Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in North Corona?
Northern Boulevard Bleeds—Who Will Stop the Next Death?
North Corona: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
A Year of Broken Bodies and Broken Promises
The streets of North Corona do not forgive. In the past twelve months, one person died and 155 were injured in crashes here. Two suffered injuries so grave they may never walk the same. The toll is not numbers. It is a father who will not come home, a teenager with a bandaged head, a cyclist left bleeding on the curb.
Northern Boulevard is a killing ground. In February, a 23-year-old man, Justin Diaz, was driving to work. He never made it. An off-duty firefighter, drunk and high, sped through a red light at 83 miles per hour and hit him broadside. Diaz died at Elmhurst Hospital. His mother said, “My son’s life mattered just like anyone else’s. An innocent 23-year-old going to work. It’s very, very sad. My heart is broken forever.”
The driver, Michael Pena, had 25 school zone speeding tickets in the past year. He is charged with manslaughter. The system let him keep driving. Justin’s brother said, “He is a dangerous person who should have never been on these streets,”.
The Numbers Do Not Lie
In three and a half years, North Corona saw 851 crashes, 442 injuries, 5 serious injuries, and 1 death. The wounded are not just drivers. 45 children under 18 were hurt. Cyclists and pedestrians are struck by cars, SUVs, trucks, and motorcycles. The street is a gauntlet.
SUVs and sedans are the main weapons. In the last year, they caused the most injuries to pedestrians. Trucks, bikes, and mopeds also left people bleeding. The violence is relentless, the pattern clear.
Leadership: Words, Not Action
Local leaders talk of Vision Zero and safer streets. But the blood on Northern Boulevard says otherwise. The city has the power to lower speed limits to 20 mph. It has not done so here. Speed cameras work, but the law that keeps them running is always at risk. The Dangerous Vehicle Abatement Program lapsed. The silence is loud.
What Now?
This is not fate. It is policy. Call your council member. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand speed cameras that never go dark. Demand streets that do not kill. Do not wait for another family to grieve. Take action now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-05-02
- Off-Duty Firefighter Charged In Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-04-17
- Queens Crash: Speed, Drugs, One Dead, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-17
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4648674 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-04
- Red Light Crash Kills Driver in Queens, New York Post, Published 2025-02-27
- Red Light Crash Kills BMW Driver, NY Daily News, Published 2025-02-26
- Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-05-02
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
North Corona North Corona sits in Queens, Precinct 115, District 21, AD 35, SD 13, Queens CB3.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for North Corona
S 1078Ramos votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 47-year-old woman suffered a head injury and whiplash as a front-seat passenger in a sedan struck from behind by an SUV. Both vehicles were traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue. The SUV driver was inattentive, causing the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens when a station wagon/SUV rear-ended a sedan. The sedan carried a 47-year-old female front passenger who sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain attention, leading to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound. The SUV struck the sedan at its center back end, damaging both vehicles' center sections. No ejections occurred. The driver errors noted focus on the SUV driver's distraction; no other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Larinda Hooks Supports LaGuardia AirTrain Ferry Opposes Lane Removal▸Queens residents and officials clashed over 14 transit plans for LaGuardia. Subway, bus, light rail, and ferry all on the table. Council Member Larinda Hooks backed the AirTrain and ferry. No decision. The city waits. Danger and delay remain.
"The original plan is still the best plan. If you look at all the options, it’s the only one that doesn’t go near anybody’s house. It doesn’t go into anyone’s community. Won’t be issues with taking away parking spots, taking away a lane so there’s the most traffic. It makes the most sense for homeowners or renters or people who just live in the community." -- Larinda Hooks
On March 27, 2022, a public consultation in Queens reviewed 14 alternatives for LaGuardia Airport transit access. The session followed Governor Hochul’s cancellation of the Willets Point AirTrain. The event, covered by the media and led by a panel including Janette Sadik-Khan, drew strong opinions. The matter summary: 'In Astoria, Queens, 14 possible transit options for connecting to LaGuardia Airport were presented at a public comment session.' Council Member Larinda Hooks (District 35) voiced support for the original AirTrain, ferry service, and other mass transit options, but opposed removing parking or traffic lanes. Hooks said, 'The original plan is still the best plan... It doesn’t go near anybody’s house.' The process continues. No final plan. Vulnerable road users still face risk as traffic and confusion persist.
-
In Queens, everything is on the table for Hochul’s LaGuardia connection,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-03-27
S 3897Ramos votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Ramos votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 63-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 101 Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 101 Street while crossing with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV, making a right turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered a bruise but was not ejected or otherwise severely harmed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk▸A 44-year-old man was injured crossing a marked crosswalk on 39 Avenue in Queens. The SUV, making a left turn, hit him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk at an intersection on 39 Avenue in Queens when he was struck by a 2012 SUV making a left turn. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to notice the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling north. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
S 1078Ramos votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Queens Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash▸A 45-year-old male bicyclist riding south on 108 Street in Queens suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The rider was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding southbound on 108 Street near 39 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or collisions with other vehicles. The cyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet, though the helmet type is noted as motorcycle only. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The incident left the rider in shock. The report does not indicate involvement of other vehicles or pedestrians.
2Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Left Turn in Queens▸A motorcycle struck a sedan turning left on 34 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected and seriously injured. The driver wore a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 34 Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northbound. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 18-year-old female passenger were both ejected from the motorcycle. Both suffered serious internal injuries, with the driver unconscious and the passenger conscious but injured in the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving northbound. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Northern Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
- File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-05-16
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-05-16
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 47-year-old woman suffered a head injury and whiplash as a front-seat passenger in a sedan struck from behind by an SUV. Both vehicles were traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue. The SUV driver was inattentive, causing the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens when a station wagon/SUV rear-ended a sedan. The sedan carried a 47-year-old female front passenger who sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain attention, leading to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound. The SUV struck the sedan at its center back end, damaging both vehicles' center sections. No ejections occurred. The driver errors noted focus on the SUV driver's distraction; no other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Larinda Hooks Supports LaGuardia AirTrain Ferry Opposes Lane Removal▸Queens residents and officials clashed over 14 transit plans for LaGuardia. Subway, bus, light rail, and ferry all on the table. Council Member Larinda Hooks backed the AirTrain and ferry. No decision. The city waits. Danger and delay remain.
"The original plan is still the best plan. If you look at all the options, it’s the only one that doesn’t go near anybody’s house. It doesn’t go into anyone’s community. Won’t be issues with taking away parking spots, taking away a lane so there’s the most traffic. It makes the most sense for homeowners or renters or people who just live in the community." -- Larinda Hooks
On March 27, 2022, a public consultation in Queens reviewed 14 alternatives for LaGuardia Airport transit access. The session followed Governor Hochul’s cancellation of the Willets Point AirTrain. The event, covered by the media and led by a panel including Janette Sadik-Khan, drew strong opinions. The matter summary: 'In Astoria, Queens, 14 possible transit options for connecting to LaGuardia Airport were presented at a public comment session.' Council Member Larinda Hooks (District 35) voiced support for the original AirTrain, ferry service, and other mass transit options, but opposed removing parking or traffic lanes. Hooks said, 'The original plan is still the best plan... It doesn’t go near anybody’s house.' The process continues. No final plan. Vulnerable road users still face risk as traffic and confusion persist.
-
In Queens, everything is on the table for Hochul’s LaGuardia connection,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-03-27
S 3897Ramos votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Ramos votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
-
File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 63-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 101 Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 101 Street while crossing with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV, making a right turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered a bruise but was not ejected or otherwise severely harmed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk▸A 44-year-old man was injured crossing a marked crosswalk on 39 Avenue in Queens. The SUV, making a left turn, hit him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk at an intersection on 39 Avenue in Queens when he was struck by a 2012 SUV making a left turn. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to notice the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling north. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
S 1078Ramos votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
-
File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Queens Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash▸A 45-year-old male bicyclist riding south on 108 Street in Queens suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The rider was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding southbound on 108 Street near 39 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or collisions with other vehicles. The cyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet, though the helmet type is noted as motorcycle only. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The incident left the rider in shock. The report does not indicate involvement of other vehicles or pedestrians.
2Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Left Turn in Queens▸A motorcycle struck a sedan turning left on 34 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected and seriously injured. The driver wore a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 34 Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northbound. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 18-year-old female passenger were both ejected from the motorcycle. Both suffered serious internal injuries, with the driver unconscious and the passenger conscious but injured in the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving northbound. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Northern Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-05-16
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 47-year-old woman suffered a head injury and whiplash as a front-seat passenger in a sedan struck from behind by an SUV. Both vehicles were traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue. The SUV driver was inattentive, causing the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens when a station wagon/SUV rear-ended a sedan. The sedan carried a 47-year-old female front passenger who sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain attention, leading to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound. The SUV struck the sedan at its center back end, damaging both vehicles' center sections. No ejections occurred. The driver errors noted focus on the SUV driver's distraction; no other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Larinda Hooks Supports LaGuardia AirTrain Ferry Opposes Lane Removal▸Queens residents and officials clashed over 14 transit plans for LaGuardia. Subway, bus, light rail, and ferry all on the table. Council Member Larinda Hooks backed the AirTrain and ferry. No decision. The city waits. Danger and delay remain.
"The original plan is still the best plan. If you look at all the options, it’s the only one that doesn’t go near anybody’s house. It doesn’t go into anyone’s community. Won’t be issues with taking away parking spots, taking away a lane so there’s the most traffic. It makes the most sense for homeowners or renters or people who just live in the community." -- Larinda Hooks
On March 27, 2022, a public consultation in Queens reviewed 14 alternatives for LaGuardia Airport transit access. The session followed Governor Hochul’s cancellation of the Willets Point AirTrain. The event, covered by the media and led by a panel including Janette Sadik-Khan, drew strong opinions. The matter summary: 'In Astoria, Queens, 14 possible transit options for connecting to LaGuardia Airport were presented at a public comment session.' Council Member Larinda Hooks (District 35) voiced support for the original AirTrain, ferry service, and other mass transit options, but opposed removing parking or traffic lanes. Hooks said, 'The original plan is still the best plan... It doesn’t go near anybody’s house.' The process continues. No final plan. Vulnerable road users still face risk as traffic and confusion persist.
-
In Queens, everything is on the table for Hochul’s LaGuardia connection,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-03-27
S 3897Ramos votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
-
File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Ramos votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 63-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 101 Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 101 Street while crossing with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV, making a right turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered a bruise but was not ejected or otherwise severely harmed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk▸A 44-year-old man was injured crossing a marked crosswalk on 39 Avenue in Queens. The SUV, making a left turn, hit him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk at an intersection on 39 Avenue in Queens when he was struck by a 2012 SUV making a left turn. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to notice the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling north. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
S 1078Ramos votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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Queens Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash▸A 45-year-old male bicyclist riding south on 108 Street in Queens suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The rider was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding southbound on 108 Street near 39 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or collisions with other vehicles. The cyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet, though the helmet type is noted as motorcycle only. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The incident left the rider in shock. The report does not indicate involvement of other vehicles or pedestrians.
2Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Left Turn in Queens▸A motorcycle struck a sedan turning left on 34 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected and seriously injured. The driver wore a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 34 Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northbound. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 18-year-old female passenger were both ejected from the motorcycle. Both suffered serious internal injuries, with the driver unconscious and the passenger conscious but injured in the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving northbound. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Northern Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 47-year-old woman suffered a head injury and whiplash as a front-seat passenger in a sedan struck from behind by an SUV. Both vehicles were traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue. The SUV driver was inattentive, causing the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens when a station wagon/SUV rear-ended a sedan. The sedan carried a 47-year-old female front passenger who sustained a head injury and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain attention, leading to the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound. The SUV struck the sedan at its center back end, damaging both vehicles' center sections. No ejections occurred. The driver errors noted focus on the SUV driver's distraction; no other contributing factors or victim errors were reported.
Larinda Hooks Supports LaGuardia AirTrain Ferry Opposes Lane Removal▸Queens residents and officials clashed over 14 transit plans for LaGuardia. Subway, bus, light rail, and ferry all on the table. Council Member Larinda Hooks backed the AirTrain and ferry. No decision. The city waits. Danger and delay remain.
"The original plan is still the best plan. If you look at all the options, it’s the only one that doesn’t go near anybody’s house. It doesn’t go into anyone’s community. Won’t be issues with taking away parking spots, taking away a lane so there’s the most traffic. It makes the most sense for homeowners or renters or people who just live in the community." -- Larinda Hooks
On March 27, 2022, a public consultation in Queens reviewed 14 alternatives for LaGuardia Airport transit access. The session followed Governor Hochul’s cancellation of the Willets Point AirTrain. The event, covered by the media and led by a panel including Janette Sadik-Khan, drew strong opinions. The matter summary: 'In Astoria, Queens, 14 possible transit options for connecting to LaGuardia Airport were presented at a public comment session.' Council Member Larinda Hooks (District 35) voiced support for the original AirTrain, ferry service, and other mass transit options, but opposed removing parking or traffic lanes. Hooks said, 'The original plan is still the best plan... It doesn’t go near anybody’s house.' The process continues. No final plan. Vulnerable road users still face risk as traffic and confusion persist.
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In Queens, everything is on the table for Hochul’s LaGuardia connection,
gothamist.com,
Published 2022-03-27
S 3897Ramos votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
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Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Ramos votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
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Published 2022-03-02
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 63-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 101 Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 101 Street while crossing with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV, making a right turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered a bruise but was not ejected or otherwise severely harmed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk▸A 44-year-old man was injured crossing a marked crosswalk on 39 Avenue in Queens. The SUV, making a left turn, hit him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk at an intersection on 39 Avenue in Queens when he was struck by a 2012 SUV making a left turn. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to notice the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling north. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
S 1078Ramos votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Queens Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash▸A 45-year-old male bicyclist riding south on 108 Street in Queens suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The rider was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding southbound on 108 Street near 39 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or collisions with other vehicles. The cyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet, though the helmet type is noted as motorcycle only. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The incident left the rider in shock. The report does not indicate involvement of other vehicles or pedestrians.
2Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Left Turn in Queens▸A motorcycle struck a sedan turning left on 34 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected and seriously injured. The driver wore a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 34 Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northbound. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 18-year-old female passenger were both ejected from the motorcycle. Both suffered serious internal injuries, with the driver unconscious and the passenger conscious but injured in the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving northbound. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Northern Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Queens residents and officials clashed over 14 transit plans for LaGuardia. Subway, bus, light rail, and ferry all on the table. Council Member Larinda Hooks backed the AirTrain and ferry. No decision. The city waits. Danger and delay remain.
"The original plan is still the best plan. If you look at all the options, it’s the only one that doesn’t go near anybody’s house. It doesn’t go into anyone’s community. Won’t be issues with taking away parking spots, taking away a lane so there’s the most traffic. It makes the most sense for homeowners or renters or people who just live in the community." -- Larinda Hooks
On March 27, 2022, a public consultation in Queens reviewed 14 alternatives for LaGuardia Airport transit access. The session followed Governor Hochul’s cancellation of the Willets Point AirTrain. The event, covered by the media and led by a panel including Janette Sadik-Khan, drew strong opinions. The matter summary: 'In Astoria, Queens, 14 possible transit options for connecting to LaGuardia Airport were presented at a public comment session.' Council Member Larinda Hooks (District 35) voiced support for the original AirTrain, ferry service, and other mass transit options, but opposed removing parking or traffic lanes. Hooks said, 'The original plan is still the best plan... It doesn’t go near anybody’s house.' The process continues. No final plan. Vulnerable road users still face risk as traffic and confusion persist.
- In Queens, everything is on the table for Hochul’s LaGuardia connection, gothamist.com, Published 2022-03-27
S 3897Ramos votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Ramos votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 63-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 101 Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 101 Street while crossing with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV, making a right turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered a bruise but was not ejected or otherwise severely harmed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk▸A 44-year-old man was injured crossing a marked crosswalk on 39 Avenue in Queens. The SUV, making a left turn, hit him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk at an intersection on 39 Avenue in Queens when he was struck by a 2012 SUV making a left turn. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to notice the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling north. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
S 1078Ramos votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Queens Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash▸A 45-year-old male bicyclist riding south on 108 Street in Queens suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The rider was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding southbound on 108 Street near 39 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or collisions with other vehicles. The cyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet, though the helmet type is noted as motorcycle only. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The incident left the rider in shock. The report does not indicate involvement of other vehicles or pedestrians.
2Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Left Turn in Queens▸A motorcycle struck a sedan turning left on 34 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected and seriously injured. The driver wore a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 34 Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northbound. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 18-year-old female passenger were both ejected from the motorcycle. Both suffered serious internal injuries, with the driver unconscious and the passenger conscious but injured in the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving northbound. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Northern Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
- File S 3897, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
S 3897Ramos votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.▸Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
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File S 3897,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 63-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 101 Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 101 Street while crossing with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV, making a right turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered a bruise but was not ejected or otherwise severely harmed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk▸A 44-year-old man was injured crossing a marked crosswalk on 39 Avenue in Queens. The SUV, making a left turn, hit him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk at an intersection on 39 Avenue in Queens when he was struck by a 2012 SUV making a left turn. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to notice the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling north. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
S 1078Ramos votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Queens Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash▸A 45-year-old male bicyclist riding south on 108 Street in Queens suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The rider was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding southbound on 108 Street near 39 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or collisions with other vehicles. The cyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet, though the helmet type is noted as motorcycle only. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The incident left the rider in shock. The report does not indicate involvement of other vehicles or pedestrians.
2Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Left Turn in Queens▸A motorcycle struck a sedan turning left on 34 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected and seriously injured. The driver wore a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 34 Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northbound. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 18-year-old female passenger were both ejected from the motorcycle. Both suffered serious internal injuries, with the driver unconscious and the passenger conscious but injured in the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving northbound. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Northern Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate passed S 3897. More state cash flows to cities that build complete streets. Lawmakers push for safer roads. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at survival.
Bill S 3897 cleared the Senate committee on March 2, 2022, with a final vote on May 25, 2022. The bill, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' boosts state funding for transportation projects when cities add complete street features. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Senators including Cooney, Gallivan, Kaminsky, Kaplan, Liu, and others voted yes. The measure aims to tie state money to safer street design, pushing municipalities to build roads that protect people outside cars.
- File S 3897, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 63-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 101 Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 101 Street while crossing with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV, making a right turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered a bruise but was not ejected or otherwise severely harmed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk▸A 44-year-old man was injured crossing a marked crosswalk on 39 Avenue in Queens. The SUV, making a left turn, hit him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk at an intersection on 39 Avenue in Queens when he was struck by a 2012 SUV making a left turn. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to notice the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling north. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
S 1078Ramos votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Queens Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash▸A 45-year-old male bicyclist riding south on 108 Street in Queens suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The rider was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding southbound on 108 Street near 39 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or collisions with other vehicles. The cyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet, though the helmet type is noted as motorcycle only. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The incident left the rider in shock. The report does not indicate involvement of other vehicles or pedestrians.
2Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Left Turn in Queens▸A motorcycle struck a sedan turning left on 34 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected and seriously injured. The driver wore a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 34 Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northbound. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 18-year-old female passenger were both ejected from the motorcycle. Both suffered serious internal injuries, with the driver unconscious and the passenger conscious but injured in the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving northbound. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Northern Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
S 5130Ramos votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
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File S 5130,
Open States,
Published 2022-03-02
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 63-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 101 Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 101 Street while crossing with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV, making a right turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered a bruise but was not ejected or otherwise severely harmed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk▸A 44-year-old man was injured crossing a marked crosswalk on 39 Avenue in Queens. The SUV, making a left turn, hit him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk at an intersection on 39 Avenue in Queens when he was struck by a 2012 SUV making a left turn. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to notice the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling north. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
S 1078Ramos votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Queens Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash▸A 45-year-old male bicyclist riding south on 108 Street in Queens suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The rider was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding southbound on 108 Street near 39 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or collisions with other vehicles. The cyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet, though the helmet type is noted as motorcycle only. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The incident left the rider in shock. The report does not indicate involvement of other vehicles or pedestrians.
2Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Left Turn in Queens▸A motorcycle struck a sedan turning left on 34 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected and seriously injured. The driver wore a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 34 Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northbound. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 18-year-old female passenger were both ejected from the motorcycle. Both suffered serious internal injuries, with the driver unconscious and the passenger conscious but injured in the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving northbound. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Northern Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.
Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.
- File S 5130, Open States, Published 2022-03-02
SUV Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 63-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 101 Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 101 Street while crossing with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV, making a right turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered a bruise but was not ejected or otherwise severely harmed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk▸A 44-year-old man was injured crossing a marked crosswalk on 39 Avenue in Queens. The SUV, making a left turn, hit him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk at an intersection on 39 Avenue in Queens when he was struck by a 2012 SUV making a left turn. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to notice the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling north. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
S 1078Ramos votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Queens Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash▸A 45-year-old male bicyclist riding south on 108 Street in Queens suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The rider was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding southbound on 108 Street near 39 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or collisions with other vehicles. The cyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet, though the helmet type is noted as motorcycle only. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The incident left the rider in shock. The report does not indicate involvement of other vehicles or pedestrians.
2Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Left Turn in Queens▸A motorcycle struck a sedan turning left on 34 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected and seriously injured. The driver wore a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 34 Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northbound. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 18-year-old female passenger were both ejected from the motorcycle. Both suffered serious internal injuries, with the driver unconscious and the passenger conscious but injured in the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving northbound. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Northern Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 63-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 101 Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her elbow and lower arm. The vehicle showed no damage.
According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured at an intersection on 101 Street while crossing with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Nissan SUV, making a right turn, struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver errors as "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and suffered a bruise but was not ejected or otherwise severely harmed.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk▸A 44-year-old man was injured crossing a marked crosswalk on 39 Avenue in Queens. The SUV, making a left turn, hit him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk at an intersection on 39 Avenue in Queens when he was struck by a 2012 SUV making a left turn. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to notice the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling north. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
S 1078Ramos votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Queens Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash▸A 45-year-old male bicyclist riding south on 108 Street in Queens suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The rider was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding southbound on 108 Street near 39 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or collisions with other vehicles. The cyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet, though the helmet type is noted as motorcycle only. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The incident left the rider in shock. The report does not indicate involvement of other vehicles or pedestrians.
2Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Left Turn in Queens▸A motorcycle struck a sedan turning left on 34 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected and seriously injured. The driver wore a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 34 Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northbound. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 18-year-old female passenger were both ejected from the motorcycle. Both suffered serious internal injuries, with the driver unconscious and the passenger conscious but injured in the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving northbound. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Northern Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 44-year-old man was injured crossing a marked crosswalk on 39 Avenue in Queens. The SUV, making a left turn, hit him with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. Driver inattention caused the crash.
According to the police report, a 44-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk at an intersection on 39 Avenue in Queens when he was struck by a 2012 SUV making a left turn. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver failed to notice the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and traveling north. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian error or safety equipment were noted.
S 1078Ramos votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.▸Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
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File S 1078,
Open States,
Published 2022-02-01
Queens Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash▸A 45-year-old male bicyclist riding south on 108 Street in Queens suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The rider was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding southbound on 108 Street near 39 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or collisions with other vehicles. The cyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet, though the helmet type is noted as motorcycle only. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The incident left the rider in shock. The report does not indicate involvement of other vehicles or pedestrians.
2Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Left Turn in Queens▸A motorcycle struck a sedan turning left on 34 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected and seriously injured. The driver wore a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 34 Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northbound. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 18-year-old female passenger were both ejected from the motorcycle. Both suffered serious internal injuries, with the driver unconscious and the passenger conscious but injured in the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving northbound. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Northern Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.
Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.
- File S 1078, Open States, Published 2022-02-01
Queens Bicyclist Injured in Solo Crash▸A 45-year-old male bicyclist riding south on 108 Street in Queens suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The rider was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding southbound on 108 Street near 39 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or collisions with other vehicles. The cyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet, though the helmet type is noted as motorcycle only. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The incident left the rider in shock. The report does not indicate involvement of other vehicles or pedestrians.
2Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Left Turn in Queens▸A motorcycle struck a sedan turning left on 34 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected and seriously injured. The driver wore a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 34 Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northbound. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 18-year-old female passenger were both ejected from the motorcycle. Both suffered serious internal injuries, with the driver unconscious and the passenger conscious but injured in the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving northbound. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Northern Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A 45-year-old male bicyclist riding south on 108 Street in Queens suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. The crash caused no vehicle damage. The rider was left in shock.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding southbound on 108 Street near 39 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist sustained contusions and bruises to his elbow and lower arm. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or collisions with other vehicles. The cyclist was not ejected and was wearing a helmet, though the helmet type is noted as motorcycle only. No damage was reported to the bicycle. The incident left the rider in shock. The report does not indicate involvement of other vehicles or pedestrians.
2Motorcycle Hits Sedan on Left Turn in Queens▸A motorcycle struck a sedan turning left on 34 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected and seriously injured. The driver wore a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 34 Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northbound. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 18-year-old female passenger were both ejected from the motorcycle. Both suffered serious internal injuries, with the driver unconscious and the passenger conscious but injured in the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving northbound. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Northern Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
A motorcycle struck a sedan turning left on 34 Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver and passenger were both ejected and seriously injured. The driver wore a helmet. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor in the crash.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on 34 Avenue collided with a sedan making a left turn northbound. The motorcycle driver, an 18-year-old male wearing a helmet, and his 18-year-old female passenger were both ejected from the motorcycle. Both suffered serious internal injuries, with the driver unconscious and the passenger conscious but injured in the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and driving northbound. The motorcycle sustained front-end damage, and the sedan was damaged on its right front quarter panel. No other contributing factors were noted.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Northern Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Two SUVs collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention as a factor. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The crash caused center-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The rear vehicle struck the back end of the lead vehicle. The driver of the rear SUV, a 55-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead westbound at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the rear vehicle. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.