Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Washington Heights (South)?
Blood on Broadway: Slow the Cars, Save the Living
Washington Heights (South): Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 16, 2025
The Toll in Blood and Bone
In Washington Heights (South), the numbers do not flinch. Four people killed. Fourteen left with serious injuries. Since 2022, there have been 1,655 crashes. The dead do not speak. The wounded limp, or do not walk at all.
A 76-year-old man was killed crossing Broadway. The car kept going straight. The man did not. No policy brought him back (NYC Open Data).
A cyclist, 73, died on Saint Nicholas Avenue. He was riding north. The bike did not survive. Neither did he (NYC Open Data).
Most of the pain falls on the young and working-age. In the last year, 239 people were hurt. Two died. The streets do not care who you are.
Who Bears the Blame? Who Bears the Cost?
Cars and SUVs did the most harm. They killed. They broke bodies. Trucks and motorcycles followed. Bikes, too, left scars, but the numbers are small. The city blames speed. The city blames distraction. The city blames the dead for crossing wrong. But the dead cannot answer.
What Leaders Have Done—and What They Haven’t
Local leaders have taken steps. Senator Robert Jackson voted yes to extend school speed zones and to require speed limiters for repeat speeders. Assembly Member Al Taylor co-sponsored the speed limiter bill. These are steps, not leaps.
The city touts a drop in deaths. “Traffic deaths reached the lowest level in recorded history during the first six months of this year,” said DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez (DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said). But the bodies still fall. The pain is not gone. The work is not done.
The Next Step Is Yours
Call your council member. Call your senator. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real protection for people who walk and bike. The city moves slow. The cars move fast. Only you can force the change.
Citations
▸ Citations
- City Launches Department For Delivery Safety, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-07
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4672150 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-16
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- File A 2299, Open States, Published 2025-01-16
- NYC Traffic Deaths Reach Record Low, BKReader, Published 2025-07-03
- DOT Peace Officers Target E-Bike Dangers, West Side Spirit, Published 2025-07-10
- Fifth Avenue Redesign Cuts Bike, Bus Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-14
- 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
- Staying on: New Yorkers react to Hochul’s renewed speed camera program in NYC, AMNY, Published 2025-06-30
- A ‘Boulevard of Life’ transformation: DOT announces completion of Queens Boulevard Redesign, amny.com, Published 2024-11-12
- Anti-Miracle On 34th Street: Adams Administration Pauses Work On 34th Street Busway, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-03
- Brooklyn Judge Once Again Declines to Rip Up Bedford Ave. Protected Bike Lane… For Now, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-07-01
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▸ Other Geographies
Washington Heights (South) Washington Heights (South) sits in Manhattan, Precinct 33, District 10, AD 71, SD 31, Manhattan CB12.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Washington Heights (South)
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Double Wide Bike Lanes▸DOT will widen bike lanes to 10 feet on 11 blocks of 10th Avenue. The move gives cyclists and walkers more space. Most road space stays with cars. Pedestrian islands and turn signals aim to cut crashes. Advocates call for stronger barriers.
On August 24, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a project to install double-wide, 10-foot protected bike lanes on 11 blocks of 10th Avenue, from W. 14th to W. 52nd Streets, through Chelsea and Hell’s Kitchen. The plan, not tied to a council bill but a DOT initiative, expands northbound bike lanes from eight to ten feet on the upper section. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, “This project will deliver much-needed safety upgrades to the Hell’s Kitchen corridor and help support more efficient transportation options.” Local advocate Christine Berthet praised the wider lanes, noting the old design could not safely carry regular bikes alongside cargo and e-bikes. The project adds pedestrian islands, dedicated left-turn lanes, and leading pedestrian intervals at key intersections. Berthet urged the city to install flex posts to keep drivers out of bike and pedestrian spaces, citing problems on nearby 11th Avenue. The changes aim to protect vulnerable road users but leave most space for cars.
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Double-Wide Bike Lanes Coming to 10th Ave in Hells Kitchen,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-24
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Moped Head-On▸A sedan turned left on West 166 Street and hit a moped going straight. The moped rider suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Both vehicles were damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on West 166 Street collided with a moped traveling straight near Amsterdam Avenue. The moped driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the moped’s left front bumper, damaging both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Rodriguez Backs Safety Boosting Wider Cargo Bikes Rule▸DOT moves to allow four-wheeled, 48-inch-wide cargo bikes. The rule aims to cut truck traffic, clear space for people, and speed up deliveries. Commissioner Rodriguez says cargo bikes mean fewer deadly trucks. Public hearing set for September 13.
On August 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a rulemaking to permit four-wheeled, pedal-assist cargo bikes up to 48 inches wide—up from the current three wheels and 36 inches. The proposal, published in the City Record, responds to stalled state legislation and rising delivery demand. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez stated, 'Greater use of cargo bikes will bring incredible environmental and safety benefits for New York City by reducing the number of large, high-polluting trucks on our streets.' Rodriguez added, 'Just two cargo bikes can replace one box truck, increasing safety and reducing CO2 emission by 14 tons per year.' The public comment period runs 30 days, with a hearing on September 13. The rule targets safer streets by shrinking the footprint of freight vehicles and clearing the way for vulnerable road users.
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City Moves to Allow Wider Cargo Bikes; Is a Delivery Revolution Next?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-14
Taxi Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly Manhattan▸A 15-year-old boy on a bike was partially ejected and injured at West 162 Street and Broadway. The taxi struck the bike’s left front bumper as the cyclist made an improper left turn. The rider suffered bruises and leg injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway collided with a 15-year-old bicyclist making an improper left turn at West 162 Street. The bike was hit on its left front bumper by the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors such as helmet use were noted. The cyclist was conscious and injured but not fatally harmed.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Moped Rider▸A 48-year-old man riding a moped was struck by an SUV making an improper U-turn on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. The moped driver suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. The SUV’s left front quarter panel was damaged in the collision.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling south on Amsterdam Avenue made an improper U-turn and collided with a moped also traveling south. The moped driver, a 48-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The moped driver was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Sedan Turns Left, Injures Manhattan Bicyclist▸A sedan made a left turn on Broadway in Manhattan. It struck a 26-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight south. The cyclist suffered a concussion and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted at the time of collision.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on Broadway near West 162 Street in Manhattan when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The 26-year-old male bicyclist sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and suffered a concussion. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
Sedan Demolished on Slippery Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 22-year-old female driver crashed her sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper and was demolished. The driver suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver was injured when her sedan crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle's left front bumper took the point of impact, resulting in severe damage. The driver sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating road conditions played a role. No other driver errors were specified. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The crash occurred while the vehicle was traveling straight ahead southbound. The report does not mention any pedestrian involvement or additional vehicles.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on West 159 Street. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. She suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on West 159 Street made a left turn and struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists the driver's errors as disregarding traffic control and failure to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when the collision occurred.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Fort Washington▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old woman crossing Fort Washington Avenue with the signal. The driver was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The crash left her injured but conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Fort Washington Avenue at an intersection with the signal when a 2021 Volkswagen sedan traveling north struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the impact. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. The sedan was going straight ahead at the time of the collision. There is no mention of any contributing factors related to the pedestrian or safety equipment. The crash occurred in Manhattan's 10033 zip code.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Right-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider was struck while traveling north on West 179 Street. A Jeep made a right turn, failing to yield right-of-way. The rider was ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The Jeep showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a collision with a Jeep on West 179 Street. The Jeep was making a right turn while the e-bike was going straight ahead. The report lists the driver error as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The e-bike rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The Jeep sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The incident highlights a failure by the Jeep driver to yield, resulting in serious injury to the vulnerable e-bike rider.
E-Bike Rider Injured in SUV Rear-End Crash▸An e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a rear-end collision with an SUV on West 160 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver followed too closely, striking the cyclist from behind. The rider suffered a neck fracture and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured after being struck from behind by a 2016 Toyota SUV traveling south on West 160 Street, Manhattan. The collision caused a neck fracture and dislocation, leaving the rider in shock. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The e-bike rider was not using any safety equipment. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end.
Rodriguez Commits to Improving Safety on McGuinness▸DOT boss dodged on safety. Mayor stalled the plan. Advocates fumed. The original design promised fewer lanes, protected bike lanes, safer crossings. Now, after a teacher’s death and 82 crashes in a year, the future is murky. City Hall listens to business, not victims.
On July 18, 2023, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez addressed the status of the McGuinness Boulevard redesign. The $40 million plan, drafted in 2021 after a fatal hit-and-run, aimed to cut lanes from four to two, add protected bike lanes, and shorten crossings. Rodriguez said, "[My] personal commitment as the commissioner of DOT [is] to do the best it can to continue doing my job to improve safety on McGuinness Boulevard." Mayor Adams reversed the plan after business opposition, despite support from every other elected official. Assembly Member Emily Gallagher blamed a small group for swaying the mayor, noting, "Other redesigned streets... all get safer and they work better." The timeline is now unclear. In the past year, 82 crashes injured 35 people on the corridor. Advocates vow to keep fighting for the original, safer design.
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DOT Boss Tries to Stay ‘Positive’ on McGuinness But Won’t Commit to Safest Possible Design,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-18
E-Bike Strikes Boy Playing in Roadway▸An 8-year-old boy playing in the street was hit by an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed inattention and distraction at the time of impact.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway at an intersection. The boy sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the roadway. No other safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where children may be present.
Moped Driver Injured in Amsterdam Avenue Crash▸A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
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DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
DOT will widen bike lanes to 10 feet on 11 blocks of 10th Avenue. The move gives cyclists and walkers more space. Most road space stays with cars. Pedestrian islands and turn signals aim to cut crashes. Advocates call for stronger barriers.
On August 24, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a project to install double-wide, 10-foot protected bike lanes on 11 blocks of 10th Avenue, from W. 14th to W. 52nd Streets, through Chelsea and Hell’s Kitchen. The plan, not tied to a council bill but a DOT initiative, expands northbound bike lanes from eight to ten feet on the upper section. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, “This project will deliver much-needed safety upgrades to the Hell’s Kitchen corridor and help support more efficient transportation options.” Local advocate Christine Berthet praised the wider lanes, noting the old design could not safely carry regular bikes alongside cargo and e-bikes. The project adds pedestrian islands, dedicated left-turn lanes, and leading pedestrian intervals at key intersections. Berthet urged the city to install flex posts to keep drivers out of bike and pedestrian spaces, citing problems on nearby 11th Avenue. The changes aim to protect vulnerable road users but leave most space for cars.
- Double-Wide Bike Lanes Coming to 10th Ave in Hells Kitchen, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-08-24
Distracted Sedan Driver Strikes Moped Head-On▸A sedan turned left on West 166 Street and hit a moped going straight. The moped rider suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Both vehicles were damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on West 166 Street collided with a moped traveling straight near Amsterdam Avenue. The moped driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the moped’s left front bumper, damaging both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Rodriguez Backs Safety Boosting Wider Cargo Bikes Rule▸DOT moves to allow four-wheeled, 48-inch-wide cargo bikes. The rule aims to cut truck traffic, clear space for people, and speed up deliveries. Commissioner Rodriguez says cargo bikes mean fewer deadly trucks. Public hearing set for September 13.
On August 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a rulemaking to permit four-wheeled, pedal-assist cargo bikes up to 48 inches wide—up from the current three wheels and 36 inches. The proposal, published in the City Record, responds to stalled state legislation and rising delivery demand. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez stated, 'Greater use of cargo bikes will bring incredible environmental and safety benefits for New York City by reducing the number of large, high-polluting trucks on our streets.' Rodriguez added, 'Just two cargo bikes can replace one box truck, increasing safety and reducing CO2 emission by 14 tons per year.' The public comment period runs 30 days, with a hearing on September 13. The rule targets safer streets by shrinking the footprint of freight vehicles and clearing the way for vulnerable road users.
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City Moves to Allow Wider Cargo Bikes; Is a Delivery Revolution Next?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-14
Taxi Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly Manhattan▸A 15-year-old boy on a bike was partially ejected and injured at West 162 Street and Broadway. The taxi struck the bike’s left front bumper as the cyclist made an improper left turn. The rider suffered bruises and leg injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway collided with a 15-year-old bicyclist making an improper left turn at West 162 Street. The bike was hit on its left front bumper by the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors such as helmet use were noted. The cyclist was conscious and injured but not fatally harmed.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Moped Rider▸A 48-year-old man riding a moped was struck by an SUV making an improper U-turn on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. The moped driver suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. The SUV’s left front quarter panel was damaged in the collision.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling south on Amsterdam Avenue made an improper U-turn and collided with a moped also traveling south. The moped driver, a 48-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The moped driver was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Sedan Turns Left, Injures Manhattan Bicyclist▸A sedan made a left turn on Broadway in Manhattan. It struck a 26-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight south. The cyclist suffered a concussion and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted at the time of collision.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on Broadway near West 162 Street in Manhattan when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The 26-year-old male bicyclist sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and suffered a concussion. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
Sedan Demolished on Slippery Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 22-year-old female driver crashed her sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper and was demolished. The driver suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver was injured when her sedan crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle's left front bumper took the point of impact, resulting in severe damage. The driver sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating road conditions played a role. No other driver errors were specified. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The crash occurred while the vehicle was traveling straight ahead southbound. The report does not mention any pedestrian involvement or additional vehicles.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on West 159 Street. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. She suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on West 159 Street made a left turn and struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists the driver's errors as disregarding traffic control and failure to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when the collision occurred.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Fort Washington▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old woman crossing Fort Washington Avenue with the signal. The driver was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The crash left her injured but conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Fort Washington Avenue at an intersection with the signal when a 2021 Volkswagen sedan traveling north struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the impact. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. The sedan was going straight ahead at the time of the collision. There is no mention of any contributing factors related to the pedestrian or safety equipment. The crash occurred in Manhattan's 10033 zip code.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Right-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider was struck while traveling north on West 179 Street. A Jeep made a right turn, failing to yield right-of-way. The rider was ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The Jeep showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a collision with a Jeep on West 179 Street. The Jeep was making a right turn while the e-bike was going straight ahead. The report lists the driver error as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The e-bike rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The Jeep sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The incident highlights a failure by the Jeep driver to yield, resulting in serious injury to the vulnerable e-bike rider.
E-Bike Rider Injured in SUV Rear-End Crash▸An e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a rear-end collision with an SUV on West 160 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver followed too closely, striking the cyclist from behind. The rider suffered a neck fracture and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured after being struck from behind by a 2016 Toyota SUV traveling south on West 160 Street, Manhattan. The collision caused a neck fracture and dislocation, leaving the rider in shock. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The e-bike rider was not using any safety equipment. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end.
Rodriguez Commits to Improving Safety on McGuinness▸DOT boss dodged on safety. Mayor stalled the plan. Advocates fumed. The original design promised fewer lanes, protected bike lanes, safer crossings. Now, after a teacher’s death and 82 crashes in a year, the future is murky. City Hall listens to business, not victims.
On July 18, 2023, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez addressed the status of the McGuinness Boulevard redesign. The $40 million plan, drafted in 2021 after a fatal hit-and-run, aimed to cut lanes from four to two, add protected bike lanes, and shorten crossings. Rodriguez said, "[My] personal commitment as the commissioner of DOT [is] to do the best it can to continue doing my job to improve safety on McGuinness Boulevard." Mayor Adams reversed the plan after business opposition, despite support from every other elected official. Assembly Member Emily Gallagher blamed a small group for swaying the mayor, noting, "Other redesigned streets... all get safer and they work better." The timeline is now unclear. In the past year, 82 crashes injured 35 people on the corridor. Advocates vow to keep fighting for the original, safer design.
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DOT Boss Tries to Stay ‘Positive’ on McGuinness But Won’t Commit to Safest Possible Design,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-18
E-Bike Strikes Boy Playing in Roadway▸An 8-year-old boy playing in the street was hit by an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed inattention and distraction at the time of impact.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway at an intersection. The boy sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the roadway. No other safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where children may be present.
Moped Driver Injured in Amsterdam Avenue Crash▸A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
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DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
A sedan turned left on West 166 Street and hit a moped going straight. The moped rider suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Both vehicles were damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn on West 166 Street collided with a moped traveling straight near Amsterdam Avenue. The moped driver, a 40-year-old man, suffered head injuries and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the moped’s left front bumper, damaging both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Rodriguez Backs Safety Boosting Wider Cargo Bikes Rule▸DOT moves to allow four-wheeled, 48-inch-wide cargo bikes. The rule aims to cut truck traffic, clear space for people, and speed up deliveries. Commissioner Rodriguez says cargo bikes mean fewer deadly trucks. Public hearing set for September 13.
On August 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a rulemaking to permit four-wheeled, pedal-assist cargo bikes up to 48 inches wide—up from the current three wheels and 36 inches. The proposal, published in the City Record, responds to stalled state legislation and rising delivery demand. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez stated, 'Greater use of cargo bikes will bring incredible environmental and safety benefits for New York City by reducing the number of large, high-polluting trucks on our streets.' Rodriguez added, 'Just two cargo bikes can replace one box truck, increasing safety and reducing CO2 emission by 14 tons per year.' The public comment period runs 30 days, with a hearing on September 13. The rule targets safer streets by shrinking the footprint of freight vehicles and clearing the way for vulnerable road users.
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City Moves to Allow Wider Cargo Bikes; Is a Delivery Revolution Next?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-14
Taxi Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly Manhattan▸A 15-year-old boy on a bike was partially ejected and injured at West 162 Street and Broadway. The taxi struck the bike’s left front bumper as the cyclist made an improper left turn. The rider suffered bruises and leg injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway collided with a 15-year-old bicyclist making an improper left turn at West 162 Street. The bike was hit on its left front bumper by the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors such as helmet use were noted. The cyclist was conscious and injured but not fatally harmed.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Moped Rider▸A 48-year-old man riding a moped was struck by an SUV making an improper U-turn on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. The moped driver suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. The SUV’s left front quarter panel was damaged in the collision.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling south on Amsterdam Avenue made an improper U-turn and collided with a moped also traveling south. The moped driver, a 48-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The moped driver was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Sedan Turns Left, Injures Manhattan Bicyclist▸A sedan made a left turn on Broadway in Manhattan. It struck a 26-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight south. The cyclist suffered a concussion and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted at the time of collision.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on Broadway near West 162 Street in Manhattan when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The 26-year-old male bicyclist sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and suffered a concussion. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
Sedan Demolished on Slippery Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 22-year-old female driver crashed her sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper and was demolished. The driver suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver was injured when her sedan crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle's left front bumper took the point of impact, resulting in severe damage. The driver sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating road conditions played a role. No other driver errors were specified. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The crash occurred while the vehicle was traveling straight ahead southbound. The report does not mention any pedestrian involvement or additional vehicles.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on West 159 Street. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. She suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on West 159 Street made a left turn and struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists the driver's errors as disregarding traffic control and failure to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when the collision occurred.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Fort Washington▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old woman crossing Fort Washington Avenue with the signal. The driver was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The crash left her injured but conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Fort Washington Avenue at an intersection with the signal when a 2021 Volkswagen sedan traveling north struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the impact. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. The sedan was going straight ahead at the time of the collision. There is no mention of any contributing factors related to the pedestrian or safety equipment. The crash occurred in Manhattan's 10033 zip code.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Right-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider was struck while traveling north on West 179 Street. A Jeep made a right turn, failing to yield right-of-way. The rider was ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The Jeep showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a collision with a Jeep on West 179 Street. The Jeep was making a right turn while the e-bike was going straight ahead. The report lists the driver error as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The e-bike rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The Jeep sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The incident highlights a failure by the Jeep driver to yield, resulting in serious injury to the vulnerable e-bike rider.
E-Bike Rider Injured in SUV Rear-End Crash▸An e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a rear-end collision with an SUV on West 160 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver followed too closely, striking the cyclist from behind. The rider suffered a neck fracture and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured after being struck from behind by a 2016 Toyota SUV traveling south on West 160 Street, Manhattan. The collision caused a neck fracture and dislocation, leaving the rider in shock. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The e-bike rider was not using any safety equipment. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end.
Rodriguez Commits to Improving Safety on McGuinness▸DOT boss dodged on safety. Mayor stalled the plan. Advocates fumed. The original design promised fewer lanes, protected bike lanes, safer crossings. Now, after a teacher’s death and 82 crashes in a year, the future is murky. City Hall listens to business, not victims.
On July 18, 2023, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez addressed the status of the McGuinness Boulevard redesign. The $40 million plan, drafted in 2021 after a fatal hit-and-run, aimed to cut lanes from four to two, add protected bike lanes, and shorten crossings. Rodriguez said, "[My] personal commitment as the commissioner of DOT [is] to do the best it can to continue doing my job to improve safety on McGuinness Boulevard." Mayor Adams reversed the plan after business opposition, despite support from every other elected official. Assembly Member Emily Gallagher blamed a small group for swaying the mayor, noting, "Other redesigned streets... all get safer and they work better." The timeline is now unclear. In the past year, 82 crashes injured 35 people on the corridor. Advocates vow to keep fighting for the original, safer design.
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DOT Boss Tries to Stay ‘Positive’ on McGuinness But Won’t Commit to Safest Possible Design,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-18
E-Bike Strikes Boy Playing in Roadway▸An 8-year-old boy playing in the street was hit by an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed inattention and distraction at the time of impact.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway at an intersection. The boy sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the roadway. No other safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where children may be present.
Moped Driver Injured in Amsterdam Avenue Crash▸A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
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DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
DOT moves to allow four-wheeled, 48-inch-wide cargo bikes. The rule aims to cut truck traffic, clear space for people, and speed up deliveries. Commissioner Rodriguez says cargo bikes mean fewer deadly trucks. Public hearing set for September 13.
On August 14, 2023, the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced a rulemaking to permit four-wheeled, pedal-assist cargo bikes up to 48 inches wide—up from the current three wheels and 36 inches. The proposal, published in the City Record, responds to stalled state legislation and rising delivery demand. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez stated, 'Greater use of cargo bikes will bring incredible environmental and safety benefits for New York City by reducing the number of large, high-polluting trucks on our streets.' Rodriguez added, 'Just two cargo bikes can replace one box truck, increasing safety and reducing CO2 emission by 14 tons per year.' The public comment period runs 30 days, with a hearing on September 13. The rule targets safer streets by shrinking the footprint of freight vehicles and clearing the way for vulnerable road users.
- City Moves to Allow Wider Cargo Bikes; Is a Delivery Revolution Next?, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-08-14
Taxi Hits Bicyclist Turning Improperly Manhattan▸A 15-year-old boy on a bike was partially ejected and injured at West 162 Street and Broadway. The taxi struck the bike’s left front bumper as the cyclist made an improper left turn. The rider suffered bruises and leg injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway collided with a 15-year-old bicyclist making an improper left turn at West 162 Street. The bike was hit on its left front bumper by the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors such as helmet use were noted. The cyclist was conscious and injured but not fatally harmed.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Moped Rider▸A 48-year-old man riding a moped was struck by an SUV making an improper U-turn on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. The moped driver suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. The SUV’s left front quarter panel was damaged in the collision.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling south on Amsterdam Avenue made an improper U-turn and collided with a moped also traveling south. The moped driver, a 48-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The moped driver was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Sedan Turns Left, Injures Manhattan Bicyclist▸A sedan made a left turn on Broadway in Manhattan. It struck a 26-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight south. The cyclist suffered a concussion and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted at the time of collision.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on Broadway near West 162 Street in Manhattan when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The 26-year-old male bicyclist sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and suffered a concussion. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
Sedan Demolished on Slippery Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 22-year-old female driver crashed her sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper and was demolished. The driver suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver was injured when her sedan crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle's left front bumper took the point of impact, resulting in severe damage. The driver sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating road conditions played a role. No other driver errors were specified. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The crash occurred while the vehicle was traveling straight ahead southbound. The report does not mention any pedestrian involvement or additional vehicles.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on West 159 Street. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. She suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on West 159 Street made a left turn and struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists the driver's errors as disregarding traffic control and failure to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when the collision occurred.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Fort Washington▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old woman crossing Fort Washington Avenue with the signal. The driver was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The crash left her injured but conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Fort Washington Avenue at an intersection with the signal when a 2021 Volkswagen sedan traveling north struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the impact. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. The sedan was going straight ahead at the time of the collision. There is no mention of any contributing factors related to the pedestrian or safety equipment. The crash occurred in Manhattan's 10033 zip code.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Right-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider was struck while traveling north on West 179 Street. A Jeep made a right turn, failing to yield right-of-way. The rider was ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The Jeep showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a collision with a Jeep on West 179 Street. The Jeep was making a right turn while the e-bike was going straight ahead. The report lists the driver error as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The e-bike rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The Jeep sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The incident highlights a failure by the Jeep driver to yield, resulting in serious injury to the vulnerable e-bike rider.
E-Bike Rider Injured in SUV Rear-End Crash▸An e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a rear-end collision with an SUV on West 160 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver followed too closely, striking the cyclist from behind. The rider suffered a neck fracture and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured after being struck from behind by a 2016 Toyota SUV traveling south on West 160 Street, Manhattan. The collision caused a neck fracture and dislocation, leaving the rider in shock. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The e-bike rider was not using any safety equipment. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end.
Rodriguez Commits to Improving Safety on McGuinness▸DOT boss dodged on safety. Mayor stalled the plan. Advocates fumed. The original design promised fewer lanes, protected bike lanes, safer crossings. Now, after a teacher’s death and 82 crashes in a year, the future is murky. City Hall listens to business, not victims.
On July 18, 2023, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez addressed the status of the McGuinness Boulevard redesign. The $40 million plan, drafted in 2021 after a fatal hit-and-run, aimed to cut lanes from four to two, add protected bike lanes, and shorten crossings. Rodriguez said, "[My] personal commitment as the commissioner of DOT [is] to do the best it can to continue doing my job to improve safety on McGuinness Boulevard." Mayor Adams reversed the plan after business opposition, despite support from every other elected official. Assembly Member Emily Gallagher blamed a small group for swaying the mayor, noting, "Other redesigned streets... all get safer and they work better." The timeline is now unclear. In the past year, 82 crashes injured 35 people on the corridor. Advocates vow to keep fighting for the original, safer design.
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DOT Boss Tries to Stay ‘Positive’ on McGuinness But Won’t Commit to Safest Possible Design,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-18
E-Bike Strikes Boy Playing in Roadway▸An 8-year-old boy playing in the street was hit by an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed inattention and distraction at the time of impact.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway at an intersection. The boy sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the roadway. No other safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where children may be present.
Moped Driver Injured in Amsterdam Avenue Crash▸A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
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DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
A 15-year-old boy on a bike was partially ejected and injured at West 162 Street and Broadway. The taxi struck the bike’s left front bumper as the cyclist made an improper left turn. The rider suffered bruises and leg injuries.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Broadway collided with a 15-year-old bicyclist making an improper left turn at West 162 Street. The bike was hit on its left front bumper by the taxi’s left front bumper. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors such as helmet use were noted. The cyclist was conscious and injured but not fatally harmed.
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Moped Rider▸A 48-year-old man riding a moped was struck by an SUV making an improper U-turn on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. The moped driver suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. The SUV’s left front quarter panel was damaged in the collision.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling south on Amsterdam Avenue made an improper U-turn and collided with a moped also traveling south. The moped driver, a 48-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The moped driver was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Sedan Turns Left, Injures Manhattan Bicyclist▸A sedan made a left turn on Broadway in Manhattan. It struck a 26-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight south. The cyclist suffered a concussion and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted at the time of collision.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on Broadway near West 162 Street in Manhattan when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The 26-year-old male bicyclist sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and suffered a concussion. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
Sedan Demolished on Slippery Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 22-year-old female driver crashed her sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper and was demolished. The driver suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver was injured when her sedan crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle's left front bumper took the point of impact, resulting in severe damage. The driver sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating road conditions played a role. No other driver errors were specified. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The crash occurred while the vehicle was traveling straight ahead southbound. The report does not mention any pedestrian involvement or additional vehicles.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on West 159 Street. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. She suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on West 159 Street made a left turn and struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists the driver's errors as disregarding traffic control and failure to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when the collision occurred.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Fort Washington▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old woman crossing Fort Washington Avenue with the signal. The driver was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The crash left her injured but conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Fort Washington Avenue at an intersection with the signal when a 2021 Volkswagen sedan traveling north struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the impact. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. The sedan was going straight ahead at the time of the collision. There is no mention of any contributing factors related to the pedestrian or safety equipment. The crash occurred in Manhattan's 10033 zip code.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Right-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider was struck while traveling north on West 179 Street. A Jeep made a right turn, failing to yield right-of-way. The rider was ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The Jeep showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a collision with a Jeep on West 179 Street. The Jeep was making a right turn while the e-bike was going straight ahead. The report lists the driver error as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The e-bike rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The Jeep sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The incident highlights a failure by the Jeep driver to yield, resulting in serious injury to the vulnerable e-bike rider.
E-Bike Rider Injured in SUV Rear-End Crash▸An e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a rear-end collision with an SUV on West 160 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver followed too closely, striking the cyclist from behind. The rider suffered a neck fracture and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured after being struck from behind by a 2016 Toyota SUV traveling south on West 160 Street, Manhattan. The collision caused a neck fracture and dislocation, leaving the rider in shock. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The e-bike rider was not using any safety equipment. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end.
Rodriguez Commits to Improving Safety on McGuinness▸DOT boss dodged on safety. Mayor stalled the plan. Advocates fumed. The original design promised fewer lanes, protected bike lanes, safer crossings. Now, after a teacher’s death and 82 crashes in a year, the future is murky. City Hall listens to business, not victims.
On July 18, 2023, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez addressed the status of the McGuinness Boulevard redesign. The $40 million plan, drafted in 2021 after a fatal hit-and-run, aimed to cut lanes from four to two, add protected bike lanes, and shorten crossings. Rodriguez said, "[My] personal commitment as the commissioner of DOT [is] to do the best it can to continue doing my job to improve safety on McGuinness Boulevard." Mayor Adams reversed the plan after business opposition, despite support from every other elected official. Assembly Member Emily Gallagher blamed a small group for swaying the mayor, noting, "Other redesigned streets... all get safer and they work better." The timeline is now unclear. In the past year, 82 crashes injured 35 people on the corridor. Advocates vow to keep fighting for the original, safer design.
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DOT Boss Tries to Stay ‘Positive’ on McGuinness But Won’t Commit to Safest Possible Design,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-18
E-Bike Strikes Boy Playing in Roadway▸An 8-year-old boy playing in the street was hit by an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed inattention and distraction at the time of impact.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway at an intersection. The boy sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the roadway. No other safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where children may be present.
Moped Driver Injured in Amsterdam Avenue Crash▸A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
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DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
A 48-year-old man riding a moped was struck by an SUV making an improper U-turn on Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. The moped driver suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. The SUV’s left front quarter panel was damaged in the collision.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling south on Amsterdam Avenue made an improper U-turn and collided with a moped also traveling south. The moped driver, a 48-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The moped driver was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted in the report.
Sedan Turns Left, Injures Manhattan Bicyclist▸A sedan made a left turn on Broadway in Manhattan. It struck a 26-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight south. The cyclist suffered a concussion and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted at the time of collision.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on Broadway near West 162 Street in Manhattan when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The 26-year-old male bicyclist sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and suffered a concussion. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
Sedan Demolished on Slippery Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 22-year-old female driver crashed her sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper and was demolished. The driver suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver was injured when her sedan crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle's left front bumper took the point of impact, resulting in severe damage. The driver sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating road conditions played a role. No other driver errors were specified. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The crash occurred while the vehicle was traveling straight ahead southbound. The report does not mention any pedestrian involvement or additional vehicles.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on West 159 Street. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. She suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on West 159 Street made a left turn and struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists the driver's errors as disregarding traffic control and failure to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when the collision occurred.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Fort Washington▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old woman crossing Fort Washington Avenue with the signal. The driver was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The crash left her injured but conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Fort Washington Avenue at an intersection with the signal when a 2021 Volkswagen sedan traveling north struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the impact. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. The sedan was going straight ahead at the time of the collision. There is no mention of any contributing factors related to the pedestrian or safety equipment. The crash occurred in Manhattan's 10033 zip code.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Right-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider was struck while traveling north on West 179 Street. A Jeep made a right turn, failing to yield right-of-way. The rider was ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The Jeep showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a collision with a Jeep on West 179 Street. The Jeep was making a right turn while the e-bike was going straight ahead. The report lists the driver error as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The e-bike rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The Jeep sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The incident highlights a failure by the Jeep driver to yield, resulting in serious injury to the vulnerable e-bike rider.
E-Bike Rider Injured in SUV Rear-End Crash▸An e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a rear-end collision with an SUV on West 160 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver followed too closely, striking the cyclist from behind. The rider suffered a neck fracture and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured after being struck from behind by a 2016 Toyota SUV traveling south on West 160 Street, Manhattan. The collision caused a neck fracture and dislocation, leaving the rider in shock. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The e-bike rider was not using any safety equipment. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end.
Rodriguez Commits to Improving Safety on McGuinness▸DOT boss dodged on safety. Mayor stalled the plan. Advocates fumed. The original design promised fewer lanes, protected bike lanes, safer crossings. Now, after a teacher’s death and 82 crashes in a year, the future is murky. City Hall listens to business, not victims.
On July 18, 2023, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez addressed the status of the McGuinness Boulevard redesign. The $40 million plan, drafted in 2021 after a fatal hit-and-run, aimed to cut lanes from four to two, add protected bike lanes, and shorten crossings. Rodriguez said, "[My] personal commitment as the commissioner of DOT [is] to do the best it can to continue doing my job to improve safety on McGuinness Boulevard." Mayor Adams reversed the plan after business opposition, despite support from every other elected official. Assembly Member Emily Gallagher blamed a small group for swaying the mayor, noting, "Other redesigned streets... all get safer and they work better." The timeline is now unclear. In the past year, 82 crashes injured 35 people on the corridor. Advocates vow to keep fighting for the original, safer design.
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DOT Boss Tries to Stay ‘Positive’ on McGuinness But Won’t Commit to Safest Possible Design,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-18
E-Bike Strikes Boy Playing in Roadway▸An 8-year-old boy playing in the street was hit by an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed inattention and distraction at the time of impact.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway at an intersection. The boy sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the roadway. No other safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where children may be present.
Moped Driver Injured in Amsterdam Avenue Crash▸A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
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DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
A sedan made a left turn on Broadway in Manhattan. It struck a 26-year-old male bicyclist traveling straight south. The cyclist suffered a concussion and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The driver was distracted at the time of collision.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on Broadway near West 162 Street in Manhattan when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight ahead. The 26-year-old male bicyclist sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and suffered a concussion. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. There was no damage reported to either vehicle. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.
Sedan Demolished on Slippery Henry Hudson Parkway▸A 22-year-old female driver crashed her sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper and was demolished. The driver suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver was injured when her sedan crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle's left front bumper took the point of impact, resulting in severe damage. The driver sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating road conditions played a role. No other driver errors were specified. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The crash occurred while the vehicle was traveling straight ahead southbound. The report does not mention any pedestrian involvement or additional vehicles.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on West 159 Street. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. She suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on West 159 Street made a left turn and struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists the driver's errors as disregarding traffic control and failure to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when the collision occurred.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Fort Washington▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old woman crossing Fort Washington Avenue with the signal. The driver was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The crash left her injured but conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Fort Washington Avenue at an intersection with the signal when a 2021 Volkswagen sedan traveling north struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the impact. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. The sedan was going straight ahead at the time of the collision. There is no mention of any contributing factors related to the pedestrian or safety equipment. The crash occurred in Manhattan's 10033 zip code.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Right-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider was struck while traveling north on West 179 Street. A Jeep made a right turn, failing to yield right-of-way. The rider was ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The Jeep showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a collision with a Jeep on West 179 Street. The Jeep was making a right turn while the e-bike was going straight ahead. The report lists the driver error as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The e-bike rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The Jeep sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The incident highlights a failure by the Jeep driver to yield, resulting in serious injury to the vulnerable e-bike rider.
E-Bike Rider Injured in SUV Rear-End Crash▸An e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a rear-end collision with an SUV on West 160 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver followed too closely, striking the cyclist from behind. The rider suffered a neck fracture and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured after being struck from behind by a 2016 Toyota SUV traveling south on West 160 Street, Manhattan. The collision caused a neck fracture and dislocation, leaving the rider in shock. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The e-bike rider was not using any safety equipment. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end.
Rodriguez Commits to Improving Safety on McGuinness▸DOT boss dodged on safety. Mayor stalled the plan. Advocates fumed. The original design promised fewer lanes, protected bike lanes, safer crossings. Now, after a teacher’s death and 82 crashes in a year, the future is murky. City Hall listens to business, not victims.
On July 18, 2023, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez addressed the status of the McGuinness Boulevard redesign. The $40 million plan, drafted in 2021 after a fatal hit-and-run, aimed to cut lanes from four to two, add protected bike lanes, and shorten crossings. Rodriguez said, "[My] personal commitment as the commissioner of DOT [is] to do the best it can to continue doing my job to improve safety on McGuinness Boulevard." Mayor Adams reversed the plan after business opposition, despite support from every other elected official. Assembly Member Emily Gallagher blamed a small group for swaying the mayor, noting, "Other redesigned streets... all get safer and they work better." The timeline is now unclear. In the past year, 82 crashes injured 35 people on the corridor. Advocates vow to keep fighting for the original, safer design.
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DOT Boss Tries to Stay ‘Positive’ on McGuinness But Won’t Commit to Safest Possible Design,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-18
E-Bike Strikes Boy Playing in Roadway▸An 8-year-old boy playing in the street was hit by an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed inattention and distraction at the time of impact.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway at an intersection. The boy sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the roadway. No other safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where children may be present.
Moped Driver Injured in Amsterdam Avenue Crash▸A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
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DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
A 22-year-old female driver crashed her sedan on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle struck with its left front bumper and was demolished. The driver suffered a concussion and upper arm injury. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old female driver was injured when her sedan crashed on Henry Hudson Parkway. The vehicle's left front bumper took the point of impact, resulting in severe damage. The driver sustained a concussion and an upper arm injury but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Pavement Slippery' as a contributing factor, indicating road conditions played a role. No other driver errors were specified. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The crash occurred while the vehicle was traveling straight ahead southbound. The report does not mention any pedestrian involvement or additional vehicles.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸An 18-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on West 159 Street. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. She suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on West 159 Street made a left turn and struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists the driver's errors as disregarding traffic control and failure to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when the collision occurred.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Fort Washington▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old woman crossing Fort Washington Avenue with the signal. The driver was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The crash left her injured but conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Fort Washington Avenue at an intersection with the signal when a 2021 Volkswagen sedan traveling north struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the impact. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. The sedan was going straight ahead at the time of the collision. There is no mention of any contributing factors related to the pedestrian or safety equipment. The crash occurred in Manhattan's 10033 zip code.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Right-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider was struck while traveling north on West 179 Street. A Jeep made a right turn, failing to yield right-of-way. The rider was ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The Jeep showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a collision with a Jeep on West 179 Street. The Jeep was making a right turn while the e-bike was going straight ahead. The report lists the driver error as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The e-bike rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The Jeep sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The incident highlights a failure by the Jeep driver to yield, resulting in serious injury to the vulnerable e-bike rider.
E-Bike Rider Injured in SUV Rear-End Crash▸An e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a rear-end collision with an SUV on West 160 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver followed too closely, striking the cyclist from behind. The rider suffered a neck fracture and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured after being struck from behind by a 2016 Toyota SUV traveling south on West 160 Street, Manhattan. The collision caused a neck fracture and dislocation, leaving the rider in shock. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The e-bike rider was not using any safety equipment. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end.
Rodriguez Commits to Improving Safety on McGuinness▸DOT boss dodged on safety. Mayor stalled the plan. Advocates fumed. The original design promised fewer lanes, protected bike lanes, safer crossings. Now, after a teacher’s death and 82 crashes in a year, the future is murky. City Hall listens to business, not victims.
On July 18, 2023, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez addressed the status of the McGuinness Boulevard redesign. The $40 million plan, drafted in 2021 after a fatal hit-and-run, aimed to cut lanes from four to two, add protected bike lanes, and shorten crossings. Rodriguez said, "[My] personal commitment as the commissioner of DOT [is] to do the best it can to continue doing my job to improve safety on McGuinness Boulevard." Mayor Adams reversed the plan after business opposition, despite support from every other elected official. Assembly Member Emily Gallagher blamed a small group for swaying the mayor, noting, "Other redesigned streets... all get safer and they work better." The timeline is now unclear. In the past year, 82 crashes injured 35 people on the corridor. Advocates vow to keep fighting for the original, safer design.
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DOT Boss Tries to Stay ‘Positive’ on McGuinness But Won’t Commit to Safest Possible Design,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-18
E-Bike Strikes Boy Playing in Roadway▸An 8-year-old boy playing in the street was hit by an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed inattention and distraction at the time of impact.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway at an intersection. The boy sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the roadway. No other safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where children may be present.
Moped Driver Injured in Amsterdam Avenue Crash▸A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
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DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
An 18-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on West 159 Street. She was crossing with the signal when the vehicle disregarded traffic control and failed to yield. She suffered bruises and injuries to her lower leg and foot.
According to the police report, an SUV traveling east on West 159 Street made a left turn and struck an 18-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in shock. The report lists the driver's errors as disregarding traffic control and failure to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was not at fault and was following the traffic signal when the collision occurred.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Fort Washington▸A sedan hit a 32-year-old woman crossing Fort Washington Avenue with the signal. The driver was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The crash left her injured but conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Fort Washington Avenue at an intersection with the signal when a 2021 Volkswagen sedan traveling north struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the impact. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. The sedan was going straight ahead at the time of the collision. There is no mention of any contributing factors related to the pedestrian or safety equipment. The crash occurred in Manhattan's 10033 zip code.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Right-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider was struck while traveling north on West 179 Street. A Jeep made a right turn, failing to yield right-of-way. The rider was ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The Jeep showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a collision with a Jeep on West 179 Street. The Jeep was making a right turn while the e-bike was going straight ahead. The report lists the driver error as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The e-bike rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The Jeep sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The incident highlights a failure by the Jeep driver to yield, resulting in serious injury to the vulnerable e-bike rider.
E-Bike Rider Injured in SUV Rear-End Crash▸An e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a rear-end collision with an SUV on West 160 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver followed too closely, striking the cyclist from behind. The rider suffered a neck fracture and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured after being struck from behind by a 2016 Toyota SUV traveling south on West 160 Street, Manhattan. The collision caused a neck fracture and dislocation, leaving the rider in shock. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The e-bike rider was not using any safety equipment. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end.
Rodriguez Commits to Improving Safety on McGuinness▸DOT boss dodged on safety. Mayor stalled the plan. Advocates fumed. The original design promised fewer lanes, protected bike lanes, safer crossings. Now, after a teacher’s death and 82 crashes in a year, the future is murky. City Hall listens to business, not victims.
On July 18, 2023, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez addressed the status of the McGuinness Boulevard redesign. The $40 million plan, drafted in 2021 after a fatal hit-and-run, aimed to cut lanes from four to two, add protected bike lanes, and shorten crossings. Rodriguez said, "[My] personal commitment as the commissioner of DOT [is] to do the best it can to continue doing my job to improve safety on McGuinness Boulevard." Mayor Adams reversed the plan after business opposition, despite support from every other elected official. Assembly Member Emily Gallagher blamed a small group for swaying the mayor, noting, "Other redesigned streets... all get safer and they work better." The timeline is now unclear. In the past year, 82 crashes injured 35 people on the corridor. Advocates vow to keep fighting for the original, safer design.
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DOT Boss Tries to Stay ‘Positive’ on McGuinness But Won’t Commit to Safest Possible Design,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-18
E-Bike Strikes Boy Playing in Roadway▸An 8-year-old boy playing in the street was hit by an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed inattention and distraction at the time of impact.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway at an intersection. The boy sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the roadway. No other safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where children may be present.
Moped Driver Injured in Amsterdam Avenue Crash▸A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
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DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
A sedan hit a 32-year-old woman crossing Fort Washington Avenue with the signal. The driver was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a hip and upper leg contusion. The crash left her injured but conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 32-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Fort Washington Avenue at an intersection with the signal when a 2021 Volkswagen sedan traveling north struck her with its center front end. The pedestrian sustained a contusion and bruising to her hip and upper leg and was conscious after the impact. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor to the crash. The sedan was going straight ahead at the time of the collision. There is no mention of any contributing factors related to the pedestrian or safety equipment. The crash occurred in Manhattan's 10033 zip code.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Right-Turn Collision▸An e-bike rider was struck while traveling north on West 179 Street. A Jeep made a right turn, failing to yield right-of-way. The rider was ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The Jeep showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a collision with a Jeep on West 179 Street. The Jeep was making a right turn while the e-bike was going straight ahead. The report lists the driver error as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The e-bike rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The Jeep sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The incident highlights a failure by the Jeep driver to yield, resulting in serious injury to the vulnerable e-bike rider.
E-Bike Rider Injured in SUV Rear-End Crash▸An e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a rear-end collision with an SUV on West 160 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver followed too closely, striking the cyclist from behind. The rider suffered a neck fracture and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured after being struck from behind by a 2016 Toyota SUV traveling south on West 160 Street, Manhattan. The collision caused a neck fracture and dislocation, leaving the rider in shock. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The e-bike rider was not using any safety equipment. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end.
Rodriguez Commits to Improving Safety on McGuinness▸DOT boss dodged on safety. Mayor stalled the plan. Advocates fumed. The original design promised fewer lanes, protected bike lanes, safer crossings. Now, after a teacher’s death and 82 crashes in a year, the future is murky. City Hall listens to business, not victims.
On July 18, 2023, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez addressed the status of the McGuinness Boulevard redesign. The $40 million plan, drafted in 2021 after a fatal hit-and-run, aimed to cut lanes from four to two, add protected bike lanes, and shorten crossings. Rodriguez said, "[My] personal commitment as the commissioner of DOT [is] to do the best it can to continue doing my job to improve safety on McGuinness Boulevard." Mayor Adams reversed the plan after business opposition, despite support from every other elected official. Assembly Member Emily Gallagher blamed a small group for swaying the mayor, noting, "Other redesigned streets... all get safer and they work better." The timeline is now unclear. In the past year, 82 crashes injured 35 people on the corridor. Advocates vow to keep fighting for the original, safer design.
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DOT Boss Tries to Stay ‘Positive’ on McGuinness But Won’t Commit to Safest Possible Design,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-18
E-Bike Strikes Boy Playing in Roadway▸An 8-year-old boy playing in the street was hit by an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed inattention and distraction at the time of impact.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway at an intersection. The boy sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the roadway. No other safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where children may be present.
Moped Driver Injured in Amsterdam Avenue Crash▸A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
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DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
An e-bike rider was struck while traveling north on West 179 Street. A Jeep made a right turn, failing to yield right-of-way. The rider was ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The Jeep showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-bike rider was injured after a collision with a Jeep on West 179 Street. The Jeep was making a right turn while the e-bike was going straight ahead. The report lists the driver error as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The rider was ejected from the bike and sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The e-bike rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The Jeep sustained no damage and had no occupants at the time. The incident highlights a failure by the Jeep driver to yield, resulting in serious injury to the vulnerable e-bike rider.
E-Bike Rider Injured in SUV Rear-End Crash▸An e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a rear-end collision with an SUV on West 160 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver followed too closely, striking the cyclist from behind. The rider suffered a neck fracture and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured after being struck from behind by a 2016 Toyota SUV traveling south on West 160 Street, Manhattan. The collision caused a neck fracture and dislocation, leaving the rider in shock. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The e-bike rider was not using any safety equipment. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end.
Rodriguez Commits to Improving Safety on McGuinness▸DOT boss dodged on safety. Mayor stalled the plan. Advocates fumed. The original design promised fewer lanes, protected bike lanes, safer crossings. Now, after a teacher’s death and 82 crashes in a year, the future is murky. City Hall listens to business, not victims.
On July 18, 2023, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez addressed the status of the McGuinness Boulevard redesign. The $40 million plan, drafted in 2021 after a fatal hit-and-run, aimed to cut lanes from four to two, add protected bike lanes, and shorten crossings. Rodriguez said, "[My] personal commitment as the commissioner of DOT [is] to do the best it can to continue doing my job to improve safety on McGuinness Boulevard." Mayor Adams reversed the plan after business opposition, despite support from every other elected official. Assembly Member Emily Gallagher blamed a small group for swaying the mayor, noting, "Other redesigned streets... all get safer and they work better." The timeline is now unclear. In the past year, 82 crashes injured 35 people on the corridor. Advocates vow to keep fighting for the original, safer design.
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DOT Boss Tries to Stay ‘Positive’ on McGuinness But Won’t Commit to Safest Possible Design,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-18
E-Bike Strikes Boy Playing in Roadway▸An 8-year-old boy playing in the street was hit by an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed inattention and distraction at the time of impact.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway at an intersection. The boy sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the roadway. No other safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where children may be present.
Moped Driver Injured in Amsterdam Avenue Crash▸A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
-
DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
An e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured in a rear-end collision with an SUV on West 160 Street in Manhattan. The SUV driver followed too closely, striking the cyclist from behind. The rider suffered a neck fracture and was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male e-bike rider was partially ejected and injured after being struck from behind by a 2016 Toyota SUV traveling south on West 160 Street, Manhattan. The collision caused a neck fracture and dislocation, leaving the rider in shock. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The e-bike rider was not using any safety equipment. The SUV sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the e-bike was damaged at the center front end.
Rodriguez Commits to Improving Safety on McGuinness▸DOT boss dodged on safety. Mayor stalled the plan. Advocates fumed. The original design promised fewer lanes, protected bike lanes, safer crossings. Now, after a teacher’s death and 82 crashes in a year, the future is murky. City Hall listens to business, not victims.
On July 18, 2023, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez addressed the status of the McGuinness Boulevard redesign. The $40 million plan, drafted in 2021 after a fatal hit-and-run, aimed to cut lanes from four to two, add protected bike lanes, and shorten crossings. Rodriguez said, "[My] personal commitment as the commissioner of DOT [is] to do the best it can to continue doing my job to improve safety on McGuinness Boulevard." Mayor Adams reversed the plan after business opposition, despite support from every other elected official. Assembly Member Emily Gallagher blamed a small group for swaying the mayor, noting, "Other redesigned streets... all get safer and they work better." The timeline is now unclear. In the past year, 82 crashes injured 35 people on the corridor. Advocates vow to keep fighting for the original, safer design.
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DOT Boss Tries to Stay ‘Positive’ on McGuinness But Won’t Commit to Safest Possible Design,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-07-18
E-Bike Strikes Boy Playing in Roadway▸An 8-year-old boy playing in the street was hit by an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed inattention and distraction at the time of impact.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway at an intersection. The boy sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the roadway. No other safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where children may be present.
Moped Driver Injured in Amsterdam Avenue Crash▸A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
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DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
DOT boss dodged on safety. Mayor stalled the plan. Advocates fumed. The original design promised fewer lanes, protected bike lanes, safer crossings. Now, after a teacher’s death and 82 crashes in a year, the future is murky. City Hall listens to business, not victims.
On July 18, 2023, DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez addressed the status of the McGuinness Boulevard redesign. The $40 million plan, drafted in 2021 after a fatal hit-and-run, aimed to cut lanes from four to two, add protected bike lanes, and shorten crossings. Rodriguez said, "[My] personal commitment as the commissioner of DOT [is] to do the best it can to continue doing my job to improve safety on McGuinness Boulevard." Mayor Adams reversed the plan after business opposition, despite support from every other elected official. Assembly Member Emily Gallagher blamed a small group for swaying the mayor, noting, "Other redesigned streets... all get safer and they work better." The timeline is now unclear. In the past year, 82 crashes injured 35 people on the corridor. Advocates vow to keep fighting for the original, safer design.
- DOT Boss Tries to Stay ‘Positive’ on McGuinness But Won’t Commit to Safest Possible Design, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-07-18
E-Bike Strikes Boy Playing in Roadway▸An 8-year-old boy playing in the street was hit by an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed inattention and distraction at the time of impact.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway at an intersection. The boy sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the roadway. No other safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where children may be present.
Moped Driver Injured in Amsterdam Avenue Crash▸A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
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DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
An 8-year-old boy playing in the street was hit by an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver showed inattention and distraction at the time of impact.
According to the police report, an e-bike traveling south on West 158 Street struck an 8-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway at an intersection. The boy sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with contusions and bruises reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike driver was licensed and going straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle sustained no damage. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the roadway. No other safety equipment or helmet use was noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where children may be present.
Moped Driver Injured in Amsterdam Avenue Crash▸A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
-
DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
A 29-year-old man on a moped was injured on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped struck the front center of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver suffered bruises and leg injuries. No helmet was worn. The crash caused front-end damage to the moped.
According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped driver was injured in a collision on Amsterdam Avenue. The moped was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it struck the center front end of a vehicle making a left turn. The driver was not ejected but sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The vehicle involved was a Honda SUV. Damage was limited to the moped's center front end.
Two Sedans Collide on Riverside Drive▸Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
-
DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
Two sedans crashed head-on at Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were going straight. One driver, 60, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The crash caused left front bumper damage to both vehicles. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Riverside Drive in Manhattan. Both drivers were traveling straight in opposite directions when the crash occurred. The 60-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left front bumpers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on city streets.
SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Bleeds on Amsterdam▸An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
-
DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
An SUV turned left on Amsterdam. An e-bike kept straight. They collided head-on. The e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, hit the pavement. Blood ran from his leg. The light was not obeyed. No helmet. Night air thick with sirens.
A crash took place at Amsterdam Avenue and West 162nd Street in Manhattan. An SUV made a left turn. An e-bike rider, a 44-year-old man, went straight. They collided head-on. The man suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'The light was not obeyed.' The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause was the failure to obey traffic signals. No other injuries were reported.
Rodriguez Supports Safety Boosting Delivery Truck Reduction Pilot▸DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
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DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
DOT will test 15 package lockers on city sidewalks. Fewer trucks mean fewer threats to people walking and biking. The city bets on less idling, less chaos, less theft. But sidewalk crowding remains a risk. The pilot starts. Streets wait.
On June 30, 2023, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a one-year pilot called LockerNYC. The plan: install 15 large package lockers on city sidewalks to centralize deliveries. DOT says, "The lockers will centralize drop-off points, allowing carriers to make fewer truck trips." DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez claims the initiative will cut daily delivery truck trips and give New Yorkers a secure spot for packages. Sara Lind of Open Plans calls it "a creative solution for reducing the number of trucks circling the block and idling at the curb." Still, she warns, "sidewalks are already very crowded," and urges care to avoid worsening conditions for pedestrians. The pilot will test if lockers can reduce truck traffic and theft without squeezing out people on foot.
- DOT Seeks to Reduce Delivery Traffic and Package Theft with Lockers, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-30
Sedan Overturns After Side Impact on Parkway▸A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
A sedan overturned on Henry Hudson Parkway after a side impact. The driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head injury and concussion. The crash happened at 2:05 a.m. The driver was restrained but injured. Following too closely caused the collision.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Henry Hudson Parkway was struck on the left side doors by another vehicle passing southbound. The impact caused the sedan to overturn. The driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a head injury and concussion but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The second vehicle's details are unspecified, but it impacted the right front quarter panel of the sedan. No ejection occurred. The crash highlights the dangers of close following distances leading to severe vehicle damage and occupant injury.
2Taxi and Bicycle Collide on West 175 Street▸A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
A taxi making a U-turn struck a bicyclist turning left on West 175 Street in Manhattan. Both drivers suffered injuries and shock. The bicyclist bruised his knee and lower leg. Both drivers were distracted at the time of impact.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling north on Saint Nicholas Avenue was making a U-turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling south on West 175 Street who was making a left turn. The bicyclist, a 40-year-old man, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi driver, a 56-year-old man, was also injured. Both drivers were reported to have been inattentive or distracted, which contributed to the crash. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the center front end of the bicycle and the left front bumper of the taxi. Neither occupant was ejected from their vehicle.
Al Taylor Backs Safety Boosting Sammy’s Law and Bike Lanes▸Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
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Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-06-20
Assembly Member Inez Dickens stands firm against Sammy’s Law, lower speed limits, and more bike lanes in Harlem. She rejects congestion pricing, bus upgrades, and traffic calming. Her stance leaves vulnerable road users exposed. Other candidates back safety. Dickens does not.
Assembly Member Inez Dickens, leading the Harlem Council race, opposes bill 'Sammy’s Law,' which would let New York City set its own speed limits. At a June 2023 NY1 debate, Dickens said, 'I do not support it,' arguing that speeders will speed regardless. She also rejected more bike lanes, congestion pricing, bus improvements, and traffic calming. The matter summary states: 'Assembly Member Inez Dickens...does not support lowering the speed limit.' Her challengers, Assembly Member Al Taylor and Yusef Salaam, support Sammy’s Law and more bike lanes. Mayor Adams, a supporter of Sammy’s Law, has endorsed Dickens. Dickens’s stance blocks proven safety measures for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit riders. No safety analyst note was provided.
- Assembly Member in Harlem Council Race Opposes ‘Sammy’s Law,’ More Bike Lanes, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-06-20