May 18 - A 32-year-old woman suffered a head injury as an SUV made a right turn and struck a stopped taxi on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The passenger was unconscious and bruised. The SUV driver was unlicensed and driving aggressively.

According to the police report, an unlicensed male driver in a 2005 SUV made a right turn on West 145 Street and collided with a stopped taxi. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the taxi. A 32-year-old female front-seat passenger in the SUV was injured, suffering a head contusion and was unconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The taxi driver was licensed and stopped in traffic at the time of the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4633196 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 16 - Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

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

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

May 14 - A moped collided with an SUV on Amsterdam Avenue. The unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash involved traffic control disregard and driver distraction.

According to the police report, a moped traveling south on Amsterdam Avenue struck a station wagon/SUV going east. The moped driver, age 23, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists contributing factors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The moped driver was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the right side doors of the moped and the center front end of the SUV. The crash caused significant injury to the moped driver, who was conscious but injured. No other injuries were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4629255 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 10 - A motorcycle and sedan collided head-on on West 155 Street. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and failure to yield as causes. The rider was conscious and wearing a helmet.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on West 155 Street struck a sedan also traveling west. The motorcycle driver, a 40-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors to the crash. The motorcycle driver was not ejected and was conscious at the scene. He was wearing a helmet classified as 'Helmet/Other (In-Line Skater/Bicyclist).' The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver, sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The collision point on the motorcycle was its left side doors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4629178 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 8 - Sanitation wants to box up trash. That means tearing up 150,000 parking spots. The city will spend big. Car owners howl. Advocates call it bold. A pilot starts in Manhattan. Council Member Abreu backs it. Change comes slow, but the city may never look the same.

On May 8, 2023, the Department of Sanitation (DSNY) released a sweeping proposal to containerize New York City’s sidewalk trash. The plan, not yet a formal bill, launches with a pilot in Manhattan’s Community Board 9, supported by Council Member Shaun Abreu, who declared, “We’re going to start containerizing our trash.” The DSNY report claims containerization could work in 89% of the city but demands a major overhaul: 150,000 curbside parking spots repurposed, hundreds of millions spent on new trucks and bins. The matter summary notes, 'New York City can containerize its sidewalk garbage, but doing so will require a major overhaul of the sanitation system.' Advocates like Christine Berthet call it transformative; others, like car owners, bristle at lost parking. The plan faces political headwinds, but if realized, it could mark a historic shift for city streets.

• ANALYSIS: Waste Containerization Will Be Big Lift, But Could Be Historic Change for Trash City, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-05-08

May 6 - A 58-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a collision with an SUV on Riverside Drive. The SUV struck the cyclist’s bike at the right rear quarter panel. The cyclist suffered abrasions and leg injuries but remained conscious and helmeted.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Riverside Drive involving a station wagon/SUV and a bicyclist. The SUV was traveling north and the bike west when the SUV struck the bike’s center front end at its right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 58-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a helmet. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The cyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4629165 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

May 3 - New York City will cut 150,000 free parking spots for trash containers. The pilot starts in West Harlem this fall. The plan clears sidewalks, targets rats, and reclaims space for people. Council member Abreu and advocates back the move. Change is coming.

The Department of Sanitation announced a pilot to eliminate 150,000 free residential parking spaces for trash containerization. The program, starting fall 2023 in West Harlem, covers up to 10 residential blocks and 14 public schools. The DSNY report, with McKinsey input, finds containerization viable for most neighborhoods. The matter aims to 'remove garbage bags from sidewalks' and address public health. Council member Shaun Abreu supports the initiative, calling current practices 'backwards' and endorsing large-scale containerization. Advocates like CHEKPEDS founder Christine Berthet support repurposing parking for trash containers, citing sidewalk access. The city will double trash collection in the pilot area, with $5.7 million allocated. The plan faces challenges in dense areas, but signals a shift toward safer, cleaner streets for all.

• Sanitation: Trash Containerization Can Be Done With a Historic Reuse of Parking; Pilot to Start This Fall, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-05-03

Mar 21 - Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.

Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.

• File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-03-21

Mar 13 - A box truck changed lanes and struck a sedan from behind on Broadway. The sedan’s driver and right rear passenger suffered whiplash and head and back injuries. Both were conscious and not ejected. The truck driver followed too closely and was distracted.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling south on Broadway changed lanes and collided with the left rear bumper of a sedan also traveling south. The sedan carried two occupants: a 34-year-old male driver and a 28-year-old male right rear passenger. Both were injured, sustaining whiplash and head or back injuries, but remained conscious and were not ejected. The report lists the truck driver’s contributing factors as "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the truck. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4612756 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Mar 6 - A 62-year-old man driving a sedan on Convent Avenue crashed into another vehicle ahead. The impact hit the left front bumper of the striking car and the right rear bumper of the struck sedan. The driver suffered back injuries and whiplash.

According to the police report, a 62-year-old male driver was involved in a rear-end collision on Convent Avenue. The driver was injured, sustaining back pain and whiplash, and remained conscious. The crash occurred when the driver, operating a sedan, struck the rear of another sedan traveling south. Contributing factors listed include driver inexperience and following too closely. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the striking vehicle and the right rear bumper of the struck vehicle. No other persons were reported injured or ejected. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4611171 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 13 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.

Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-02-13

Feb 7 - A motorcycle rider was ejected after a sedan made a left turn on West 145 Street. The rider suffered head abrasions and was injured. The sedan struck the motorcycle’s left side doors. Failure to yield and unsafe speed contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on West 145 Street made a left turn and collided with a motorcycle going straight west. The motorcycle driver, a 22-year-old male occupant, was ejected and sustained head abrasions. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The sedan struck the motorcycle on its left side doors, causing the rider’s injury. The motorcycle driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and making a left turn at the time of impact. The crash highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to oncoming motorcycles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4603600 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Feb 4 - Two sedans crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway at night. One driver injured with abrasions and leg wounds. Impact hit right front bumper of one car and left rear quarter panel of the other. Unsafe speed cited as cause. Air bag deployed.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Henry Hudson Parkway around 8:30 p.m. The driver of one vehicle, a 58-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved a BMW traveling north going straight ahead and a Tesla also heading north but changing lanes. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the BMW and the left rear quarter panel of the Tesla. The police identified unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and the air bag deployed. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4603570 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 24 - Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.

Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File A 602, Open States, Published 2023-01-24

Jan 22 - Two sedans collided head north on Henry Hudson Parkway. Both drivers suffered facial injuries with minor bleeding. Impact hit left rear bumpers. Police cited unsafe speed as a factor. Both men wore seat belts and were not ejected. Shock followed the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Henry Hudson Parkway collided, impacting each other's left rear bumpers. Both drivers, a 30-year-old man and a 22-year-old man, sustained facial injuries with minor bleeding and were treated for shock. Both occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected from their vehicles. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. Vehicle damage was limited to the left rear quarter panels of both sedans. The crash caused injuries but no fatalities.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4600328 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 14 - A 54-year-old male bicyclist was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The sedan made a right turn, striking the cyclist who was going straight. The bicyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Alcohol was involved. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a sedan made a right turn on Amsterdam Avenue and struck him. The bicyclist was traveling straight while the sedan turned right, resulting in a collision at the right rear quarter panel of the sedan and the front center of the bike. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver was licensed and had no reported errors beyond the turn. No damage was reported to either vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4597614 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Jan 13 - Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.

Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.

• File A 1280, Open States, Published 2023-01-13

Jan 4 - Senate bill S 100 demands complete street design in state and federally funded projects. Lawmakers push for public guidance. Streets built for people, not just cars.

Senate bill S 100 was introduced on January 4, 2023, and is in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force planners to consider all users—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish street design guidance. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 100, Open States, Published 2023-01-04

Jan 1 - A 21-year-old man was struck on Broadway near West 151st Street. He was crossing with the signal when hit. The impact caused a head injury and concussion. The pedestrian remained conscious but suffered serious harm.

According to the police report, a 21-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Broadway at West 151st Street in Manhattan. He was crossing with the signal when struck by an unspecified vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. No details about the vehicle or driver were provided. The pedestrian was not ejected and no safety equipment was noted. The crash highlights the danger pedestrians face even when crossing legally.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4595104 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19

Dec 27 - Two sedans smashed front bumpers on Amsterdam Avenue. One young driver suffered a fractured, dislocated shoulder. Police cite traffic control ignored and aggressive driving. No pedestrians or cyclists were hurt.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Amsterdam Avenue at 10:25 p.m. The 24-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured with a fractured and dislocated shoulder. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles struck each other with their front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, with airbags deployed. The crash caused serious damage to both vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4593380 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-19