Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Hamilton Heights-Sugar Hill?
Hamilton Heights: Three Dead, Hundreds Hurt—Why Won’t the City Act?
Hamilton Heights-Sugar Hill: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Numbers Do Not Lie
Three dead. Four seriously hurt. In Hamilton Heights-Sugar Hill, from 2022 to June 2025, the toll is steady and grim. Over 500 people injured in just three and a half years. The dead do not speak. Their absence is felt in empty chairs and quiet rooms.
SUVs, sedans, bikes, vans. The machines change, the outcome does not. A cyclist struck by an SUV on St. Nicholas Avenue. A pedestrian killed at Riverside Drive. A moped rider left bleeding on W 145th. The numbers are not just numbers. They are people who did not come home.
Leadership: Words, Laws, and Waiting
City leaders say the right things. They promise safer streets. They pass laws. But the work is slow. Sammy’s Law passed in Albany, letting the city lower speed limits. The city can act now. It has not. The clock runs. The streets do not wait.
Speed cameras cut speeding by 63% where installed. Injuries drop 14%. But the law that keeps them running is always at risk. Each year, advocates must fight to keep them alive. Each year, the city hesitates. The cost is paid in blood.
The Human Cost
A family gets a bill for a police car after their son is killed. The city calls it policy. The family calls it cruelty. The Daily News reports the NYPD has no comment. The silence is heavy.
“Williams’ family is suing the NYPD and demanding criminal charges against the officer, identified as Perez.” NY Daily News
What Comes Next
This is not fate. Lower the speed limit. Keep the cameras on. Redesign the streets. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Citations
▸ Citations
- NYPD Officer Veers Into Dirt Biker’s Path, NY Daily News, Published 2024-12-23
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4752337 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-04
- NYPD Officer Veers Into Dirt Biker’s Path, NY Daily News, Published 2024-12-23
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Room 602, 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
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▸ Other Geographies
Hamilton Heights-Sugar Hill Hamilton Heights-Sugar Hill sits in Manhattan, Precinct 30, District 7, AD 71, SD 30, Manhattan CB9.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Hamilton Heights-Sugar Hill
2SUV Collision on Saint Nicholas Avenue Injures Two▸Two men suffered elbow and arm bruises in a crash on Saint Nicholas Avenue. The driver was speeding. Both occupants wore seat belts and remained conscious. Multiple SUVs and a sedan were damaged in the collision near West 148 Street.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Saint Nicholas Avenue involving multiple vehicles, including SUVs and a sedan. Two male occupants, ages 29 and 26, were injured with contusions to their elbows and lower arms. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The driver of the SUV was traveling north and was cited for unsafe speed, which contributed to the collision. The impact damaged the right side doors of the moving SUV and the rear panels of parked vehicles. No ejections occurred. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary driver error. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Moped Driver Ejected in Manhattan Lane Change Crash▸A moped and SUV collided on West 155 Street in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Police cited improper passing and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were changing lanes at impact.
According to the police report, a moped and an SUV collided while both were changing lanes on West 155 Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Following Too Closely" as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its left rear quarter panel, while the moped impacted with its center front end. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The crash highlights dangerous lane changes and close following distances as key causes.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 61-year-old woman was struck at an intersection on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan made a left turn and hit her. She suffered a head injury and was semiconscious.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West 145 Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an unlicensed female driver in a 2003 Audi sedan made a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and was semiconscious but was not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash. The vehicle showed no damage. No safety equipment was noted for the pedestrian.
Pedestrian Injured Crossing West 141st Street▸A 29-year-old man was hit while crossing West 141st Street with the signal. The driver, traveling west, showed inattention and inexperience. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing West 141st Street at an intersection with the signal. The driver was traveling straight westbound and caused the collision due to inattention and inexperience. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The vehicle showed no damage from the impact. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing lawfully with the signal.
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
SUV Strikes Pedestrian on West 145 Street▸A 42-year-old woman was hit by an SUV on West 145 Street. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was going straight westbound. The pedestrian was off intersection, cause unknown. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2011 Jeep SUV traveling west on West 145 Street. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian was located off an intersection at the time of the crash and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaints of pain and nausea. The driver was licensed and proceeding straight ahead. No vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, and the pedestrian's actions remain unknown. The pedestrian was not wearing any noted safety equipment.
2Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Amsterdam Avenue▸A taxi struck the back of a stopped SUV on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. Two men inside the SUV suffered neck and back injuries, both conscious and wearing lap belts. The taxi driver followed too closely, causing the crash and whiplash injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue rear-ended a stopped SUV also heading north. The SUV had two male occupants: a 44-year-old driver and a 50-year-old front passenger. Both were injured, suffering whiplash and back or neck injuries, and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when struck. Both occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. The taxi's front left bumper hit the center back end of the SUV. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Broadway▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Broadway near West 143rd Street. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles damaged on right front and left rear panels.
According to the police report, a taxi entering a parked position on Broadway collided with a sedan traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 49-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors. The taxi impacted the left rear quarter panel of the sedan, damaging both vehicles. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights driver errors in close following and maneuvering near parked vehicles.
Al Taylor Supports Safety Boosting Removal of Derelict Cars▸A junked Mercedes sat outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office for weeks. After Streetsblog’s story, Sanitation hauled it away. Resident Wendy Frank had reported the car. She waits for action on more abandoned vehicles nearby. Danger lingers. Action came late.
On January 18, 2022, the Department of Sanitation removed a derelict car from outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office. The car had been abandoned for over two weeks. Streetsblog’s headline reads: "Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed." Harlem resident Wendy Frank reported the car to the 32nd Precinct in late December. She continues to press city agencies to clear other derelict and abandoned vehicles nearby. The Sanitation Department handles derelict cars, while NYPD deals with abandoned ones. Frank’s persistence forced action, but the city’s slow response leaves more hazards on Harlem streets. No council bill or formal vote was involved in this enforcement action.
-
Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-18
Al Taylor Criticized for Neglecting Abandoned Vehicle Safety▸A burnt, gutted Mercedes sat for weeks in a Harlem crosswalk. Residents reported it. The city stalled. Only after media pressure did police tag it for removal. The car blocked space meant for people. The system failed to protect vulnerable road users.
On January 17, 2022, Streetsblog NYC reported an abandoned, vandalized Mercedes-Benz left for three weeks on Frederick Douglass Boulevard between 147th and 148th streets. The car sat in a cross-hatched no-parking zone, blocking pedestrian space. Resident Wendy Frank filed complaints with the 32nd Precinct and 311, and alerted Assembly Member Al Taylor’s office. Taylor did not respond. The Department of Sanitation, after media inquiry, updated the complaint and police finally tagged the car for removal. The matter highlights civic dysfunction: 'This has become a problem for area residents and it is frustrating that the issue is not being addressed by the city and our elected representatives,' Frank said. The city’s slow response left vulnerable road users exposed to danger, showing systemic neglect.
-
Check Out This Abandoned Car in Harlem!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-17
Two men suffered elbow and arm bruises in a crash on Saint Nicholas Avenue. The driver was speeding. Both occupants wore seat belts and remained conscious. Multiple SUVs and a sedan were damaged in the collision near West 148 Street.
According to the police report, a crash occurred on Saint Nicholas Avenue involving multiple vehicles, including SUVs and a sedan. Two male occupants, ages 29 and 26, were injured with contusions to their elbows and lower arms. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The driver of the SUV was traveling north and was cited for unsafe speed, which contributed to the collision. The impact damaged the right side doors of the moving SUV and the rear panels of parked vehicles. No ejections occurred. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary driver error. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Moped Driver Ejected in Manhattan Lane Change Crash▸A moped and SUV collided on West 155 Street in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Police cited improper passing and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were changing lanes at impact.
According to the police report, a moped and an SUV collided while both were changing lanes on West 155 Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Following Too Closely" as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its left rear quarter panel, while the moped impacted with its center front end. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The crash highlights dangerous lane changes and close following distances as key causes.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 61-year-old woman was struck at an intersection on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan made a left turn and hit her. She suffered a head injury and was semiconscious.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West 145 Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an unlicensed female driver in a 2003 Audi sedan made a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and was semiconscious but was not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash. The vehicle showed no damage. No safety equipment was noted for the pedestrian.
Pedestrian Injured Crossing West 141st Street▸A 29-year-old man was hit while crossing West 141st Street with the signal. The driver, traveling west, showed inattention and inexperience. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing West 141st Street at an intersection with the signal. The driver was traveling straight westbound and caused the collision due to inattention and inexperience. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The vehicle showed no damage from the impact. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing lawfully with the signal.
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
SUV Strikes Pedestrian on West 145 Street▸A 42-year-old woman was hit by an SUV on West 145 Street. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was going straight westbound. The pedestrian was off intersection, cause unknown. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2011 Jeep SUV traveling west on West 145 Street. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian was located off an intersection at the time of the crash and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaints of pain and nausea. The driver was licensed and proceeding straight ahead. No vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, and the pedestrian's actions remain unknown. The pedestrian was not wearing any noted safety equipment.
2Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Amsterdam Avenue▸A taxi struck the back of a stopped SUV on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. Two men inside the SUV suffered neck and back injuries, both conscious and wearing lap belts. The taxi driver followed too closely, causing the crash and whiplash injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue rear-ended a stopped SUV also heading north. The SUV had two male occupants: a 44-year-old driver and a 50-year-old front passenger. Both were injured, suffering whiplash and back or neck injuries, and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when struck. Both occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. The taxi's front left bumper hit the center back end of the SUV. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Broadway▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Broadway near West 143rd Street. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles damaged on right front and left rear panels.
According to the police report, a taxi entering a parked position on Broadway collided with a sedan traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 49-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors. The taxi impacted the left rear quarter panel of the sedan, damaging both vehicles. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights driver errors in close following and maneuvering near parked vehicles.
Al Taylor Supports Safety Boosting Removal of Derelict Cars▸A junked Mercedes sat outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office for weeks. After Streetsblog’s story, Sanitation hauled it away. Resident Wendy Frank had reported the car. She waits for action on more abandoned vehicles nearby. Danger lingers. Action came late.
On January 18, 2022, the Department of Sanitation removed a derelict car from outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office. The car had been abandoned for over two weeks. Streetsblog’s headline reads: "Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed." Harlem resident Wendy Frank reported the car to the 32nd Precinct in late December. She continues to press city agencies to clear other derelict and abandoned vehicles nearby. The Sanitation Department handles derelict cars, while NYPD deals with abandoned ones. Frank’s persistence forced action, but the city’s slow response leaves more hazards on Harlem streets. No council bill or formal vote was involved in this enforcement action.
-
Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-18
Al Taylor Criticized for Neglecting Abandoned Vehicle Safety▸A burnt, gutted Mercedes sat for weeks in a Harlem crosswalk. Residents reported it. The city stalled. Only after media pressure did police tag it for removal. The car blocked space meant for people. The system failed to protect vulnerable road users.
On January 17, 2022, Streetsblog NYC reported an abandoned, vandalized Mercedes-Benz left for three weeks on Frederick Douglass Boulevard between 147th and 148th streets. The car sat in a cross-hatched no-parking zone, blocking pedestrian space. Resident Wendy Frank filed complaints with the 32nd Precinct and 311, and alerted Assembly Member Al Taylor’s office. Taylor did not respond. The Department of Sanitation, after media inquiry, updated the complaint and police finally tagged the car for removal. The matter highlights civic dysfunction: 'This has become a problem for area residents and it is frustrating that the issue is not being addressed by the city and our elected representatives,' Frank said. The city’s slow response left vulnerable road users exposed to danger, showing systemic neglect.
-
Check Out This Abandoned Car in Harlem!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-17
A moped and SUV collided on West 155 Street in Manhattan. The moped driver was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. Police cited improper passing and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles were changing lanes at impact.
According to the police report, a moped and an SUV collided while both were changing lanes on West 155 Street in Manhattan. The moped driver, a 41-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Following Too Closely" as contributing factors. The SUV struck the moped on its left rear quarter panel, while the moped impacted with its center front end. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time. The crash highlights dangerous lane changes and close following distances as key causes.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 61-year-old woman was struck at an intersection on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan made a left turn and hit her. She suffered a head injury and was semiconscious.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West 145 Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an unlicensed female driver in a 2003 Audi sedan made a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and was semiconscious but was not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash. The vehicle showed no damage. No safety equipment was noted for the pedestrian.
Pedestrian Injured Crossing West 141st Street▸A 29-year-old man was hit while crossing West 141st Street with the signal. The driver, traveling west, showed inattention and inexperience. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing West 141st Street at an intersection with the signal. The driver was traveling straight westbound and caused the collision due to inattention and inexperience. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The vehicle showed no damage from the impact. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing lawfully with the signal.
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
SUV Strikes Pedestrian on West 145 Street▸A 42-year-old woman was hit by an SUV on West 145 Street. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was going straight westbound. The pedestrian was off intersection, cause unknown. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2011 Jeep SUV traveling west on West 145 Street. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian was located off an intersection at the time of the crash and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaints of pain and nausea. The driver was licensed and proceeding straight ahead. No vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, and the pedestrian's actions remain unknown. The pedestrian was not wearing any noted safety equipment.
2Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Amsterdam Avenue▸A taxi struck the back of a stopped SUV on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. Two men inside the SUV suffered neck and back injuries, both conscious and wearing lap belts. The taxi driver followed too closely, causing the crash and whiplash injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue rear-ended a stopped SUV also heading north. The SUV had two male occupants: a 44-year-old driver and a 50-year-old front passenger. Both were injured, suffering whiplash and back or neck injuries, and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when struck. Both occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. The taxi's front left bumper hit the center back end of the SUV. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Broadway▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Broadway near West 143rd Street. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles damaged on right front and left rear panels.
According to the police report, a taxi entering a parked position on Broadway collided with a sedan traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 49-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors. The taxi impacted the left rear quarter panel of the sedan, damaging both vehicles. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights driver errors in close following and maneuvering near parked vehicles.
Al Taylor Supports Safety Boosting Removal of Derelict Cars▸A junked Mercedes sat outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office for weeks. After Streetsblog’s story, Sanitation hauled it away. Resident Wendy Frank had reported the car. She waits for action on more abandoned vehicles nearby. Danger lingers. Action came late.
On January 18, 2022, the Department of Sanitation removed a derelict car from outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office. The car had been abandoned for over two weeks. Streetsblog’s headline reads: "Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed." Harlem resident Wendy Frank reported the car to the 32nd Precinct in late December. She continues to press city agencies to clear other derelict and abandoned vehicles nearby. The Sanitation Department handles derelict cars, while NYPD deals with abandoned ones. Frank’s persistence forced action, but the city’s slow response leaves more hazards on Harlem streets. No council bill or formal vote was involved in this enforcement action.
-
Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-18
Al Taylor Criticized for Neglecting Abandoned Vehicle Safety▸A burnt, gutted Mercedes sat for weeks in a Harlem crosswalk. Residents reported it. The city stalled. Only after media pressure did police tag it for removal. The car blocked space meant for people. The system failed to protect vulnerable road users.
On January 17, 2022, Streetsblog NYC reported an abandoned, vandalized Mercedes-Benz left for three weeks on Frederick Douglass Boulevard between 147th and 148th streets. The car sat in a cross-hatched no-parking zone, blocking pedestrian space. Resident Wendy Frank filed complaints with the 32nd Precinct and 311, and alerted Assembly Member Al Taylor’s office. Taylor did not respond. The Department of Sanitation, after media inquiry, updated the complaint and police finally tagged the car for removal. The matter highlights civic dysfunction: 'This has become a problem for area residents and it is frustrating that the issue is not being addressed by the city and our elected representatives,' Frank said. The city’s slow response left vulnerable road users exposed to danger, showing systemic neglect.
-
Check Out This Abandoned Car in Harlem!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-17
A 61-year-old woman was struck at an intersection on West 145 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan made a left turn and hit her. She suffered a head injury and was semiconscious.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of West 145 Street and Broadway in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an unlicensed female driver in a 2003 Audi sedan made a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and was semiconscious but was not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash. The vehicle showed no damage. No safety equipment was noted for the pedestrian.
Pedestrian Injured Crossing West 141st Street▸A 29-year-old man was hit while crossing West 141st Street with the signal. The driver, traveling west, showed inattention and inexperience. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing West 141st Street at an intersection with the signal. The driver was traveling straight westbound and caused the collision due to inattention and inexperience. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The vehicle showed no damage from the impact. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing lawfully with the signal.
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
SUV Strikes Pedestrian on West 145 Street▸A 42-year-old woman was hit by an SUV on West 145 Street. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was going straight westbound. The pedestrian was off intersection, cause unknown. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2011 Jeep SUV traveling west on West 145 Street. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian was located off an intersection at the time of the crash and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaints of pain and nausea. The driver was licensed and proceeding straight ahead. No vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, and the pedestrian's actions remain unknown. The pedestrian was not wearing any noted safety equipment.
2Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Amsterdam Avenue▸A taxi struck the back of a stopped SUV on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. Two men inside the SUV suffered neck and back injuries, both conscious and wearing lap belts. The taxi driver followed too closely, causing the crash and whiplash injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue rear-ended a stopped SUV also heading north. The SUV had two male occupants: a 44-year-old driver and a 50-year-old front passenger. Both were injured, suffering whiplash and back or neck injuries, and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when struck. Both occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. The taxi's front left bumper hit the center back end of the SUV. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Broadway▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Broadway near West 143rd Street. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles damaged on right front and left rear panels.
According to the police report, a taxi entering a parked position on Broadway collided with a sedan traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 49-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors. The taxi impacted the left rear quarter panel of the sedan, damaging both vehicles. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights driver errors in close following and maneuvering near parked vehicles.
Al Taylor Supports Safety Boosting Removal of Derelict Cars▸A junked Mercedes sat outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office for weeks. After Streetsblog’s story, Sanitation hauled it away. Resident Wendy Frank had reported the car. She waits for action on more abandoned vehicles nearby. Danger lingers. Action came late.
On January 18, 2022, the Department of Sanitation removed a derelict car from outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office. The car had been abandoned for over two weeks. Streetsblog’s headline reads: "Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed." Harlem resident Wendy Frank reported the car to the 32nd Precinct in late December. She continues to press city agencies to clear other derelict and abandoned vehicles nearby. The Sanitation Department handles derelict cars, while NYPD deals with abandoned ones. Frank’s persistence forced action, but the city’s slow response leaves more hazards on Harlem streets. No council bill or formal vote was involved in this enforcement action.
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Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-18
Al Taylor Criticized for Neglecting Abandoned Vehicle Safety▸A burnt, gutted Mercedes sat for weeks in a Harlem crosswalk. Residents reported it. The city stalled. Only after media pressure did police tag it for removal. The car blocked space meant for people. The system failed to protect vulnerable road users.
On January 17, 2022, Streetsblog NYC reported an abandoned, vandalized Mercedes-Benz left for three weeks on Frederick Douglass Boulevard between 147th and 148th streets. The car sat in a cross-hatched no-parking zone, blocking pedestrian space. Resident Wendy Frank filed complaints with the 32nd Precinct and 311, and alerted Assembly Member Al Taylor’s office. Taylor did not respond. The Department of Sanitation, after media inquiry, updated the complaint and police finally tagged the car for removal. The matter highlights civic dysfunction: 'This has become a problem for area residents and it is frustrating that the issue is not being addressed by the city and our elected representatives,' Frank said. The city’s slow response left vulnerable road users exposed to danger, showing systemic neglect.
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Check Out This Abandoned Car in Harlem!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-17
A 29-year-old man was hit while crossing West 141st Street with the signal. The driver, traveling west, showed inattention and inexperience. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. No vehicle damage was reported.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing West 141st Street at an intersection with the signal. The driver was traveling straight westbound and caused the collision due to inattention and inexperience. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The vehicle showed no damage from the impact. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing lawfully with the signal.
S 5130Cleare votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
SUV Strikes Pedestrian on West 145 Street▸A 42-year-old woman was hit by an SUV on West 145 Street. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was going straight westbound. The pedestrian was off intersection, cause unknown. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2011 Jeep SUV traveling west on West 145 Street. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian was located off an intersection at the time of the crash and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaints of pain and nausea. The driver was licensed and proceeding straight ahead. No vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, and the pedestrian's actions remain unknown. The pedestrian was not wearing any noted safety equipment.
2Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Amsterdam Avenue▸A taxi struck the back of a stopped SUV on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. Two men inside the SUV suffered neck and back injuries, both conscious and wearing lap belts. The taxi driver followed too closely, causing the crash and whiplash injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue rear-ended a stopped SUV also heading north. The SUV had two male occupants: a 44-year-old driver and a 50-year-old front passenger. Both were injured, suffering whiplash and back or neck injuries, and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when struck. Both occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. The taxi's front left bumper hit the center back end of the SUV. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Broadway▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Broadway near West 143rd Street. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles damaged on right front and left rear panels.
According to the police report, a taxi entering a parked position on Broadway collided with a sedan traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 49-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors. The taxi impacted the left rear quarter panel of the sedan, damaging both vehicles. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights driver errors in close following and maneuvering near parked vehicles.
Al Taylor Supports Safety Boosting Removal of Derelict Cars▸A junked Mercedes sat outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office for weeks. After Streetsblog’s story, Sanitation hauled it away. Resident Wendy Frank had reported the car. She waits for action on more abandoned vehicles nearby. Danger lingers. Action came late.
On January 18, 2022, the Department of Sanitation removed a derelict car from outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office. The car had been abandoned for over two weeks. Streetsblog’s headline reads: "Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed." Harlem resident Wendy Frank reported the car to the 32nd Precinct in late December. She continues to press city agencies to clear other derelict and abandoned vehicles nearby. The Sanitation Department handles derelict cars, while NYPD deals with abandoned ones. Frank’s persistence forced action, but the city’s slow response leaves more hazards on Harlem streets. No council bill or formal vote was involved in this enforcement action.
-
Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-18
Al Taylor Criticized for Neglecting Abandoned Vehicle Safety▸A burnt, gutted Mercedes sat for weeks in a Harlem crosswalk. Residents reported it. The city stalled. Only after media pressure did police tag it for removal. The car blocked space meant for people. The system failed to protect vulnerable road users.
On January 17, 2022, Streetsblog NYC reported an abandoned, vandalized Mercedes-Benz left for three weeks on Frederick Douglass Boulevard between 147th and 148th streets. The car sat in a cross-hatched no-parking zone, blocking pedestrian space. Resident Wendy Frank filed complaints with the 32nd Precinct and 311, and alerted Assembly Member Al Taylor’s office. Taylor did not respond. The Department of Sanitation, after media inquiry, updated the complaint and police finally tagged the car for removal. The matter highlights civic dysfunction: 'This has become a problem for area residents and it is frustrating that the issue is not being addressed by the city and our elected representatives,' Frank said. The city’s slow response left vulnerable road users exposed to danger, showing systemic neglect.
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Check Out This Abandoned Car in Harlem!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-17
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
SUV Strikes Pedestrian on West 145 Street▸A 42-year-old woman was hit by an SUV on West 145 Street. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was going straight westbound. The pedestrian was off intersection, cause unknown. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2011 Jeep SUV traveling west on West 145 Street. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian was located off an intersection at the time of the crash and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaints of pain and nausea. The driver was licensed and proceeding straight ahead. No vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, and the pedestrian's actions remain unknown. The pedestrian was not wearing any noted safety equipment.
2Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Amsterdam Avenue▸A taxi struck the back of a stopped SUV on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. Two men inside the SUV suffered neck and back injuries, both conscious and wearing lap belts. The taxi driver followed too closely, causing the crash and whiplash injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue rear-ended a stopped SUV also heading north. The SUV had two male occupants: a 44-year-old driver and a 50-year-old front passenger. Both were injured, suffering whiplash and back or neck injuries, and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when struck. Both occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. The taxi's front left bumper hit the center back end of the SUV. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Broadway▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Broadway near West 143rd Street. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles damaged on right front and left rear panels.
According to the police report, a taxi entering a parked position on Broadway collided with a sedan traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 49-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors. The taxi impacted the left rear quarter panel of the sedan, damaging both vehicles. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights driver errors in close following and maneuvering near parked vehicles.
Al Taylor Supports Safety Boosting Removal of Derelict Cars▸A junked Mercedes sat outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office for weeks. After Streetsblog’s story, Sanitation hauled it away. Resident Wendy Frank had reported the car. She waits for action on more abandoned vehicles nearby. Danger lingers. Action came late.
On January 18, 2022, the Department of Sanitation removed a derelict car from outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office. The car had been abandoned for over two weeks. Streetsblog’s headline reads: "Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed." Harlem resident Wendy Frank reported the car to the 32nd Precinct in late December. She continues to press city agencies to clear other derelict and abandoned vehicles nearby. The Sanitation Department handles derelict cars, while NYPD deals with abandoned ones. Frank’s persistence forced action, but the city’s slow response leaves more hazards on Harlem streets. No council bill or formal vote was involved in this enforcement action.
-
Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-18
Al Taylor Criticized for Neglecting Abandoned Vehicle Safety▸A burnt, gutted Mercedes sat for weeks in a Harlem crosswalk. Residents reported it. The city stalled. Only after media pressure did police tag it for removal. The car blocked space meant for people. The system failed to protect vulnerable road users.
On January 17, 2022, Streetsblog NYC reported an abandoned, vandalized Mercedes-Benz left for three weeks on Frederick Douglass Boulevard between 147th and 148th streets. The car sat in a cross-hatched no-parking zone, blocking pedestrian space. Resident Wendy Frank filed complaints with the 32nd Precinct and 311, and alerted Assembly Member Al Taylor’s office. Taylor did not respond. The Department of Sanitation, after media inquiry, updated the complaint and police finally tagged the car for removal. The matter highlights civic dysfunction: 'This has become a problem for area residents and it is frustrating that the issue is not being addressed by the city and our elected representatives,' Frank said. The city’s slow response left vulnerable road users exposed to danger, showing systemic neglect.
-
Check Out This Abandoned Car in Harlem!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-17
A 42-year-old woman was hit by an SUV on West 145 Street. She suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was going straight westbound. The pedestrian was off intersection, cause unknown. No vehicle damage reported.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2011 Jeep SUV traveling west on West 145 Street. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian was located off an intersection at the time of the crash and suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in complaints of pain and nausea. The driver was licensed and proceeding straight ahead. No vehicle damage was recorded. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, and the pedestrian's actions remain unknown. The pedestrian was not wearing any noted safety equipment.
2Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Amsterdam Avenue▸A taxi struck the back of a stopped SUV on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. Two men inside the SUV suffered neck and back injuries, both conscious and wearing lap belts. The taxi driver followed too closely, causing the crash and whiplash injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue rear-ended a stopped SUV also heading north. The SUV had two male occupants: a 44-year-old driver and a 50-year-old front passenger. Both were injured, suffering whiplash and back or neck injuries, and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when struck. Both occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. The taxi's front left bumper hit the center back end of the SUV. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Broadway▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Broadway near West 143rd Street. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles damaged on right front and left rear panels.
According to the police report, a taxi entering a parked position on Broadway collided with a sedan traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 49-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors. The taxi impacted the left rear quarter panel of the sedan, damaging both vehicles. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights driver errors in close following and maneuvering near parked vehicles.
Al Taylor Supports Safety Boosting Removal of Derelict Cars▸A junked Mercedes sat outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office for weeks. After Streetsblog’s story, Sanitation hauled it away. Resident Wendy Frank had reported the car. She waits for action on more abandoned vehicles nearby. Danger lingers. Action came late.
On January 18, 2022, the Department of Sanitation removed a derelict car from outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office. The car had been abandoned for over two weeks. Streetsblog’s headline reads: "Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed." Harlem resident Wendy Frank reported the car to the 32nd Precinct in late December. She continues to press city agencies to clear other derelict and abandoned vehicles nearby. The Sanitation Department handles derelict cars, while NYPD deals with abandoned ones. Frank’s persistence forced action, but the city’s slow response leaves more hazards on Harlem streets. No council bill or formal vote was involved in this enforcement action.
-
Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-18
Al Taylor Criticized for Neglecting Abandoned Vehicle Safety▸A burnt, gutted Mercedes sat for weeks in a Harlem crosswalk. Residents reported it. The city stalled. Only after media pressure did police tag it for removal. The car blocked space meant for people. The system failed to protect vulnerable road users.
On January 17, 2022, Streetsblog NYC reported an abandoned, vandalized Mercedes-Benz left for three weeks on Frederick Douglass Boulevard between 147th and 148th streets. The car sat in a cross-hatched no-parking zone, blocking pedestrian space. Resident Wendy Frank filed complaints with the 32nd Precinct and 311, and alerted Assembly Member Al Taylor’s office. Taylor did not respond. The Department of Sanitation, after media inquiry, updated the complaint and police finally tagged the car for removal. The matter highlights civic dysfunction: 'This has become a problem for area residents and it is frustrating that the issue is not being addressed by the city and our elected representatives,' Frank said. The city’s slow response left vulnerable road users exposed to danger, showing systemic neglect.
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Check Out This Abandoned Car in Harlem!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-17
A taxi struck the back of a stopped SUV on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. Two men inside the SUV suffered neck and back injuries, both conscious and wearing lap belts. The taxi driver followed too closely, causing the crash and whiplash injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Amsterdam Avenue rear-ended a stopped SUV also heading north. The SUV had two male occupants: a 44-year-old driver and a 50-year-old front passenger. Both were injured, suffering whiplash and back or neck injuries, and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The SUV driver was stopped in traffic when struck. Both occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. The taxi's front left bumper hit the center back end of the SUV. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Taxi Rear-Ends Sedan on Broadway▸A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Broadway near West 143rd Street. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles damaged on right front and left rear panels.
According to the police report, a taxi entering a parked position on Broadway collided with a sedan traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 49-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors. The taxi impacted the left rear quarter panel of the sedan, damaging both vehicles. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights driver errors in close following and maneuvering near parked vehicles.
Al Taylor Supports Safety Boosting Removal of Derelict Cars▸A junked Mercedes sat outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office for weeks. After Streetsblog’s story, Sanitation hauled it away. Resident Wendy Frank had reported the car. She waits for action on more abandoned vehicles nearby. Danger lingers. Action came late.
On January 18, 2022, the Department of Sanitation removed a derelict car from outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office. The car had been abandoned for over two weeks. Streetsblog’s headline reads: "Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed." Harlem resident Wendy Frank reported the car to the 32nd Precinct in late December. She continues to press city agencies to clear other derelict and abandoned vehicles nearby. The Sanitation Department handles derelict cars, while NYPD deals with abandoned ones. Frank’s persistence forced action, but the city’s slow response leaves more hazards on Harlem streets. No council bill or formal vote was involved in this enforcement action.
-
Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-18
Al Taylor Criticized for Neglecting Abandoned Vehicle Safety▸A burnt, gutted Mercedes sat for weeks in a Harlem crosswalk. Residents reported it. The city stalled. Only after media pressure did police tag it for removal. The car blocked space meant for people. The system failed to protect vulnerable road users.
On January 17, 2022, Streetsblog NYC reported an abandoned, vandalized Mercedes-Benz left for three weeks on Frederick Douglass Boulevard between 147th and 148th streets. The car sat in a cross-hatched no-parking zone, blocking pedestrian space. Resident Wendy Frank filed complaints with the 32nd Precinct and 311, and alerted Assembly Member Al Taylor’s office. Taylor did not respond. The Department of Sanitation, after media inquiry, updated the complaint and police finally tagged the car for removal. The matter highlights civic dysfunction: 'This has become a problem for area residents and it is frustrating that the issue is not being addressed by the city and our elected representatives,' Frank said. The city’s slow response left vulnerable road users exposed to danger, showing systemic neglect.
-
Check Out This Abandoned Car in Harlem!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-17
A taxi struck a sedan from behind on Broadway near West 143rd Street. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inexperience and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles damaged on right front and left rear panels.
According to the police report, a taxi entering a parked position on Broadway collided with a sedan traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 49-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inexperience and following too closely as contributing factors. The taxi impacted the left rear quarter panel of the sedan, damaging both vehicles. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights driver errors in close following and maneuvering near parked vehicles.
Al Taylor Supports Safety Boosting Removal of Derelict Cars▸A junked Mercedes sat outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office for weeks. After Streetsblog’s story, Sanitation hauled it away. Resident Wendy Frank had reported the car. She waits for action on more abandoned vehicles nearby. Danger lingers. Action came late.
On January 18, 2022, the Department of Sanitation removed a derelict car from outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office. The car had been abandoned for over two weeks. Streetsblog’s headline reads: "Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed." Harlem resident Wendy Frank reported the car to the 32nd Precinct in late December. She continues to press city agencies to clear other derelict and abandoned vehicles nearby. The Sanitation Department handles derelict cars, while NYPD deals with abandoned ones. Frank’s persistence forced action, but the city’s slow response leaves more hazards on Harlem streets. No council bill or formal vote was involved in this enforcement action.
-
Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-18
Al Taylor Criticized for Neglecting Abandoned Vehicle Safety▸A burnt, gutted Mercedes sat for weeks in a Harlem crosswalk. Residents reported it. The city stalled. Only after media pressure did police tag it for removal. The car blocked space meant for people. The system failed to protect vulnerable road users.
On January 17, 2022, Streetsblog NYC reported an abandoned, vandalized Mercedes-Benz left for three weeks on Frederick Douglass Boulevard between 147th and 148th streets. The car sat in a cross-hatched no-parking zone, blocking pedestrian space. Resident Wendy Frank filed complaints with the 32nd Precinct and 311, and alerted Assembly Member Al Taylor’s office. Taylor did not respond. The Department of Sanitation, after media inquiry, updated the complaint and police finally tagged the car for removal. The matter highlights civic dysfunction: 'This has become a problem for area residents and it is frustrating that the issue is not being addressed by the city and our elected representatives,' Frank said. The city’s slow response left vulnerable road users exposed to danger, showing systemic neglect.
-
Check Out This Abandoned Car in Harlem!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-17
A junked Mercedes sat outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office for weeks. After Streetsblog’s story, Sanitation hauled it away. Resident Wendy Frank had reported the car. She waits for action on more abandoned vehicles nearby. Danger lingers. Action came late.
On January 18, 2022, the Department of Sanitation removed a derelict car from outside Assembly Member Al Taylor’s Harlem office. The car had been abandoned for over two weeks. Streetsblog’s headline reads: "Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed." Harlem resident Wendy Frank reported the car to the 32nd Precinct in late December. She continues to press city agencies to clear other derelict and abandoned vehicles nearby. The Sanitation Department handles derelict cars, while NYPD deals with abandoned ones. Frank’s persistence forced action, but the city’s slow response leaves more hazards on Harlem streets. No council bill or formal vote was involved in this enforcement action.
- Streetsblog Gets Action: That Derelict Car in Harlem Has Finally Been Removed, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-01-18
Al Taylor Criticized for Neglecting Abandoned Vehicle Safety▸A burnt, gutted Mercedes sat for weeks in a Harlem crosswalk. Residents reported it. The city stalled. Only after media pressure did police tag it for removal. The car blocked space meant for people. The system failed to protect vulnerable road users.
On January 17, 2022, Streetsblog NYC reported an abandoned, vandalized Mercedes-Benz left for three weeks on Frederick Douglass Boulevard between 147th and 148th streets. The car sat in a cross-hatched no-parking zone, blocking pedestrian space. Resident Wendy Frank filed complaints with the 32nd Precinct and 311, and alerted Assembly Member Al Taylor’s office. Taylor did not respond. The Department of Sanitation, after media inquiry, updated the complaint and police finally tagged the car for removal. The matter highlights civic dysfunction: 'This has become a problem for area residents and it is frustrating that the issue is not being addressed by the city and our elected representatives,' Frank said. The city’s slow response left vulnerable road users exposed to danger, showing systemic neglect.
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Check Out This Abandoned Car in Harlem!,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-01-17
A burnt, gutted Mercedes sat for weeks in a Harlem crosswalk. Residents reported it. The city stalled. Only after media pressure did police tag it for removal. The car blocked space meant for people. The system failed to protect vulnerable road users.
On January 17, 2022, Streetsblog NYC reported an abandoned, vandalized Mercedes-Benz left for three weeks on Frederick Douglass Boulevard between 147th and 148th streets. The car sat in a cross-hatched no-parking zone, blocking pedestrian space. Resident Wendy Frank filed complaints with the 32nd Precinct and 311, and alerted Assembly Member Al Taylor’s office. Taylor did not respond. The Department of Sanitation, after media inquiry, updated the complaint and police finally tagged the car for removal. The matter highlights civic dysfunction: 'This has become a problem for area residents and it is frustrating that the issue is not being addressed by the city and our elected representatives,' Frank said. The city’s slow response left vulnerable road users exposed to danger, showing systemic neglect.
- Check Out This Abandoned Car in Harlem!, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-01-17