May 1 - Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.

Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.

• File Int 0193-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-05-01

May 1 - A man crossed Linden Boulevard. A black car hit him and fled. Another car ran over him. He died in the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. Police search. The street stayed open. Blood on the asphalt.

Patch reported on May 1, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed at Linden Boulevard and 166 Street in Queens. He was struck by an eastbound black vehicle whose driver fled, then run over by a 2024 Ford Edge. The Ford's driver remained at the scene. Police said, 'Police are still searching for the first driver who fled the scene.' No charges have been filed. The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The crash highlights the dangers of multi-lane arterial roads and the ongoing risks for pedestrians in Queens. No arrests have been made.

• Pedestrian Killed In Queens Double Collision, Patch, Published 2025-05-01

Apr 29 - Senate backs S 4804. The bill sets first responder safety zones and lowers speed limits. Lawmakers move to shield workers on chaotic streets. The vote is swift. The intent is clear. Danger zones get new rules.

Senate bill S 4804, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' passed committee on April 29, 2025, and cleared the full Senate on May 6, 2025. Sponsored by Senator Christopher Ryan (District 50) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Robert Rolison, and William Weber, the bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and enforce lower speed limits in those areas. The measure won broad support, with nearly all senators voting yes. The bill targets the chaos and risk drivers pose to workers and bystanders at emergency scenes. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 4804, Open States, Published 2025-04-29

Apr 25 - A BMW driver chased a motorcyclist through Queens. He struck from behind. The bike exploded. The rider died at the scene. The SUV hit another car before stopping. Police charged the driver with murder. Grief marked the street.

ABC7 reported on April 25, 2025, that Jordan Rosen, 42, turned himself in after a deadly crash on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. Rosen, driving a BMW SUV, allegedly pursued and struck William McField, 55, after a road rage incident. According to officials, Rosen 'sped towards McField until the BMW struck the motorcycle from behind.' The impact caused the motorcycle to explode, killing McField instantly. Surveillance footage captured the sequence, including Rosen running a red light and colliding with another vehicle. Rosen faces charges of second-degree murder, reckless driving, and other offenses. The McField family's attorney called for 'increased enforcement against aggressive driving and tailgating.' The case highlights the lethal consequences of aggressive driving and the need for stronger traffic enforcement.

• SUV Driver Charged After Queens Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-04-25

Apr 24 - A sedan hit an e-scooter at 89-16 37th Avenue. Two e-scooter riders were hurt. Police cite driver distraction. Metal met flesh. Shock followed. The street stayed dangerous.

A sedan collided with an e-scooter at 89-16 37th Avenue in Queens. Two people on the e-scooter, ages 44 and 18, suffered injuries to their arms and legs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor in the crash. The sedan struck the e-scooter's front end while slowing or stopping. The e-scooter riders were not using safety equipment, but the report lists driver distraction first. No blame is placed on those injured. The system failed to protect vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807952 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Apr 24 - Sedan cuts left on 71st. Motorbike charges straight. Metal collides. Rider, 34, flies off, leg pouring blood. He lies on the street, awake. No helmet. Queens holds its breath.

A sedan turned left at 71st Street and 32nd Avenue in Queens, striking a motorbike traveling straight. The 34-year-old motorbike driver was ejected and suffered severe bleeding from his leg. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. The sedan's left front bumper hit the motorbike. The rider wore no helmet, as noted in the report. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver. The crash left the motorbike rider conscious but bleeding, waiting for help.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807882 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Apr 23 - An SUV turned left on 71st Street and hit a cyclist. The cyclist, 25, was injured and in shock. Both vehicles took damage to the front. Police list all factors as unspecified.

A 25-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV making a left turn collided with him on 71st Street at 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The cyclist suffered injuries and was in shock. The SUV driver, a 21-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the report. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807821 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Apr 23 - A driver lost consciousness at 73rd Street and 25th Avenue. Two vehicles crashed. One woman, 72, suffered back injuries. Police cite lost consciousness as the cause.

A crash at 73rd Street and 25th Avenue in Queens involved a pick-up truck and an SUV. According to the police report, a driver lost consciousness, leading to the collision. A 72-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, suffering back pain and whiplash. Three others were involved but not seriously hurt. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' as the main contributing factor. No other errors or equipment issues are cited in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807714 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Apr 22 - Two sedans collided at 37 Ave and Junction Blvd. Improper lane use. Driver and front passenger hurt. Whiplash. Metal and glass. Sirens in Queens.

Two sedans crashed at 37 Ave and Junction Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' A 30-year-old male driver and a 24-year-old male front passenger were injured, both suffering whiplash. The crash involved one vehicle making a right turn and another starting from parking. Other occupants were listed but not reported as injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report did not mention helmet or signal use.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807363 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Apr 22 - A Ford SUV hit a 75-year-old man crossing with the signal. His leg was torn open. The SUV showed no damage. A baby inside watched, unharmed. Failure to yield left blood on the street.

A Ford SUV struck a 75-year-old man as he crossed 75th Street at 37th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing with the signal when the SUV hit him, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The SUV’s front bumper showed no damage. Inside the vehicle, a baby was present but uninjured. No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians even when following the rules.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807531 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Apr 21 - Metal bolts crashed through a windshield in Queens. Glass exploded over the passenger. The No. 7 train rumbled above. Danger rained down. This was not the first time. The system failed to shield those below.

ABC7 reported on April 21, 2025, that debris from the No. 7 subway train fell onto a car at Queens Plaza, shattering the windshield and denting the hood. Rahimi, the driver, said, "We were driving right off here. Something fell off the train, damaging the windshield." Passenger Malnick described, "A bolt hit and then right away just the sound of glass exploding and glass all over me." The incident echoes previous cases: in 2019, falling debris from elevated tracks struck vehicles three times in a month. The MTA responded then by intensifying inspections, but the problem persists. The agency now says it is investigating and will inspect the area. The repeated incidents highlight ongoing risks from aging infrastructure above city streets.

• Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens, ABC7, Published 2025-04-21

Apr 20 - A sedan struck a young girl at the intersection of 83rd Street and Northern Blvd. She was left unconscious, hurt in the leg. Police cite driver inexperience. The car showed no damage.

A sedan traveling north on 83rd Street struck a female child pedestrian at the intersection with Northern Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, the child was left unconscious with injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The vehicle, a Nissan sedan, showed no damage. The child was performing 'other actions in roadway' at the intersection when hit. No other contributing factors were cited.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807180 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Apr 20 - A fire truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The driver struck a man on a bicycle. He died at the scene. Police closed the street. Another life ended in the crosswalk’s shadow. The city investigates. The street stays dangerous.

ABC7 reported on April 20, 2025, that an FDNY truck struck and killed a bicyclist in Middle Village, Queens. The crash happened as the truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street. According to police, 'the truck was turning onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street in Middle Village when the collision occurred.' The cyclist, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The NYPD is investigating. The incident highlights the risks faced by cyclists at intersections and the dangers of large vehicles turning across paths. Policy questions remain about intersection design and vehicle operation in dense neighborhoods.

• FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens, ABC7, Published 2025-04-20

Apr 19 - A fire truck turned onto Juniper Blvd North. It struck a cyclist. The crash happened by the park. The man died at the scene. No arrests. The investigation continues. The street stayed quiet. The loss is final.

According to NY Daily News (April 19, 2025), an FDNY fire truck collided with a cyclist near 80th St. and Juniper Blvd North in Middle Village, Queens. The article states, "An FDNY fire truck fatally struck a cyclist Saturday afternoon in Queens, police said." The cyclist, an unidentified man, was pronounced dead at the scene. Police have not made any arrests. It remains unclear if the fire truck was responding to an emergency call. The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is reviewing the incident. The crash highlights risks at intersections and the dangers faced by cyclists near large vehicles, especially in busy city corridors.

• Fire Truck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-19

Apr 17 - An SUV backed unsafely into a moped on 74th Street at 31st Avenue. Two moped riders were ejected and suffered leg fractures. The crash left both conscious but hurt.

An SUV and a moped collided on 74th Street at 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV was 'Backing Unsafely' when it struck the moped. Two people on the moped—a 33-year-old male driver and a 23-year-old female passenger—were ejected and suffered leg fractures and dislocations. Both were conscious after the crash. The police report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or helmet use were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807464 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Apr 15 - A Siena poll shows most New Yorkers fear for their lives on city streets. Women, seniors, Bronx residents feel it most. Candidates split: some push for safer street design, others target e-bikes. Cars and trucks remain the deadliest threat. Voters want action.

On April 15, 2025, a Siena College poll revealed that 77% of New York City voters rank pedestrian safety as a top concern. The poll, highlighted in Streetsblog NYC, found deep worry among women, seniors, and Bronx residents. The matter summary reads: '77% of NYC voters consider pedestrian safety a serious issue.' Mayoral candidates responded. Ben Furnas (Transportation Alternatives) called for universal daylighting and laws against super speeders, urging street redesign and enforcement. Zellnor Myrie backed robust street designs to separate bikers, pedestrians, and drivers. Jessica Ramos supported protected bike lanes for both analog and e-bikes, calling e-bikes 'a vital tool for reducing car dependency.' Whitney Tilson demanded speed caps and insurance for e-bike riders. Despite some focus on e-bikes, advocates and data point to car and truck drivers as the main source of injury and death. The poll signals a mandate: fix the streets, protect the vulnerable.

• Voters to Pols: Don’t Forget Street Safety (Um, But How Do You Define It?), Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-04-15

Apr 10 - Council bill orders trees and plants on new medians between bike lanes and car traffic. Concrete gets green. Barriers grow roots. The city must build for life, not speed.

Int 1233-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced April 10, 2025, it demands new medians between bicycle lanes and motor vehicles be built for trees and vegetation, pending feasibility. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to the planting of vegetation on new medians separating bicycle lanes from motorized vehicle traffic.” Council Member Shekar Krishnan leads, joined by Bottcher, Ossé, Brannan, Hanif, and Brooks-Powers. They push the city to plant, or allow planting, in every new median. The law would take effect 120 days after passage. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File Int 1233-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-04-10

Apr 10 - Council passed a law forcing DOT to post sharp, regular updates on street safety projects. Progress on bike lanes, bus lanes, and signals must go public. No more hiding delays or cost overruns. The city must show its work.

Bill Int 1105-2024, now enacted, came through the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced November 13, 2024, it passed Council on April 10, 2025, and became law May 10, 2025. The bill's title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to tracking progress made towards the requirements of the streets master plan.' Council Member Julie Won led sponsorship, joined by Brooks-Powers, Hanif, Ayala, and others. The law demands DOT post annual and monthly updates on every project tied to the master plan—listing details, timelines, funding, and setbacks. This law brings sunlight to street safety work, making the city answer for every mile and missed deadline.

• File Int 1105-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-04-10

Apr 8 - Two sedans collided on Northern Blvd. A distracted driver struck a parked car. A child and a woman suffered chest and head injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed. The street did not forgive mistakes.

A crash on Northern Blvd in Queens involved two sedans. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the collision. One sedan, going straight, struck a parked car. A 10-year-old boy suffered chest injuries. A 38-year-old woman in the front passenger seat suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both were conscious after the crash. Other occupants had unspecified injuries. The report lists driver inattention as the contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804427 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04

Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.

According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.

• Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-05