Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Sunnyside?
Sunnyside Bleeds While City Sleeps: Drop the Speed, Save a Life
Sunnyside: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Numbers Behind the Names
Five dead. Seventeen seriously hurt. In Sunnyside, from 2022 to June 2025, the numbers keep coming. They do not slow. They do not care. In the last twelve months alone, three people died. Four were left with injuries that will not heal. One was a child. One was old enough to remember the city before cars ruled it. See the data.
Over 1,000 people injured. The wounds are not just numbers. They are broken legs, crushed skulls, lives split open on the street. The youngest was under 18. The oldest was over 75. No one is spared.
The Machines That Kill
Cars and trucks did most of the damage. They killed. They maimed. They left families to pick up what was left. Motorcycles and mopeds tore through flesh and bone. Bikes, too, left their mark, but the weight of steel and speed falls hardest from the biggest machines.
What Has Been Done—And What Hasn’t
The city talks of Vision Zero. They say every life matters. They point to new laws—like Sammy’s Law, which lets the city lower speed limits. But in Sunnyside, the speed stays the same. The city has the power to drop the limit to 20 mph. They have not used it. demand action.
Speed cameras work. They cut speeding by more than half where installed. But the law that keeps them running is always at risk. Albany drags its feet. The city waits. People die.
The Cost of Delay
Every day without action is another day someone does not come home. The city has the tools. The leaders have the power. What they lack is urgency.
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand more cameras. Demand streets that do not bleed. Take action now.
Citations
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District 37
45-10 Skillman Ave. 1st Floor, Sunnyside, NY 11104
Room 427, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 26
37-04 Queens Boulevard, Suite 205, Long Island City, NY 11101
718-383-9566
250 Broadway, Suite 1749, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6975
District 12
22-07 45th St. Suite 1008, Astoria, NY 11105
Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Sunnyside Sunnyside sits in Queens, Precinct 108, District 26, AD 37, SD 12, Queens CB2.
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Sunnyside
S 5602Gianaris votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.▸Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
-
File S 5602,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Drunk Driver Falls Asleep, Crashes SUV in Queens▸A 25-year-old man crashed his SUV on Vandam Street in Queens. He was unconscious and injured. Police found alcohol involvement and that the driver fell asleep. The vehicle hit an object front-center, damaging the right front bumper. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male driver crashed his 2008 Hyundai SUV on Vandam Street, Queens. The driver was injured and found unconscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and falling asleep as contributing factors. The vehicle was parked before the crash and impacted with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash highlights driver errors including alcohol impairment and fatigue leading to loss of control.
Sleeping Driver Slams SUV on 43 Avenue▸A driver fell asleep and crashed into a parked SUV on 43 Avenue in Queens. The impact bruised a 56-year-old woman’s head. Metal twisted. The street stayed quiet. One error changed everything.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One SUV was parked. The other, a 2019 Toyota, was moving east when its driver fell asleep and struck the parked 2016 Jeep. The crash hit the Jeep’s left rear quarter panel and the Toyota’s right front bumper. A 56-year-old female passenger in the Toyota suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted E-Bike Rider Hits Boy in Queens▸A distracted e-bike rider struck a 5-year-old boy crossing Skillman Avenue with the signal. The child bled from the head but stayed conscious. The bike’s front end bore the mark. The crash left the street stained and silent.
A 5-year-old boy was hit by a westbound e-bike while crossing Skillman Avenue at 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the e-bike rider, distracted and inattentive, struck him. The boy suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The e-bike’s front end showed damage from the impact. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger posed to pedestrians, especially children, by inattentive riders on city streets.
Taxi Hits SUV Passenger on Skillman Avenue▸A taxi struck the right side of an SUV on Skillman Avenue in Queens. The SUV’s rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, suffered bruises and full-body contusions. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. The passenger was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Skillman Avenue in Queens involving a taxi and a 2020 Kia SUV. The taxi, traveling north, impacted the right side doors of the SUV, which was traveling west. The SUV’s right rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and bruises to her entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. She was secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Motorcycle Eastbound▸A sedan making a left turn struck a motorcycle traveling east on 48 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Nissan sedan was making a left turn on 48 Avenue in Queens when it collided with a 2018 Honda motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old male, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the motorcycle’s center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
S 1078Gianaris votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Crash▸An e-bike rider crashed on 36 Street near Queens Boulevard. The 35-year-old man fractured and dislocated his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet. The crash caused serious injury but no ejection from the bike.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old male e-bike driver was injured in a crash on 36 Street in Queens. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no contributing driver errors or other factors. The e-bike was traveling west and impacted on the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash resulted in serious injury to the rider but no ejection from the vehicle.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an SUV making a right turn hit him on 49 Street in Queens. The cyclist suffered abrasions over his entire body but remained conscious. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the driver.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on 49 Street was struck on his left side by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions over his entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The impact occurred at the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Boulevard▸A taxi slammed into the rear left of an SUV on Queens Boulevard. The right rear passenger in the SUV suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash happened at night. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Queens Boulevard collided with the left rear bumper of an SUV also traveling east. The impact injured a 27-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the SUV. She sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men. The injured passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.
Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.
- File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-25
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
-
File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Drunk Driver Falls Asleep, Crashes SUV in Queens▸A 25-year-old man crashed his SUV on Vandam Street in Queens. He was unconscious and injured. Police found alcohol involvement and that the driver fell asleep. The vehicle hit an object front-center, damaging the right front bumper. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male driver crashed his 2008 Hyundai SUV on Vandam Street, Queens. The driver was injured and found unconscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and falling asleep as contributing factors. The vehicle was parked before the crash and impacted with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash highlights driver errors including alcohol impairment and fatigue leading to loss of control.
Sleeping Driver Slams SUV on 43 Avenue▸A driver fell asleep and crashed into a parked SUV on 43 Avenue in Queens. The impact bruised a 56-year-old woman’s head. Metal twisted. The street stayed quiet. One error changed everything.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One SUV was parked. The other, a 2019 Toyota, was moving east when its driver fell asleep and struck the parked 2016 Jeep. The crash hit the Jeep’s left rear quarter panel and the Toyota’s right front bumper. A 56-year-old female passenger in the Toyota suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted E-Bike Rider Hits Boy in Queens▸A distracted e-bike rider struck a 5-year-old boy crossing Skillman Avenue with the signal. The child bled from the head but stayed conscious. The bike’s front end bore the mark. The crash left the street stained and silent.
A 5-year-old boy was hit by a westbound e-bike while crossing Skillman Avenue at 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the e-bike rider, distracted and inattentive, struck him. The boy suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The e-bike’s front end showed damage from the impact. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger posed to pedestrians, especially children, by inattentive riders on city streets.
Taxi Hits SUV Passenger on Skillman Avenue▸A taxi struck the right side of an SUV on Skillman Avenue in Queens. The SUV’s rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, suffered bruises and full-body contusions. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. The passenger was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Skillman Avenue in Queens involving a taxi and a 2020 Kia SUV. The taxi, traveling north, impacted the right side doors of the SUV, which was traveling west. The SUV’s right rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and bruises to her entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. She was secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Motorcycle Eastbound▸A sedan making a left turn struck a motorcycle traveling east on 48 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Nissan sedan was making a left turn on 48 Avenue in Queens when it collided with a 2018 Honda motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old male, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the motorcycle’s center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
S 1078Gianaris votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Crash▸An e-bike rider crashed on 36 Street near Queens Boulevard. The 35-year-old man fractured and dislocated his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet. The crash caused serious injury but no ejection from the bike.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old male e-bike driver was injured in a crash on 36 Street in Queens. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no contributing driver errors or other factors. The e-bike was traveling west and impacted on the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash resulted in serious injury to the rider but no ejection from the vehicle.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an SUV making a right turn hit him on 49 Street in Queens. The cyclist suffered abrasions over his entire body but remained conscious. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the driver.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on 49 Street was struck on his left side by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions over his entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The impact occurred at the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Boulevard▸A taxi slammed into the rear left of an SUV on Queens Boulevard. The right rear passenger in the SUV suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash happened at night. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Queens Boulevard collided with the left rear bumper of an SUV also traveling east. The impact injured a 27-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the SUV. She sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men. The injured passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
- File S 3897, Open States, Published 2022-05-25
A 8936Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
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File A 8936,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-23
Drunk Driver Falls Asleep, Crashes SUV in Queens▸A 25-year-old man crashed his SUV on Vandam Street in Queens. He was unconscious and injured. Police found alcohol involvement and that the driver fell asleep. The vehicle hit an object front-center, damaging the right front bumper. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male driver crashed his 2008 Hyundai SUV on Vandam Street, Queens. The driver was injured and found unconscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and falling asleep as contributing factors. The vehicle was parked before the crash and impacted with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash highlights driver errors including alcohol impairment and fatigue leading to loss of control.
Sleeping Driver Slams SUV on 43 Avenue▸A driver fell asleep and crashed into a parked SUV on 43 Avenue in Queens. The impact bruised a 56-year-old woman’s head. Metal twisted. The street stayed quiet. One error changed everything.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One SUV was parked. The other, a 2019 Toyota, was moving east when its driver fell asleep and struck the parked 2016 Jeep. The crash hit the Jeep’s left rear quarter panel and the Toyota’s right front bumper. A 56-year-old female passenger in the Toyota suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted E-Bike Rider Hits Boy in Queens▸A distracted e-bike rider struck a 5-year-old boy crossing Skillman Avenue with the signal. The child bled from the head but stayed conscious. The bike’s front end bore the mark. The crash left the street stained and silent.
A 5-year-old boy was hit by a westbound e-bike while crossing Skillman Avenue at 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the e-bike rider, distracted and inattentive, struck him. The boy suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The e-bike’s front end showed damage from the impact. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger posed to pedestrians, especially children, by inattentive riders on city streets.
Taxi Hits SUV Passenger on Skillman Avenue▸A taxi struck the right side of an SUV on Skillman Avenue in Queens. The SUV’s rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, suffered bruises and full-body contusions. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. The passenger was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Skillman Avenue in Queens involving a taxi and a 2020 Kia SUV. The taxi, traveling north, impacted the right side doors of the SUV, which was traveling west. The SUV’s right rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and bruises to her entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. She was secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Motorcycle Eastbound▸A sedan making a left turn struck a motorcycle traveling east on 48 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Nissan sedan was making a left turn on 48 Avenue in Queens when it collided with a 2018 Honda motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old male, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the motorcycle’s center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
S 1078Gianaris votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Crash▸An e-bike rider crashed on 36 Street near Queens Boulevard. The 35-year-old man fractured and dislocated his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet. The crash caused serious injury but no ejection from the bike.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old male e-bike driver was injured in a crash on 36 Street in Queens. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no contributing driver errors or other factors. The e-bike was traveling west and impacted on the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash resulted in serious injury to the rider but no ejection from the vehicle.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an SUV making a right turn hit him on 49 Street in Queens. The cyclist suffered abrasions over his entire body but remained conscious. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the driver.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on 49 Street was struck on his left side by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions over his entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The impact occurred at the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Boulevard▸A taxi slammed into the rear left of an SUV on Queens Boulevard. The right rear passenger in the SUV suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash happened at night. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Queens Boulevard collided with the left rear bumper of an SUV also traveling east. The impact injured a 27-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the SUV. She sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men. The injured passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.
Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.
- File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23
Drunk Driver Falls Asleep, Crashes SUV in Queens▸A 25-year-old man crashed his SUV on Vandam Street in Queens. He was unconscious and injured. Police found alcohol involvement and that the driver fell asleep. The vehicle hit an object front-center, damaging the right front bumper. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male driver crashed his 2008 Hyundai SUV on Vandam Street, Queens. The driver was injured and found unconscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and falling asleep as contributing factors. The vehicle was parked before the crash and impacted with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash highlights driver errors including alcohol impairment and fatigue leading to loss of control.
Sleeping Driver Slams SUV on 43 Avenue▸A driver fell asleep and crashed into a parked SUV on 43 Avenue in Queens. The impact bruised a 56-year-old woman’s head. Metal twisted. The street stayed quiet. One error changed everything.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One SUV was parked. The other, a 2019 Toyota, was moving east when its driver fell asleep and struck the parked 2016 Jeep. The crash hit the Jeep’s left rear quarter panel and the Toyota’s right front bumper. A 56-year-old female passenger in the Toyota suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted E-Bike Rider Hits Boy in Queens▸A distracted e-bike rider struck a 5-year-old boy crossing Skillman Avenue with the signal. The child bled from the head but stayed conscious. The bike’s front end bore the mark. The crash left the street stained and silent.
A 5-year-old boy was hit by a westbound e-bike while crossing Skillman Avenue at 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the e-bike rider, distracted and inattentive, struck him. The boy suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The e-bike’s front end showed damage from the impact. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger posed to pedestrians, especially children, by inattentive riders on city streets.
Taxi Hits SUV Passenger on Skillman Avenue▸A taxi struck the right side of an SUV on Skillman Avenue in Queens. The SUV’s rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, suffered bruises and full-body contusions. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. The passenger was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Skillman Avenue in Queens involving a taxi and a 2020 Kia SUV. The taxi, traveling north, impacted the right side doors of the SUV, which was traveling west. The SUV’s right rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and bruises to her entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. She was secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Motorcycle Eastbound▸A sedan making a left turn struck a motorcycle traveling east on 48 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Nissan sedan was making a left turn on 48 Avenue in Queens when it collided with a 2018 Honda motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old male, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the motorcycle’s center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
S 1078Gianaris votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Crash▸An e-bike rider crashed on 36 Street near Queens Boulevard. The 35-year-old man fractured and dislocated his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet. The crash caused serious injury but no ejection from the bike.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old male e-bike driver was injured in a crash on 36 Street in Queens. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no contributing driver errors or other factors. The e-bike was traveling west and impacted on the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash resulted in serious injury to the rider but no ejection from the vehicle.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an SUV making a right turn hit him on 49 Street in Queens. The cyclist suffered abrasions over his entire body but remained conscious. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the driver.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on 49 Street was struck on his left side by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions over his entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The impact occurred at the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Boulevard▸A taxi slammed into the rear left of an SUV on Queens Boulevard. The right rear passenger in the SUV suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash happened at night. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Queens Boulevard collided with the left rear bumper of an SUV also traveling east. The impact injured a 27-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the SUV. She sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men. The injured passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 25-year-old man crashed his SUV on Vandam Street in Queens. He was unconscious and injured. Police found alcohol involvement and that the driver fell asleep. The vehicle hit an object front-center, damaging the right front bumper. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 25-year-old male driver crashed his 2008 Hyundai SUV on Vandam Street, Queens. The driver was injured and found unconscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and falling asleep as contributing factors. The vehicle was parked before the crash and impacted with its center front end, damaging the right front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The driver held a valid New York license. The crash highlights driver errors including alcohol impairment and fatigue leading to loss of control.
Sleeping Driver Slams SUV on 43 Avenue▸A driver fell asleep and crashed into a parked SUV on 43 Avenue in Queens. The impact bruised a 56-year-old woman’s head. Metal twisted. The street stayed quiet. One error changed everything.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One SUV was parked. The other, a 2019 Toyota, was moving east when its driver fell asleep and struck the parked 2016 Jeep. The crash hit the Jeep’s left rear quarter panel and the Toyota’s right front bumper. A 56-year-old female passenger in the Toyota suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted E-Bike Rider Hits Boy in Queens▸A distracted e-bike rider struck a 5-year-old boy crossing Skillman Avenue with the signal. The child bled from the head but stayed conscious. The bike’s front end bore the mark. The crash left the street stained and silent.
A 5-year-old boy was hit by a westbound e-bike while crossing Skillman Avenue at 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the e-bike rider, distracted and inattentive, struck him. The boy suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The e-bike’s front end showed damage from the impact. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger posed to pedestrians, especially children, by inattentive riders on city streets.
Taxi Hits SUV Passenger on Skillman Avenue▸A taxi struck the right side of an SUV on Skillman Avenue in Queens. The SUV’s rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, suffered bruises and full-body contusions. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. The passenger was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Skillman Avenue in Queens involving a taxi and a 2020 Kia SUV. The taxi, traveling north, impacted the right side doors of the SUV, which was traveling west. The SUV’s right rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and bruises to her entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. She was secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Motorcycle Eastbound▸A sedan making a left turn struck a motorcycle traveling east on 48 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Nissan sedan was making a left turn on 48 Avenue in Queens when it collided with a 2018 Honda motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old male, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the motorcycle’s center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
S 1078Gianaris votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Crash▸An e-bike rider crashed on 36 Street near Queens Boulevard. The 35-year-old man fractured and dislocated his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet. The crash caused serious injury but no ejection from the bike.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old male e-bike driver was injured in a crash on 36 Street in Queens. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no contributing driver errors or other factors. The e-bike was traveling west and impacted on the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash resulted in serious injury to the rider but no ejection from the vehicle.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an SUV making a right turn hit him on 49 Street in Queens. The cyclist suffered abrasions over his entire body but remained conscious. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the driver.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on 49 Street was struck on his left side by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions over his entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The impact occurred at the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Boulevard▸A taxi slammed into the rear left of an SUV on Queens Boulevard. The right rear passenger in the SUV suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash happened at night. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Queens Boulevard collided with the left rear bumper of an SUV also traveling east. The impact injured a 27-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the SUV. She sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men. The injured passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A driver fell asleep and crashed into a parked SUV on 43 Avenue in Queens. The impact bruised a 56-year-old woman’s head. Metal twisted. The street stayed quiet. One error changed everything.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One SUV was parked. The other, a 2019 Toyota, was moving east when its driver fell asleep and struck the parked 2016 Jeep. The crash hit the Jeep’s left rear quarter panel and the Toyota’s right front bumper. A 56-year-old female passenger in the Toyota suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
Distracted E-Bike Rider Hits Boy in Queens▸A distracted e-bike rider struck a 5-year-old boy crossing Skillman Avenue with the signal. The child bled from the head but stayed conscious. The bike’s front end bore the mark. The crash left the street stained and silent.
A 5-year-old boy was hit by a westbound e-bike while crossing Skillman Avenue at 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the e-bike rider, distracted and inattentive, struck him. The boy suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The e-bike’s front end showed damage from the impact. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger posed to pedestrians, especially children, by inattentive riders on city streets.
Taxi Hits SUV Passenger on Skillman Avenue▸A taxi struck the right side of an SUV on Skillman Avenue in Queens. The SUV’s rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, suffered bruises and full-body contusions. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. The passenger was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Skillman Avenue in Queens involving a taxi and a 2020 Kia SUV. The taxi, traveling north, impacted the right side doors of the SUV, which was traveling west. The SUV’s right rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and bruises to her entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. She was secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Motorcycle Eastbound▸A sedan making a left turn struck a motorcycle traveling east on 48 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Nissan sedan was making a left turn on 48 Avenue in Queens when it collided with a 2018 Honda motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old male, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the motorcycle’s center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
S 1078Gianaris votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
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Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-05-16
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Crash▸An e-bike rider crashed on 36 Street near Queens Boulevard. The 35-year-old man fractured and dislocated his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet. The crash caused serious injury but no ejection from the bike.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old male e-bike driver was injured in a crash on 36 Street in Queens. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no contributing driver errors or other factors. The e-bike was traveling west and impacted on the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash resulted in serious injury to the rider but no ejection from the vehicle.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an SUV making a right turn hit him on 49 Street in Queens. The cyclist suffered abrasions over his entire body but remained conscious. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the driver.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on 49 Street was struck on his left side by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions over his entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The impact occurred at the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Boulevard▸A taxi slammed into the rear left of an SUV on Queens Boulevard. The right rear passenger in the SUV suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash happened at night. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Queens Boulevard collided with the left rear bumper of an SUV also traveling east. The impact injured a 27-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the SUV. She sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men. The injured passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A distracted e-bike rider struck a 5-year-old boy crossing Skillman Avenue with the signal. The child bled from the head but stayed conscious. The bike’s front end bore the mark. The crash left the street stained and silent.
A 5-year-old boy was hit by a westbound e-bike while crossing Skillman Avenue at 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the child was crossing with the signal when the e-bike rider, distracted and inattentive, struck him. The boy suffered a head injury and severe lacerations but remained conscious at the scene. The e-bike’s front end showed damage from the impact. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The crash underscores the danger posed to pedestrians, especially children, by inattentive riders on city streets.
Taxi Hits SUV Passenger on Skillman Avenue▸A taxi struck the right side of an SUV on Skillman Avenue in Queens. The SUV’s rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, suffered bruises and full-body contusions. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. The passenger was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Skillman Avenue in Queens involving a taxi and a 2020 Kia SUV. The taxi, traveling north, impacted the right side doors of the SUV, which was traveling west. The SUV’s right rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and bruises to her entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. She was secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Motorcycle Eastbound▸A sedan making a left turn struck a motorcycle traveling east on 48 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Nissan sedan was making a left turn on 48 Avenue in Queens when it collided with a 2018 Honda motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old male, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the motorcycle’s center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
S 1078Gianaris votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-05-16
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Crash▸An e-bike rider crashed on 36 Street near Queens Boulevard. The 35-year-old man fractured and dislocated his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet. The crash caused serious injury but no ejection from the bike.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old male e-bike driver was injured in a crash on 36 Street in Queens. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no contributing driver errors or other factors. The e-bike was traveling west and impacted on the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash resulted in serious injury to the rider but no ejection from the vehicle.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an SUV making a right turn hit him on 49 Street in Queens. The cyclist suffered abrasions over his entire body but remained conscious. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the driver.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on 49 Street was struck on his left side by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions over his entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The impact occurred at the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Boulevard▸A taxi slammed into the rear left of an SUV on Queens Boulevard. The right rear passenger in the SUV suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash happened at night. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Queens Boulevard collided with the left rear bumper of an SUV also traveling east. The impact injured a 27-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the SUV. She sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men. The injured passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A taxi struck the right side of an SUV on Skillman Avenue in Queens. The SUV’s rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, suffered bruises and full-body contusions. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. The passenger was conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Skillman Avenue in Queens involving a taxi and a 2020 Kia SUV. The taxi, traveling north, impacted the right side doors of the SUV, which was traveling west. The SUV’s right rear passenger, a 55-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and bruises to her entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. She was secured with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Motorcycle Eastbound▸A sedan making a left turn struck a motorcycle traveling east on 48 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Nissan sedan was making a left turn on 48 Avenue in Queens when it collided with a 2018 Honda motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old male, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the motorcycle’s center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
S 1078Gianaris votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
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Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Published 2022-05-16
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Crash▸An e-bike rider crashed on 36 Street near Queens Boulevard. The 35-year-old man fractured and dislocated his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet. The crash caused serious injury but no ejection from the bike.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old male e-bike driver was injured in a crash on 36 Street in Queens. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no contributing driver errors or other factors. The e-bike was traveling west and impacted on the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash resulted in serious injury to the rider but no ejection from the vehicle.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an SUV making a right turn hit him on 49 Street in Queens. The cyclist suffered abrasions over his entire body but remained conscious. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the driver.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on 49 Street was struck on his left side by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions over his entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The impact occurred at the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Boulevard▸A taxi slammed into the rear left of an SUV on Queens Boulevard. The right rear passenger in the SUV suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash happened at night. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Queens Boulevard collided with the left rear bumper of an SUV also traveling east. The impact injured a 27-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the SUV. She sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men. The injured passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A sedan making a left turn struck a motorcycle traveling east on 48 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. Driver distraction was a factor.
According to the police report, a 2019 Nissan sedan was making a left turn on 48 Avenue in Queens when it collided with a 2018 Honda motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old male, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the motorcycle’s center front end. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and female. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
S 1078Gianaris votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-05-16
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Crash▸An e-bike rider crashed on 36 Street near Queens Boulevard. The 35-year-old man fractured and dislocated his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet. The crash caused serious injury but no ejection from the bike.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old male e-bike driver was injured in a crash on 36 Street in Queens. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no contributing driver errors or other factors. The e-bike was traveling west and impacted on the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash resulted in serious injury to the rider but no ejection from the vehicle.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an SUV making a right turn hit him on 49 Street in Queens. The cyclist suffered abrasions over his entire body but remained conscious. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the driver.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on 49 Street was struck on his left side by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions over his entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The impact occurred at the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Boulevard▸A taxi slammed into the rear left of an SUV on Queens Boulevard. The right rear passenger in the SUV suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash happened at night. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Queens Boulevard collided with the left rear bumper of an SUV also traveling east. The impact injured a 27-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the SUV. She sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men. The injured passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
- File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-05-16
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Crash▸An e-bike rider crashed on 36 Street near Queens Boulevard. The 35-year-old man fractured and dislocated his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet. The crash caused serious injury but no ejection from the bike.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old male e-bike driver was injured in a crash on 36 Street in Queens. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no contributing driver errors or other factors. The e-bike was traveling west and impacted on the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash resulted in serious injury to the rider but no ejection from the vehicle.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an SUV making a right turn hit him on 49 Street in Queens. The cyclist suffered abrasions over his entire body but remained conscious. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the driver.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on 49 Street was struck on his left side by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions over his entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The impact occurred at the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Boulevard▸A taxi slammed into the rear left of an SUV on Queens Boulevard. The right rear passenger in the SUV suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash happened at night. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Queens Boulevard collided with the left rear bumper of an SUV also traveling east. The impact injured a 27-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the SUV. She sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men. The injured passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Crash▸An e-bike rider crashed on 36 Street near Queens Boulevard. The 35-year-old man fractured and dislocated his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet. The crash caused serious injury but no ejection from the bike.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old male e-bike driver was injured in a crash on 36 Street in Queens. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no contributing driver errors or other factors. The e-bike was traveling west and impacted on the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash resulted in serious injury to the rider but no ejection from the vehicle.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an SUV making a right turn hit him on 49 Street in Queens. The cyclist suffered abrasions over his entire body but remained conscious. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the driver.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on 49 Street was struck on his left side by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions over his entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The impact occurred at the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Boulevard▸A taxi slammed into the rear left of an SUV on Queens Boulevard. The right rear passenger in the SUV suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash happened at night. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Queens Boulevard collided with the left rear bumper of an SUV also traveling east. The impact injured a 27-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the SUV. She sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men. The injured passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
An e-bike rider crashed on 36 Street near Queens Boulevard. The 35-year-old man fractured and dislocated his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet. The crash caused serious injury but no ejection from the bike.
According to the police report, a 35-year-old male e-bike driver was injured in a crash on 36 Street in Queens. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious and wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists no contributing driver errors or other factors. The e-bike was traveling west and impacted on the left front quarter panel. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash resulted in serious injury to the rider but no ejection from the vehicle.
SUV Turns Right, Strikes Westbound Bicyclist▸A 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an SUV making a right turn hit him on 49 Street in Queens. The cyclist suffered abrasions over his entire body but remained conscious. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the driver.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on 49 Street was struck on his left side by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions over his entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The impact occurred at the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Boulevard▸A taxi slammed into the rear left of an SUV on Queens Boulevard. The right rear passenger in the SUV suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash happened at night. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Queens Boulevard collided with the left rear bumper of an SUV also traveling east. The impact injured a 27-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the SUV. She sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men. The injured passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when an SUV making a right turn hit him on 49 Street in Queens. The cyclist suffered abrasions over his entire body but remained conscious. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the driver.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist traveling westbound on 49 Street was struck on his left side by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The bicyclist, wearing a helmet, sustained abrasions over his entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The impact occurred at the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's left side doors. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.
Taxi Rear-Ends SUV on Queens Boulevard▸A taxi slammed into the rear left of an SUV on Queens Boulevard. The right rear passenger in the SUV suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash happened at night. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Queens Boulevard collided with the left rear bumper of an SUV also traveling east. The impact injured a 27-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the SUV. She sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men. The injured passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A taxi slammed into the rear left of an SUV on Queens Boulevard. The right rear passenger in the SUV suffered a head injury and whiplash. The crash happened at night. The passenger was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Queens Boulevard collided with the left rear bumper of an SUV also traveling east. The impact injured a 27-year-old female occupant in the right rear seat of the SUV. She sustained a head injury and complained of whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the SUV. Both drivers were licensed men. The injured passenger was secured with a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A tractor truck slammed into the right side of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash happened late at night amid driver distraction and tailgating.
According to the police report, a tractor truck traveling east collided with the right side doors of a northbound SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The SUV driver, a 28-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including Following Too Closely and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The truck struck the SUV’s right side with its center front end. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash involved licensed drivers from Indiana and New Jersey, with the SUV driver alone in his vehicle.
Sedan Hits Passenger, Causes Arm Injury▸A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard struck its front passenger. The passenger suffered a contusion to the elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive and distracted. The vehicle's front center end was damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, a 2017 sedan traveling west on Laurel Hill Boulevard crashed, impacting the front center end of the vehicle. The front passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle had two occupants and was going straight ahead at the time of the crash. The damage was centered on the front end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
An e-scooter rider struck the back of a sedan on Greenpoint Avenue in Queens. The rider suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan showed no damage. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling east on Greenpoint Avenue collided with the rear of a westbound sedan. The e-scooter rider sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and remained conscious. The sedan showed no damage. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were specified. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan driver’s license status and identity were not provided. The collision occurred with the e-scooter impacting the center back end of the sedan. The rider was not ejected from the vehicle.
2SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Queens Boulevard▸An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
An SUV changed lanes and struck a stopped sedan on Queens Boulevard. Both drivers suffered injuries. The SUV driver was distracted. The sedan driver was stopped. Both men wore seat belts. Impact damaged the front of the SUV and rear of the sedan.
According to the police report, a 2020 SUV traveling east on Queens Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a 2021 sedan stopped in traffic. Both drivers, men aged 39 and 37, were injured. The SUV driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was in shock. The sedan driver sustained facial injuries and minor bleeding, also in shock. Both drivers were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan driver had no specified contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left rear bumper.
S 3897Gianaris votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
- File S 3897, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
Queens Sedans Collide on 43 Avenue▸Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Two sedans crashed on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver made a left turn into the path of another going straight. The front passenger in the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Both drivers were distracted at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 43 Avenue in Queens. One driver was making a left turn while the other was traveling straight ahead. The collision occurred at the left front bumper of the turning vehicle and the right front quarter panel of the other. The front passenger in the sedan going straight was injured, suffering back pain and shock. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both drivers. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.