Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Harlem (North)?
Harlem’s Streets Bleed—It’s Time to End the Killing Field
Harlem (North): Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 10, 2025
The Toll in Harlem (North)
A child’s shoe in the crosswalk. Blood on the curb. In the last twelve months, two people died and nine were seriously injured on the streets of Harlem (North). Another 261 were hurt. The dead include a three-year-old girl, struck by an SUV while crossing with the signal at Lenox and 135th. Her mother survived, injured and alone. The SUV was making a left turn. The girl was crossing with the light. The driver kept his license. The girl lost her life. NYC Open Data
A 59-year-old man on a bike was killed by a bus at Lenox and 138th. He was crushed. The bus kept going straight. The cyclist did not. NYC Open Data
Most victims are not in cars. They are walking. They are riding. They are children, elders, workers. They are not protected by steel or speed.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
Council Member Yusef Salaam has voted for laws to legalize jaywalking, co-sponsored bills for more protected bike lanes, and pushed for speed humps and safer crossings. He voted yes to let pedestrians cross where they need to, ending the city’s war on so-called jaywalkers. The law’s aim: streets for people, not just cars. The law requires the Department of Transportation to educate all road users about these new rights.
Salaam also co-sponsored a bill to force the city to build 100 miles of protected bike lanes each year. The bill’s summary is plain: protected lanes increase cycling and ensure the safety of New Yorkers.
But the danger does not wait for new paint. SUVs and cars still do the most harm. In this region, they killed one, seriously injured four, and hurt 166 more. Trucks and buses killed one and injured 18. Bikes and mopeds injured eight and five, but killed no one. NYC Open Data
The Disaster Is Slow, But It Is Not Fate
Every crash is a choice made upstream. Streets built for speed. Laws that let repeat speeders keep driving. These are not accidents.
Protected lanes increase cycling and ensure the safety of New Yorkers.
The law requires the Department of Transportation to educate all road users about these new rights.
What You Can Do
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand protected bike lanes. Demand action, not delay.
Every day you wait, someone else pays.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Unicyclist Critically Hurt In Park Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-02
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739974 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-10
- File Int 0346-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-09-26
- Car Fire Halts Lincoln Tunnel Traffic, New York Post, Published 2025-07-09
- Woman Killed By Train At Union Square, New York Post, Published 2025-07-03
- Two Killed By Trains In Manhattan, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-02
- Bus Crash Shuts Down Port Authority, ABC7, Published 2025-07-02
- Unicyclist Critically Hurt In Park Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-02
- File S 9718, Open States, Published 2024-06-03
- Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-20
- Hunger Strike Day 2: Gov. Hochul is ‘Sympathetic,’ But Won’t Pressure Heastie on Sammy’s Law, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-07
Other Representatives
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163 W. 125th St. Suite 911, New York, NY 10027
Room 532, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 9
163 Lenox Avenue, New York, NY 10026
212-678-4505
250 Broadway, Suite 1776, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7397
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
Harlem (North) Harlem (North) sits in Manhattan, Precinct 32, District 9, AD 70, SD 30, Manhattan CB10.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Harlem (North)
SUV Rear-Ends SUV on Harlem River Drive▸Two SUVs collided on Harlem River Drive. Both vehicles were traveling north. The rear SUV struck the front SUV’s center back end. A 47-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling north on Harlem River Drive collided when the rear SUV struck the center back end of the front SUV. The 47-year-old female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s role in the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused damage to the center front end of the rear SUV and the center back end of the front SUV. Driver errors such as failure to maintain distance or inattention may be implied but are not specified in the report.
E-Scooter Rider Severely Injured Striking Bus▸A woman on an e-scooter hit the front of a bus on 8th Avenue. Her leg split open. Blood marked the street. The bus stood still, untouched. She stayed conscious. No one else was hurt. The city swallowed the noise.
A crash on 8th Avenue left a 40-year-old woman riding an e-scooter with severe leg lacerations after she struck the front of a bus. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-scooter struck the front of a bus. She stayed awake. Her leg split open. Blood on the pavement. The bus stood still, unmarked. No one else was hurt.' The bus, driven by a 43-year-old man, showed no damage and no injuries were reported for the driver or any passengers. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor in the crash.
11-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Manhattan Avenue▸An 11-year-old girl was struck while crossing Saint Nicholas Avenue at West 141st Street. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The child was conscious at the scene. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Saint Nicholas Avenue and West 141st Street in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The child sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle actions were provided. The pedestrian was not ejected and no safety equipment or other factors were noted.
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
Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on 8 Avenue▸A 52-year-old woman was struck while crossing 8 Avenue with the signal. The sedan was making a left turn southbound. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 8 Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near West 131 Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, but it showed no damage. No driver errors were explicitly listed in the report, and the pedestrian was not ejected and remained conscious. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were unspecified. The report does not indicate any helmet or signaling issues.
Sedan Hits E-Scooter on West 134 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck an e-scooter traveling north on West 134 Street. The e-scooter driver suffered a head abrasion and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the sedan driver as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east made a left turn and collided with an e-scooter going straight north on West 134 Street. The e-scooter driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a head abrasion and experienced shock. The sedan driver was cited for unsafe speed and improper passing or lane usage. The point of impact was the sedan's right side doors and the e-scooter's center front end. The report lists contributing factors as unsafe speed and pedestrian/bicyclist confusion, but the primary driver errors were unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and wore unknown safety equipment.
Taxi and Sedan Collide on Edgecombe Avenue▸A taxi and a sedan crashed head-on on Edgecombe Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and lane changing as factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on Edgecombe Avenue near West 139 Street in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling southwest and impacted at their center front ends. The sedan's left front bumper and the taxi's right front bumper were damaged. The taxi driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide at West 154 Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed in Manhattan’s 10039 zip code. One driver suffered a head injury and shock. The collision involved obstructed views and unsafe speed. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided near West 154 Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV, a 42-year-old man wearing a lap belt, sustained a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was licensed; the other was unlicensed. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other, causing damage to the front and right side doors. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea but was not ejected from the vehicle.
Bus Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old boy was struck by a southbound bus on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and shock. The bus showed no damage. Driver inattention and passing too closely caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a bus traveling south on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and passing too closely as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The bus had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact, which occurred at the right front bumper. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or helmet use by the pedestrian.
Unlicensed Driver Injures Self in Manhattan Crash▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and shock after a collision involving two sedans and a taxi in Manhattan. The unlicensed driver was injured when his vehicle struck a parked sedan and taxi. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a crash occurred in Manhattan involving a 19-year-old male driver who was injured. The collision involved two sedans and a taxi, all traveling north. The unlicensed driver was entering a parked position when the crash happened, impacting the left front bumper of a parked sedan and the left rear quarter panel of a taxi. The injured driver suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding and was not ejected from the vehicle. Contributing factors listed include driver inexperience and other vehicular causes. The report notes the driver held only a permit and was unlicensed. No victim fault or helmet use is mentioned.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Lenox Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car struck him. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Lenox Avenue struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle was making a left turn at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The crash highlights the driver's failure to yield and distraction as key causes.
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child on Harlem River Drive▸Two sedans crashed on Harlem River Drive. Speed killed control. A 10-year-old boy in the back seat took the blow. He left bruised, shaken, but alive. Metal twisted. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided while heading north on Harlem River Drive. A 10-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat suffered full-body contusions and bruises. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash involved a 2018 Acura and a 2020 Nissan, both traveling straight before impact. The Acura took front-end damage; the Nissan was struck in the rear. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
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
Two Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Two SUVs collided on Harlem River Drive. Both vehicles were traveling north. The rear SUV struck the front SUV’s center back end. A 47-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two SUVs traveling north on Harlem River Drive collided when the rear SUV struck the center back end of the front SUV. The 47-year-old female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver’s role in the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused damage to the center front end of the rear SUV and the center back end of the front SUV. Driver errors such as failure to maintain distance or inattention may be implied but are not specified in the report.
E-Scooter Rider Severely Injured Striking Bus▸A woman on an e-scooter hit the front of a bus on 8th Avenue. Her leg split open. Blood marked the street. The bus stood still, untouched. She stayed conscious. No one else was hurt. The city swallowed the noise.
A crash on 8th Avenue left a 40-year-old woman riding an e-scooter with severe leg lacerations after she struck the front of a bus. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-scooter struck the front of a bus. She stayed awake. Her leg split open. Blood on the pavement. The bus stood still, unmarked. No one else was hurt.' The bus, driven by a 43-year-old man, showed no damage and no injuries were reported for the driver or any passengers. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor in the crash.
11-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Manhattan Avenue▸An 11-year-old girl was struck while crossing Saint Nicholas Avenue at West 141st Street. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The child was conscious at the scene. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Saint Nicholas Avenue and West 141st Street in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The child sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle actions were provided. The pedestrian was not ejected and no safety equipment or other factors were noted.
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
Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on 8 Avenue▸A 52-year-old woman was struck while crossing 8 Avenue with the signal. The sedan was making a left turn southbound. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 8 Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near West 131 Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, but it showed no damage. No driver errors were explicitly listed in the report, and the pedestrian was not ejected and remained conscious. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were unspecified. The report does not indicate any helmet or signaling issues.
Sedan Hits E-Scooter on West 134 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck an e-scooter traveling north on West 134 Street. The e-scooter driver suffered a head abrasion and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the sedan driver as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east made a left turn and collided with an e-scooter going straight north on West 134 Street. The e-scooter driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a head abrasion and experienced shock. The sedan driver was cited for unsafe speed and improper passing or lane usage. The point of impact was the sedan's right side doors and the e-scooter's center front end. The report lists contributing factors as unsafe speed and pedestrian/bicyclist confusion, but the primary driver errors were unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and wore unknown safety equipment.
Taxi and Sedan Collide on Edgecombe Avenue▸A taxi and a sedan crashed head-on on Edgecombe Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and lane changing as factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on Edgecombe Avenue near West 139 Street in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling southwest and impacted at their center front ends. The sedan's left front bumper and the taxi's right front bumper were damaged. The taxi driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide at West 154 Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed in Manhattan’s 10039 zip code. One driver suffered a head injury and shock. The collision involved obstructed views and unsafe speed. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided near West 154 Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV, a 42-year-old man wearing a lap belt, sustained a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was licensed; the other was unlicensed. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other, causing damage to the front and right side doors. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea but was not ejected from the vehicle.
Bus Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old boy was struck by a southbound bus on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and shock. The bus showed no damage. Driver inattention and passing too closely caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a bus traveling south on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and passing too closely as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The bus had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact, which occurred at the right front bumper. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or helmet use by the pedestrian.
Unlicensed Driver Injures Self in Manhattan Crash▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and shock after a collision involving two sedans and a taxi in Manhattan. The unlicensed driver was injured when his vehicle struck a parked sedan and taxi. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a crash occurred in Manhattan involving a 19-year-old male driver who was injured. The collision involved two sedans and a taxi, all traveling north. The unlicensed driver was entering a parked position when the crash happened, impacting the left front bumper of a parked sedan and the left rear quarter panel of a taxi. The injured driver suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding and was not ejected from the vehicle. Contributing factors listed include driver inexperience and other vehicular causes. The report notes the driver held only a permit and was unlicensed. No victim fault or helmet use is mentioned.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Lenox Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car struck him. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Lenox Avenue struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle was making a left turn at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The crash highlights the driver's failure to yield and distraction as key causes.
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child on Harlem River Drive▸Two sedans crashed on Harlem River Drive. Speed killed control. A 10-year-old boy in the back seat took the blow. He left bruised, shaken, but alive. Metal twisted. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided while heading north on Harlem River Drive. A 10-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat suffered full-body contusions and bruises. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash involved a 2018 Acura and a 2020 Nissan, both traveling straight before impact. The Acura took front-end damage; the Nissan was struck in the rear. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
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 Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A woman on an e-scooter hit the front of a bus on 8th Avenue. Her leg split open. Blood marked the street. The bus stood still, untouched. She stayed conscious. No one else was hurt. The city swallowed the noise.
A crash on 8th Avenue left a 40-year-old woman riding an e-scooter with severe leg lacerations after she struck the front of a bus. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-scooter struck the front of a bus. She stayed awake. Her leg split open. Blood on the pavement. The bus stood still, unmarked. No one else was hurt.' The bus, driven by a 43-year-old man, showed no damage and no injuries were reported for the driver or any passengers. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor in the crash.
11-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing Manhattan Avenue▸An 11-year-old girl was struck while crossing Saint Nicholas Avenue at West 141st Street. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The child was conscious at the scene. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Saint Nicholas Avenue and West 141st Street in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The child sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle actions were provided. The pedestrian was not ejected and no safety equipment or other factors were noted.
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
Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on 8 Avenue▸A 52-year-old woman was struck while crossing 8 Avenue with the signal. The sedan was making a left turn southbound. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 8 Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near West 131 Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, but it showed no damage. No driver errors were explicitly listed in the report, and the pedestrian was not ejected and remained conscious. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were unspecified. The report does not indicate any helmet or signaling issues.
Sedan Hits E-Scooter on West 134 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck an e-scooter traveling north on West 134 Street. The e-scooter driver suffered a head abrasion and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the sedan driver as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east made a left turn and collided with an e-scooter going straight north on West 134 Street. The e-scooter driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a head abrasion and experienced shock. The sedan driver was cited for unsafe speed and improper passing or lane usage. The point of impact was the sedan's right side doors and the e-scooter's center front end. The report lists contributing factors as unsafe speed and pedestrian/bicyclist confusion, but the primary driver errors were unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and wore unknown safety equipment.
Taxi and Sedan Collide on Edgecombe Avenue▸A taxi and a sedan crashed head-on on Edgecombe Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and lane changing as factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on Edgecombe Avenue near West 139 Street in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling southwest and impacted at their center front ends. The sedan's left front bumper and the taxi's right front bumper were damaged. The taxi driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide at West 154 Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed in Manhattan’s 10039 zip code. One driver suffered a head injury and shock. The collision involved obstructed views and unsafe speed. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided near West 154 Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV, a 42-year-old man wearing a lap belt, sustained a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was licensed; the other was unlicensed. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other, causing damage to the front and right side doors. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea but was not ejected from the vehicle.
Bus Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old boy was struck by a southbound bus on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and shock. The bus showed no damage. Driver inattention and passing too closely caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a bus traveling south on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and passing too closely as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The bus had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact, which occurred at the right front bumper. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or helmet use by the pedestrian.
Unlicensed Driver Injures Self in Manhattan Crash▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and shock after a collision involving two sedans and a taxi in Manhattan. The unlicensed driver was injured when his vehicle struck a parked sedan and taxi. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a crash occurred in Manhattan involving a 19-year-old male driver who was injured. The collision involved two sedans and a taxi, all traveling north. The unlicensed driver was entering a parked position when the crash happened, impacting the left front bumper of a parked sedan and the left rear quarter panel of a taxi. The injured driver suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding and was not ejected from the vehicle. Contributing factors listed include driver inexperience and other vehicular causes. The report notes the driver held only a permit and was unlicensed. No victim fault or helmet use is mentioned.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Lenox Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car struck him. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Lenox Avenue struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle was making a left turn at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The crash highlights the driver's failure to yield and distraction as key causes.
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child on Harlem River Drive▸Two sedans crashed on Harlem River Drive. Speed killed control. A 10-year-old boy in the back seat took the blow. He left bruised, shaken, but alive. Metal twisted. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided while heading north on Harlem River Drive. A 10-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat suffered full-body contusions and bruises. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash involved a 2018 Acura and a 2020 Nissan, both traveling straight before impact. The Acura took front-end damage; the Nissan was struck in the rear. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
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
Two Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
An 11-year-old girl was struck while crossing Saint Nicholas Avenue at West 141st Street. She suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The child was conscious at the scene. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Saint Nicholas Avenue and West 141st Street in Manhattan. She was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The child sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The vehicle involved is unspecified, and no details about the driver or vehicle actions were provided. The pedestrian was not ejected and no safety equipment or other factors were noted.
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
Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on 8 Avenue▸A 52-year-old woman was struck while crossing 8 Avenue with the signal. The sedan was making a left turn southbound. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 8 Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near West 131 Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, but it showed no damage. No driver errors were explicitly listed in the report, and the pedestrian was not ejected and remained conscious. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were unspecified. The report does not indicate any helmet or signaling issues.
Sedan Hits E-Scooter on West 134 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck an e-scooter traveling north on West 134 Street. The e-scooter driver suffered a head abrasion and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the sedan driver as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east made a left turn and collided with an e-scooter going straight north on West 134 Street. The e-scooter driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a head abrasion and experienced shock. The sedan driver was cited for unsafe speed and improper passing or lane usage. The point of impact was the sedan's right side doors and the e-scooter's center front end. The report lists contributing factors as unsafe speed and pedestrian/bicyclist confusion, but the primary driver errors were unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and wore unknown safety equipment.
Taxi and Sedan Collide on Edgecombe Avenue▸A taxi and a sedan crashed head-on on Edgecombe Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and lane changing as factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on Edgecombe Avenue near West 139 Street in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling southwest and impacted at their center front ends. The sedan's left front bumper and the taxi's right front bumper were damaged. The taxi driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide at West 154 Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed in Manhattan’s 10039 zip code. One driver suffered a head injury and shock. The collision involved obstructed views and unsafe speed. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided near West 154 Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV, a 42-year-old man wearing a lap belt, sustained a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was licensed; the other was unlicensed. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other, causing damage to the front and right side doors. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea but was not ejected from the vehicle.
Bus Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old boy was struck by a southbound bus on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and shock. The bus showed no damage. Driver inattention and passing too closely caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a bus traveling south on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and passing too closely as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The bus had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact, which occurred at the right front bumper. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or helmet use by the pedestrian.
Unlicensed Driver Injures Self in Manhattan Crash▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and shock after a collision involving two sedans and a taxi in Manhattan. The unlicensed driver was injured when his vehicle struck a parked sedan and taxi. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a crash occurred in Manhattan involving a 19-year-old male driver who was injured. The collision involved two sedans and a taxi, all traveling north. The unlicensed driver was entering a parked position when the crash happened, impacting the left front bumper of a parked sedan and the left rear quarter panel of a taxi. The injured driver suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding and was not ejected from the vehicle. Contributing factors listed include driver inexperience and other vehicular causes. The report notes the driver held only a permit and was unlicensed. No victim fault or helmet use is mentioned.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Lenox Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car struck him. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Lenox Avenue struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle was making a left turn at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The crash highlights the driver's failure to yield and distraction as key causes.
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child on Harlem River Drive▸Two sedans crashed on Harlem River Drive. Speed killed control. A 10-year-old boy in the back seat took the blow. He left bruised, shaken, but alive. Metal twisted. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided while heading north on Harlem River Drive. A 10-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat suffered full-body contusions and bruises. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash involved a 2018 Acura and a 2020 Nissan, both traveling straight before impact. The Acura took front-end damage; the Nissan was struck in the rear. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
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
Two Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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
Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal on 8 Avenue▸A 52-year-old woman was struck while crossing 8 Avenue with the signal. The sedan was making a left turn southbound. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 8 Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near West 131 Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, but it showed no damage. No driver errors were explicitly listed in the report, and the pedestrian was not ejected and remained conscious. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were unspecified. The report does not indicate any helmet or signaling issues.
Sedan Hits E-Scooter on West 134 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck an e-scooter traveling north on West 134 Street. The e-scooter driver suffered a head abrasion and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the sedan driver as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east made a left turn and collided with an e-scooter going straight north on West 134 Street. The e-scooter driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a head abrasion and experienced shock. The sedan driver was cited for unsafe speed and improper passing or lane usage. The point of impact was the sedan's right side doors and the e-scooter's center front end. The report lists contributing factors as unsafe speed and pedestrian/bicyclist confusion, but the primary driver errors were unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and wore unknown safety equipment.
Taxi and Sedan Collide on Edgecombe Avenue▸A taxi and a sedan crashed head-on on Edgecombe Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and lane changing as factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on Edgecombe Avenue near West 139 Street in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling southwest and impacted at their center front ends. The sedan's left front bumper and the taxi's right front bumper were damaged. The taxi driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide at West 154 Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed in Manhattan’s 10039 zip code. One driver suffered a head injury and shock. The collision involved obstructed views and unsafe speed. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided near West 154 Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV, a 42-year-old man wearing a lap belt, sustained a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was licensed; the other was unlicensed. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other, causing damage to the front and right side doors. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea but was not ejected from the vehicle.
Bus Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old boy was struck by a southbound bus on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and shock. The bus showed no damage. Driver inattention and passing too closely caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a bus traveling south on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and passing too closely as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The bus had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact, which occurred at the right front bumper. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or helmet use by the pedestrian.
Unlicensed Driver Injures Self in Manhattan Crash▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and shock after a collision involving two sedans and a taxi in Manhattan. The unlicensed driver was injured when his vehicle struck a parked sedan and taxi. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a crash occurred in Manhattan involving a 19-year-old male driver who was injured. The collision involved two sedans and a taxi, all traveling north. The unlicensed driver was entering a parked position when the crash happened, impacting the left front bumper of a parked sedan and the left rear quarter panel of a taxi. The injured driver suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding and was not ejected from the vehicle. Contributing factors listed include driver inexperience and other vehicular causes. The report notes the driver held only a permit and was unlicensed. No victim fault or helmet use is mentioned.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Lenox Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car struck him. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Lenox Avenue struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle was making a left turn at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The crash highlights the driver's failure to yield and distraction as key causes.
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child on Harlem River Drive▸Two sedans crashed on Harlem River Drive. Speed killed control. A 10-year-old boy in the back seat took the blow. He left bruised, shaken, but alive. Metal twisted. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided while heading north on Harlem River Drive. A 10-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat suffered full-body contusions and bruises. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash involved a 2018 Acura and a 2020 Nissan, both traveling straight before impact. The Acura took front-end damage; the Nissan was struck in the rear. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
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
Two Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 52-year-old woman was struck while crossing 8 Avenue with the signal. The sedan was making a left turn southbound. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 8 Avenue was making a left turn when it struck a 52-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near West 131 Street. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end, but it showed no damage. No driver errors were explicitly listed in the report, and the pedestrian was not ejected and remained conscious. Contributing factors for the pedestrian were unspecified. The report does not indicate any helmet or signaling issues.
Sedan Hits E-Scooter on West 134 Street▸A sedan making a left turn struck an e-scooter traveling north on West 134 Street. The e-scooter driver suffered a head abrasion and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the sedan driver as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east made a left turn and collided with an e-scooter going straight north on West 134 Street. The e-scooter driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a head abrasion and experienced shock. The sedan driver was cited for unsafe speed and improper passing or lane usage. The point of impact was the sedan's right side doors and the e-scooter's center front end. The report lists contributing factors as unsafe speed and pedestrian/bicyclist confusion, but the primary driver errors were unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and wore unknown safety equipment.
Taxi and Sedan Collide on Edgecombe Avenue▸A taxi and a sedan crashed head-on on Edgecombe Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and lane changing as factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on Edgecombe Avenue near West 139 Street in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling southwest and impacted at their center front ends. The sedan's left front bumper and the taxi's right front bumper were damaged. The taxi driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide at West 154 Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed in Manhattan’s 10039 zip code. One driver suffered a head injury and shock. The collision involved obstructed views and unsafe speed. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided near West 154 Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV, a 42-year-old man wearing a lap belt, sustained a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was licensed; the other was unlicensed. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other, causing damage to the front and right side doors. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea but was not ejected from the vehicle.
Bus Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old boy was struck by a southbound bus on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and shock. The bus showed no damage. Driver inattention and passing too closely caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a bus traveling south on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and passing too closely as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The bus had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact, which occurred at the right front bumper. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or helmet use by the pedestrian.
Unlicensed Driver Injures Self in Manhattan Crash▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and shock after a collision involving two sedans and a taxi in Manhattan. The unlicensed driver was injured when his vehicle struck a parked sedan and taxi. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a crash occurred in Manhattan involving a 19-year-old male driver who was injured. The collision involved two sedans and a taxi, all traveling north. The unlicensed driver was entering a parked position when the crash happened, impacting the left front bumper of a parked sedan and the left rear quarter panel of a taxi. The injured driver suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding and was not ejected from the vehicle. Contributing factors listed include driver inexperience and other vehicular causes. The report notes the driver held only a permit and was unlicensed. No victim fault or helmet use is mentioned.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Lenox Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car struck him. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Lenox Avenue struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle was making a left turn at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The crash highlights the driver's failure to yield and distraction as key causes.
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child on Harlem River Drive▸Two sedans crashed on Harlem River Drive. Speed killed control. A 10-year-old boy in the back seat took the blow. He left bruised, shaken, but alive. Metal twisted. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided while heading north on Harlem River Drive. A 10-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat suffered full-body contusions and bruises. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash involved a 2018 Acura and a 2020 Nissan, both traveling straight before impact. The Acura took front-end damage; the Nissan was struck in the rear. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
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
Two Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A sedan making a left turn struck an e-scooter traveling north on West 134 Street. The e-scooter driver suffered a head abrasion and shock. Police cited unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the sedan driver as factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east made a left turn and collided with an e-scooter going straight north on West 134 Street. The e-scooter driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a head abrasion and experienced shock. The sedan driver was cited for unsafe speed and improper passing or lane usage. The point of impact was the sedan's right side doors and the e-scooter's center front end. The report lists contributing factors as unsafe speed and pedestrian/bicyclist confusion, but the primary driver errors were unsafe speed and improper lane usage by the sedan driver. The e-scooter driver was not ejected and wore unknown safety equipment.
Taxi and Sedan Collide on Edgecombe Avenue▸A taxi and a sedan crashed head-on on Edgecombe Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and lane changing as factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on Edgecombe Avenue near West 139 Street in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling southwest and impacted at their center front ends. The sedan's left front bumper and the taxi's right front bumper were damaged. The taxi driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide at West 154 Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed in Manhattan’s 10039 zip code. One driver suffered a head injury and shock. The collision involved obstructed views and unsafe speed. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided near West 154 Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV, a 42-year-old man wearing a lap belt, sustained a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was licensed; the other was unlicensed. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other, causing damage to the front and right side doors. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea but was not ejected from the vehicle.
Bus Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old boy was struck by a southbound bus on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and shock. The bus showed no damage. Driver inattention and passing too closely caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a bus traveling south on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and passing too closely as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The bus had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact, which occurred at the right front bumper. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or helmet use by the pedestrian.
Unlicensed Driver Injures Self in Manhattan Crash▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and shock after a collision involving two sedans and a taxi in Manhattan. The unlicensed driver was injured when his vehicle struck a parked sedan and taxi. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a crash occurred in Manhattan involving a 19-year-old male driver who was injured. The collision involved two sedans and a taxi, all traveling north. The unlicensed driver was entering a parked position when the crash happened, impacting the left front bumper of a parked sedan and the left rear quarter panel of a taxi. The injured driver suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding and was not ejected from the vehicle. Contributing factors listed include driver inexperience and other vehicular causes. The report notes the driver held only a permit and was unlicensed. No victim fault or helmet use is mentioned.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Lenox Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car struck him. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Lenox Avenue struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle was making a left turn at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The crash highlights the driver's failure to yield and distraction as key causes.
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child on Harlem River Drive▸Two sedans crashed on Harlem River Drive. Speed killed control. A 10-year-old boy in the back seat took the blow. He left bruised, shaken, but alive. Metal twisted. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided while heading north on Harlem River Drive. A 10-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat suffered full-body contusions and bruises. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash involved a 2018 Acura and a 2020 Nissan, both traveling straight before impact. The Acura took front-end damage; the Nissan was struck in the rear. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
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
Two Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A taxi and a sedan crashed head-on on Edgecombe Avenue in Manhattan. The sedan driver, 68, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and lane changing as factors. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
According to the police report, a taxi and a sedan collided on Edgecombe Avenue near West 139 Street in Manhattan. The sedan driver, a 68-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling southwest and impacted at their center front ends. The sedan's left front bumper and the taxi's right front bumper were damaged. The taxi driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.
SUVs Collide at West 154 Street Intersection▸Two SUVs crashed in Manhattan’s 10039 zip code. One driver suffered a head injury and shock. The collision involved obstructed views and unsafe speed. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided near West 154 Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV, a 42-year-old man wearing a lap belt, sustained a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was licensed; the other was unlicensed. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other, causing damage to the front and right side doors. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea but was not ejected from the vehicle.
Bus Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old boy was struck by a southbound bus on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and shock. The bus showed no damage. Driver inattention and passing too closely caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a bus traveling south on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and passing too closely as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The bus had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact, which occurred at the right front bumper. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or helmet use by the pedestrian.
Unlicensed Driver Injures Self in Manhattan Crash▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and shock after a collision involving two sedans and a taxi in Manhattan. The unlicensed driver was injured when his vehicle struck a parked sedan and taxi. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a crash occurred in Manhattan involving a 19-year-old male driver who was injured. The collision involved two sedans and a taxi, all traveling north. The unlicensed driver was entering a parked position when the crash happened, impacting the left front bumper of a parked sedan and the left rear quarter panel of a taxi. The injured driver suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding and was not ejected from the vehicle. Contributing factors listed include driver inexperience and other vehicular causes. The report notes the driver held only a permit and was unlicensed. No victim fault or helmet use is mentioned.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Lenox Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car struck him. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Lenox Avenue struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle was making a left turn at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The crash highlights the driver's failure to yield and distraction as key causes.
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child on Harlem River Drive▸Two sedans crashed on Harlem River Drive. Speed killed control. A 10-year-old boy in the back seat took the blow. He left bruised, shaken, but alive. Metal twisted. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided while heading north on Harlem River Drive. A 10-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat suffered full-body contusions and bruises. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash involved a 2018 Acura and a 2020 Nissan, both traveling straight before impact. The Acura took front-end damage; the Nissan was struck in the rear. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
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
Two Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Two SUVs crashed in Manhattan’s 10039 zip code. One driver suffered a head injury and shock. The collision involved obstructed views and unsafe speed. One driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided near West 154 Street in Manhattan. The driver of one SUV, a 42-year-old man wearing a lap belt, sustained a head injury and was in shock. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. One driver was licensed; the other was unlicensed. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the right front bumper of the other, causing damage to the front and right side doors. The injured driver complained of pain and nausea but was not ejected from the vehicle.
Bus Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old boy was struck by a southbound bus on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and shock. The bus showed no damage. Driver inattention and passing too closely caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a bus traveling south on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and passing too closely as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The bus had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact, which occurred at the right front bumper. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or helmet use by the pedestrian.
Unlicensed Driver Injures Self in Manhattan Crash▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and shock after a collision involving two sedans and a taxi in Manhattan. The unlicensed driver was injured when his vehicle struck a parked sedan and taxi. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a crash occurred in Manhattan involving a 19-year-old male driver who was injured. The collision involved two sedans and a taxi, all traveling north. The unlicensed driver was entering a parked position when the crash happened, impacting the left front bumper of a parked sedan and the left rear quarter panel of a taxi. The injured driver suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding and was not ejected from the vehicle. Contributing factors listed include driver inexperience and other vehicular causes. The report notes the driver held only a permit and was unlicensed. No victim fault or helmet use is mentioned.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Lenox Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car struck him. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Lenox Avenue struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle was making a left turn at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The crash highlights the driver's failure to yield and distraction as key causes.
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child on Harlem River Drive▸Two sedans crashed on Harlem River Drive. Speed killed control. A 10-year-old boy in the back seat took the blow. He left bruised, shaken, but alive. Metal twisted. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided while heading north on Harlem River Drive. A 10-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat suffered full-body contusions and bruises. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash involved a 2018 Acura and a 2020 Nissan, both traveling straight before impact. The Acura took front-end damage; the Nissan was struck in the rear. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
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
Two Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 14-year-old boy was struck by a southbound bus on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and shock. The bus showed no damage. Driver inattention and passing too closely caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being hit by a bus traveling south on 7 Avenue near West 129 Street in Manhattan. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and passing too closely as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was in shock. The bus had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact, which occurred at the right front bumper. The report does not indicate any safety equipment or helmet use by the pedestrian.
Unlicensed Driver Injures Self in Manhattan Crash▸A 19-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and shock after a collision involving two sedans and a taxi in Manhattan. The unlicensed driver was injured when his vehicle struck a parked sedan and taxi. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a crash occurred in Manhattan involving a 19-year-old male driver who was injured. The collision involved two sedans and a taxi, all traveling north. The unlicensed driver was entering a parked position when the crash happened, impacting the left front bumper of a parked sedan and the left rear quarter panel of a taxi. The injured driver suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding and was not ejected from the vehicle. Contributing factors listed include driver inexperience and other vehicular causes. The report notes the driver held only a permit and was unlicensed. No victim fault or helmet use is mentioned.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Lenox Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car struck him. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Lenox Avenue struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle was making a left turn at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The crash highlights the driver's failure to yield and distraction as key causes.
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child on Harlem River Drive▸Two sedans crashed on Harlem River Drive. Speed killed control. A 10-year-old boy in the back seat took the blow. He left bruised, shaken, but alive. Metal twisted. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided while heading north on Harlem River Drive. A 10-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat suffered full-body contusions and bruises. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash involved a 2018 Acura and a 2020 Nissan, both traveling straight before impact. The Acura took front-end damage; the Nissan was struck in the rear. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
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
Two Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 19-year-old male driver suffered facial injuries and shock after a collision involving two sedans and a taxi in Manhattan. The unlicensed driver was injured when his vehicle struck a parked sedan and taxi. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a crash occurred in Manhattan involving a 19-year-old male driver who was injured. The collision involved two sedans and a taxi, all traveling north. The unlicensed driver was entering a parked position when the crash happened, impacting the left front bumper of a parked sedan and the left rear quarter panel of a taxi. The injured driver suffered facial injuries and minor bleeding and was not ejected from the vehicle. Contributing factors listed include driver inexperience and other vehicular causes. The report notes the driver held only a permit and was unlicensed. No victim fault or helmet use is mentioned.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 29-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Lenox Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car struck him. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Lenox Avenue struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle was making a left turn at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The crash highlights the driver's failure to yield and distraction as key causes.
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child on Harlem River Drive▸Two sedans crashed on Harlem River Drive. Speed killed control. A 10-year-old boy in the back seat took the blow. He left bruised, shaken, but alive. Metal twisted. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided while heading north on Harlem River Drive. A 10-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat suffered full-body contusions and bruises. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash involved a 2018 Acura and a 2020 Nissan, both traveling straight before impact. The Acura took front-end damage; the Nissan was struck in the rear. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
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
Two Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 29-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Lenox Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the car struck him. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver failed to yield.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Lenox Avenue struck a 29-year-old male pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle was making a left turn at the time of impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The crash highlights the driver's failure to yield and distraction as key causes.
Unsafe Speed Hurts Child on Harlem River Drive▸Two sedans crashed on Harlem River Drive. Speed killed control. A 10-year-old boy in the back seat took the blow. He left bruised, shaken, but alive. Metal twisted. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided while heading north on Harlem River Drive. A 10-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat suffered full-body contusions and bruises. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash involved a 2018 Acura and a 2020 Nissan, both traveling straight before impact. The Acura took front-end damage; the Nissan was struck in the rear. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
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
Two Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Two sedans crashed on Harlem River Drive. Speed killed control. A 10-year-old boy in the back seat took the blow. He left bruised, shaken, but alive. Metal twisted. The street stayed cold.
According to the police report, two sedans collided while heading north on Harlem River Drive. A 10-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat suffered full-body contusions and bruises. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The crash involved a 2018 Acura and a 2020 Nissan, both traveling straight before impact. The Acura took front-end damage; the Nissan was struck in the rear. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.
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
Two Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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
Two Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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 Sedans Collide at 7th Avenue Intersection▸Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Two sedans crashed at 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The left front bumper of one hit the right front bumper of the other. A 24-year-old male passenger suffered a head contusion. The driver’s inattention caused the collision.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection near 2361 7th Avenue in Manhattan. The impact occurred between the left front bumper of a 2005 Jeep and the right front bumper of a 2016 Toyota. A 24-year-old male passenger in one vehicle was injured, sustaining a head contusion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.