Four Dead in Woodside—Speed Kills, Leaders Stall

A 73-year-old man was struck on Woodside Avenue by a garbage truck making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The truck driver failed to yield right-of-way. The man suffered a head injury and was seriously hurt.

According to the police report, a garbage truck traveling south on Woodside Avenue made a left turn and struck a 73-year-old male pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained a head injury classified as severe. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The truck showed no visible damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights the dangers posed by large vehicles failing to yield to pedestrians at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4643219 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

A pick-up truck struck a bicyclist on Broadway in Queens. The cyclist suffered a neck contusion but remained conscious. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. The bicyclist wore a helmet and was not ejected from the bike.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck and a bicycle collided on Broadway near 56 Street in Queens. The bicyclist, a 46-year-old man, sustained a neck contusion and was conscious at the scene. The truck was parked before the crash and impacted the center back end of the vehicle, while the bike hit the center front end. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time. No other contributing factors were specified. The driver of the truck was licensed in New Jersey and traveling eastbound. The bicyclist was also traveling eastbound, going straight ahead.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4640413 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

A 35-year-old cyclist riding north on 66 Street was thrown from his bike. He hit hard. Bruises and injuries marked his arm and hand. No other vehicles. No driver errors listed. The street stayed quiet. The pain did not.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old male cyclist traveling north on 66 Street in Queens was partially ejected from his bike and suffered contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The cyclist was conscious at the scene. The report does not list any driver errors or involvement of other vehicles. No contributing factors were specified. The cyclist wore a motorcycle helmet, as noted in the report. The crash left the bike damaged at the right front bumper. No other parties were hurt.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4643780 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

A dump truck struck the rear of an SUV on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Three occupants in the SUV suffered head and back injuries. Driver distraction caused the crash. All occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. Shock and pain followed impact.

According to the police report, a dump truck traveling west on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway rear-ended a southbound SUV. The SUV had two occupants, including a driver with a permit license, and a front passenger. Three occupants in the SUV were injured, suffering head and back injuries with complaints of pain or nausea. All occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor. The dump truck sustained front-end damage, and the SUV's right rear bumper was damaged. The crash caused shock among the injured. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4637533 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-08

An SUV pulled out from parking and struck a 30-year-old male e-bicyclist going straight. The impact hit the bike’s right side doors and the SUV’s left front quarter panel. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg bruises but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 2019 SUV started from parking and collided with an e-bike traveling west on 51 Avenue in Queens. The e-bicyclist, a 30-year-old man, was injured with contusions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The cyclist was not ejected and was conscious after the crash. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel, while the e-bike was damaged on the right side doors. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist. The crash highlights the dangers when drivers fail to yield and are distracted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4636398 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2023-06-01

Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2023-05-31

Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.

• File S 6802, Open States, Published 2023-05-30

Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.

• File S 6802, Open States, Published 2023-05-30

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-05-16

A Mercedes SUV hit an e-bike on Roosevelt Avenue. The SUV driver failed to yield. A 22-year-old woman riding as passenger was crushed at the legs. She stayed conscious. Steel and inattention met flesh. The street bore the cost.

A Mercedes SUV struck an eastbound e-bike near Roosevelt Avenue and 69th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The crash crushed the legs of a 22-year-old woman riding as a passenger on the e-bike. She remained conscious after the impact. The e-bike rider, a 28-year-old man, was unlicensed, but the report centers driver errors as the cause. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4628996 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

A moped struck the left rear bumper of a sedan making a left turn on 58 Street in Queens. The moped driver, a 28-year-old man, suffered a concussion and facial injuries. The sedan had two occupants and was traveling westbound.

According to the police report, a moped traveling westbound collided with the left rear bumper of a sedan making a left turn on 58 Street in Queens. The moped driver, a 28-year-old male occupant, was injured with a concussion and facial trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan, a 2018 Hyundai with two occupants, was also traveling westbound. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify further driver errors. No safety equipment was noted for the moped driver. The collision caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the center back end of the sedan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4626388 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

A 36-year-old man on a bike was partially ejected and suffered hip and upper leg injuries in Queens. The crash happened on 64 Street near 34 Avenue. The cyclist was in shock and complained of pain and nausea after impact to the bike's front center.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old male bicyclist was injured in a crash on 64 Street in Queens. The cyclist was partially ejected and sustained hip and upper leg injuries, resulting in shock and complaints of pain and nausea. The bike, traveling east and going straight ahead, suffered damage to its center front end. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating involvement of another vehicle or traffic conditions. No other vehicle details or driver errors are specified. The cyclist was the sole occupant of the bike and was licensed. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4622410 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

A 26-year-old man driving a sedan struck a parked BMW on Broadway. The impact hit the parked car’s left rear bumper. The driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as causes.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old male driver traveling west on Broadway collided with a parked BMW sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving sedan against the left rear bumper of the parked vehicle. The driver sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were sedans registered in New York, and both drivers were licensed. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4619045 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

Two sedans crashed on 60 Street in Queens. Five occupants suffered neck injuries and bruises. The impact hit left side doors and right front quarter panel. Driver distraction caused the collision. All injured were conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on 60 Street in Queens at 10:25 p.m. The crash involved a Nissan sedan traveling north going straight ahead and a Toyota sedan starting from parking also heading north. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Nissan and the right front quarter panel of the Toyota. Five occupants, including both drivers and three passengers, sustained neck injuries and contusions. All occupants were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No victims were ejected. The injuries were classified as moderate, with all occupants complaining of bruises and neck pain.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4618311 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06

Unlicensed moped driver, raging on 69 Street, struck his own passenger. The man suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee and leg. No other vehicles involved. The moped showed no damage.

According to the police report, a moped with two men traveled south on 69 Street in Queens. The unlicensed driver engaged in aggressive driving and road rage, striking his passenger. The passenger sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The moped showed no visible damage. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4617820 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06