scaffolding. Eight people were injured, but none critically. The article states, 'There is no word on the cause of the crash. So far, no charges have been filed.' Video from Citizen App showed the aftermath. The crash highlights the risks of vehicle collisions near pedestrian infrastructure. No details on driver actions or city response were given.
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Eight Injured As Cars Hit Scaffolding,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-31
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes▸Jul 24 - A firefighter died on FDR Drive. The driver fled. At Port Authority, a bus crash left over two dozen hurt. No arrests. The city’s streets remain brutal for those on foot and in transit.
Patch reported on July 24, 2025, that an FDNY firefighter was killed in a hit-and-run on FDR Drive. The driver left the scene. No arrests have been made. The article also notes, 'More Than 2 Dozen Injured In Bus Crash At Port Authority Bus Terminal.' Both incidents highlight ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users and point to gaps in enforcement and street safety. Investigations continue, but the city’s traffic violence persists.
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Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes,
Patch,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Levine Urges DOT To Act On Safety-Boosting Canal Street Overhaul▸Jul 24 - After two die at Canal Street, Kevin Duggan and advocates demand the city end car dominance. They call for fewer lanes, slower speeds, and space for people. The city stalls. Danger remains.
""We urge the DOT not to wait for more crashes and deaths on Canal Street to act."" -- Mark Levine
On July 24, 2025, Kevin Duggan issued a policy statement after a double fatal crash at the Manhattan Bridge's Canal Street entrance. The matter urges, "the city to redesign Canal Street to be less car-centric after decades of studies and delays." Duggan, joined by advocates and politicians, calls for lane reductions, speed cuts, and pedestrian-first changes. The Department of Transportation faces a 30-day deadline to release plans. The safety analyst notes the event text is too vague for a clear safety impact, as no concrete intervention is described. The push is loud, but action is uncertain.
-
Fixing Canal Street Means Rethinking the Manhattan Bridge Itself: Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A car tore through Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist died. Two women face police. Witnesses saw speed. Blood on the street. City danger, sharp and sudden.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports a deadly crash in Manhattan's Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist were killed. Two women are in police custody. Witnesses told CBS, "the driver was speeding when tragedy struck." The article highlights driver speed as a factor. The crash underscores ongoing risks for people walking and biking in city streets.
-
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
13
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Tipping And Wage Protections▸Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
-
NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-13
10
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
-
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Aug 27 - A northbound sedan and an SUV collided on Broadway at Tiemann Place. Side impacts crumpled the sedan's left doors and the SUV's right doors. The sedan's driver and two passengers suffered whiplash and neck and back pain.
Two northbound vehicles collided on Broadway at Tiemann Place. A sedan and an SUV struck each other in side impacts that damaged the sedan's left doors and the SUV's right doors. Three people in the sedan were injured: the 37-year-old driver and two male passengers, ages 35 and 25. Injuries reported include whiplash and neck and back pain. According to the police report, contributing factors are recorded as "Unspecified." The report notes both drivers were going straight ahead and lists no specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed in the available data.
22
SUV Driver Hits Cyclist on Riverside Drive▸Aug 22 - The driver of an SUV hit a 61-year-old bicyclist on Riverside Drive at W 122nd. The rider fell and suffered a lower-leg injury and remained conscious. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A driver in an SUV struck a northbound bicyclist on Riverside Drive at West 122nd Street. The bicyclist, a 61-year-old man, suffered injury to his knee and lower leg and remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The SUV’s right front quarter panel made contact with the cyclist; both vehicles were recorded as traveling north and going straight. Police listed the bicyclist as injured with a contusion to the knee/lower leg/foot and recorded damage to the SUV’s right front quarter panel.
1
Merging Crash on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Aug 1 - Two sedans met in a merge on Henry Hudson Parkway. One driver went straight south. The other merged. Police recorded Passing Too Closely. A 68-year-old driver, a 22-year-old driver, and a 22-year-old passenger were hurt.
Two southbound sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. One driver went straight. The other merged. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was a contributing factor. The straight-ahead driver’s left front bumper contacted the merging driver’s right rear quarter. Three people were hurt: a 68-year-old male driver with arm injuries, a 22-year-old male driver with shoulder injuries, and a 22-year-old female passenger with leg injuries. Police recorded driver error—Passing Too Closely. The report lists shock for two victims and notes crush injuries. No contributing factors were assigned to those injured.
31
Eight Injured As Cars Hit Scaffolding▸Jul 31 - Two vehicles collided on Madison Avenue. One slammed into scaffolding. Eight people hurt. Steel and glass scattered. Early morning chaos. No word yet on why.
ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that a car and SUV crashed on Madison Avenue between 84th and 85th streets, sending one vehicle into scaffolding. Eight people were injured, but none critically. The article states, 'There is no word on the cause of the crash. So far, no charges have been filed.' Video from Citizen App showed the aftermath. The crash highlights the risks of vehicle collisions near pedestrian infrastructure. No details on driver actions or city response were given.
-
Eight Injured As Cars Hit Scaffolding,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-31
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
-
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes▸Jul 24 - A firefighter died on FDR Drive. The driver fled. At Port Authority, a bus crash left over two dozen hurt. No arrests. The city’s streets remain brutal for those on foot and in transit.
Patch reported on July 24, 2025, that an FDNY firefighter was killed in a hit-and-run on FDR Drive. The driver left the scene. No arrests have been made. The article also notes, 'More Than 2 Dozen Injured In Bus Crash At Port Authority Bus Terminal.' Both incidents highlight ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users and point to gaps in enforcement and street safety. Investigations continue, but the city’s traffic violence persists.
-
Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes,
Patch,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Levine Urges DOT To Act On Safety-Boosting Canal Street Overhaul▸Jul 24 - After two die at Canal Street, Kevin Duggan and advocates demand the city end car dominance. They call for fewer lanes, slower speeds, and space for people. The city stalls. Danger remains.
""We urge the DOT not to wait for more crashes and deaths on Canal Street to act."" -- Mark Levine
On July 24, 2025, Kevin Duggan issued a policy statement after a double fatal crash at the Manhattan Bridge's Canal Street entrance. The matter urges, "the city to redesign Canal Street to be less car-centric after decades of studies and delays." Duggan, joined by advocates and politicians, calls for lane reductions, speed cuts, and pedestrian-first changes. The Department of Transportation faces a 30-day deadline to release plans. The safety analyst notes the event text is too vague for a clear safety impact, as no concrete intervention is described. The push is loud, but action is uncertain.
-
Fixing Canal Street Means Rethinking the Manhattan Bridge Itself: Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
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Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A car tore through Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist died. Two women face police. Witnesses saw speed. Blood on the street. City danger, sharp and sudden.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports a deadly crash in Manhattan's Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist were killed. Two women are in police custody. Witnesses told CBS, "the driver was speeding when tragedy struck." The article highlights driver speed as a factor. The crash underscores ongoing risks for people walking and biking in city streets.
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Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
13
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Tipping And Wage Protections▸Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
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NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-13
10
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
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Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Aug 22 - The driver of an SUV hit a 61-year-old bicyclist on Riverside Drive at W 122nd. The rider fell and suffered a lower-leg injury and remained conscious. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A driver in an SUV struck a northbound bicyclist on Riverside Drive at West 122nd Street. The bicyclist, a 61-year-old man, suffered injury to his knee and lower leg and remained conscious. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The SUV’s right front quarter panel made contact with the cyclist; both vehicles were recorded as traveling north and going straight. Police listed the bicyclist as injured with a contusion to the knee/lower leg/foot and recorded damage to the SUV’s right front quarter panel.
1
Merging Crash on Henry Hudson Parkway Injures Three▸Aug 1 - Two sedans met in a merge on Henry Hudson Parkway. One driver went straight south. The other merged. Police recorded Passing Too Closely. A 68-year-old driver, a 22-year-old driver, and a 22-year-old passenger were hurt.
Two southbound sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. One driver went straight. The other merged. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was a contributing factor. The straight-ahead driver’s left front bumper contacted the merging driver’s right rear quarter. Three people were hurt: a 68-year-old male driver with arm injuries, a 22-year-old male driver with shoulder injuries, and a 22-year-old female passenger with leg injuries. Police recorded driver error—Passing Too Closely. The report lists shock for two victims and notes crush injuries. No contributing factors were assigned to those injured.
31
Eight Injured As Cars Hit Scaffolding▸Jul 31 - Two vehicles collided on Madison Avenue. One slammed into scaffolding. Eight people hurt. Steel and glass scattered. Early morning chaos. No word yet on why.
ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that a car and SUV crashed on Madison Avenue between 84th and 85th streets, sending one vehicle into scaffolding. Eight people were injured, but none critically. The article states, 'There is no word on the cause of the crash. So far, no charges have been filed.' Video from Citizen App showed the aftermath. The crash highlights the risks of vehicle collisions near pedestrian infrastructure. No details on driver actions or city response were given.
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Eight Injured As Cars Hit Scaffolding,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-31
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
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City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
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Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes▸Jul 24 - A firefighter died on FDR Drive. The driver fled. At Port Authority, a bus crash left over two dozen hurt. No arrests. The city’s streets remain brutal for those on foot and in transit.
Patch reported on July 24, 2025, that an FDNY firefighter was killed in a hit-and-run on FDR Drive. The driver left the scene. No arrests have been made. The article also notes, 'More Than 2 Dozen Injured In Bus Crash At Port Authority Bus Terminal.' Both incidents highlight ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users and point to gaps in enforcement and street safety. Investigations continue, but the city’s traffic violence persists.
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Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes,
Patch,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Levine Urges DOT To Act On Safety-Boosting Canal Street Overhaul▸Jul 24 - After two die at Canal Street, Kevin Duggan and advocates demand the city end car dominance. They call for fewer lanes, slower speeds, and space for people. The city stalls. Danger remains.
""We urge the DOT not to wait for more crashes and deaths on Canal Street to act."" -- Mark Levine
On July 24, 2025, Kevin Duggan issued a policy statement after a double fatal crash at the Manhattan Bridge's Canal Street entrance. The matter urges, "the city to redesign Canal Street to be less car-centric after decades of studies and delays." Duggan, joined by advocates and politicians, calls for lane reductions, speed cuts, and pedestrian-first changes. The Department of Transportation faces a 30-day deadline to release plans. The safety analyst notes the event text is too vague for a clear safety impact, as no concrete intervention is described. The push is loud, but action is uncertain.
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Fixing Canal Street Means Rethinking the Manhattan Bridge Itself: Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A car tore through Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist died. Two women face police. Witnesses saw speed. Blood on the street. City danger, sharp and sudden.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports a deadly crash in Manhattan's Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist were killed. Two women are in police custody. Witnesses told CBS, "the driver was speeding when tragedy struck." The article highlights driver speed as a factor. The crash underscores ongoing risks for people walking and biking in city streets.
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Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
13
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Tipping And Wage Protections▸Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
-
NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-13
10
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
-
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Aug 1 - Two sedans met in a merge on Henry Hudson Parkway. One driver went straight south. The other merged. Police recorded Passing Too Closely. A 68-year-old driver, a 22-year-old driver, and a 22-year-old passenger were hurt.
Two southbound sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway. One driver went straight. The other merged. According to the police report, 'Passing Too Closely' was a contributing factor. The straight-ahead driver’s left front bumper contacted the merging driver’s right rear quarter. Three people were hurt: a 68-year-old male driver with arm injuries, a 22-year-old male driver with shoulder injuries, and a 22-year-old female passenger with leg injuries. Police recorded driver error—Passing Too Closely. The report lists shock for two victims and notes crush injuries. No contributing factors were assigned to those injured.
31
Eight Injured As Cars Hit Scaffolding▸Jul 31 - Two vehicles collided on Madison Avenue. One slammed into scaffolding. Eight people hurt. Steel and glass scattered. Early morning chaos. No word yet on why.
ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that a car and SUV crashed on Madison Avenue between 84th and 85th streets, sending one vehicle into scaffolding. Eight people were injured, but none critically. The article states, 'There is no word on the cause of the crash. So far, no charges have been filed.' Video from Citizen App showed the aftermath. The crash highlights the risks of vehicle collisions near pedestrian infrastructure. No details on driver actions or city response were given.
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Eight Injured As Cars Hit Scaffolding,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-31
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
-
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes▸Jul 24 - A firefighter died on FDR Drive. The driver fled. At Port Authority, a bus crash left over two dozen hurt. No arrests. The city’s streets remain brutal for those on foot and in transit.
Patch reported on July 24, 2025, that an FDNY firefighter was killed in a hit-and-run on FDR Drive. The driver left the scene. No arrests have been made. The article also notes, 'More Than 2 Dozen Injured In Bus Crash At Port Authority Bus Terminal.' Both incidents highlight ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users and point to gaps in enforcement and street safety. Investigations continue, but the city’s traffic violence persists.
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Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes,
Patch,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Levine Urges DOT To Act On Safety-Boosting Canal Street Overhaul▸Jul 24 - After two die at Canal Street, Kevin Duggan and advocates demand the city end car dominance. They call for fewer lanes, slower speeds, and space for people. The city stalls. Danger remains.
""We urge the DOT not to wait for more crashes and deaths on Canal Street to act."" -- Mark Levine
On July 24, 2025, Kevin Duggan issued a policy statement after a double fatal crash at the Manhattan Bridge's Canal Street entrance. The matter urges, "the city to redesign Canal Street to be less car-centric after decades of studies and delays." Duggan, joined by advocates and politicians, calls for lane reductions, speed cuts, and pedestrian-first changes. The Department of Transportation faces a 30-day deadline to release plans. The safety analyst notes the event text is too vague for a clear safety impact, as no concrete intervention is described. The push is loud, but action is uncertain.
-
Fixing Canal Street Means Rethinking the Manhattan Bridge Itself: Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A car tore through Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist died. Two women face police. Witnesses saw speed. Blood on the street. City danger, sharp and sudden.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports a deadly crash in Manhattan's Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist were killed. Two women are in police custody. Witnesses told CBS, "the driver was speeding when tragedy struck." The article highlights driver speed as a factor. The crash underscores ongoing risks for people walking and biking in city streets.
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Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
13
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Tipping And Wage Protections▸Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
-
NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-13
10
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
-
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jul 31 - Two vehicles collided on Madison Avenue. One slammed into scaffolding. Eight people hurt. Steel and glass scattered. Early morning chaos. No word yet on why.
ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that a car and SUV crashed on Madison Avenue between 84th and 85th streets, sending one vehicle into scaffolding. Eight people were injured, but none critically. The article states, 'There is no word on the cause of the crash. So far, no charges have been filed.' Video from Citizen App showed the aftermath. The crash highlights the risks of vehicle collisions near pedestrian infrastructure. No details on driver actions or city response were given.
- Eight Injured As Cars Hit Scaffolding, ABC7, Published 2025-07-31
29
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street▸Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
-
City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes▸Jul 24 - A firefighter died on FDR Drive. The driver fled. At Port Authority, a bus crash left over two dozen hurt. No arrests. The city’s streets remain brutal for those on foot and in transit.
Patch reported on July 24, 2025, that an FDNY firefighter was killed in a hit-and-run on FDR Drive. The driver left the scene. No arrests have been made. The article also notes, 'More Than 2 Dozen Injured In Bus Crash At Port Authority Bus Terminal.' Both incidents highlight ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users and point to gaps in enforcement and street safety. Investigations continue, but the city’s traffic violence persists.
-
Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes,
Patch,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Levine Urges DOT To Act On Safety-Boosting Canal Street Overhaul▸Jul 24 - After two die at Canal Street, Kevin Duggan and advocates demand the city end car dominance. They call for fewer lanes, slower speeds, and space for people. The city stalls. Danger remains.
""We urge the DOT not to wait for more crashes and deaths on Canal Street to act."" -- Mark Levine
On July 24, 2025, Kevin Duggan issued a policy statement after a double fatal crash at the Manhattan Bridge's Canal Street entrance. The matter urges, "the city to redesign Canal Street to be less car-centric after decades of studies and delays." Duggan, joined by advocates and politicians, calls for lane reductions, speed cuts, and pedestrian-first changes. The Department of Transportation faces a 30-day deadline to release plans. The safety analyst notes the event text is too vague for a clear safety impact, as no concrete intervention is described. The push is loud, but action is uncertain.
-
Fixing Canal Street Means Rethinking the Manhattan Bridge Itself: Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A car tore through Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist died. Two women face police. Witnesses saw speed. Blood on the street. City danger, sharp and sudden.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports a deadly crash in Manhattan's Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist were killed. Two women are in police custody. Witnesses told CBS, "the driver was speeding when tragedy struck." The article highlights driver speed as a factor. The crash underscores ongoing risks for people walking and biking in city streets.
-
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
13
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Tipping And Wage Protections▸Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
-
NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-13
10
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
-
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jul 29 - City, BIDs, and agencies plan a $3 million study to reshape 14th Street. The goal: safer space for walkers, cyclists, and buses. The busway may become permanent. Cars lose ground. Change moves slow.
New York Magazine - Curbed (2025-07-29) reports city officials and business groups will fund a $3 million, two-year study to redesign 14th Street. The plan aims for a 'complete street'—space for pedestrians, cyclists, transit, and limited cars. The article notes, 'Their (mostly) shared goal is to make 14th into what's often called a complete street.' The study will assess traffic flow and street dynamics. The busway, which restricts cars, may become permanent. No crash or injury data is cited, but the focus is on systemic street changes, not individual driver actions.
- City Eyes Overhaul For 14th Street, New York Magazine - Curbed, Published 2025-07-29
27
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be▸Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
-
Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-27
24
Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes▸Jul 24 - A firefighter died on FDR Drive. The driver fled. At Port Authority, a bus crash left over two dozen hurt. No arrests. The city’s streets remain brutal for those on foot and in transit.
Patch reported on July 24, 2025, that an FDNY firefighter was killed in a hit-and-run on FDR Drive. The driver left the scene. No arrests have been made. The article also notes, 'More Than 2 Dozen Injured In Bus Crash At Port Authority Bus Terminal.' Both incidents highlight ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users and point to gaps in enforcement and street safety. Investigations continue, but the city’s traffic violence persists.
-
Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes,
Patch,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Levine Urges DOT To Act On Safety-Boosting Canal Street Overhaul▸Jul 24 - After two die at Canal Street, Kevin Duggan and advocates demand the city end car dominance. They call for fewer lanes, slower speeds, and space for people. The city stalls. Danger remains.
""We urge the DOT not to wait for more crashes and deaths on Canal Street to act."" -- Mark Levine
On July 24, 2025, Kevin Duggan issued a policy statement after a double fatal crash at the Manhattan Bridge's Canal Street entrance. The matter urges, "the city to redesign Canal Street to be less car-centric after decades of studies and delays." Duggan, joined by advocates and politicians, calls for lane reductions, speed cuts, and pedestrian-first changes. The Department of Transportation faces a 30-day deadline to release plans. The safety analyst notes the event text is too vague for a clear safety impact, as no concrete intervention is described. The push is loud, but action is uncertain.
-
Fixing Canal Street Means Rethinking the Manhattan Bridge Itself: Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A car tore through Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist died. Two women face police. Witnesses saw speed. Blood on the street. City danger, sharp and sudden.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports a deadly crash in Manhattan's Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist were killed. Two women are in police custody. Witnesses told CBS, "the driver was speeding when tragedy struck." The article highlights driver speed as a factor. The crash underscores ongoing risks for people walking and biking in city streets.
-
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
13
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Tipping And Wage Protections▸Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
-
NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-13
10
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
-
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jul 27 - A teen drove drunk, wrong-way, head-on into a car. Two men died. The driver fled. The city failed to stop him. A wedding became a funeral.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-27), a 17-year-old allegedly drank at a Midtown club, then drove the wrong way on the Henry Hudson Parkway. He crashed head-on into Kirk Walker and Rob McLaurin, killing both. The teen, Jimmy Connors, fled, leaving his injured passenger. The article states, “Walker, 38, was one day from his wedding when he and McLaurin were killed.” An off-duty NYPD officer pursued Connors but did not call 911. The lawsuit names the driver, club, NYPD, and city, raising questions about underage drinking enforcement and police response. Connors faces charges including second-degree murder.
- Wrong-Way Crash Kills Groom-To-Be, New York Post, Published 2025-07-27
24
Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes▸Jul 24 - A firefighter died on FDR Drive. The driver fled. At Port Authority, a bus crash left over two dozen hurt. No arrests. The city’s streets remain brutal for those on foot and in transit.
Patch reported on July 24, 2025, that an FDNY firefighter was killed in a hit-and-run on FDR Drive. The driver left the scene. No arrests have been made. The article also notes, 'More Than 2 Dozen Injured In Bus Crash At Port Authority Bus Terminal.' Both incidents highlight ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users and point to gaps in enforcement and street safety. Investigations continue, but the city’s traffic violence persists.
-
Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes,
Patch,
Published 2025-07-24
24
Levine Urges DOT To Act On Safety-Boosting Canal Street Overhaul▸Jul 24 - After two die at Canal Street, Kevin Duggan and advocates demand the city end car dominance. They call for fewer lanes, slower speeds, and space for people. The city stalls. Danger remains.
""We urge the DOT not to wait for more crashes and deaths on Canal Street to act."" -- Mark Levine
On July 24, 2025, Kevin Duggan issued a policy statement after a double fatal crash at the Manhattan Bridge's Canal Street entrance. The matter urges, "the city to redesign Canal Street to be less car-centric after decades of studies and delays." Duggan, joined by advocates and politicians, calls for lane reductions, speed cuts, and pedestrian-first changes. The Department of Transportation faces a 30-day deadline to release plans. The safety analyst notes the event text is too vague for a clear safety impact, as no concrete intervention is described. The push is loud, but action is uncertain.
-
Fixing Canal Street Means Rethinking the Manhattan Bridge Itself: Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A car tore through Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist died. Two women face police. Witnesses saw speed. Blood on the street. City danger, sharp and sudden.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports a deadly crash in Manhattan's Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist were killed. Two women are in police custody. Witnesses told CBS, "the driver was speeding when tragedy struck." The article highlights driver speed as a factor. The crash underscores ongoing risks for people walking and biking in city streets.
-
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
13
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Tipping And Wage Protections▸Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
-
NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-13
10
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
-
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jul 24 - A firefighter died on FDR Drive. The driver fled. At Port Authority, a bus crash left over two dozen hurt. No arrests. The city’s streets remain brutal for those on foot and in transit.
Patch reported on July 24, 2025, that an FDNY firefighter was killed in a hit-and-run on FDR Drive. The driver left the scene. No arrests have been made. The article also notes, 'More Than 2 Dozen Injured In Bus Crash At Port Authority Bus Terminal.' Both incidents highlight ongoing dangers for vulnerable road users and point to gaps in enforcement and street safety. Investigations continue, but the city’s traffic violence persists.
- Firefighter Killed, Dozens Hurt In Crashes, Patch, Published 2025-07-24
24
Levine Urges DOT To Act On Safety-Boosting Canal Street Overhaul▸Jul 24 - After two die at Canal Street, Kevin Duggan and advocates demand the city end car dominance. They call for fewer lanes, slower speeds, and space for people. The city stalls. Danger remains.
""We urge the DOT not to wait for more crashes and deaths on Canal Street to act."" -- Mark Levine
On July 24, 2025, Kevin Duggan issued a policy statement after a double fatal crash at the Manhattan Bridge's Canal Street entrance. The matter urges, "the city to redesign Canal Street to be less car-centric after decades of studies and delays." Duggan, joined by advocates and politicians, calls for lane reductions, speed cuts, and pedestrian-first changes. The Department of Transportation faces a 30-day deadline to release plans. The safety analyst notes the event text is too vague for a clear safety impact, as no concrete intervention is described. The push is loud, but action is uncertain.
-
Fixing Canal Street Means Rethinking the Manhattan Bridge Itself: Experts,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A car tore through Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist died. Two women face police. Witnesses saw speed. Blood on the street. City danger, sharp and sudden.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports a deadly crash in Manhattan's Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist were killed. Two women are in police custody. Witnesses told CBS, "the driver was speeding when tragedy struck." The article highlights driver speed as a factor. The crash underscores ongoing risks for people walking and biking in city streets.
-
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
13
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Tipping And Wage Protections▸Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
-
NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-13
10
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
-
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jul 24 - After two die at Canal Street, Kevin Duggan and advocates demand the city end car dominance. They call for fewer lanes, slower speeds, and space for people. The city stalls. Danger remains.
""We urge the DOT not to wait for more crashes and deaths on Canal Street to act."" -- Mark Levine
On July 24, 2025, Kevin Duggan issued a policy statement after a double fatal crash at the Manhattan Bridge's Canal Street entrance. The matter urges, "the city to redesign Canal Street to be less car-centric after decades of studies and delays." Duggan, joined by advocates and politicians, calls for lane reductions, speed cuts, and pedestrian-first changes. The Department of Transportation faces a 30-day deadline to release plans. The safety analyst notes the event text is too vague for a clear safety impact, as no concrete intervention is described. The push is loud, but action is uncertain.
- Fixing Canal Street Means Rethinking the Manhattan Bridge Itself: Experts, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-24
22
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown▸Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-22
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A car tore through Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist died. Two women face police. Witnesses saw speed. Blood on the street. City danger, sharp and sudden.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports a deadly crash in Manhattan's Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist were killed. Two women are in police custody. Witnesses told CBS, "the driver was speeding when tragedy struck." The article highlights driver speed as a factor. The crash underscores ongoing risks for people walking and biking in city streets.
-
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
13
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Tipping And Wage Protections▸Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
-
NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-13
10
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
-
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jul 22 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. Two lives ended in seconds. Blood, wreckage, tequila, guns left behind. The driver ran. Bystanders paid the price.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-22), a stolen rental car struck and killed May Kwok, 63, and Kevin Scott Cruickshank, 55, at Bowery and Canal. Prosecutors said the driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, fled the scene, leaving 'an open bottle of tequila and two 9mm guns in the wreck.' Surveillance video captured the car plowing into a woman on a bench and a passing cyclist. Romero faces murder, manslaughter, and vehicular homicide charges. Passenger Kennedy Lecraft faces charges for possession of stolen property. The crash highlights the lethal risk of unchecked speeding and stolen vehicles on city streets.
- Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Pedestrian in Chinatown, New York Post, Published 2025-07-22
21
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter▸Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
-
Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-21
20
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A car tore through Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist died. Two women face police. Witnesses saw speed. Blood on the street. City danger, sharp and sudden.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports a deadly crash in Manhattan's Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist were killed. Two women are in police custody. Witnesses told CBS, "the driver was speeding when tragedy struck." The article highlights driver speed as a factor. The crash underscores ongoing risks for people walking and biking in city streets.
-
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
13
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Tipping And Wage Protections▸Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
-
NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-13
10
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
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Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jul 21 - A stolen car tore through Bowery and Canal. It struck Kevin Cruickshank, a cyclist, and May Kwok, seated on a bench. Both died. The driver fled. Canal Street remains a deadly corridor for walkers and riders.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-21), a stolen Chevy Malibu sped through a median at Bowery and Canal, killing cyclist Kevin Cruickshank and May Kwok, who sat on a bench. The driver, Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, and a passenger fled but were caught. Police found drugs and alcohol in the car. The article quotes Families for Safe Streets: 'Canal Street is one of the most dangerous streets in all of Manhattan—notorious for pedestrian and cyclist fatalities—and a comprehensive redesign is needed to prioritize safety.' The crash highlights ongoing risks from reckless driving and the urgent need for safer street design.
- Stolen Car Kills Cyclist, Bench Sitter, New York Post, Published 2025-07-21
20
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown▸Jul 20 - A car tore through Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist died. Two women face police. Witnesses saw speed. Blood on the street. City danger, sharp and sudden.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports a deadly crash in Manhattan's Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist were killed. Two women are in police custody. Witnesses told CBS, "the driver was speeding when tragedy struck." The article highlights driver speed as a factor. The crash underscores ongoing risks for people walking and biking in city streets.
-
Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-07-20
13
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Tipping And Wage Protections▸Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
-
NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-13
10
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
-
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jul 20 - A car tore through Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist died. Two women face police. Witnesses saw speed. Blood on the street. City danger, sharp and sudden.
CBS New York (2025-07-20) reports a deadly crash in Manhattan's Chinatown. A pedestrian and a cyclist were killed. Two women are in police custody. Witnesses told CBS, "the driver was speeding when tragedy struck." The article highlights driver speed as a factor. The crash underscores ongoing risks for people walking and biking in city streets.
- Pedestrian And Cyclist Killed In Chinatown, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-20
13
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Tipping And Wage Protections▸Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
-
NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers,
AMNY,
Published 2025-07-13
10
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
-
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jul 13 - Council moves to shield delivery workers. Wage floors, tipping rules, and safety gear on the line. Workers face street danger daily. New rules aim to cut risk and boost dignity.
On July 14, 2025, the NYC Council will vote on bills to protect delivery workers. The agenda includes wage floors, tipping requirements, and safety measures. Council Members Shaun Abreu, Jennifer Gutierrez, and Sandy Nurse sponsor key bills. Barbara Russo-Lennon supports the package. The matter summary states: 'Council members will vote on a list of legislative items that would benefit delivery app workers.' These protections can improve worker well-being and bargaining power, reducing pressure to take unsafe risks. The council’s action targets the daily hazards faced by delivery workers on city streets.
- NYC Council expected to vote Monday on wage and workplace protections for delivery workers, AMNY, Published 2025-07-13
10
Abreu Backs Safety‑Boosting Delivery Bills Closing Instacart Loophole▸Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
-
Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
-
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jul 10 - Council ends Instacart loophole. All app delivery workers get minimum wage. Bills target pay, tips, and safety. Workers risk streets for every order. Law brings fairer pay, not safer roads.
On July 10, 2025, the City Council advanced Intro 1133 and 1135 to close the Instacart loophole and regulate app-based delivery. The bills, led by Council Members Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, and Shaun Abreu, require all apps to pay minimum wage and restore upfront tipping. The matter summary: 'regulate the app-based delivery industry.' Sophia Lebowitz supported the action. Advocates say the package strengthens 2023's pay law. A safety analyst notes: mandating minimum wage improves labor conditions but does not directly affect safety, mode shift, or street equity for pedestrians and cyclists.
- Council To Close Instacart Loophole, Pass Delivery Industry Regulation Bills, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-10
6
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park▸Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
-
Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park,
West Side Spirit,
Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jul 6 - A fast electric unicycle struck a cyclist on Central Park’s crowded West Drive. The unicycle rider landed in the hospital. The cyclist, bruised, faced wrongful charges. Chaos thrives where speed meets congestion.
West Side Spirit (2025-07-06) reports a crash on Central Park’s West Drive, near West 60th Street. An illegal electric unicycle hit a cyclist, sending its operator to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The cyclist, Carolyn Backus, was wrongly charged with leaving the scene, though she "remained on scene for about 45 minutes after the crash and waited for paramedics." The Manhattan D.A. dismissed the charge, noting Backus rode a non-motorized bike. The article highlights the risk of high-speed e-vehicles in crowded park zones, where "unpredictable congestion makes it the last place...anyone should be speeding."
- Electric Unicycle Slams Cyclist In Park, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-06
30Int 0857-2024
Abreu votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
27
Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
26
Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30
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Taxi Slams Garbage Truck on Amsterdam Avenue▸Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
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Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
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Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jun 28 - A taxi struck a garbage truck’s rear on Amsterdam Ave. Two passengers suffered face and neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The city keeps moving.
A taxi crashed into the back of a parked garbage truck on Amsterdam Avenue at West 121st Street. Two taxi passengers, a 58-year-old woman and a 23-year-old woman, were injured—one with neck abrasions, the other with facial bleeding. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The report lists no other contributing factors. The impact left the taxi’s front end and the truck’s rear damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The city’s streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside vehicles.
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Cyclist Injured in Riverside Drive Collision▸Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
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Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jun 27 - A 53-year-old cyclist struck on Riverside Drive. He suffered arm abrasions. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police list the cause as unspecified. No other injuries reported.
A 53-year-old man riding a bike north on Riverside Drive at West 111th Street was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered abrasions to his arm and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No other vehicles or persons were reported injured. The crash damaged the left side of the cyclist's bike. No driver errors were specified in the data.
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Distracted Driver Hits Three Pedestrians at Broadway▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.
Jun 26 - A sedan struck three pedestrians crossing with the signal on Broadway. All suffered injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
Three pedestrians, ages 31, 46, and 48, were hit by a sedan while crossing Broadway at W 125th Street in Manhattan. All were crossing with the signal and suffered injuries, including leg and body trauma. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan, a BMW, was traveling east with two occupants. No other causes were listed in the report.