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 8
▸ Crush Injuries 3
▸ Severe Bleeding 1
▸ Severe Lacerations 3
▸ Concussion 5
▸ Whiplash 32
▸ Contusion/Bruise 38
▸ Abrasion 13
▸ Pain/Nausea 12
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.
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East Elmhurst: The Corner Takes the Hit
East Elmhurst: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 24, 2025
Another driver. Same ending.
- In March 2024, at 31st Avenue and 100th Street, a pickup turned left and hit an 8‑year‑old in the crosswalk. The child was killed. The truck’s listed factors: failure to yield and distraction, during a left turn. The boy was crossing with the signal (NYC Open Data crash 4709403).
- In November 2023, a 43‑year‑old man was struck and killed off‑intersection near 85th Street. Listed as a pedestrian death. The vehicle was a BMW with Utah plates (NYC Open Data crash 4679552).
Two dates. Two bodies. The map barely moves.
Three corners. One fix.
The neighborhood’s worst pain shows up on the big roads. Grand Central Parkway leads the list, with the most injuries and a death. Astoria Boulevard also takes a life and dozens of injuries. Ditmars Boulevard adds another death (top intersections). Heavy vehicles do outsized harm here: trucks and buses are tied to pedestrian deaths and serious injuries, while cars and SUVs rack up the numbers (vehicle rollup and pedestrian causes).
Peak danger comes in the late day and night. Injuries swell at 8 p.m., 9 p.m., and again at 10 p.m. One death lands at 10 p.m., another at 6 p.m. The clock keeps bad time (hourly distribution).
What helps here is not a mystery:
- Daylight every corner on Astoria Blvd and Ditmars. Harden left turns where drivers cut in, like at 31st Ave and 100th St.
- Give pedestrians a head start at signals. Put in raised crossings on service roads feeding Grand Central.
- Keep big rigs off local streets near schools and 31st/100th, and target failure‑to‑yield by trucks at left‑turn hotspots.
The pattern doesn’t blink.
From 2022 through now, this area logs 1,214 crashes, 740 injuries, and five deaths. Pedestrians take 78 injuries and two deaths. Cyclists are hit 33 times. Trucks show up in the worst pedestrian outcomes: one death, one serious injury, five cases total. Cars and SUVs injure most people simply by volume (local stats).
At that Astoria corner in 2024, the pickup’s point of impact is “right front bumper.” The boy’s action is “crossing with signal.” Cause codes read like a shrug: failure to yield; distraction. The data doesn’t cry. It just sits there (crash 4709403 details).
Officials know what works — do they?
Albany handed the city the keys to lower speeds. The city can set a 20 mph default on local streets. Every day without action, the count rises. Our own published call spells it out: lower speeds save lives (Take Action).
The state is also moving on the worst repeat speeders. The Stop Super Speeders bill would force drivers who rack up violations to install speed limiters. Committee votes advanced this year (S 4045). The target is the small group that does oversized harm (Streetsblog NYC analysis of repeat offenders).
Citywide fixes. Neighborhood lives.
- Lower the default speed to 20 mph on local streets. Fewer funerals. Fewer vigils.
- Fit repeat violators with speed limiters. Stop the small number doing big damage.
East Elmhurst has names tied to corners. Grand Central Parkway. Astoria Boulevard. Ditmars Boulevard. The numbers say what happened. The silence after says the rest.
Act now. Start here: Take Action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons dataset, Vehicles dataset , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-24
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-11
- Decision 2025: Mayoral Hopefuls Discuss Saving Us From Reckless Drivers, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-07
- BMW Thieves Speed Toward Queens Officers, New York Post, Published 2025-06-06
Other Representatives
District 35
98-09 Northern Blvd., Corona, NY 11368
Room 633, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 21
106-01 Corona Avenue, Corona, NY 11368
718-651-1917
250 Broadway, Suite 1768, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6862
District 13
74-09 37th Ave. Suite 302, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Room 307, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
East Elmhurst East Elmhurst sits in Queens, Precinct 115, District 21, AD 35, SD 13, Queens CB3.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for East Elmhurst
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Box Truck Hits Sedan on Queens Street▸Dec 15 - A box truck turning right collided with a sedan going straight on 83 Street in Queens. Three sedan occupants were trapped and injured, suffering shoulder, neck, and leg wounds. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn struck a sedan traveling east on 83 Street in Queens. The collision impacted the left front bumpers of both vehicles. Three occupants in the sedan—a 38-year-old male driver, a 34-year-old female front passenger, and a 51-year-old female rear passenger—were trapped and sustained injuries to the knee, neck, and shoulder respectively. All were conscious and wearing seat belts. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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Defective Brakes Cause SUV Rear-End Crash▸Dec 2 - Two SUVs collided on Astoria Boulevard. The rear SUV slammed into the lead. An 82-year-old front passenger suffered internal injuries. Police cite defective brakes. Metal hit metal. No other factors listed.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles were traveling west on Astoria Boulevard when the rear SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. An 82-year-old man, riding as the front passenger in the lead vehicle, suffered internal injuries. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight. The crash damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other contributing factors or errors by the injured passenger were reported. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The report does not mention safety equipment.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on 94 Street▸Nov 17 - A 47-year-old man was struck while crossing 94 Street with the signal. The driver, in a 2003 SUV, was making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage. The man was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 94 Street with the signal. The driver, a licensed male in a 2003 SUV, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in injury severity level 3 and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The pedestrian was not ejected and was following the crossing signal at the time of the crash.
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Queens SUVs Collide, Three Passengers Injured▸Nov 17 - Two SUVs crashed on 23 Avenue. Three men inside suffered whiplash and head injuries. Unsafe lane changes and improper passing led to impact. Metal twisted. All occupants conscious. Streets scarred.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 23 Avenue in Queens. Three men inside—ages 31, 34, and 58—were injured. The report lists driver errors: "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Lane Changing." All occupants suffered whiplash; one had a head injury. The vehicles struck each other's front bumpers and sides. Damage marked the right side doors of one SUV and the left front bumper of the other. All injured were conscious and restrained. The crash shows the danger of improper lane use and reckless merging.
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BMW Strikes Pedestrian on 85th Street in Queens▸Nov 15 - A BMW hit a man on 85th Street. His head was crushed. He died where he fell. No intersection, no crowd, no noise. The street stayed quiet. No one else was hurt. The city moved on. The loss stayed.
A 43-year-old man walking near 25-17 85th Street in Queens was struck and killed by a BMW. According to the police report, 'A BMW struck a 43-year-old man. His head was crushed. He died where he fell, alone, not at an intersection. The street stayed quiet. No one else was hurt.' The crash occurred away from any intersection. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal head injuries. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the data. The deadly impact ended one life and left the street unchanged.
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Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Nov 9 - Two sedans traveling east collided on Grand Central Parkway. A 67-year-old female passenger suffered a neck injury. Both drivers were licensed. The injured occupant was conscious and not ejected. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Grand Central Parkway collided. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat of the second sedan sustained a neck injury classified as internal and was conscious after the crash. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, though no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses and were going straight ahead before the collision. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the front center of one sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the other.
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Ramos Opposes Casino Supports Careful Review of Citi Field Plan▸Nov 7 - Steve Cohen wants a casino at Citi Field. He promises green space and bike lanes. Renderings show paths, but crossing the Grand Central Parkway stays deadly. Locals want safer streets, not slots. Lawmakers push for community input. The fight for access continues.
Billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen has proposed a major redevelopment of the Citi Field parking lot, including a Hard Rock casino, public park, plaza, bike lanes, and a renovated train station. The plan, called 'Metropolitan Park,' was unveiled on November 7, 2023. Assembly Member Jeffrey Aubrion introduced a bill to enable construction by 'alienating' parkland, but State Sen. Jessica Ramos, the local representative, remains skeptical. Ramos said, 'I didn't think a casino is necessary to redevelop the parking lot or create a safer pathway from 34th Street to the baseball stadium,' and stressed the need for community input: 'It's important that my neighbors look carefully at the proposal and we'll continue together with our process.' Public visioning sessions showed residents want better bike and transit connections, not gambling. The proposal highlights new bike lanes on Roosevelt Avenue and Boat Basin Place, but fails to address the hazardous crossing at Grand Central Parkway for cyclists and pedestrians. Details on funding and implementation remain unclear.
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Billionaire Mets Owner: Give Me Your Gambling Addicts and I’ll Give You Bike Lanes and Public Space,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-07
27
2-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit by Sedan in Queens▸Oct 27 - A 2-year-old girl was struck by a sedan in Queens. The child suffered hip and upper leg injuries. The driver’s view was obstructed. The crash happened near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard. The child was conscious and had abrasions.
According to the police report, a 2-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 Ford sedan traveling southeast near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The child was not in the roadway but was hit nonetheless, sustaining hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s impaired visibility played a role. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the sedan. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
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Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left Queens▸Oct 25 - A motorcycle struck an SUV making a left turn on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. Both vehicles damaged front center ends.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south collided with an SUV making a left turn northeast on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 30-year-old man, sustained serious injuries including a fractured knee and lower leg dislocation. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. Both vehicles sustained front center end damage. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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SUVs Collide on Jackson Mill Road Injuring Driver▸Oct 20 - Two SUVs collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved right side and front end impacts. Limited visibility and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred on the right side doors of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of limited visibility and failure to yield in multi-vehicle collisions.
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Distracted SUV U-Turn, Motorcyclist Ejected in Queens▸Oct 15 - SUV swung a U-turn on Junction Boulevard. Motorbike slammed in. Rider thrown, arm shattered. Both drivers distracted. Blood on the asphalt. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a motorbike traveling south on Junction Boulevard struck an SUV making a U-turn near 32 Avenue in Queens. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocated arm. Both drivers were listed as distracted. The SUV driver made an improper turn. The report notes the motorcyclist was unlicensed but wore a helmet. The SUV was hit on its left rear quarter panel. The crash left the rider conscious but injured. Driver inattention and distraction were cited for both vehicles.
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Teen Motorcyclist Killed Slamming Into Bus▸Oct 10 - A 16-year-old on a motorcycle struck the rear of a bus on Astoria Boulevard. No helmet. Head trauma. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the streetlights. The engine ticked in the dark. The city kept moving.
A 16-year-old riding a motorcycle east on Astoria Boulevard near 101st Street collided with the rear of a northbound bus. According to the police report, the teen suffered fatal head trauma and died at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The bus was struck at its left rear quarter panel. The police report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The crash left blood on the asphalt and a city shaken by another young life lost.
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Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Queens Collision▸Oct 8 - A motorcycle slammed into a turning SUV on Ditmars Boulevard. The rider, helmeted but unlicensed, flew from the bike. He struck the street and died on impact. The SUV’s side caved in. Metal, speed, and failure met in the dusk.
A deadly crash unfolded on Ditmars Boulevard near 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at unsafe speed collided with a BMW SUV making a left turn. The 26-year-old male motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wore a helmet, was ejected and killed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right side doors were crushed in the impact. No injuries were reported for other vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
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Speeding Sedan Tears Into Parked Car, Driver Injured▸Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
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SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Dec 15 - A box truck turning right collided with a sedan going straight on 83 Street in Queens. Three sedan occupants were trapped and injured, suffering shoulder, neck, and leg wounds. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, a box truck making a right turn struck a sedan traveling east on 83 Street in Queens. The collision impacted the left front bumpers of both vehicles. Three occupants in the sedan—a 38-year-old male driver, a 34-year-old female front passenger, and a 51-year-old female rear passenger—were trapped and sustained injuries to the knee, neck, and shoulder respectively. All were conscious and wearing seat belts. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
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Defective Brakes Cause SUV Rear-End Crash▸Dec 2 - Two SUVs collided on Astoria Boulevard. The rear SUV slammed into the lead. An 82-year-old front passenger suffered internal injuries. Police cite defective brakes. Metal hit metal. No other factors listed.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles were traveling west on Astoria Boulevard when the rear SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. An 82-year-old man, riding as the front passenger in the lead vehicle, suffered internal injuries. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight. The crash damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other contributing factors or errors by the injured passenger were reported. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The report does not mention safety equipment.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on 94 Street▸Nov 17 - A 47-year-old man was struck while crossing 94 Street with the signal. The driver, in a 2003 SUV, was making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage. The man was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 94 Street with the signal. The driver, a licensed male in a 2003 SUV, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in injury severity level 3 and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The pedestrian was not ejected and was following the crossing signal at the time of the crash.
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Queens SUVs Collide, Three Passengers Injured▸Nov 17 - Two SUVs crashed on 23 Avenue. Three men inside suffered whiplash and head injuries. Unsafe lane changes and improper passing led to impact. Metal twisted. All occupants conscious. Streets scarred.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 23 Avenue in Queens. Three men inside—ages 31, 34, and 58—were injured. The report lists driver errors: "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Lane Changing." All occupants suffered whiplash; one had a head injury. The vehicles struck each other's front bumpers and sides. Damage marked the right side doors of one SUV and the left front bumper of the other. All injured were conscious and restrained. The crash shows the danger of improper lane use and reckless merging.
15
BMW Strikes Pedestrian on 85th Street in Queens▸Nov 15 - A BMW hit a man on 85th Street. His head was crushed. He died where he fell. No intersection, no crowd, no noise. The street stayed quiet. No one else was hurt. The city moved on. The loss stayed.
A 43-year-old man walking near 25-17 85th Street in Queens was struck and killed by a BMW. According to the police report, 'A BMW struck a 43-year-old man. His head was crushed. He died where he fell, alone, not at an intersection. The street stayed quiet. No one else was hurt.' The crash occurred away from any intersection. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal head injuries. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the data. The deadly impact ended one life and left the street unchanged.
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Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Nov 9 - Two sedans traveling east collided on Grand Central Parkway. A 67-year-old female passenger suffered a neck injury. Both drivers were licensed. The injured occupant was conscious and not ejected. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Grand Central Parkway collided. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat of the second sedan sustained a neck injury classified as internal and was conscious after the crash. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, though no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses and were going straight ahead before the collision. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the front center of one sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the other.
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Ramos Opposes Casino Supports Careful Review of Citi Field Plan▸Nov 7 - Steve Cohen wants a casino at Citi Field. He promises green space and bike lanes. Renderings show paths, but crossing the Grand Central Parkway stays deadly. Locals want safer streets, not slots. Lawmakers push for community input. The fight for access continues.
Billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen has proposed a major redevelopment of the Citi Field parking lot, including a Hard Rock casino, public park, plaza, bike lanes, and a renovated train station. The plan, called 'Metropolitan Park,' was unveiled on November 7, 2023. Assembly Member Jeffrey Aubrion introduced a bill to enable construction by 'alienating' parkland, but State Sen. Jessica Ramos, the local representative, remains skeptical. Ramos said, 'I didn't think a casino is necessary to redevelop the parking lot or create a safer pathway from 34th Street to the baseball stadium,' and stressed the need for community input: 'It's important that my neighbors look carefully at the proposal and we'll continue together with our process.' Public visioning sessions showed residents want better bike and transit connections, not gambling. The proposal highlights new bike lanes on Roosevelt Avenue and Boat Basin Place, but fails to address the hazardous crossing at Grand Central Parkway for cyclists and pedestrians. Details on funding and implementation remain unclear.
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Billionaire Mets Owner: Give Me Your Gambling Addicts and I’ll Give You Bike Lanes and Public Space,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-07
27
2-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit by Sedan in Queens▸Oct 27 - A 2-year-old girl was struck by a sedan in Queens. The child suffered hip and upper leg injuries. The driver’s view was obstructed. The crash happened near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard. The child was conscious and had abrasions.
According to the police report, a 2-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 Ford sedan traveling southeast near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The child was not in the roadway but was hit nonetheless, sustaining hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s impaired visibility played a role. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the sedan. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
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Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left Queens▸Oct 25 - A motorcycle struck an SUV making a left turn on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. Both vehicles damaged front center ends.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south collided with an SUV making a left turn northeast on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 30-year-old man, sustained serious injuries including a fractured knee and lower leg dislocation. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. Both vehicles sustained front center end damage. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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SUVs Collide on Jackson Mill Road Injuring Driver▸Oct 20 - Two SUVs collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved right side and front end impacts. Limited visibility and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred on the right side doors of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of limited visibility and failure to yield in multi-vehicle collisions.
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Distracted SUV U-Turn, Motorcyclist Ejected in Queens▸Oct 15 - SUV swung a U-turn on Junction Boulevard. Motorbike slammed in. Rider thrown, arm shattered. Both drivers distracted. Blood on the asphalt. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a motorbike traveling south on Junction Boulevard struck an SUV making a U-turn near 32 Avenue in Queens. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocated arm. Both drivers were listed as distracted. The SUV driver made an improper turn. The report notes the motorcyclist was unlicensed but wore a helmet. The SUV was hit on its left rear quarter panel. The crash left the rider conscious but injured. Driver inattention and distraction were cited for both vehicles.
10
Teen Motorcyclist Killed Slamming Into Bus▸Oct 10 - A 16-year-old on a motorcycle struck the rear of a bus on Astoria Boulevard. No helmet. Head trauma. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the streetlights. The engine ticked in the dark. The city kept moving.
A 16-year-old riding a motorcycle east on Astoria Boulevard near 101st Street collided with the rear of a northbound bus. According to the police report, the teen suffered fatal head trauma and died at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The bus was struck at its left rear quarter panel. The police report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The crash left blood on the asphalt and a city shaken by another young life lost.
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Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Queens Collision▸Oct 8 - A motorcycle slammed into a turning SUV on Ditmars Boulevard. The rider, helmeted but unlicensed, flew from the bike. He struck the street and died on impact. The SUV’s side caved in. Metal, speed, and failure met in the dusk.
A deadly crash unfolded on Ditmars Boulevard near 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at unsafe speed collided with a BMW SUV making a left turn. The 26-year-old male motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wore a helmet, was ejected and killed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right side doors were crushed in the impact. No injuries were reported for other vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
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Speeding Sedan Tears Into Parked Car, Driver Injured▸Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Dec 2 - Two SUVs collided on Astoria Boulevard. The rear SUV slammed into the lead. An 82-year-old front passenger suffered internal injuries. Police cite defective brakes. Metal hit metal. No other factors listed.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles were traveling west on Astoria Boulevard when the rear SUV struck the center back end of the lead SUV. An 82-year-old man, riding as the front passenger in the lead vehicle, suffered internal injuries. The report lists defective brakes as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight. The crash damaged the center front and back ends of the vehicles. No other contributing factors or errors by the injured passenger were reported. The passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. The report does not mention safety equipment.
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Pedestrian Injured Crossing with Signal on 94 Street▸Nov 17 - A 47-year-old man was struck while crossing 94 Street with the signal. The driver, in a 2003 SUV, was making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage. The man was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 94 Street with the signal. The driver, a licensed male in a 2003 SUV, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in injury severity level 3 and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The pedestrian was not ejected and was following the crossing signal at the time of the crash.
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Queens SUVs Collide, Three Passengers Injured▸Nov 17 - Two SUVs crashed on 23 Avenue. Three men inside suffered whiplash and head injuries. Unsafe lane changes and improper passing led to impact. Metal twisted. All occupants conscious. Streets scarred.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 23 Avenue in Queens. Three men inside—ages 31, 34, and 58—were injured. The report lists driver errors: "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Lane Changing." All occupants suffered whiplash; one had a head injury. The vehicles struck each other's front bumpers and sides. Damage marked the right side doors of one SUV and the left front bumper of the other. All injured were conscious and restrained. The crash shows the danger of improper lane use and reckless merging.
15
BMW Strikes Pedestrian on 85th Street in Queens▸Nov 15 - A BMW hit a man on 85th Street. His head was crushed. He died where he fell. No intersection, no crowd, no noise. The street stayed quiet. No one else was hurt. The city moved on. The loss stayed.
A 43-year-old man walking near 25-17 85th Street in Queens was struck and killed by a BMW. According to the police report, 'A BMW struck a 43-year-old man. His head was crushed. He died where he fell, alone, not at an intersection. The street stayed quiet. No one else was hurt.' The crash occurred away from any intersection. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal head injuries. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the data. The deadly impact ended one life and left the street unchanged.
9
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Nov 9 - Two sedans traveling east collided on Grand Central Parkway. A 67-year-old female passenger suffered a neck injury. Both drivers were licensed. The injured occupant was conscious and not ejected. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Grand Central Parkway collided. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat of the second sedan sustained a neck injury classified as internal and was conscious after the crash. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, though no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses and were going straight ahead before the collision. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the front center of one sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the other.
7
Ramos Opposes Casino Supports Careful Review of Citi Field Plan▸Nov 7 - Steve Cohen wants a casino at Citi Field. He promises green space and bike lanes. Renderings show paths, but crossing the Grand Central Parkway stays deadly. Locals want safer streets, not slots. Lawmakers push for community input. The fight for access continues.
Billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen has proposed a major redevelopment of the Citi Field parking lot, including a Hard Rock casino, public park, plaza, bike lanes, and a renovated train station. The plan, called 'Metropolitan Park,' was unveiled on November 7, 2023. Assembly Member Jeffrey Aubrion introduced a bill to enable construction by 'alienating' parkland, but State Sen. Jessica Ramos, the local representative, remains skeptical. Ramos said, 'I didn't think a casino is necessary to redevelop the parking lot or create a safer pathway from 34th Street to the baseball stadium,' and stressed the need for community input: 'It's important that my neighbors look carefully at the proposal and we'll continue together with our process.' Public visioning sessions showed residents want better bike and transit connections, not gambling. The proposal highlights new bike lanes on Roosevelt Avenue and Boat Basin Place, but fails to address the hazardous crossing at Grand Central Parkway for cyclists and pedestrians. Details on funding and implementation remain unclear.
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Billionaire Mets Owner: Give Me Your Gambling Addicts and I’ll Give You Bike Lanes and Public Space,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-07
27
2-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit by Sedan in Queens▸Oct 27 - A 2-year-old girl was struck by a sedan in Queens. The child suffered hip and upper leg injuries. The driver’s view was obstructed. The crash happened near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard. The child was conscious and had abrasions.
According to the police report, a 2-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 Ford sedan traveling southeast near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The child was not in the roadway but was hit nonetheless, sustaining hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s impaired visibility played a role. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the sedan. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
25
Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left Queens▸Oct 25 - A motorcycle struck an SUV making a left turn on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. Both vehicles damaged front center ends.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south collided with an SUV making a left turn northeast on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 30-year-old man, sustained serious injuries including a fractured knee and lower leg dislocation. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. Both vehicles sustained front center end damage. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
20
SUVs Collide on Jackson Mill Road Injuring Driver▸Oct 20 - Two SUVs collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved right side and front end impacts. Limited visibility and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred on the right side doors of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of limited visibility and failure to yield in multi-vehicle collisions.
15
Distracted SUV U-Turn, Motorcyclist Ejected in Queens▸Oct 15 - SUV swung a U-turn on Junction Boulevard. Motorbike slammed in. Rider thrown, arm shattered. Both drivers distracted. Blood on the asphalt. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a motorbike traveling south on Junction Boulevard struck an SUV making a U-turn near 32 Avenue in Queens. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocated arm. Both drivers were listed as distracted. The SUV driver made an improper turn. The report notes the motorcyclist was unlicensed but wore a helmet. The SUV was hit on its left rear quarter panel. The crash left the rider conscious but injured. Driver inattention and distraction were cited for both vehicles.
10
Teen Motorcyclist Killed Slamming Into Bus▸Oct 10 - A 16-year-old on a motorcycle struck the rear of a bus on Astoria Boulevard. No helmet. Head trauma. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the streetlights. The engine ticked in the dark. The city kept moving.
A 16-year-old riding a motorcycle east on Astoria Boulevard near 101st Street collided with the rear of a northbound bus. According to the police report, the teen suffered fatal head trauma and died at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The bus was struck at its left rear quarter panel. The police report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The crash left blood on the asphalt and a city shaken by another young life lost.
8
Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Queens Collision▸Oct 8 - A motorcycle slammed into a turning SUV on Ditmars Boulevard. The rider, helmeted but unlicensed, flew from the bike. He struck the street and died on impact. The SUV’s side caved in. Metal, speed, and failure met in the dusk.
A deadly crash unfolded on Ditmars Boulevard near 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at unsafe speed collided with a BMW SUV making a left turn. The 26-year-old male motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wore a helmet, was ejected and killed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right side doors were crushed in the impact. No injuries were reported for other vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
8
Speeding Sedan Tears Into Parked Car, Driver Injured▸Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
-
File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Nov 17 - A 47-year-old man was struck while crossing 94 Street with the signal. The driver, in a 2003 SUV, was making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower leg. The vehicle showed no damage. The man was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing 94 Street with the signal. The driver, a licensed male in a 2003 SUV, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot, resulting in injury severity level 3 and shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no driver errors explicitly noted. The pedestrian was not ejected and was following the crossing signal at the time of the crash.
17
Queens SUVs Collide, Three Passengers Injured▸Nov 17 - Two SUVs crashed on 23 Avenue. Three men inside suffered whiplash and head injuries. Unsafe lane changes and improper passing led to impact. Metal twisted. All occupants conscious. Streets scarred.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 23 Avenue in Queens. Three men inside—ages 31, 34, and 58—were injured. The report lists driver errors: "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Lane Changing." All occupants suffered whiplash; one had a head injury. The vehicles struck each other's front bumpers and sides. Damage marked the right side doors of one SUV and the left front bumper of the other. All injured were conscious and restrained. The crash shows the danger of improper lane use and reckless merging.
15
BMW Strikes Pedestrian on 85th Street in Queens▸Nov 15 - A BMW hit a man on 85th Street. His head was crushed. He died where he fell. No intersection, no crowd, no noise. The street stayed quiet. No one else was hurt. The city moved on. The loss stayed.
A 43-year-old man walking near 25-17 85th Street in Queens was struck and killed by a BMW. According to the police report, 'A BMW struck a 43-year-old man. His head was crushed. He died where he fell, alone, not at an intersection. The street stayed quiet. No one else was hurt.' The crash occurred away from any intersection. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal head injuries. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the data. The deadly impact ended one life and left the street unchanged.
9
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Nov 9 - Two sedans traveling east collided on Grand Central Parkway. A 67-year-old female passenger suffered a neck injury. Both drivers were licensed. The injured occupant was conscious and not ejected. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Grand Central Parkway collided. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat of the second sedan sustained a neck injury classified as internal and was conscious after the crash. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, though no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses and were going straight ahead before the collision. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the front center of one sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the other.
7
Ramos Opposes Casino Supports Careful Review of Citi Field Plan▸Nov 7 - Steve Cohen wants a casino at Citi Field. He promises green space and bike lanes. Renderings show paths, but crossing the Grand Central Parkway stays deadly. Locals want safer streets, not slots. Lawmakers push for community input. The fight for access continues.
Billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen has proposed a major redevelopment of the Citi Field parking lot, including a Hard Rock casino, public park, plaza, bike lanes, and a renovated train station. The plan, called 'Metropolitan Park,' was unveiled on November 7, 2023. Assembly Member Jeffrey Aubrion introduced a bill to enable construction by 'alienating' parkland, but State Sen. Jessica Ramos, the local representative, remains skeptical. Ramos said, 'I didn't think a casino is necessary to redevelop the parking lot or create a safer pathway from 34th Street to the baseball stadium,' and stressed the need for community input: 'It's important that my neighbors look carefully at the proposal and we'll continue together with our process.' Public visioning sessions showed residents want better bike and transit connections, not gambling. The proposal highlights new bike lanes on Roosevelt Avenue and Boat Basin Place, but fails to address the hazardous crossing at Grand Central Parkway for cyclists and pedestrians. Details on funding and implementation remain unclear.
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Billionaire Mets Owner: Give Me Your Gambling Addicts and I’ll Give You Bike Lanes and Public Space,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-07
27
2-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit by Sedan in Queens▸Oct 27 - A 2-year-old girl was struck by a sedan in Queens. The child suffered hip and upper leg injuries. The driver’s view was obstructed. The crash happened near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard. The child was conscious and had abrasions.
According to the police report, a 2-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 Ford sedan traveling southeast near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The child was not in the roadway but was hit nonetheless, sustaining hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s impaired visibility played a role. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the sedan. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
25
Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left Queens▸Oct 25 - A motorcycle struck an SUV making a left turn on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. Both vehicles damaged front center ends.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south collided with an SUV making a left turn northeast on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 30-year-old man, sustained serious injuries including a fractured knee and lower leg dislocation. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. Both vehicles sustained front center end damage. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
20
SUVs Collide on Jackson Mill Road Injuring Driver▸Oct 20 - Two SUVs collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved right side and front end impacts. Limited visibility and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred on the right side doors of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of limited visibility and failure to yield in multi-vehicle collisions.
15
Distracted SUV U-Turn, Motorcyclist Ejected in Queens▸Oct 15 - SUV swung a U-turn on Junction Boulevard. Motorbike slammed in. Rider thrown, arm shattered. Both drivers distracted. Blood on the asphalt. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a motorbike traveling south on Junction Boulevard struck an SUV making a U-turn near 32 Avenue in Queens. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocated arm. Both drivers were listed as distracted. The SUV driver made an improper turn. The report notes the motorcyclist was unlicensed but wore a helmet. The SUV was hit on its left rear quarter panel. The crash left the rider conscious but injured. Driver inattention and distraction were cited for both vehicles.
10
Teen Motorcyclist Killed Slamming Into Bus▸Oct 10 - A 16-year-old on a motorcycle struck the rear of a bus on Astoria Boulevard. No helmet. Head trauma. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the streetlights. The engine ticked in the dark. The city kept moving.
A 16-year-old riding a motorcycle east on Astoria Boulevard near 101st Street collided with the rear of a northbound bus. According to the police report, the teen suffered fatal head trauma and died at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The bus was struck at its left rear quarter panel. The police report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The crash left blood on the asphalt and a city shaken by another young life lost.
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Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Queens Collision▸Oct 8 - A motorcycle slammed into a turning SUV on Ditmars Boulevard. The rider, helmeted but unlicensed, flew from the bike. He struck the street and died on impact. The SUV’s side caved in. Metal, speed, and failure met in the dusk.
A deadly crash unfolded on Ditmars Boulevard near 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at unsafe speed collided with a BMW SUV making a left turn. The 26-year-old male motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wore a helmet, was ejected and killed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right side doors were crushed in the impact. No injuries were reported for other vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
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Speeding Sedan Tears Into Parked Car, Driver Injured▸Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Nov 17 - Two SUVs crashed on 23 Avenue. Three men inside suffered whiplash and head injuries. Unsafe lane changes and improper passing led to impact. Metal twisted. All occupants conscious. Streets scarred.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on 23 Avenue in Queens. Three men inside—ages 31, 34, and 58—were injured. The report lists driver errors: "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Unsafe Lane Changing." All occupants suffered whiplash; one had a head injury. The vehicles struck each other's front bumpers and sides. Damage marked the right side doors of one SUV and the left front bumper of the other. All injured were conscious and restrained. The crash shows the danger of improper lane use and reckless merging.
15
BMW Strikes Pedestrian on 85th Street in Queens▸Nov 15 - A BMW hit a man on 85th Street. His head was crushed. He died where he fell. No intersection, no crowd, no noise. The street stayed quiet. No one else was hurt. The city moved on. The loss stayed.
A 43-year-old man walking near 25-17 85th Street in Queens was struck and killed by a BMW. According to the police report, 'A BMW struck a 43-year-old man. His head was crushed. He died where he fell, alone, not at an intersection. The street stayed quiet. No one else was hurt.' The crash occurred away from any intersection. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal head injuries. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the data. The deadly impact ended one life and left the street unchanged.
9
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Nov 9 - Two sedans traveling east collided on Grand Central Parkway. A 67-year-old female passenger suffered a neck injury. Both drivers were licensed. The injured occupant was conscious and not ejected. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Grand Central Parkway collided. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat of the second sedan sustained a neck injury classified as internal and was conscious after the crash. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, though no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses and were going straight ahead before the collision. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the front center of one sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the other.
7
Ramos Opposes Casino Supports Careful Review of Citi Field Plan▸Nov 7 - Steve Cohen wants a casino at Citi Field. He promises green space and bike lanes. Renderings show paths, but crossing the Grand Central Parkway stays deadly. Locals want safer streets, not slots. Lawmakers push for community input. The fight for access continues.
Billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen has proposed a major redevelopment of the Citi Field parking lot, including a Hard Rock casino, public park, plaza, bike lanes, and a renovated train station. The plan, called 'Metropolitan Park,' was unveiled on November 7, 2023. Assembly Member Jeffrey Aubrion introduced a bill to enable construction by 'alienating' parkland, but State Sen. Jessica Ramos, the local representative, remains skeptical. Ramos said, 'I didn't think a casino is necessary to redevelop the parking lot or create a safer pathway from 34th Street to the baseball stadium,' and stressed the need for community input: 'It's important that my neighbors look carefully at the proposal and we'll continue together with our process.' Public visioning sessions showed residents want better bike and transit connections, not gambling. The proposal highlights new bike lanes on Roosevelt Avenue and Boat Basin Place, but fails to address the hazardous crossing at Grand Central Parkway for cyclists and pedestrians. Details on funding and implementation remain unclear.
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Billionaire Mets Owner: Give Me Your Gambling Addicts and I’ll Give You Bike Lanes and Public Space,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-07
27
2-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit by Sedan in Queens▸Oct 27 - A 2-year-old girl was struck by a sedan in Queens. The child suffered hip and upper leg injuries. The driver’s view was obstructed. The crash happened near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard. The child was conscious and had abrasions.
According to the police report, a 2-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 Ford sedan traveling southeast near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The child was not in the roadway but was hit nonetheless, sustaining hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s impaired visibility played a role. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the sedan. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
25
Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left Queens▸Oct 25 - A motorcycle struck an SUV making a left turn on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. Both vehicles damaged front center ends.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south collided with an SUV making a left turn northeast on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 30-year-old man, sustained serious injuries including a fractured knee and lower leg dislocation. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. Both vehicles sustained front center end damage. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
20
SUVs Collide on Jackson Mill Road Injuring Driver▸Oct 20 - Two SUVs collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved right side and front end impacts. Limited visibility and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred on the right side doors of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of limited visibility and failure to yield in multi-vehicle collisions.
15
Distracted SUV U-Turn, Motorcyclist Ejected in Queens▸Oct 15 - SUV swung a U-turn on Junction Boulevard. Motorbike slammed in. Rider thrown, arm shattered. Both drivers distracted. Blood on the asphalt. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a motorbike traveling south on Junction Boulevard struck an SUV making a U-turn near 32 Avenue in Queens. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocated arm. Both drivers were listed as distracted. The SUV driver made an improper turn. The report notes the motorcyclist was unlicensed but wore a helmet. The SUV was hit on its left rear quarter panel. The crash left the rider conscious but injured. Driver inattention and distraction were cited for both vehicles.
10
Teen Motorcyclist Killed Slamming Into Bus▸Oct 10 - A 16-year-old on a motorcycle struck the rear of a bus on Astoria Boulevard. No helmet. Head trauma. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the streetlights. The engine ticked in the dark. The city kept moving.
A 16-year-old riding a motorcycle east on Astoria Boulevard near 101st Street collided with the rear of a northbound bus. According to the police report, the teen suffered fatal head trauma and died at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The bus was struck at its left rear quarter panel. The police report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The crash left blood on the asphalt and a city shaken by another young life lost.
8
Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Queens Collision▸Oct 8 - A motorcycle slammed into a turning SUV on Ditmars Boulevard. The rider, helmeted but unlicensed, flew from the bike. He struck the street and died on impact. The SUV’s side caved in. Metal, speed, and failure met in the dusk.
A deadly crash unfolded on Ditmars Boulevard near 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at unsafe speed collided with a BMW SUV making a left turn. The 26-year-old male motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wore a helmet, was ejected and killed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right side doors were crushed in the impact. No injuries were reported for other vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
8
Speeding Sedan Tears Into Parked Car, Driver Injured▸Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Nov 15 - A BMW hit a man on 85th Street. His head was crushed. He died where he fell. No intersection, no crowd, no noise. The street stayed quiet. No one else was hurt. The city moved on. The loss stayed.
A 43-year-old man walking near 25-17 85th Street in Queens was struck and killed by a BMW. According to the police report, 'A BMW struck a 43-year-old man. His head was crushed. He died where he fell, alone, not at an intersection. The street stayed quiet. No one else was hurt.' The crash occurred away from any intersection. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The victim, a pedestrian, suffered fatal head injuries. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the data. The deadly impact ended one life and left the street unchanged.
9
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Nov 9 - Two sedans traveling east collided on Grand Central Parkway. A 67-year-old female passenger suffered a neck injury. Both drivers were licensed. The injured occupant was conscious and not ejected. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Grand Central Parkway collided. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat of the second sedan sustained a neck injury classified as internal and was conscious after the crash. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, though no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses and were going straight ahead before the collision. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the front center of one sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the other.
7
Ramos Opposes Casino Supports Careful Review of Citi Field Plan▸Nov 7 - Steve Cohen wants a casino at Citi Field. He promises green space and bike lanes. Renderings show paths, but crossing the Grand Central Parkway stays deadly. Locals want safer streets, not slots. Lawmakers push for community input. The fight for access continues.
Billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen has proposed a major redevelopment of the Citi Field parking lot, including a Hard Rock casino, public park, plaza, bike lanes, and a renovated train station. The plan, called 'Metropolitan Park,' was unveiled on November 7, 2023. Assembly Member Jeffrey Aubrion introduced a bill to enable construction by 'alienating' parkland, but State Sen. Jessica Ramos, the local representative, remains skeptical. Ramos said, 'I didn't think a casino is necessary to redevelop the parking lot or create a safer pathway from 34th Street to the baseball stadium,' and stressed the need for community input: 'It's important that my neighbors look carefully at the proposal and we'll continue together with our process.' Public visioning sessions showed residents want better bike and transit connections, not gambling. The proposal highlights new bike lanes on Roosevelt Avenue and Boat Basin Place, but fails to address the hazardous crossing at Grand Central Parkway for cyclists and pedestrians. Details on funding and implementation remain unclear.
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Billionaire Mets Owner: Give Me Your Gambling Addicts and I’ll Give You Bike Lanes and Public Space,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-07
27
2-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit by Sedan in Queens▸Oct 27 - A 2-year-old girl was struck by a sedan in Queens. The child suffered hip and upper leg injuries. The driver’s view was obstructed. The crash happened near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard. The child was conscious and had abrasions.
According to the police report, a 2-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 Ford sedan traveling southeast near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The child was not in the roadway but was hit nonetheless, sustaining hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s impaired visibility played a role. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the sedan. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
25
Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left Queens▸Oct 25 - A motorcycle struck an SUV making a left turn on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. Both vehicles damaged front center ends.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south collided with an SUV making a left turn northeast on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 30-year-old man, sustained serious injuries including a fractured knee and lower leg dislocation. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. Both vehicles sustained front center end damage. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
20
SUVs Collide on Jackson Mill Road Injuring Driver▸Oct 20 - Two SUVs collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved right side and front end impacts. Limited visibility and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred on the right side doors of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of limited visibility and failure to yield in multi-vehicle collisions.
15
Distracted SUV U-Turn, Motorcyclist Ejected in Queens▸Oct 15 - SUV swung a U-turn on Junction Boulevard. Motorbike slammed in. Rider thrown, arm shattered. Both drivers distracted. Blood on the asphalt. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a motorbike traveling south on Junction Boulevard struck an SUV making a U-turn near 32 Avenue in Queens. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocated arm. Both drivers were listed as distracted. The SUV driver made an improper turn. The report notes the motorcyclist was unlicensed but wore a helmet. The SUV was hit on its left rear quarter panel. The crash left the rider conscious but injured. Driver inattention and distraction were cited for both vehicles.
10
Teen Motorcyclist Killed Slamming Into Bus▸Oct 10 - A 16-year-old on a motorcycle struck the rear of a bus on Astoria Boulevard. No helmet. Head trauma. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the streetlights. The engine ticked in the dark. The city kept moving.
A 16-year-old riding a motorcycle east on Astoria Boulevard near 101st Street collided with the rear of a northbound bus. According to the police report, the teen suffered fatal head trauma and died at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The bus was struck at its left rear quarter panel. The police report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The crash left blood on the asphalt and a city shaken by another young life lost.
8
Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Queens Collision▸Oct 8 - A motorcycle slammed into a turning SUV on Ditmars Boulevard. The rider, helmeted but unlicensed, flew from the bike. He struck the street and died on impact. The SUV’s side caved in. Metal, speed, and failure met in the dusk.
A deadly crash unfolded on Ditmars Boulevard near 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at unsafe speed collided with a BMW SUV making a left turn. The 26-year-old male motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wore a helmet, was ejected and killed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right side doors were crushed in the impact. No injuries were reported for other vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
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Speeding Sedan Tears Into Parked Car, Driver Injured▸Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
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Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Nov 9 - Two sedans traveling east collided on Grand Central Parkway. A 67-year-old female passenger suffered a neck injury. Both drivers were licensed. The injured occupant was conscious and not ejected. Alcohol involvement was noted as a contributing factor.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Grand Central Parkway collided. The impact occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the left rear bumper of the other. A 67-year-old female passenger in the rear left seat of the second sedan sustained a neck injury classified as internal and was conscious after the crash. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, though no specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses and were going straight ahead before the collision. The injured occupant was not ejected and wore no safety equipment. The crash caused damage to the front center of one sedan and the left rear quarter panel of the other.
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Ramos Opposes Casino Supports Careful Review of Citi Field Plan▸Nov 7 - Steve Cohen wants a casino at Citi Field. He promises green space and bike lanes. Renderings show paths, but crossing the Grand Central Parkway stays deadly. Locals want safer streets, not slots. Lawmakers push for community input. The fight for access continues.
Billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen has proposed a major redevelopment of the Citi Field parking lot, including a Hard Rock casino, public park, plaza, bike lanes, and a renovated train station. The plan, called 'Metropolitan Park,' was unveiled on November 7, 2023. Assembly Member Jeffrey Aubrion introduced a bill to enable construction by 'alienating' parkland, but State Sen. Jessica Ramos, the local representative, remains skeptical. Ramos said, 'I didn't think a casino is necessary to redevelop the parking lot or create a safer pathway from 34th Street to the baseball stadium,' and stressed the need for community input: 'It's important that my neighbors look carefully at the proposal and we'll continue together with our process.' Public visioning sessions showed residents want better bike and transit connections, not gambling. The proposal highlights new bike lanes on Roosevelt Avenue and Boat Basin Place, but fails to address the hazardous crossing at Grand Central Parkway for cyclists and pedestrians. Details on funding and implementation remain unclear.
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Billionaire Mets Owner: Give Me Your Gambling Addicts and I’ll Give You Bike Lanes and Public Space,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-11-07
27
2-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit by Sedan in Queens▸Oct 27 - A 2-year-old girl was struck by a sedan in Queens. The child suffered hip and upper leg injuries. The driver’s view was obstructed. The crash happened near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard. The child was conscious and had abrasions.
According to the police report, a 2-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 Ford sedan traveling southeast near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The child was not in the roadway but was hit nonetheless, sustaining hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s impaired visibility played a role. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the sedan. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
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Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left Queens▸Oct 25 - A motorcycle struck an SUV making a left turn on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. Both vehicles damaged front center ends.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south collided with an SUV making a left turn northeast on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 30-year-old man, sustained serious injuries including a fractured knee and lower leg dislocation. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. Both vehicles sustained front center end damage. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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SUVs Collide on Jackson Mill Road Injuring Driver▸Oct 20 - Two SUVs collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved right side and front end impacts. Limited visibility and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred on the right side doors of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of limited visibility and failure to yield in multi-vehicle collisions.
15
Distracted SUV U-Turn, Motorcyclist Ejected in Queens▸Oct 15 - SUV swung a U-turn on Junction Boulevard. Motorbike slammed in. Rider thrown, arm shattered. Both drivers distracted. Blood on the asphalt. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a motorbike traveling south on Junction Boulevard struck an SUV making a U-turn near 32 Avenue in Queens. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocated arm. Both drivers were listed as distracted. The SUV driver made an improper turn. The report notes the motorcyclist was unlicensed but wore a helmet. The SUV was hit on its left rear quarter panel. The crash left the rider conscious but injured. Driver inattention and distraction were cited for both vehicles.
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Teen Motorcyclist Killed Slamming Into Bus▸Oct 10 - A 16-year-old on a motorcycle struck the rear of a bus on Astoria Boulevard. No helmet. Head trauma. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the streetlights. The engine ticked in the dark. The city kept moving.
A 16-year-old riding a motorcycle east on Astoria Boulevard near 101st Street collided with the rear of a northbound bus. According to the police report, the teen suffered fatal head trauma and died at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The bus was struck at its left rear quarter panel. The police report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The crash left blood on the asphalt and a city shaken by another young life lost.
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Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Queens Collision▸Oct 8 - A motorcycle slammed into a turning SUV on Ditmars Boulevard. The rider, helmeted but unlicensed, flew from the bike. He struck the street and died on impact. The SUV’s side caved in. Metal, speed, and failure met in the dusk.
A deadly crash unfolded on Ditmars Boulevard near 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at unsafe speed collided with a BMW SUV making a left turn. The 26-year-old male motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wore a helmet, was ejected and killed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right side doors were crushed in the impact. No injuries were reported for other vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
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Speeding Sedan Tears Into Parked Car, Driver Injured▸Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Nov 7 - Steve Cohen wants a casino at Citi Field. He promises green space and bike lanes. Renderings show paths, but crossing the Grand Central Parkway stays deadly. Locals want safer streets, not slots. Lawmakers push for community input. The fight for access continues.
Billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen has proposed a major redevelopment of the Citi Field parking lot, including a Hard Rock casino, public park, plaza, bike lanes, and a renovated train station. The plan, called 'Metropolitan Park,' was unveiled on November 7, 2023. Assembly Member Jeffrey Aubrion introduced a bill to enable construction by 'alienating' parkland, but State Sen. Jessica Ramos, the local representative, remains skeptical. Ramos said, 'I didn't think a casino is necessary to redevelop the parking lot or create a safer pathway from 34th Street to the baseball stadium,' and stressed the need for community input: 'It's important that my neighbors look carefully at the proposal and we'll continue together with our process.' Public visioning sessions showed residents want better bike and transit connections, not gambling. The proposal highlights new bike lanes on Roosevelt Avenue and Boat Basin Place, but fails to address the hazardous crossing at Grand Central Parkway for cyclists and pedestrians. Details on funding and implementation remain unclear.
- Billionaire Mets Owner: Give Me Your Gambling Addicts and I’ll Give You Bike Lanes and Public Space, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-11-07
27
2-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit by Sedan in Queens▸Oct 27 - A 2-year-old girl was struck by a sedan in Queens. The child suffered hip and upper leg injuries. The driver’s view was obstructed. The crash happened near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard. The child was conscious and had abrasions.
According to the police report, a 2-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 Ford sedan traveling southeast near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The child was not in the roadway but was hit nonetheless, sustaining hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s impaired visibility played a role. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the sedan. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
25
Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left Queens▸Oct 25 - A motorcycle struck an SUV making a left turn on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. Both vehicles damaged front center ends.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south collided with an SUV making a left turn northeast on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 30-year-old man, sustained serious injuries including a fractured knee and lower leg dislocation. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. Both vehicles sustained front center end damage. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
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SUVs Collide on Jackson Mill Road Injuring Driver▸Oct 20 - Two SUVs collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved right side and front end impacts. Limited visibility and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred on the right side doors of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of limited visibility and failure to yield in multi-vehicle collisions.
15
Distracted SUV U-Turn, Motorcyclist Ejected in Queens▸Oct 15 - SUV swung a U-turn on Junction Boulevard. Motorbike slammed in. Rider thrown, arm shattered. Both drivers distracted. Blood on the asphalt. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a motorbike traveling south on Junction Boulevard struck an SUV making a U-turn near 32 Avenue in Queens. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocated arm. Both drivers were listed as distracted. The SUV driver made an improper turn. The report notes the motorcyclist was unlicensed but wore a helmet. The SUV was hit on its left rear quarter panel. The crash left the rider conscious but injured. Driver inattention and distraction were cited for both vehicles.
10
Teen Motorcyclist Killed Slamming Into Bus▸Oct 10 - A 16-year-old on a motorcycle struck the rear of a bus on Astoria Boulevard. No helmet. Head trauma. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the streetlights. The engine ticked in the dark. The city kept moving.
A 16-year-old riding a motorcycle east on Astoria Boulevard near 101st Street collided with the rear of a northbound bus. According to the police report, the teen suffered fatal head trauma and died at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The bus was struck at its left rear quarter panel. The police report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The crash left blood on the asphalt and a city shaken by another young life lost.
8
Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Queens Collision▸Oct 8 - A motorcycle slammed into a turning SUV on Ditmars Boulevard. The rider, helmeted but unlicensed, flew from the bike. He struck the street and died on impact. The SUV’s side caved in. Metal, speed, and failure met in the dusk.
A deadly crash unfolded on Ditmars Boulevard near 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at unsafe speed collided with a BMW SUV making a left turn. The 26-year-old male motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wore a helmet, was ejected and killed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right side doors were crushed in the impact. No injuries were reported for other vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
8
Speeding Sedan Tears Into Parked Car, Driver Injured▸Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
-
File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Oct 27 - A 2-year-old girl was struck by a sedan in Queens. The child suffered hip and upper leg injuries. The driver’s view was obstructed. The crash happened near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard. The child was conscious and had abrasions.
According to the police report, a 2-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 Ford sedan traveling southeast near 94-00 Ditmars Boulevard in Queens. The child was not in the roadway but was hit nonetheless, sustaining hip and upper leg injuries and abrasions. The driver was licensed and going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "View Obstructed/Limited" as a contributing factor, indicating the driver’s impaired visibility played a role. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the sedan. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.
25
Motorcycle Hits SUV Turning Left Queens▸Oct 25 - A motorcycle struck an SUV making a left turn on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. Both vehicles damaged front center ends.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south collided with an SUV making a left turn northeast on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 30-year-old man, sustained serious injuries including a fractured knee and lower leg dislocation. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. Both vehicles sustained front center end damage. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
20
SUVs Collide on Jackson Mill Road Injuring Driver▸Oct 20 - Two SUVs collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved right side and front end impacts. Limited visibility and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred on the right side doors of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of limited visibility and failure to yield in multi-vehicle collisions.
15
Distracted SUV U-Turn, Motorcyclist Ejected in Queens▸Oct 15 - SUV swung a U-turn on Junction Boulevard. Motorbike slammed in. Rider thrown, arm shattered. Both drivers distracted. Blood on the asphalt. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a motorbike traveling south on Junction Boulevard struck an SUV making a U-turn near 32 Avenue in Queens. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocated arm. Both drivers were listed as distracted. The SUV driver made an improper turn. The report notes the motorcyclist was unlicensed but wore a helmet. The SUV was hit on its left rear quarter panel. The crash left the rider conscious but injured. Driver inattention and distraction were cited for both vehicles.
10
Teen Motorcyclist Killed Slamming Into Bus▸Oct 10 - A 16-year-old on a motorcycle struck the rear of a bus on Astoria Boulevard. No helmet. Head trauma. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the streetlights. The engine ticked in the dark. The city kept moving.
A 16-year-old riding a motorcycle east on Astoria Boulevard near 101st Street collided with the rear of a northbound bus. According to the police report, the teen suffered fatal head trauma and died at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The bus was struck at its left rear quarter panel. The police report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The crash left blood on the asphalt and a city shaken by another young life lost.
8
Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Queens Collision▸Oct 8 - A motorcycle slammed into a turning SUV on Ditmars Boulevard. The rider, helmeted but unlicensed, flew from the bike. He struck the street and died on impact. The SUV’s side caved in. Metal, speed, and failure met in the dusk.
A deadly crash unfolded on Ditmars Boulevard near 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at unsafe speed collided with a BMW SUV making a left turn. The 26-year-old male motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wore a helmet, was ejected and killed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right side doors were crushed in the impact. No injuries were reported for other vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
8
Speeding Sedan Tears Into Parked Car, Driver Injured▸Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Oct 25 - A motorcycle struck an SUV making a left turn on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver suffered a fractured knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. Both vehicles damaged front center ends.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling south collided with an SUV making a left turn northeast on 108 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 30-year-old man, sustained serious injuries including a fractured knee and lower leg dislocation. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. Both vehicles sustained front center end damage. The motorcycle driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.
20
SUVs Collide on Jackson Mill Road Injuring Driver▸Oct 20 - Two SUVs collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved right side and front end impacts. Limited visibility and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred on the right side doors of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of limited visibility and failure to yield in multi-vehicle collisions.
15
Distracted SUV U-Turn, Motorcyclist Ejected in Queens▸Oct 15 - SUV swung a U-turn on Junction Boulevard. Motorbike slammed in. Rider thrown, arm shattered. Both drivers distracted. Blood on the asphalt. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a motorbike traveling south on Junction Boulevard struck an SUV making a U-turn near 32 Avenue in Queens. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocated arm. Both drivers were listed as distracted. The SUV driver made an improper turn. The report notes the motorcyclist was unlicensed but wore a helmet. The SUV was hit on its left rear quarter panel. The crash left the rider conscious but injured. Driver inattention and distraction were cited for both vehicles.
10
Teen Motorcyclist Killed Slamming Into Bus▸Oct 10 - A 16-year-old on a motorcycle struck the rear of a bus on Astoria Boulevard. No helmet. Head trauma. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the streetlights. The engine ticked in the dark. The city kept moving.
A 16-year-old riding a motorcycle east on Astoria Boulevard near 101st Street collided with the rear of a northbound bus. According to the police report, the teen suffered fatal head trauma and died at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The bus was struck at its left rear quarter panel. The police report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The crash left blood on the asphalt and a city shaken by another young life lost.
8
Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Queens Collision▸Oct 8 - A motorcycle slammed into a turning SUV on Ditmars Boulevard. The rider, helmeted but unlicensed, flew from the bike. He struck the street and died on impact. The SUV’s side caved in. Metal, speed, and failure met in the dusk.
A deadly crash unfolded on Ditmars Boulevard near 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at unsafe speed collided with a BMW SUV making a left turn. The 26-year-old male motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wore a helmet, was ejected and killed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right side doors were crushed in the impact. No injuries were reported for other vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
8
Speeding Sedan Tears Into Parked Car, Driver Injured▸Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Oct 20 - Two SUVs collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved right side and front end impacts. Limited visibility and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Jackson Mill Road. The female driver of one SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain and whiplash. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact occurred on the right side doors of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. The crash highlights the dangers of limited visibility and failure to yield in multi-vehicle collisions.
15
Distracted SUV U-Turn, Motorcyclist Ejected in Queens▸Oct 15 - SUV swung a U-turn on Junction Boulevard. Motorbike slammed in. Rider thrown, arm shattered. Both drivers distracted. Blood on the asphalt. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a motorbike traveling south on Junction Boulevard struck an SUV making a U-turn near 32 Avenue in Queens. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocated arm. Both drivers were listed as distracted. The SUV driver made an improper turn. The report notes the motorcyclist was unlicensed but wore a helmet. The SUV was hit on its left rear quarter panel. The crash left the rider conscious but injured. Driver inattention and distraction were cited for both vehicles.
10
Teen Motorcyclist Killed Slamming Into Bus▸Oct 10 - A 16-year-old on a motorcycle struck the rear of a bus on Astoria Boulevard. No helmet. Head trauma. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the streetlights. The engine ticked in the dark. The city kept moving.
A 16-year-old riding a motorcycle east on Astoria Boulevard near 101st Street collided with the rear of a northbound bus. According to the police report, the teen suffered fatal head trauma and died at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The bus was struck at its left rear quarter panel. The police report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The crash left blood on the asphalt and a city shaken by another young life lost.
8
Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Queens Collision▸Oct 8 - A motorcycle slammed into a turning SUV on Ditmars Boulevard. The rider, helmeted but unlicensed, flew from the bike. He struck the street and died on impact. The SUV’s side caved in. Metal, speed, and failure met in the dusk.
A deadly crash unfolded on Ditmars Boulevard near 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at unsafe speed collided with a BMW SUV making a left turn. The 26-year-old male motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wore a helmet, was ejected and killed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right side doors were crushed in the impact. No injuries were reported for other vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
8
Speeding Sedan Tears Into Parked Car, Driver Injured▸Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Oct 15 - SUV swung a U-turn on Junction Boulevard. Motorbike slammed in. Rider thrown, arm shattered. Both drivers distracted. Blood on the asphalt. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a motorbike traveling south on Junction Boulevard struck an SUV making a U-turn near 32 Avenue in Queens. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured elbow and dislocated arm. Both drivers were listed as distracted. The SUV driver made an improper turn. The report notes the motorcyclist was unlicensed but wore a helmet. The SUV was hit on its left rear quarter panel. The crash left the rider conscious but injured. Driver inattention and distraction were cited for both vehicles.
10
Teen Motorcyclist Killed Slamming Into Bus▸Oct 10 - A 16-year-old on a motorcycle struck the rear of a bus on Astoria Boulevard. No helmet. Head trauma. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the streetlights. The engine ticked in the dark. The city kept moving.
A 16-year-old riding a motorcycle east on Astoria Boulevard near 101st Street collided with the rear of a northbound bus. According to the police report, the teen suffered fatal head trauma and died at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The bus was struck at its left rear quarter panel. The police report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The crash left blood on the asphalt and a city shaken by another young life lost.
8
Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Queens Collision▸Oct 8 - A motorcycle slammed into a turning SUV on Ditmars Boulevard. The rider, helmeted but unlicensed, flew from the bike. He struck the street and died on impact. The SUV’s side caved in. Metal, speed, and failure met in the dusk.
A deadly crash unfolded on Ditmars Boulevard near 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at unsafe speed collided with a BMW SUV making a left turn. The 26-year-old male motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wore a helmet, was ejected and killed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right side doors were crushed in the impact. No injuries were reported for other vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
8
Speeding Sedan Tears Into Parked Car, Driver Injured▸Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
-
File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Oct 10 - A 16-year-old on a motorcycle struck the rear of a bus on Astoria Boulevard. No helmet. Head trauma. Blood pooled on the street. He died under the streetlights. The engine ticked in the dark. The city kept moving.
A 16-year-old riding a motorcycle east on Astoria Boulevard near 101st Street collided with the rear of a northbound bus. According to the police report, the teen suffered fatal head trauma and died at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors in the crash. The bus was struck at its left rear quarter panel. The police report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The crash left blood on the asphalt and a city shaken by another young life lost.
8
Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Queens Collision▸Oct 8 - A motorcycle slammed into a turning SUV on Ditmars Boulevard. The rider, helmeted but unlicensed, flew from the bike. He struck the street and died on impact. The SUV’s side caved in. Metal, speed, and failure met in the dusk.
A deadly crash unfolded on Ditmars Boulevard near 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at unsafe speed collided with a BMW SUV making a left turn. The 26-year-old male motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wore a helmet, was ejected and killed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right side doors were crushed in the impact. No injuries were reported for other vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
8
Speeding Sedan Tears Into Parked Car, Driver Injured▸Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Oct 8 - A motorcycle slammed into a turning SUV on Ditmars Boulevard. The rider, helmeted but unlicensed, flew from the bike. He struck the street and died on impact. The SUV’s side caved in. Metal, speed, and failure met in the dusk.
A deadly crash unfolded on Ditmars Boulevard near 31st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling at unsafe speed collided with a BMW SUV making a left turn. The 26-year-old male motorcyclist, who was unlicensed but wore a helmet, was ejected and killed. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV’s right side doors were crushed in the impact. No injuries were reported for other vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and speed on city streets.
8
Speeding Sedan Tears Into Parked Car, Driver Injured▸Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Oct 8 - A sedan sped down 23rd Avenue and slammed into a parked car near 91st Street. Metal shrieked. The driver, fifty, bled from the head. Sirens cut the air. The street bore witness to speed and steel.
A crash on 23rd Avenue near 91st Street in Queens left a 50-year-old driver injured. According to the police report, a speeding sedan struck a parked car with force. The driver suffered severe head lacerations and was found conscious, belted, with the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact also rocked a nearby bus. The data shows no errors by other road users. The only listed cause is the sedan's unsafe speed, which led to the violent collision and injury.
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalk Legislation▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
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File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
-
File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
-
File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at school zones. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Too many crashes near schools. NYPD cut crossing guards. Council wants state to act. Session ended, bill filed.
Resolution 0792-2023, filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The bill would require scramble crosswalks at school entrances during arrival and dismissal. The matter, introduced September 28, 2023, was sponsored by Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley. The resolution states: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' The council highlights a surge in crashes near schools and the loss of 486 NYPD crossing guards. The bill aims to cut deadly conflict between cars and children. The session ended with the bill filed, not enacted.
- File Res 0792-2023, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
-
File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
-
File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
17
SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
16
Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
- File Res 0792-2023, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2023-09-28
28Res 0792-2023
Ramos Supports Safety Boosting Scramble Crosswalks Near Schools▸Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
-
File Res 0792-2023,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2023-09-28
27
Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
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SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sep 28 - Council calls for scramble crosswalks at schools. Kids cross in all directions. Cars stop. Fewer deadly conflicts. NYPD cut crossing guards. Streets stay dangerous. Council pushes Albany for action.
Resolution Res 0792-2023 was filed by the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced September 28, 2023, and filed at session’s end, it urges Albany to pass A.5001-A/S.2515-B. The matter: 'establishing scramble crosswalks leading to and from school buildings during times of student arrival and dismissal.' Council Members Hanif (primary), Brooks-Powers, Restler, and Riley sponsored. The bill responds to deadly crashes near schools and NYPD’s cut of 486 crossing guards. Scramble crosswalks stop all cars so kids cross in every direction, cutting conflicts. The Council wants the state to act before more children are hurt.
- File Res 0792-2023, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2023-09-28
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Sedan Hits Debris on Grand Central Parkway▸Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
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SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sep 27 - A sedan struck debris on Grand Central Parkway. The driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered facial bruises. The vehicle's front center took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No ejection occurred.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver was injured when his sedan collided with obstruction or debris on Grand Central Parkway. The impact was to the center front end of the vehicle. The driver sustained a contusion to the face but remained conscious and was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Obstruction/Debris" as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The vehicle damage was limited to the front center end.
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SUV Rear-Ends Backing Sedan on Ditmars Boulevard▸Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sep 17 - A 26-year-old male driver suffered head injuries in a Queens crash. A Dodge SUV traveling west struck a Toyota sedan backing east. Both vehicles sustained rear-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No clear driver errors were listed.
According to the police report, a Dodge SUV traveling west on Ditmars Boulevard collided with a Toyota sedan that was backing east. The impact occurred at the center back end of the sedan and the right front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old male, was injured with head trauma but remained conscious and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. Both vehicles were damaged at the rear, indicating a rear-end collision. The crash involved no pedestrians or cyclists. The driver’s injury severity was classified as moderate internal head injury.
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Sedan Turns Improperly, Hits Motorcycle▸Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.
Sep 16 - A sedan made an improper left turn on 87 Street in Queens. It struck a motorcycle traveling straight east. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered a neck injury and bruises. Both vehicles sustained front and rear quarter damage.
According to the police report, a sedan was making a left turn on 87 Street when it collided with a motorcycle traveling straight ahead. The motorcyclist, a 38-year-old man wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained a neck injury and contusions. The report lists "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor for the crash. The sedan's right rear quarter panel and the motorcycle's center front end were damaged. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but injured. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling east, as was the motorcyclist. No other contributing factors were specified.