About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 6
▸ Crush Injuries 6
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 5
▸ Severe Lacerations 8
▸ Concussion 2
▸ Whiplash 22
▸ Contusion/Bruise 63
▸ Abrasion 29
▸ Pain/Nausea 22
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
CloseSunnyside 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
Other Representatives
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.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Sunnyside
27
E-bike Rider Ejected on Queens Boulevard▸Jul 27 - E-bike rider thrown and ejected on Queens Boulevard at 42nd Street. A 65-year-old man suffered full-body injuries and was left in shock. Police listed no contributing driver errors.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old e-bike rider was ejected while traveling east on Queens Boulevard at 42nd Street after the e-bike struck the left side doors and left front quarter panel. The rider suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock. The report lists no contributing driver errors or factors. Vehicle records show two unspecified motor vehicles and the e-bike. The e-bike's pre-crash action is recorded as 'Going Straight Ahead' and the point of impact is recorded as 'Left Side Doors' with damage to the left front quarter panel.
26
Rear-End Crash on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸Jul 26 - Sedans collided on Queens Blvd. One driver hurt, back injury, shock. Police cite following too closely. Center front slammed into center rear. System failed to protect those inside.
Two sedans crashed on Queens Blvd at 32 Place. One driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered a back injury and shock. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' Both vehicles were going straight when the front of one sedan struck the rear of the other. The report lists no other contributing factors. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
23
Speeding Sedan Hits Bus, Child Injured▸Jul 23 - A speeding sedan struck a bus at 43rd Street and 56th Road. Three people hurt, including a five-year-old girl. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal and bodies took the blow. The street stayed silent.
A sedan and a bus collided at 43rd Street and 56th Road in Queens. Three people were injured: a five-year-old girl riding as a passenger, a 50-year-old male driver, and a 23-year-old female driver. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan hit the bus’s left rear quarter panel. The child and both drivers suffered injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the main contributing factor.
21
Queens Moped Demolished; Two Teens Ejected▸Jul 21 - Two teenage moped riders were ejected and injured when a moped and two motor vehicles collided on 39 St at 47 Ave in Queens. Both teens suffered leg fractures and dislocations. Police listed traffic-control disregarded.
Two teens on a moped were ejected and severely hurt when the moped and two motor vehicles collided on 39 St at 47 Ave in Queens. The 17-year-old driver and a 16-year-old passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee/lower leg/foot. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show a sedan traveling north with left-front quarter-panel damage, an SUV traveling south with left-front bumper damage, and a demolished moped traveling east. Both moped occupants were recorded as ejected. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries; no additional contributing factors are listed.
14
Four Injured in Borden Avenue Sedan Crash▸Jul 14 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. Four people were injured. Drivers and passengers suffered head, neck, arm, and abdominal wounds. Police cited driver distraction and listed unsafe speed.
Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. Four people were injured: a 59-year-old male driver with arm contusions; a 33-year-old female passenger with head wounds; a 25-year-old male driver with abdominal pain; and a 34-year-old male passenger with neck pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Unsafe Speed' for one driver. Police recorded no pedestrians or cyclists involved. The crash left multiple occupants hurt and vehicles with front-end damage.
12
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 12 - Two bikes collided on Queens Blvd. One rider, 51, suffered arm abrasions. Unsafe lane changing triggered the crash. A 13-year-old cyclist was also involved. No vehicle damage reported.
Two bicyclists crashed on Queens Blvd at Skillman Ave in Queens. A 51-year-old man was injured, suffering abrasions to his arm. A 13-year-old boy was also involved but not reported injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' Both cyclists were riding without safety equipment. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No motor vehicles were involved. No damage to the bikes was reported.
9
Sedan Hits Scooter, Rider Ejected on Queens Blvd▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit a standing scooter on Queens Boulevard at 40 St. The 37-year-old scooter driver was ejected and suffered lower-leg and internal injuries. Police listed unspecified factors; no driver errors were cited.
On Queens Boulevard at 40 St, the driver of a sedan collided with a standing scooter. The scooter driver, 37, was ejected and suffered knee/lower-leg and internal injuries and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report …" both vehicles were going straight ahead. The report lists "Unspecified" as the contributing factors and does not cite any specific driver errors. Police recorded the scooter as a 'Standing S' with left-side-door impact and the sedan with center front-end damage. No other injuries were reported.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Queens Expressway Merge Crash Injures Three▸Jul 8 - A merging sedan collided with two westbound cars on the Long Island Expressway. Three occupants were hurt: a 45-year-old man with a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl with a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman with a head wound. Police recorded driver inattention.
On the Long Island Expressway in Queens, the driver of a CT-registered Mitsubishi sedan merged into westbound traffic and struck the center back ends of two other westbound sedans. Three people were injured: a 45-year-old man suffered a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl had a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman bled from the head. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. Police data show the Mitsubishi’s pre-crash action was merging and the other vehicles were going straight. All injured parties were occupants or passengers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
2
Gianaris Backs Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸Jul 2 - Zohran Mamdani’s fare-free bus pilot drew more riders. Fewer cars. Streets safer. City weighs expansion. Vulnerable users stand to gain. The debate: cost, service, and public space.
Bill: Fare-free bus pilot, led by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, reported July 2, 2025, by New York Magazine - Curbed. The pilot ran for one year, costing $15 million, with increased ridership and fewer assaults on drivers. Mamdani supports expanding bus lanes and meeting Streets Master Plan mandates. State Senator Michael Gianaris backed the pilot, calling the cost manageable. Experts warn of service tradeoffs. The safety analyst notes: increased ridership signals a shift from cars, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through safety in numbers and less vehicle traffic. Expansion remains debated.
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What It Would Take to Make Buses Free,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-02
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
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First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jul 27 - E-bike rider thrown and ejected on Queens Boulevard at 42nd Street. A 65-year-old man suffered full-body injuries and was left in shock. Police listed no contributing driver errors.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old e-bike rider was ejected while traveling east on Queens Boulevard at 42nd Street after the e-bike struck the left side doors and left front quarter panel. The rider suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock. The report lists no contributing driver errors or factors. Vehicle records show two unspecified motor vehicles and the e-bike. The e-bike's pre-crash action is recorded as 'Going Straight Ahead' and the point of impact is recorded as 'Left Side Doors' with damage to the left front quarter panel.
26
Rear-End Crash on Queens Blvd Injures Driver▸Jul 26 - Sedans collided on Queens Blvd. One driver hurt, back injury, shock. Police cite following too closely. Center front slammed into center rear. System failed to protect those inside.
Two sedans crashed on Queens Blvd at 32 Place. One driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered a back injury and shock. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' Both vehicles were going straight when the front of one sedan struck the rear of the other. The report lists no other contributing factors. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
23
Speeding Sedan Hits Bus, Child Injured▸Jul 23 - A speeding sedan struck a bus at 43rd Street and 56th Road. Three people hurt, including a five-year-old girl. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal and bodies took the blow. The street stayed silent.
A sedan and a bus collided at 43rd Street and 56th Road in Queens. Three people were injured: a five-year-old girl riding as a passenger, a 50-year-old male driver, and a 23-year-old female driver. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan hit the bus’s left rear quarter panel. The child and both drivers suffered injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the main contributing factor.
21
Queens Moped Demolished; Two Teens Ejected▸Jul 21 - Two teenage moped riders were ejected and injured when a moped and two motor vehicles collided on 39 St at 47 Ave in Queens. Both teens suffered leg fractures and dislocations. Police listed traffic-control disregarded.
Two teens on a moped were ejected and severely hurt when the moped and two motor vehicles collided on 39 St at 47 Ave in Queens. The 17-year-old driver and a 16-year-old passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee/lower leg/foot. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show a sedan traveling north with left-front quarter-panel damage, an SUV traveling south with left-front bumper damage, and a demolished moped traveling east. Both moped occupants were recorded as ejected. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries; no additional contributing factors are listed.
14
Four Injured in Borden Avenue Sedan Crash▸Jul 14 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. Four people were injured. Drivers and passengers suffered head, neck, arm, and abdominal wounds. Police cited driver distraction and listed unsafe speed.
Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. Four people were injured: a 59-year-old male driver with arm contusions; a 33-year-old female passenger with head wounds; a 25-year-old male driver with abdominal pain; and a 34-year-old male passenger with neck pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Unsafe Speed' for one driver. Police recorded no pedestrians or cyclists involved. The crash left multiple occupants hurt and vehicles with front-end damage.
12
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 12 - Two bikes collided on Queens Blvd. One rider, 51, suffered arm abrasions. Unsafe lane changing triggered the crash. A 13-year-old cyclist was also involved. No vehicle damage reported.
Two bicyclists crashed on Queens Blvd at Skillman Ave in Queens. A 51-year-old man was injured, suffering abrasions to his arm. A 13-year-old boy was also involved but not reported injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' Both cyclists were riding without safety equipment. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No motor vehicles were involved. No damage to the bikes was reported.
9
Sedan Hits Scooter, Rider Ejected on Queens Blvd▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit a standing scooter on Queens Boulevard at 40 St. The 37-year-old scooter driver was ejected and suffered lower-leg and internal injuries. Police listed unspecified factors; no driver errors were cited.
On Queens Boulevard at 40 St, the driver of a sedan collided with a standing scooter. The scooter driver, 37, was ejected and suffered knee/lower-leg and internal injuries and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report …" both vehicles were going straight ahead. The report lists "Unspecified" as the contributing factors and does not cite any specific driver errors. Police recorded the scooter as a 'Standing S' with left-side-door impact and the sedan with center front-end damage. No other injuries were reported.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Queens Expressway Merge Crash Injures Three▸Jul 8 - A merging sedan collided with two westbound cars on the Long Island Expressway. Three occupants were hurt: a 45-year-old man with a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl with a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman with a head wound. Police recorded driver inattention.
On the Long Island Expressway in Queens, the driver of a CT-registered Mitsubishi sedan merged into westbound traffic and struck the center back ends of two other westbound sedans. Three people were injured: a 45-year-old man suffered a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl had a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman bled from the head. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. Police data show the Mitsubishi’s pre-crash action was merging and the other vehicles were going straight. All injured parties were occupants or passengers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
2
Gianaris Backs Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸Jul 2 - Zohran Mamdani’s fare-free bus pilot drew more riders. Fewer cars. Streets safer. City weighs expansion. Vulnerable users stand to gain. The debate: cost, service, and public space.
Bill: Fare-free bus pilot, led by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, reported July 2, 2025, by New York Magazine - Curbed. The pilot ran for one year, costing $15 million, with increased ridership and fewer assaults on drivers. Mamdani supports expanding bus lanes and meeting Streets Master Plan mandates. State Senator Michael Gianaris backed the pilot, calling the cost manageable. Experts warn of service tradeoffs. The safety analyst notes: increased ridership signals a shift from cars, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through safety in numbers and less vehicle traffic. Expansion remains debated.
-
What It Would Take to Make Buses Free,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-02
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
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First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jul 26 - Sedans collided on Queens Blvd. One driver hurt, back injury, shock. Police cite following too closely. Center front slammed into center rear. System failed to protect those inside.
Two sedans crashed on Queens Blvd at 32 Place. One driver, a 35-year-old man, suffered a back injury and shock. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' Both vehicles were going straight when the front of one sedan struck the rear of the other. The report lists no other contributing factors. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance.
23
Speeding Sedan Hits Bus, Child Injured▸Jul 23 - A speeding sedan struck a bus at 43rd Street and 56th Road. Three people hurt, including a five-year-old girl. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal and bodies took the blow. The street stayed silent.
A sedan and a bus collided at 43rd Street and 56th Road in Queens. Three people were injured: a five-year-old girl riding as a passenger, a 50-year-old male driver, and a 23-year-old female driver. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan hit the bus’s left rear quarter panel. The child and both drivers suffered injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the main contributing factor.
21
Queens Moped Demolished; Two Teens Ejected▸Jul 21 - Two teenage moped riders were ejected and injured when a moped and two motor vehicles collided on 39 St at 47 Ave in Queens. Both teens suffered leg fractures and dislocations. Police listed traffic-control disregarded.
Two teens on a moped were ejected and severely hurt when the moped and two motor vehicles collided on 39 St at 47 Ave in Queens. The 17-year-old driver and a 16-year-old passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee/lower leg/foot. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show a sedan traveling north with left-front quarter-panel damage, an SUV traveling south with left-front bumper damage, and a demolished moped traveling east. Both moped occupants were recorded as ejected. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries; no additional contributing factors are listed.
14
Four Injured in Borden Avenue Sedan Crash▸Jul 14 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. Four people were injured. Drivers and passengers suffered head, neck, arm, and abdominal wounds. Police cited driver distraction and listed unsafe speed.
Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. Four people were injured: a 59-year-old male driver with arm contusions; a 33-year-old female passenger with head wounds; a 25-year-old male driver with abdominal pain; and a 34-year-old male passenger with neck pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Unsafe Speed' for one driver. Police recorded no pedestrians or cyclists involved. The crash left multiple occupants hurt and vehicles with front-end damage.
12
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 12 - Two bikes collided on Queens Blvd. One rider, 51, suffered arm abrasions. Unsafe lane changing triggered the crash. A 13-year-old cyclist was also involved. No vehicle damage reported.
Two bicyclists crashed on Queens Blvd at Skillman Ave in Queens. A 51-year-old man was injured, suffering abrasions to his arm. A 13-year-old boy was also involved but not reported injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' Both cyclists were riding without safety equipment. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No motor vehicles were involved. No damage to the bikes was reported.
9
Sedan Hits Scooter, Rider Ejected on Queens Blvd▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit a standing scooter on Queens Boulevard at 40 St. The 37-year-old scooter driver was ejected and suffered lower-leg and internal injuries. Police listed unspecified factors; no driver errors were cited.
On Queens Boulevard at 40 St, the driver of a sedan collided with a standing scooter. The scooter driver, 37, was ejected and suffered knee/lower-leg and internal injuries and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report …" both vehicles were going straight ahead. The report lists "Unspecified" as the contributing factors and does not cite any specific driver errors. Police recorded the scooter as a 'Standing S' with left-side-door impact and the sedan with center front-end damage. No other injuries were reported.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Queens Expressway Merge Crash Injures Three▸Jul 8 - A merging sedan collided with two westbound cars on the Long Island Expressway. Three occupants were hurt: a 45-year-old man with a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl with a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman with a head wound. Police recorded driver inattention.
On the Long Island Expressway in Queens, the driver of a CT-registered Mitsubishi sedan merged into westbound traffic and struck the center back ends of two other westbound sedans. Three people were injured: a 45-year-old man suffered a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl had a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman bled from the head. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. Police data show the Mitsubishi’s pre-crash action was merging and the other vehicles were going straight. All injured parties were occupants or passengers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
2
Gianaris Backs Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸Jul 2 - Zohran Mamdani’s fare-free bus pilot drew more riders. Fewer cars. Streets safer. City weighs expansion. Vulnerable users stand to gain. The debate: cost, service, and public space.
Bill: Fare-free bus pilot, led by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, reported July 2, 2025, by New York Magazine - Curbed. The pilot ran for one year, costing $15 million, with increased ridership and fewer assaults on drivers. Mamdani supports expanding bus lanes and meeting Streets Master Plan mandates. State Senator Michael Gianaris backed the pilot, calling the cost manageable. Experts warn of service tradeoffs. The safety analyst notes: increased ridership signals a shift from cars, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through safety in numbers and less vehicle traffic. Expansion remains debated.
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What It Would Take to Make Buses Free,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-02
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
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First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jul 23 - A speeding sedan struck a bus at 43rd Street and 56th Road. Three people hurt, including a five-year-old girl. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal and bodies took the blow. The street stayed silent.
A sedan and a bus collided at 43rd Street and 56th Road in Queens. Three people were injured: a five-year-old girl riding as a passenger, a 50-year-old male driver, and a 23-year-old female driver. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan hit the bus’s left rear quarter panel. The child and both drivers suffered injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the main contributing factor.
21
Queens Moped Demolished; Two Teens Ejected▸Jul 21 - Two teenage moped riders were ejected and injured when a moped and two motor vehicles collided on 39 St at 47 Ave in Queens. Both teens suffered leg fractures and dislocations. Police listed traffic-control disregarded.
Two teens on a moped were ejected and severely hurt when the moped and two motor vehicles collided on 39 St at 47 Ave in Queens. The 17-year-old driver and a 16-year-old passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee/lower leg/foot. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show a sedan traveling north with left-front quarter-panel damage, an SUV traveling south with left-front bumper damage, and a demolished moped traveling east. Both moped occupants were recorded as ejected. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries; no additional contributing factors are listed.
14
Four Injured in Borden Avenue Sedan Crash▸Jul 14 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. Four people were injured. Drivers and passengers suffered head, neck, arm, and abdominal wounds. Police cited driver distraction and listed unsafe speed.
Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. Four people were injured: a 59-year-old male driver with arm contusions; a 33-year-old female passenger with head wounds; a 25-year-old male driver with abdominal pain; and a 34-year-old male passenger with neck pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Unsafe Speed' for one driver. Police recorded no pedestrians or cyclists involved. The crash left multiple occupants hurt and vehicles with front-end damage.
12
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 12 - Two bikes collided on Queens Blvd. One rider, 51, suffered arm abrasions. Unsafe lane changing triggered the crash. A 13-year-old cyclist was also involved. No vehicle damage reported.
Two bicyclists crashed on Queens Blvd at Skillman Ave in Queens. A 51-year-old man was injured, suffering abrasions to his arm. A 13-year-old boy was also involved but not reported injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' Both cyclists were riding without safety equipment. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No motor vehicles were involved. No damage to the bikes was reported.
9
Sedan Hits Scooter, Rider Ejected on Queens Blvd▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit a standing scooter on Queens Boulevard at 40 St. The 37-year-old scooter driver was ejected and suffered lower-leg and internal injuries. Police listed unspecified factors; no driver errors were cited.
On Queens Boulevard at 40 St, the driver of a sedan collided with a standing scooter. The scooter driver, 37, was ejected and suffered knee/lower-leg and internal injuries and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report …" both vehicles were going straight ahead. The report lists "Unspecified" as the contributing factors and does not cite any specific driver errors. Police recorded the scooter as a 'Standing S' with left-side-door impact and the sedan with center front-end damage. No other injuries were reported.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Queens Expressway Merge Crash Injures Three▸Jul 8 - A merging sedan collided with two westbound cars on the Long Island Expressway. Three occupants were hurt: a 45-year-old man with a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl with a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman with a head wound. Police recorded driver inattention.
On the Long Island Expressway in Queens, the driver of a CT-registered Mitsubishi sedan merged into westbound traffic and struck the center back ends of two other westbound sedans. Three people were injured: a 45-year-old man suffered a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl had a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman bled from the head. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. Police data show the Mitsubishi’s pre-crash action was merging and the other vehicles were going straight. All injured parties were occupants or passengers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
2
Gianaris Backs Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸Jul 2 - Zohran Mamdani’s fare-free bus pilot drew more riders. Fewer cars. Streets safer. City weighs expansion. Vulnerable users stand to gain. The debate: cost, service, and public space.
Bill: Fare-free bus pilot, led by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, reported July 2, 2025, by New York Magazine - Curbed. The pilot ran for one year, costing $15 million, with increased ridership and fewer assaults on drivers. Mamdani supports expanding bus lanes and meeting Streets Master Plan mandates. State Senator Michael Gianaris backed the pilot, calling the cost manageable. Experts warn of service tradeoffs. The safety analyst notes: increased ridership signals a shift from cars, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through safety in numbers and less vehicle traffic. Expansion remains debated.
-
What It Would Take to Make Buses Free,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-02
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
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First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jul 21 - Two teenage moped riders were ejected and injured when a moped and two motor vehicles collided on 39 St at 47 Ave in Queens. Both teens suffered leg fractures and dislocations. Police listed traffic-control disregarded.
Two teens on a moped were ejected and severely hurt when the moped and two motor vehicles collided on 39 St at 47 Ave in Queens. The 17-year-old driver and a 16-year-old passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee/lower leg/foot. According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" was listed as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show a sedan traveling north with left-front quarter-panel damage, an SUV traveling south with left-front bumper damage, and a demolished moped traveling east. Both moped occupants were recorded as ejected. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries; no additional contributing factors are listed.
14
Four Injured in Borden Avenue Sedan Crash▸Jul 14 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. Four people were injured. Drivers and passengers suffered head, neck, arm, and abdominal wounds. Police cited driver distraction and listed unsafe speed.
Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. Four people were injured: a 59-year-old male driver with arm contusions; a 33-year-old female passenger with head wounds; a 25-year-old male driver with abdominal pain; and a 34-year-old male passenger with neck pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Unsafe Speed' for one driver. Police recorded no pedestrians or cyclists involved. The crash left multiple occupants hurt and vehicles with front-end damage.
12
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 12 - Two bikes collided on Queens Blvd. One rider, 51, suffered arm abrasions. Unsafe lane changing triggered the crash. A 13-year-old cyclist was also involved. No vehicle damage reported.
Two bicyclists crashed on Queens Blvd at Skillman Ave in Queens. A 51-year-old man was injured, suffering abrasions to his arm. A 13-year-old boy was also involved but not reported injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' Both cyclists were riding without safety equipment. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No motor vehicles were involved. No damage to the bikes was reported.
9
Sedan Hits Scooter, Rider Ejected on Queens Blvd▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit a standing scooter on Queens Boulevard at 40 St. The 37-year-old scooter driver was ejected and suffered lower-leg and internal injuries. Police listed unspecified factors; no driver errors were cited.
On Queens Boulevard at 40 St, the driver of a sedan collided with a standing scooter. The scooter driver, 37, was ejected and suffered knee/lower-leg and internal injuries and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report …" both vehicles were going straight ahead. The report lists "Unspecified" as the contributing factors and does not cite any specific driver errors. Police recorded the scooter as a 'Standing S' with left-side-door impact and the sedan with center front-end damage. No other injuries were reported.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Queens Expressway Merge Crash Injures Three▸Jul 8 - A merging sedan collided with two westbound cars on the Long Island Expressway. Three occupants were hurt: a 45-year-old man with a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl with a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman with a head wound. Police recorded driver inattention.
On the Long Island Expressway in Queens, the driver of a CT-registered Mitsubishi sedan merged into westbound traffic and struck the center back ends of two other westbound sedans. Three people were injured: a 45-year-old man suffered a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl had a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman bled from the head. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. Police data show the Mitsubishi’s pre-crash action was merging and the other vehicles were going straight. All injured parties were occupants or passengers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
2
Gianaris Backs Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸Jul 2 - Zohran Mamdani’s fare-free bus pilot drew more riders. Fewer cars. Streets safer. City weighs expansion. Vulnerable users stand to gain. The debate: cost, service, and public space.
Bill: Fare-free bus pilot, led by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, reported July 2, 2025, by New York Magazine - Curbed. The pilot ran for one year, costing $15 million, with increased ridership and fewer assaults on drivers. Mamdani supports expanding bus lanes and meeting Streets Master Plan mandates. State Senator Michael Gianaris backed the pilot, calling the cost manageable. Experts warn of service tradeoffs. The safety analyst notes: increased ridership signals a shift from cars, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through safety in numbers and less vehicle traffic. Expansion remains debated.
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What It Would Take to Make Buses Free,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-02
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
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First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jul 14 - Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. Four people were injured. Drivers and passengers suffered head, neck, arm, and abdominal wounds. Police cited driver distraction and listed unsafe speed.
Two sedans collided on Borden Avenue at Van Dam Street in Queens. Four people were injured: a 59-year-old male driver with arm contusions; a 33-year-old female passenger with head wounds; a 25-year-old male driver with abdominal pain; and a 34-year-old male passenger with neck pain. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The report also lists 'Unsafe Speed' for one driver. Police recorded no pedestrians or cyclists involved. The crash left multiple occupants hurt and vehicles with front-end damage.
12
Unsafe Lane Change Injures Cyclist on Queens Blvd▸Jul 12 - Two bikes collided on Queens Blvd. One rider, 51, suffered arm abrasions. Unsafe lane changing triggered the crash. A 13-year-old cyclist was also involved. No vehicle damage reported.
Two bicyclists crashed on Queens Blvd at Skillman Ave in Queens. A 51-year-old man was injured, suffering abrasions to his arm. A 13-year-old boy was also involved but not reported injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' Both cyclists were riding without safety equipment. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No motor vehicles were involved. No damage to the bikes was reported.
9
Sedan Hits Scooter, Rider Ejected on Queens Blvd▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit a standing scooter on Queens Boulevard at 40 St. The 37-year-old scooter driver was ejected and suffered lower-leg and internal injuries. Police listed unspecified factors; no driver errors were cited.
On Queens Boulevard at 40 St, the driver of a sedan collided with a standing scooter. The scooter driver, 37, was ejected and suffered knee/lower-leg and internal injuries and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report …" both vehicles were going straight ahead. The report lists "Unspecified" as the contributing factors and does not cite any specific driver errors. Police recorded the scooter as a 'Standing S' with left-side-door impact and the sedan with center front-end damage. No other injuries were reported.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Queens Expressway Merge Crash Injures Three▸Jul 8 - A merging sedan collided with two westbound cars on the Long Island Expressway. Three occupants were hurt: a 45-year-old man with a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl with a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman with a head wound. Police recorded driver inattention.
On the Long Island Expressway in Queens, the driver of a CT-registered Mitsubishi sedan merged into westbound traffic and struck the center back ends of two other westbound sedans. Three people were injured: a 45-year-old man suffered a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl had a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman bled from the head. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. Police data show the Mitsubishi’s pre-crash action was merging and the other vehicles were going straight. All injured parties were occupants or passengers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
2
Gianaris Backs Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸Jul 2 - Zohran Mamdani’s fare-free bus pilot drew more riders. Fewer cars. Streets safer. City weighs expansion. Vulnerable users stand to gain. The debate: cost, service, and public space.
Bill: Fare-free bus pilot, led by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, reported July 2, 2025, by New York Magazine - Curbed. The pilot ran for one year, costing $15 million, with increased ridership and fewer assaults on drivers. Mamdani supports expanding bus lanes and meeting Streets Master Plan mandates. State Senator Michael Gianaris backed the pilot, calling the cost manageable. Experts warn of service tradeoffs. The safety analyst notes: increased ridership signals a shift from cars, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through safety in numbers and less vehicle traffic. Expansion remains debated.
-
What It Would Take to Make Buses Free,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-02
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
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First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jul 12 - Two bikes collided on Queens Blvd. One rider, 51, suffered arm abrasions. Unsafe lane changing triggered the crash. A 13-year-old cyclist was also involved. No vehicle damage reported.
Two bicyclists crashed on Queens Blvd at Skillman Ave in Queens. A 51-year-old man was injured, suffering abrasions to his arm. A 13-year-old boy was also involved but not reported injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' Both cyclists were riding without safety equipment. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. No motor vehicles were involved. No damage to the bikes was reported.
9
Sedan Hits Scooter, Rider Ejected on Queens Blvd▸Jul 9 - A sedan hit a standing scooter on Queens Boulevard at 40 St. The 37-year-old scooter driver was ejected and suffered lower-leg and internal injuries. Police listed unspecified factors; no driver errors were cited.
On Queens Boulevard at 40 St, the driver of a sedan collided with a standing scooter. The scooter driver, 37, was ejected and suffered knee/lower-leg and internal injuries and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report …" both vehicles were going straight ahead. The report lists "Unspecified" as the contributing factors and does not cite any specific driver errors. Police recorded the scooter as a 'Standing S' with left-side-door impact and the sedan with center front-end damage. No other injuries were reported.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Queens Expressway Merge Crash Injures Three▸Jul 8 - A merging sedan collided with two westbound cars on the Long Island Expressway. Three occupants were hurt: a 45-year-old man with a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl with a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman with a head wound. Police recorded driver inattention.
On the Long Island Expressway in Queens, the driver of a CT-registered Mitsubishi sedan merged into westbound traffic and struck the center back ends of two other westbound sedans. Three people were injured: a 45-year-old man suffered a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl had a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman bled from the head. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. Police data show the Mitsubishi’s pre-crash action was merging and the other vehicles were going straight. All injured parties were occupants or passengers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
2
Gianaris Backs Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸Jul 2 - Zohran Mamdani’s fare-free bus pilot drew more riders. Fewer cars. Streets safer. City weighs expansion. Vulnerable users stand to gain. The debate: cost, service, and public space.
Bill: Fare-free bus pilot, led by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, reported July 2, 2025, by New York Magazine - Curbed. The pilot ran for one year, costing $15 million, with increased ridership and fewer assaults on drivers. Mamdani supports expanding bus lanes and meeting Streets Master Plan mandates. State Senator Michael Gianaris backed the pilot, calling the cost manageable. Experts warn of service tradeoffs. The safety analyst notes: increased ridership signals a shift from cars, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through safety in numbers and less vehicle traffic. Expansion remains debated.
-
What It Would Take to Make Buses Free,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-02
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
-
First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
-
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jul 9 - A sedan hit a standing scooter on Queens Boulevard at 40 St. The 37-year-old scooter driver was ejected and suffered lower-leg and internal injuries. Police listed unspecified factors; no driver errors were cited.
On Queens Boulevard at 40 St, the driver of a sedan collided with a standing scooter. The scooter driver, 37, was ejected and suffered knee/lower-leg and internal injuries and was conscious at the scene. "According to the police report …" both vehicles were going straight ahead. The report lists "Unspecified" as the contributing factors and does not cite any specific driver errors. Police recorded the scooter as a 'Standing S' with left-side-door impact and the sedan with center front-end damage. No other injuries were reported.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Queens Expressway Merge Crash Injures Three▸Jul 8 - A merging sedan collided with two westbound cars on the Long Island Expressway. Three occupants were hurt: a 45-year-old man with a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl with a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman with a head wound. Police recorded driver inattention.
On the Long Island Expressway in Queens, the driver of a CT-registered Mitsubishi sedan merged into westbound traffic and struck the center back ends of two other westbound sedans. Three people were injured: a 45-year-old man suffered a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl had a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman bled from the head. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. Police data show the Mitsubishi’s pre-crash action was merging and the other vehicles were going straight. All injured parties were occupants or passengers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
2
Gianaris Backs Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸Jul 2 - Zohran Mamdani’s fare-free bus pilot drew more riders. Fewer cars. Streets safer. City weighs expansion. Vulnerable users stand to gain. The debate: cost, service, and public space.
Bill: Fare-free bus pilot, led by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, reported July 2, 2025, by New York Magazine - Curbed. The pilot ran for one year, costing $15 million, with increased ridership and fewer assaults on drivers. Mamdani supports expanding bus lanes and meeting Streets Master Plan mandates. State Senator Michael Gianaris backed the pilot, calling the cost manageable. Experts warn of service tradeoffs. The safety analyst notes: increased ridership signals a shift from cars, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through safety in numbers and less vehicle traffic. Expansion remains debated.
-
What It Would Take to Make Buses Free,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-02
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
-
First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
-
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
- E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens, New York Post, Published 2025-07-09
8
Queens Expressway Merge Crash Injures Three▸Jul 8 - A merging sedan collided with two westbound cars on the Long Island Expressway. Three occupants were hurt: a 45-year-old man with a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl with a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman with a head wound. Police recorded driver inattention.
On the Long Island Expressway in Queens, the driver of a CT-registered Mitsubishi sedan merged into westbound traffic and struck the center back ends of two other westbound sedans. Three people were injured: a 45-year-old man suffered a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl had a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman bled from the head. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. Police data show the Mitsubishi’s pre-crash action was merging and the other vehicles were going straight. All injured parties were occupants or passengers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
2
Gianaris Backs Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸Jul 2 - Zohran Mamdani’s fare-free bus pilot drew more riders. Fewer cars. Streets safer. City weighs expansion. Vulnerable users stand to gain. The debate: cost, service, and public space.
Bill: Fare-free bus pilot, led by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, reported July 2, 2025, by New York Magazine - Curbed. The pilot ran for one year, costing $15 million, with increased ridership and fewer assaults on drivers. Mamdani supports expanding bus lanes and meeting Streets Master Plan mandates. State Senator Michael Gianaris backed the pilot, calling the cost manageable. Experts warn of service tradeoffs. The safety analyst notes: increased ridership signals a shift from cars, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through safety in numbers and less vehicle traffic. Expansion remains debated.
-
What It Would Take to Make Buses Free,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-02
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
-
First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
-
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jul 8 - A merging sedan collided with two westbound cars on the Long Island Expressway. Three occupants were hurt: a 45-year-old man with a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl with a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman with a head wound. Police recorded driver inattention.
On the Long Island Expressway in Queens, the driver of a CT-registered Mitsubishi sedan merged into westbound traffic and struck the center back ends of two other westbound sedans. Three people were injured: a 45-year-old man suffered a shoulder contusion, a 6-year-old girl had a head abrasion, and a 28-year-old woman bled from the head. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" was a contributing factor. Police data show the Mitsubishi’s pre-crash action was merging and the other vehicles were going straight. All injured parties were occupants or passengers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
2
Gianaris Backs Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸Jul 2 - Zohran Mamdani’s fare-free bus pilot drew more riders. Fewer cars. Streets safer. City weighs expansion. Vulnerable users stand to gain. The debate: cost, service, and public space.
Bill: Fare-free bus pilot, led by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, reported July 2, 2025, by New York Magazine - Curbed. The pilot ran for one year, costing $15 million, with increased ridership and fewer assaults on drivers. Mamdani supports expanding bus lanes and meeting Streets Master Plan mandates. State Senator Michael Gianaris backed the pilot, calling the cost manageable. Experts warn of service tradeoffs. The safety analyst notes: increased ridership signals a shift from cars, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through safety in numbers and less vehicle traffic. Expansion remains debated.
-
What It Would Take to Make Buses Free,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-02
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
-
First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
-
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
- BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-07
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
2
Gianaris Backs Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸Jul 2 - Zohran Mamdani’s fare-free bus pilot drew more riders. Fewer cars. Streets safer. City weighs expansion. Vulnerable users stand to gain. The debate: cost, service, and public space.
Bill: Fare-free bus pilot, led by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, reported July 2, 2025, by New York Magazine - Curbed. The pilot ran for one year, costing $15 million, with increased ridership and fewer assaults on drivers. Mamdani supports expanding bus lanes and meeting Streets Master Plan mandates. State Senator Michael Gianaris backed the pilot, calling the cost manageable. Experts warn of service tradeoffs. The safety analyst notes: increased ridership signals a shift from cars, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through safety in numbers and less vehicle traffic. Expansion remains debated.
-
What It Would Take to Make Buses Free,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-02
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
-
First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
-
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
- Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car, The New York Times, Published 2025-07-04
2
Gianaris Backs Safety Boosting Fare Free Bus Pilot▸Jul 2 - Zohran Mamdani’s fare-free bus pilot drew more riders. Fewer cars. Streets safer. City weighs expansion. Vulnerable users stand to gain. The debate: cost, service, and public space.
Bill: Fare-free bus pilot, led by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, reported July 2, 2025, by New York Magazine - Curbed. The pilot ran for one year, costing $15 million, with increased ridership and fewer assaults on drivers. Mamdani supports expanding bus lanes and meeting Streets Master Plan mandates. State Senator Michael Gianaris backed the pilot, calling the cost manageable. Experts warn of service tradeoffs. The safety analyst notes: increased ridership signals a shift from cars, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through safety in numbers and less vehicle traffic. Expansion remains debated.
-
What It Would Take to Make Buses Free,
New York Magazine - Curbed,
Published 2025-07-02
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
-
First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
-
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jul 2 - Zohran Mamdani’s fare-free bus pilot drew more riders. Fewer cars. Streets safer. City weighs expansion. Vulnerable users stand to gain. The debate: cost, service, and public space.
Bill: Fare-free bus pilot, led by Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, reported July 2, 2025, by New York Magazine - Curbed. The pilot ran for one year, costing $15 million, with increased ridership and fewer assaults on drivers. Mamdani supports expanding bus lanes and meeting Streets Master Plan mandates. State Senator Michael Gianaris backed the pilot, calling the cost manageable. Experts warn of service tradeoffs. The safety analyst notes: increased ridership signals a shift from cars, boosting safety for pedestrians and cyclists through safety in numbers and less vehicle traffic. Expansion remains debated.
- What It Would Take to Make Buses Free, New York Magazine - Curbed, Published 2025-07-02
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
-
First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30
30Int 0857-2024
Won votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, improving street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
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First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
-
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30
29
Valdez Supports Safety Boosting Queens Bus Network Redesign▸Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
-
First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing,
AMNY,
Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
-
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jun 29 - Queens rolled out its new bus network. Riders lined up at the Q12 stop on Northern Boulevard. No chaos. No crashes. Just buses and bodies in the heat. Fewer cars, safer streets for all.
On June 29, 2025, the Queens bus network redesign launched, marking the first major overhaul since the 1950s. The event, covered by AMNY, saw new routes and stops, including changes to the Q12 and Q13. Assembly Member Claire Valdez praised the redesign, calling buses a 'critical lifeline.' Transit advocates split: Riders Alliance applauded the move, while Passengers United warned of harm to vulnerable riders. A safety analyst noted, 'Bus network redesigns that improve transit access can encourage mode shift away from private vehicles, reducing traffic volumes and crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists while supporting street equity.' The redesign aims to shift trips from cars to buses, making streets less deadly for those outside vehicles.
- First day of massive Queens bus network redesign goes off mostly glitch-free in Flushing, AMNY, Published 2025-06-29
27
SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Young Pedestrian▸Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
-
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jun 27 - SUV plows through intersection. Eight-year-old girl hit. Her leg bruised. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets in Queens stay dangerous for the smallest among us.
An eight-year-old girl was struck and injured by a Ford SUV at the intersection of 39 Ave and 50 St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver disregarded traffic control. The child suffered a contusion to her lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians, especially children, when drivers ignore signals.
26
Distracted Driver Injures Man in Queens Crash▸Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
-
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jun 26 - A sedan struck parked SUVs on 48th Street. One man, 55, suffered whiplash. Police cite driver distraction. Metal and glass scattered. Sirens cut the night.
A sedan traveling south on 48th Street in Queens crashed into parked SUVs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. One man, age 55, was injured and reported whiplash affecting his entire body. Other occupants sustained unspecified injuries. The crash involved a sedan and multiple SUVs, with damage to the center front and back ends. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report highlights driver distraction as the key error leading to the collision.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
-
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
- Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-23
21
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian on Greenpoint Ave▸Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jun 21 - SUV struck a pedestrian at Greenpoint Ave and 45 St. The man was left unconscious with crush injuries. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the most vulnerable.
A man walking at the intersection of Greenpoint Ave and 45 St in Queens was hit by an SUV. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was found unconscious. The driver was making a right turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any actions by the pedestrian as a cause. The system allowed distraction to endanger a person on foot.
20
Van Truck Strikes E-Bike Rider on 43rd Avenue▸Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.
Jun 20 - A van truck hit an e-bike rider on 43rd Avenue. The cyclist suffered a head injury and was semiconscious. No driver errors were listed. The truck's front end took the impact.
A van truck and an e-bike collided on 43rd Avenue in Queens. The e-bike rider, a 29-year-old man, was partially ejected and suffered a head injury with a fracture and dislocation. He was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. The truck's center front end struck the e-bike. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The truck had two occupants, neither of whom were reported injured. The e-bike rider was not using safety equipment, but this was not cited as a contributing factor.