Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Elmhurst?
Eight Dead in Elmhurst—How Many More Before City Hall Acts?
Elmhurst: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025
The Death Count Grows
In Elmhurst, the numbers do not lie. Eight people killed. Over one thousand injured. These are not just numbers. They are neighbors, children, elders. In the last twelve months alone, one person died and 297 were hurt in 566 crashes. One was a child. One was someone’s parent. The street does not care who you are.
Pedestrians take the worst of it. Trucks, SUVs, bikes, mopeds—each has left bodies broken or dead. A 43-year-old woman, crossing with the light, was killed by a turning dump truck on 80th Street. A 75-year-old man died after a bike hit him at Broadway and Roosevelt. A 78-year-old woman was struck by a moped in a crosswalk. A man was crushed by an SUV on Broadway. The list goes on. See the data.
Promises and Delays
Local leaders talk about Vision Zero. They say one death is too many. But the deaths keep coming. The city has new powers under Sammy’s Law to lower speed limits to 20 mph. The law is on the books. The streets are not yet safer. Speed cameras work, but their future is always in doubt. Each delay is another risk, another family left to mourn.
Who Pays the Price?
The most vulnerable pay first. In Elmhurst, the old and the young are hit hardest. Cars and trucks killed and maimed. Bikes and mopeds, too. The street is a gauntlet. The city counts the bodies. The politicians count the votes.
What Comes Next
This is not fate. Every crash is preventable. Every death is a failure. Call your council member. Demand the 20 mph limit. Demand more cameras. Demand streets that put people first.
Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Elmhurst
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Against Signal▸A 31-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Warren Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. She was injured and found semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 SUV making a left turn on Warren Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The SUV's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest with two occupants. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the pedestrian crossing against the signal. The pedestrian was semiconscious after the crash and suffered injuries of unknown severity.
SUV Turns Left Collides With E-Scooter▸A 25-year-old man on an e-scooter was injured in Queens. An SUV making a left turn struck the scooter on its left side. The scooter driver suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver showed inexperience and distraction.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Corona Avenue in Queens involving a 2020 SUV and an e-scooter. The SUV driver, licensed and male, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the e-scooter on its left side. The e-scooter driver, a 25-year-old male, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered moderate injuries. No safety equipment was reported for the scooter rider. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end, while the e-scooter was damaged on the left side doors.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Two sedans collided head-to-back on Queens Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close passing and other vehicular errors. Both drivers were licensed men traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling eastbound on Queens Boulevard collided with one vehicle striking the rear of the other. The crash injured a 39-year-old female passenger in the rear right seat, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as "Passing Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular." Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The impact occurred at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The injured passenger was not ejected and experienced shock. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Moped Driver Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped driver was injured in a Queens crash at 87 Street and Roosevelt Avenue. The vehicle making a left turn struck the moped going straight. The driver suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected. Failure to yield caused the impact.
According to the police report, a vehicle making a left turn collided with a moped traveling straight on 87 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 19-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. He remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was the occupant injured in this collision. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted. The impact occurred at the center front end of both vehicles, indicating a direct frontal collision.
Sedan Left Turn Hits Moped Rider Queens▸A sedan making a left turn struck a moped rider going straight on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. No safety gear was reported.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male moped driver was injured when a 2017 sedan made a left turn and collided with the moped traveling straight ahead on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the moped’s center front end. The moped driver sustained head abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling south while making the left turn. The moped driver was not reported to be wearing any safety equipment. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly.
Teen Cyclist Strikes Parked Sedan in Queens▸A 17-year-old bicyclist hit a parked sedan on 77th Street in Queens. He suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan was undamaged. No driver errors listed. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist collided with the left side doors of a parked 2023 Toyota sedan near 40-09 77 Street in Queens. The impact caused abrasions and injuries to the bicyclist's knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The sedan sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. Both vehicles were traveling north, with the sedan parked and the bike going straight ahead.
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A moped and sedan collided head-on on Broadway in Queens. The unlicensed female moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The sedan driver remained in the vehicle. Police cited improper lane usage and traffic control disregard as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Broadway in Queens involving a sedan and a moped. The moped driver, a 25-year-old female, was ejected from her vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed but wearing a helmet. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling north and struck the moped head-on. The moped's left front bumper and the sedan's center front end were damaged. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to lane usage and traffic control violations.
Ramos Demands App Companies Overhaul Delivery Worker Conditions▸Council and advocates clash over mopeds, e-bikes, and delivery safety. Cars still kill most. Workers ride illegal mopeds for survival. Tech giants dodge blame. Council calls for more bike lanes, charging stations, and corporate accountability. Enforcement alone cannot fix broken streets.
"The solution here is for the delivery app companies, Grubhub, Uber Eats, DoorDash, to actually overhaul them. It’s not fair that the deliveristas are underpaid, and then on top of that, have to buy their own whatever it is, an e-bike. I don’t blame them for making this switch." -- Jessica Ramos
On August 23, 2023, Council Member Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47) and others debated New York City’s so-called 'moped crisis.' The matter, titled 'The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,' exposes how delivery workers, squeezed by low pay and unsafe roads, turn to illegal mopeds. Council Member Alexa Aviles demanded rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and resources for workers. State Sen. Jessica Ramos blamed app companies for shifting costs onto underpaid deliveristas. Advocacy leaders like Carl Mahaney rejected crackdowns, calling for dedicated space instead. Jon Orcutt criticized City Hall’s blindspot on traffic rules. The debate centered on expanding bike lanes, building charging infrastructure, holding tech companies accountable, and buyback programs for unsafe batteries. No direct safety analyst assessment was provided, but the discussion highlights deep systemic failures endangering vulnerable road users.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-08-23
Ramos Supports Justice for Delivery Workers and Industry Accountability▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
A 7979Raga co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
Unlicensed E-Bike Hits Parked SUV on Dongan Avenue▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist riding an unlicensed e-bike crashed into a parked SUV on Dongan Avenue. The rider suffered a severe head injury with fractures and dislocations. The e-bike’s front center struck the stationary vehicle. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist operating an unlicensed e-bike traveling east on Dongan Avenue collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The bicyclist was injured with head trauma, including fractures and dislocations, and was not ejected. The e-bike sustained front center damage from the impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but notes the driver was unlicensed. The parked SUV was damaged on an unspecified part. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No pedestrian was involved, and no other driver errors were recorded.
SUV Backs Into Toddler Pedestrian Queens▸A one-year-old girl suffered a head contusion after an SUV backed into her on Queens Boulevard. The driver was distracted and backed unsafely. The child was not in the roadway but still injured. Emergency responders treated her at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV backed into a one-year-old female pedestrian on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The toddler was not in the roadway when struck. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The driver was licensed and traveling south while backing. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
A 31-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Warren Street in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal. She was injured and found semiconscious at the scene. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.
According to the police report, a 31-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 SUV making a left turn on Warren Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The SUV's point of impact was the left front bumper, yet the vehicle sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest with two occupants. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the pedestrian crossing against the signal. The pedestrian was semiconscious after the crash and suffered injuries of unknown severity.
SUV Turns Left Collides With E-Scooter▸A 25-year-old man on an e-scooter was injured in Queens. An SUV making a left turn struck the scooter on its left side. The scooter driver suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver showed inexperience and distraction.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Corona Avenue in Queens involving a 2020 SUV and an e-scooter. The SUV driver, licensed and male, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the e-scooter on its left side. The e-scooter driver, a 25-year-old male, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered moderate injuries. No safety equipment was reported for the scooter rider. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end, while the e-scooter was damaged on the left side doors.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Two sedans collided head-to-back on Queens Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close passing and other vehicular errors. Both drivers were licensed men traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling eastbound on Queens Boulevard collided with one vehicle striking the rear of the other. The crash injured a 39-year-old female passenger in the rear right seat, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as "Passing Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular." Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The impact occurred at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The injured passenger was not ejected and experienced shock. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Moped Driver Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped driver was injured in a Queens crash at 87 Street and Roosevelt Avenue. The vehicle making a left turn struck the moped going straight. The driver suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected. Failure to yield caused the impact.
According to the police report, a vehicle making a left turn collided with a moped traveling straight on 87 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 19-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. He remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was the occupant injured in this collision. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted. The impact occurred at the center front end of both vehicles, indicating a direct frontal collision.
Sedan Left Turn Hits Moped Rider Queens▸A sedan making a left turn struck a moped rider going straight on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. No safety gear was reported.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male moped driver was injured when a 2017 sedan made a left turn and collided with the moped traveling straight ahead on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the moped’s center front end. The moped driver sustained head abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling south while making the left turn. The moped driver was not reported to be wearing any safety equipment. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly.
Teen Cyclist Strikes Parked Sedan in Queens▸A 17-year-old bicyclist hit a parked sedan on 77th Street in Queens. He suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan was undamaged. No driver errors listed. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist collided with the left side doors of a parked 2023 Toyota sedan near 40-09 77 Street in Queens. The impact caused abrasions and injuries to the bicyclist's knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The sedan sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. Both vehicles were traveling north, with the sedan parked and the bike going straight ahead.
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A moped and sedan collided head-on on Broadway in Queens. The unlicensed female moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The sedan driver remained in the vehicle. Police cited improper lane usage and traffic control disregard as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Broadway in Queens involving a sedan and a moped. The moped driver, a 25-year-old female, was ejected from her vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed but wearing a helmet. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling north and struck the moped head-on. The moped's left front bumper and the sedan's center front end were damaged. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to lane usage and traffic control violations.
Ramos Demands App Companies Overhaul Delivery Worker Conditions▸Council and advocates clash over mopeds, e-bikes, and delivery safety. Cars still kill most. Workers ride illegal mopeds for survival. Tech giants dodge blame. Council calls for more bike lanes, charging stations, and corporate accountability. Enforcement alone cannot fix broken streets.
"The solution here is for the delivery app companies, Grubhub, Uber Eats, DoorDash, to actually overhaul them. It’s not fair that the deliveristas are underpaid, and then on top of that, have to buy their own whatever it is, an e-bike. I don’t blame them for making this switch." -- Jessica Ramos
On August 23, 2023, Council Member Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47) and others debated New York City’s so-called 'moped crisis.' The matter, titled 'The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,' exposes how delivery workers, squeezed by low pay and unsafe roads, turn to illegal mopeds. Council Member Alexa Aviles demanded rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and resources for workers. State Sen. Jessica Ramos blamed app companies for shifting costs onto underpaid deliveristas. Advocacy leaders like Carl Mahaney rejected crackdowns, calling for dedicated space instead. Jon Orcutt criticized City Hall’s blindspot on traffic rules. The debate centered on expanding bike lanes, building charging infrastructure, holding tech companies accountable, and buyback programs for unsafe batteries. No direct safety analyst assessment was provided, but the discussion highlights deep systemic failures endangering vulnerable road users.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-08-23
Ramos Supports Justice for Delivery Workers and Industry Accountability▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
A 7979Raga co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
-
File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
Unlicensed E-Bike Hits Parked SUV on Dongan Avenue▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist riding an unlicensed e-bike crashed into a parked SUV on Dongan Avenue. The rider suffered a severe head injury with fractures and dislocations. The e-bike’s front center struck the stationary vehicle. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist operating an unlicensed e-bike traveling east on Dongan Avenue collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The bicyclist was injured with head trauma, including fractures and dislocations, and was not ejected. The e-bike sustained front center damage from the impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but notes the driver was unlicensed. The parked SUV was damaged on an unspecified part. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No pedestrian was involved, and no other driver errors were recorded.
SUV Backs Into Toddler Pedestrian Queens▸A one-year-old girl suffered a head contusion after an SUV backed into her on Queens Boulevard. The driver was distracted and backed unsafely. The child was not in the roadway but still injured. Emergency responders treated her at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV backed into a one-year-old female pedestrian on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The toddler was not in the roadway when struck. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The driver was licensed and traveling south while backing. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
-
File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
A 25-year-old man on an e-scooter was injured in Queens. An SUV making a left turn struck the scooter on its left side. The scooter driver suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver showed inexperience and distraction.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Corona Avenue in Queens involving a 2020 SUV and an e-scooter. The SUV driver, licensed and male, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the e-scooter on its left side. The e-scooter driver, a 25-year-old male, was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not ejected but suffered moderate injuries. No safety equipment was reported for the scooter rider. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end, while the e-scooter was damaged on the left side doors.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Two sedans collided head-to-back on Queens Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close passing and other vehicular errors. Both drivers were licensed men traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling eastbound on Queens Boulevard collided with one vehicle striking the rear of the other. The crash injured a 39-year-old female passenger in the rear right seat, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as "Passing Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular." Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The impact occurred at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The injured passenger was not ejected and experienced shock. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Moped Driver Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped driver was injured in a Queens crash at 87 Street and Roosevelt Avenue. The vehicle making a left turn struck the moped going straight. The driver suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected. Failure to yield caused the impact.
According to the police report, a vehicle making a left turn collided with a moped traveling straight on 87 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 19-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. He remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was the occupant injured in this collision. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted. The impact occurred at the center front end of both vehicles, indicating a direct frontal collision.
Sedan Left Turn Hits Moped Rider Queens▸A sedan making a left turn struck a moped rider going straight on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. No safety gear was reported.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male moped driver was injured when a 2017 sedan made a left turn and collided with the moped traveling straight ahead on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the moped’s center front end. The moped driver sustained head abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling south while making the left turn. The moped driver was not reported to be wearing any safety equipment. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly.
Teen Cyclist Strikes Parked Sedan in Queens▸A 17-year-old bicyclist hit a parked sedan on 77th Street in Queens. He suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan was undamaged. No driver errors listed. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist collided with the left side doors of a parked 2023 Toyota sedan near 40-09 77 Street in Queens. The impact caused abrasions and injuries to the bicyclist's knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The sedan sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. Both vehicles were traveling north, with the sedan parked and the bike going straight ahead.
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A moped and sedan collided head-on on Broadway in Queens. The unlicensed female moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The sedan driver remained in the vehicle. Police cited improper lane usage and traffic control disregard as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Broadway in Queens involving a sedan and a moped. The moped driver, a 25-year-old female, was ejected from her vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed but wearing a helmet. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling north and struck the moped head-on. The moped's left front bumper and the sedan's center front end were damaged. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to lane usage and traffic control violations.
Ramos Demands App Companies Overhaul Delivery Worker Conditions▸Council and advocates clash over mopeds, e-bikes, and delivery safety. Cars still kill most. Workers ride illegal mopeds for survival. Tech giants dodge blame. Council calls for more bike lanes, charging stations, and corporate accountability. Enforcement alone cannot fix broken streets.
"The solution here is for the delivery app companies, Grubhub, Uber Eats, DoorDash, to actually overhaul them. It’s not fair that the deliveristas are underpaid, and then on top of that, have to buy their own whatever it is, an e-bike. I don’t blame them for making this switch." -- Jessica Ramos
On August 23, 2023, Council Member Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47) and others debated New York City’s so-called 'moped crisis.' The matter, titled 'The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,' exposes how delivery workers, squeezed by low pay and unsafe roads, turn to illegal mopeds. Council Member Alexa Aviles demanded rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and resources for workers. State Sen. Jessica Ramos blamed app companies for shifting costs onto underpaid deliveristas. Advocacy leaders like Carl Mahaney rejected crackdowns, calling for dedicated space instead. Jon Orcutt criticized City Hall’s blindspot on traffic rules. The debate centered on expanding bike lanes, building charging infrastructure, holding tech companies accountable, and buyback programs for unsafe batteries. No direct safety analyst assessment was provided, but the discussion highlights deep systemic failures endangering vulnerable road users.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-08-23
Ramos Supports Justice for Delivery Workers and Industry Accountability▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
A 7979Raga co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
Unlicensed E-Bike Hits Parked SUV on Dongan Avenue▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist riding an unlicensed e-bike crashed into a parked SUV on Dongan Avenue. The rider suffered a severe head injury with fractures and dislocations. The e-bike’s front center struck the stationary vehicle. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist operating an unlicensed e-bike traveling east on Dongan Avenue collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The bicyclist was injured with head trauma, including fractures and dislocations, and was not ejected. The e-bike sustained front center damage from the impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but notes the driver was unlicensed. The parked SUV was damaged on an unspecified part. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No pedestrian was involved, and no other driver errors were recorded.
SUV Backs Into Toddler Pedestrian Queens▸A one-year-old girl suffered a head contusion after an SUV backed into her on Queens Boulevard. The driver was distracted and backed unsafely. The child was not in the roadway but still injured. Emergency responders treated her at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV backed into a one-year-old female pedestrian on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The toddler was not in the roadway when struck. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The driver was licensed and traveling south while backing. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
Two sedans collided head-to-back on Queens Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved close passing and other vehicular errors. Both drivers were licensed men traveling eastbound.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling eastbound on Queens Boulevard collided with one vehicle striking the rear of the other. The crash injured a 39-year-old female passenger in the rear right seat, who suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists contributing factors as "Passing Too Closely" and "Other Vehicular." Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The impact occurred at the center front end of the striking vehicle and the center back end of the struck vehicle. The injured passenger was not ejected and experienced shock. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Moped Driver Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped driver was injured in a Queens crash at 87 Street and Roosevelt Avenue. The vehicle making a left turn struck the moped going straight. The driver suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected. Failure to yield caused the impact.
According to the police report, a vehicle making a left turn collided with a moped traveling straight on 87 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 19-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. He remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was the occupant injured in this collision. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted. The impact occurred at the center front end of both vehicles, indicating a direct frontal collision.
Sedan Left Turn Hits Moped Rider Queens▸A sedan making a left turn struck a moped rider going straight on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. No safety gear was reported.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male moped driver was injured when a 2017 sedan made a left turn and collided with the moped traveling straight ahead on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the moped’s center front end. The moped driver sustained head abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling south while making the left turn. The moped driver was not reported to be wearing any safety equipment. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly.
Teen Cyclist Strikes Parked Sedan in Queens▸A 17-year-old bicyclist hit a parked sedan on 77th Street in Queens. He suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan was undamaged. No driver errors listed. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist collided with the left side doors of a parked 2023 Toyota sedan near 40-09 77 Street in Queens. The impact caused abrasions and injuries to the bicyclist's knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The sedan sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. Both vehicles were traveling north, with the sedan parked and the bike going straight ahead.
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A moped and sedan collided head-on on Broadway in Queens. The unlicensed female moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The sedan driver remained in the vehicle. Police cited improper lane usage and traffic control disregard as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Broadway in Queens involving a sedan and a moped. The moped driver, a 25-year-old female, was ejected from her vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed but wearing a helmet. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling north and struck the moped head-on. The moped's left front bumper and the sedan's center front end were damaged. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to lane usage and traffic control violations.
Ramos Demands App Companies Overhaul Delivery Worker Conditions▸Council and advocates clash over mopeds, e-bikes, and delivery safety. Cars still kill most. Workers ride illegal mopeds for survival. Tech giants dodge blame. Council calls for more bike lanes, charging stations, and corporate accountability. Enforcement alone cannot fix broken streets.
"The solution here is for the delivery app companies, Grubhub, Uber Eats, DoorDash, to actually overhaul them. It’s not fair that the deliveristas are underpaid, and then on top of that, have to buy their own whatever it is, an e-bike. I don’t blame them for making this switch." -- Jessica Ramos
On August 23, 2023, Council Member Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47) and others debated New York City’s so-called 'moped crisis.' The matter, titled 'The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,' exposes how delivery workers, squeezed by low pay and unsafe roads, turn to illegal mopeds. Council Member Alexa Aviles demanded rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and resources for workers. State Sen. Jessica Ramos blamed app companies for shifting costs onto underpaid deliveristas. Advocacy leaders like Carl Mahaney rejected crackdowns, calling for dedicated space instead. Jon Orcutt criticized City Hall’s blindspot on traffic rules. The debate centered on expanding bike lanes, building charging infrastructure, holding tech companies accountable, and buyback programs for unsafe batteries. No direct safety analyst assessment was provided, but the discussion highlights deep systemic failures endangering vulnerable road users.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-08-23
Ramos Supports Justice for Delivery Workers and Industry Accountability▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
A 7979Raga co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
Unlicensed E-Bike Hits Parked SUV on Dongan Avenue▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist riding an unlicensed e-bike crashed into a parked SUV on Dongan Avenue. The rider suffered a severe head injury with fractures and dislocations. The e-bike’s front center struck the stationary vehicle. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist operating an unlicensed e-bike traveling east on Dongan Avenue collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The bicyclist was injured with head trauma, including fractures and dislocations, and was not ejected. The e-bike sustained front center damage from the impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but notes the driver was unlicensed. The parked SUV was damaged on an unspecified part. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No pedestrian was involved, and no other driver errors were recorded.
SUV Backs Into Toddler Pedestrian Queens▸A one-year-old girl suffered a head contusion after an SUV backed into her on Queens Boulevard. The driver was distracted and backed unsafely. The child was not in the roadway but still injured. Emergency responders treated her at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV backed into a one-year-old female pedestrian on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The toddler was not in the roadway when struck. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The driver was licensed and traveling south while backing. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
A moped driver was injured in a Queens crash at 87 Street and Roosevelt Avenue. The vehicle making a left turn struck the moped going straight. The driver suffered chest contusions but was conscious and not ejected. Failure to yield caused the impact.
According to the police report, a vehicle making a left turn collided with a moped traveling straight on 87 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 19-year-old male, sustained chest injuries described as contusions and bruises. He remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. The moped driver was the occupant injured in this collision. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted. The impact occurred at the center front end of both vehicles, indicating a direct frontal collision.
Sedan Left Turn Hits Moped Rider Queens▸A sedan making a left turn struck a moped rider going straight on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. No safety gear was reported.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male moped driver was injured when a 2017 sedan made a left turn and collided with the moped traveling straight ahead on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the moped’s center front end. The moped driver sustained head abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling south while making the left turn. The moped driver was not reported to be wearing any safety equipment. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly.
Teen Cyclist Strikes Parked Sedan in Queens▸A 17-year-old bicyclist hit a parked sedan on 77th Street in Queens. He suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan was undamaged. No driver errors listed. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist collided with the left side doors of a parked 2023 Toyota sedan near 40-09 77 Street in Queens. The impact caused abrasions and injuries to the bicyclist's knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The sedan sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. Both vehicles were traveling north, with the sedan parked and the bike going straight ahead.
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A moped and sedan collided head-on on Broadway in Queens. The unlicensed female moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The sedan driver remained in the vehicle. Police cited improper lane usage and traffic control disregard as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Broadway in Queens involving a sedan and a moped. The moped driver, a 25-year-old female, was ejected from her vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed but wearing a helmet. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling north and struck the moped head-on. The moped's left front bumper and the sedan's center front end were damaged. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to lane usage and traffic control violations.
Ramos Demands App Companies Overhaul Delivery Worker Conditions▸Council and advocates clash over mopeds, e-bikes, and delivery safety. Cars still kill most. Workers ride illegal mopeds for survival. Tech giants dodge blame. Council calls for more bike lanes, charging stations, and corporate accountability. Enforcement alone cannot fix broken streets.
"The solution here is for the delivery app companies, Grubhub, Uber Eats, DoorDash, to actually overhaul them. It’s not fair that the deliveristas are underpaid, and then on top of that, have to buy their own whatever it is, an e-bike. I don’t blame them for making this switch." -- Jessica Ramos
On August 23, 2023, Council Member Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47) and others debated New York City’s so-called 'moped crisis.' The matter, titled 'The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,' exposes how delivery workers, squeezed by low pay and unsafe roads, turn to illegal mopeds. Council Member Alexa Aviles demanded rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and resources for workers. State Sen. Jessica Ramos blamed app companies for shifting costs onto underpaid deliveristas. Advocacy leaders like Carl Mahaney rejected crackdowns, calling for dedicated space instead. Jon Orcutt criticized City Hall’s blindspot on traffic rules. The debate centered on expanding bike lanes, building charging infrastructure, holding tech companies accountable, and buyback programs for unsafe batteries. No direct safety analyst assessment was provided, but the discussion highlights deep systemic failures endangering vulnerable road users.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-08-23
Ramos Supports Justice for Delivery Workers and Industry Accountability▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
A 7979Raga co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
Unlicensed E-Bike Hits Parked SUV on Dongan Avenue▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist riding an unlicensed e-bike crashed into a parked SUV on Dongan Avenue. The rider suffered a severe head injury with fractures and dislocations. The e-bike’s front center struck the stationary vehicle. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist operating an unlicensed e-bike traveling east on Dongan Avenue collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The bicyclist was injured with head trauma, including fractures and dislocations, and was not ejected. The e-bike sustained front center damage from the impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but notes the driver was unlicensed. The parked SUV was damaged on an unspecified part. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No pedestrian was involved, and no other driver errors were recorded.
SUV Backs Into Toddler Pedestrian Queens▸A one-year-old girl suffered a head contusion after an SUV backed into her on Queens Boulevard. The driver was distracted and backed unsafely. The child was not in the roadway but still injured. Emergency responders treated her at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV backed into a one-year-old female pedestrian on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The toddler was not in the roadway when struck. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The driver was licensed and traveling south while backing. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
A sedan making a left turn struck a moped rider going straight on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The moped driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered head abrasions but remained conscious. The sedan’s right front bumper took the impact. No safety gear was reported.
According to the police report, a 37-year-old male moped driver was injured when a 2017 sedan made a left turn and collided with the moped traveling straight ahead on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper and the moped’s center front end. The moped driver sustained head abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling south while making the left turn. The moped driver was not reported to be wearing any safety equipment. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not specify failure to yield or other driver errors explicitly.
Teen Cyclist Strikes Parked Sedan in Queens▸A 17-year-old bicyclist hit a parked sedan on 77th Street in Queens. He suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan was undamaged. No driver errors listed. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist collided with the left side doors of a parked 2023 Toyota sedan near 40-09 77 Street in Queens. The impact caused abrasions and injuries to the bicyclist's knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The sedan sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. Both vehicles were traveling north, with the sedan parked and the bike going straight ahead.
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A moped and sedan collided head-on on Broadway in Queens. The unlicensed female moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The sedan driver remained in the vehicle. Police cited improper lane usage and traffic control disregard as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Broadway in Queens involving a sedan and a moped. The moped driver, a 25-year-old female, was ejected from her vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed but wearing a helmet. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling north and struck the moped head-on. The moped's left front bumper and the sedan's center front end were damaged. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to lane usage and traffic control violations.
Ramos Demands App Companies Overhaul Delivery Worker Conditions▸Council and advocates clash over mopeds, e-bikes, and delivery safety. Cars still kill most. Workers ride illegal mopeds for survival. Tech giants dodge blame. Council calls for more bike lanes, charging stations, and corporate accountability. Enforcement alone cannot fix broken streets.
"The solution here is for the delivery app companies, Grubhub, Uber Eats, DoorDash, to actually overhaul them. It’s not fair that the deliveristas are underpaid, and then on top of that, have to buy their own whatever it is, an e-bike. I don’t blame them for making this switch." -- Jessica Ramos
On August 23, 2023, Council Member Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47) and others debated New York City’s so-called 'moped crisis.' The matter, titled 'The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,' exposes how delivery workers, squeezed by low pay and unsafe roads, turn to illegal mopeds. Council Member Alexa Aviles demanded rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and resources for workers. State Sen. Jessica Ramos blamed app companies for shifting costs onto underpaid deliveristas. Advocacy leaders like Carl Mahaney rejected crackdowns, calling for dedicated space instead. Jon Orcutt criticized City Hall’s blindspot on traffic rules. The debate centered on expanding bike lanes, building charging infrastructure, holding tech companies accountable, and buyback programs for unsafe batteries. No direct safety analyst assessment was provided, but the discussion highlights deep systemic failures endangering vulnerable road users.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-08-23
Ramos Supports Justice for Delivery Workers and Industry Accountability▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
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The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
A 7979Raga co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
Unlicensed E-Bike Hits Parked SUV on Dongan Avenue▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist riding an unlicensed e-bike crashed into a parked SUV on Dongan Avenue. The rider suffered a severe head injury with fractures and dislocations. The e-bike’s front center struck the stationary vehicle. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist operating an unlicensed e-bike traveling east on Dongan Avenue collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The bicyclist was injured with head trauma, including fractures and dislocations, and was not ejected. The e-bike sustained front center damage from the impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but notes the driver was unlicensed. The parked SUV was damaged on an unspecified part. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No pedestrian was involved, and no other driver errors were recorded.
SUV Backs Into Toddler Pedestrian Queens▸A one-year-old girl suffered a head contusion after an SUV backed into her on Queens Boulevard. The driver was distracted and backed unsafely. The child was not in the roadway but still injured. Emergency responders treated her at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV backed into a one-year-old female pedestrian on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The toddler was not in the roadway when struck. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The driver was licensed and traveling south while backing. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
A 17-year-old bicyclist hit a parked sedan on 77th Street in Queens. He suffered abrasions and leg injuries. The sedan was undamaged. No driver errors listed. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 17-year-old male bicyclist collided with the left side doors of a parked 2023 Toyota sedan near 40-09 77 Street in Queens. The impact caused abrasions and injuries to the bicyclist's knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The sedan sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. Both vehicles were traveling north, with the sedan parked and the bike going straight ahead.
Unlicensed Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Crash▸A moped and sedan collided head-on on Broadway in Queens. The unlicensed female moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The sedan driver remained in the vehicle. Police cited improper lane usage and traffic control disregard as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Broadway in Queens involving a sedan and a moped. The moped driver, a 25-year-old female, was ejected from her vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed but wearing a helmet. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling north and struck the moped head-on. The moped's left front bumper and the sedan's center front end were damaged. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to lane usage and traffic control violations.
Ramos Demands App Companies Overhaul Delivery Worker Conditions▸Council and advocates clash over mopeds, e-bikes, and delivery safety. Cars still kill most. Workers ride illegal mopeds for survival. Tech giants dodge blame. Council calls for more bike lanes, charging stations, and corporate accountability. Enforcement alone cannot fix broken streets.
"The solution here is for the delivery app companies, Grubhub, Uber Eats, DoorDash, to actually overhaul them. It’s not fair that the deliveristas are underpaid, and then on top of that, have to buy their own whatever it is, an e-bike. I don’t blame them for making this switch." -- Jessica Ramos
On August 23, 2023, Council Member Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47) and others debated New York City’s so-called 'moped crisis.' The matter, titled 'The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,' exposes how delivery workers, squeezed by low pay and unsafe roads, turn to illegal mopeds. Council Member Alexa Aviles demanded rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and resources for workers. State Sen. Jessica Ramos blamed app companies for shifting costs onto underpaid deliveristas. Advocacy leaders like Carl Mahaney rejected crackdowns, calling for dedicated space instead. Jon Orcutt criticized City Hall’s blindspot on traffic rules. The debate centered on expanding bike lanes, building charging infrastructure, holding tech companies accountable, and buyback programs for unsafe batteries. No direct safety analyst assessment was provided, but the discussion highlights deep systemic failures endangering vulnerable road users.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-08-23
Ramos Supports Justice for Delivery Workers and Industry Accountability▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
A 7979Raga co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
Unlicensed E-Bike Hits Parked SUV on Dongan Avenue▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist riding an unlicensed e-bike crashed into a parked SUV on Dongan Avenue. The rider suffered a severe head injury with fractures and dislocations. The e-bike’s front center struck the stationary vehicle. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist operating an unlicensed e-bike traveling east on Dongan Avenue collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The bicyclist was injured with head trauma, including fractures and dislocations, and was not ejected. The e-bike sustained front center damage from the impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but notes the driver was unlicensed. The parked SUV was damaged on an unspecified part. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No pedestrian was involved, and no other driver errors were recorded.
SUV Backs Into Toddler Pedestrian Queens▸A one-year-old girl suffered a head contusion after an SUV backed into her on Queens Boulevard. The driver was distracted and backed unsafely. The child was not in the roadway but still injured. Emergency responders treated her at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV backed into a one-year-old female pedestrian on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The toddler was not in the roadway when struck. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The driver was licensed and traveling south while backing. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
A moped and sedan collided head-on on Broadway in Queens. The unlicensed female moped driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The sedan driver remained in the vehicle. Police cited improper lane usage and traffic control disregard as causes.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on Broadway in Queens involving a sedan and a moped. The moped driver, a 25-year-old female, was ejected from her vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The moped driver was unlicensed but wearing a helmet. The sedan driver, a licensed male, was traveling north and struck the moped head-on. The moped's left front bumper and the sedan's center front end were damaged. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights driver errors related to lane usage and traffic control violations.
Ramos Demands App Companies Overhaul Delivery Worker Conditions▸Council and advocates clash over mopeds, e-bikes, and delivery safety. Cars still kill most. Workers ride illegal mopeds for survival. Tech giants dodge blame. Council calls for more bike lanes, charging stations, and corporate accountability. Enforcement alone cannot fix broken streets.
"The solution here is for the delivery app companies, Grubhub, Uber Eats, DoorDash, to actually overhaul them. It’s not fair that the deliveristas are underpaid, and then on top of that, have to buy their own whatever it is, an e-bike. I don’t blame them for making this switch." -- Jessica Ramos
On August 23, 2023, Council Member Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47) and others debated New York City’s so-called 'moped crisis.' The matter, titled 'The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,' exposes how delivery workers, squeezed by low pay and unsafe roads, turn to illegal mopeds. Council Member Alexa Aviles demanded rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and resources for workers. State Sen. Jessica Ramos blamed app companies for shifting costs onto underpaid deliveristas. Advocacy leaders like Carl Mahaney rejected crackdowns, calling for dedicated space instead. Jon Orcutt criticized City Hall’s blindspot on traffic rules. The debate centered on expanding bike lanes, building charging infrastructure, holding tech companies accountable, and buyback programs for unsafe batteries. No direct safety analyst assessment was provided, but the discussion highlights deep systemic failures endangering vulnerable road users.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2023-08-23
Ramos Supports Justice for Delivery Workers and Industry Accountability▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
A 7979Raga co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
-
File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
Unlicensed E-Bike Hits Parked SUV on Dongan Avenue▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist riding an unlicensed e-bike crashed into a parked SUV on Dongan Avenue. The rider suffered a severe head injury with fractures and dislocations. The e-bike’s front center struck the stationary vehicle. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist operating an unlicensed e-bike traveling east on Dongan Avenue collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The bicyclist was injured with head trauma, including fractures and dislocations, and was not ejected. The e-bike sustained front center damage from the impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but notes the driver was unlicensed. The parked SUV was damaged on an unspecified part. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No pedestrian was involved, and no other driver errors were recorded.
SUV Backs Into Toddler Pedestrian Queens▸A one-year-old girl suffered a head contusion after an SUV backed into her on Queens Boulevard. The driver was distracted and backed unsafely. The child was not in the roadway but still injured. Emergency responders treated her at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV backed into a one-year-old female pedestrian on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The toddler was not in the roadway when struck. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The driver was licensed and traveling south while backing. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
-
File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
Council and advocates clash over mopeds, e-bikes, and delivery safety. Cars still kill most. Workers ride illegal mopeds for survival. Tech giants dodge blame. Council calls for more bike lanes, charging stations, and corporate accountability. Enforcement alone cannot fix broken streets.
"The solution here is for the delivery app companies, Grubhub, Uber Eats, DoorDash, to actually overhaul them. It’s not fair that the deliveristas are underpaid, and then on top of that, have to buy their own whatever it is, an e-bike. I don’t blame them for making this switch." -- Jessica Ramos
On August 23, 2023, Council Member Brad Hoylman-Sigal (District 47) and others debated New York City’s so-called 'moped crisis.' The matter, titled 'The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,' exposes how delivery workers, squeezed by low pay and unsafe roads, turn to illegal mopeds. Council Member Alexa Aviles demanded rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and resources for workers. State Sen. Jessica Ramos blamed app companies for shifting costs onto underpaid deliveristas. Advocacy leaders like Carl Mahaney rejected crackdowns, calling for dedicated space instead. Jon Orcutt criticized City Hall’s blindspot on traffic rules. The debate centered on expanding bike lanes, building charging infrastructure, holding tech companies accountable, and buyback programs for unsafe batteries. No direct safety analyst assessment was provided, but the discussion highlights deep systemic failures endangering vulnerable road users.
- The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants, streetsblog.org, Published 2023-08-23
Ramos Supports Justice for Delivery Workers and Industry Accountability▸Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
-
The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-08-23
A 7979Raga co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
-
File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
Unlicensed E-Bike Hits Parked SUV on Dongan Avenue▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist riding an unlicensed e-bike crashed into a parked SUV on Dongan Avenue. The rider suffered a severe head injury with fractures and dislocations. The e-bike’s front center struck the stationary vehicle. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist operating an unlicensed e-bike traveling east on Dongan Avenue collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The bicyclist was injured with head trauma, including fractures and dislocations, and was not ejected. The e-bike sustained front center damage from the impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but notes the driver was unlicensed. The parked SUV was damaged on an unspecified part. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No pedestrian was involved, and no other driver errors were recorded.
SUV Backs Into Toddler Pedestrian Queens▸A one-year-old girl suffered a head contusion after an SUV backed into her on Queens Boulevard. The driver was distracted and backed unsafely. The child was not in the roadway but still injured. Emergency responders treated her at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV backed into a one-year-old female pedestrian on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The toddler was not in the roadway when struck. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The driver was licensed and traveling south while backing. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
Delivery workers ride mopeds on dangerous streets. Tech giants profit. City infrastructure lags. Cars and trucks kill most. Enforcement is scattershot. Officials call for safe lanes, charging stations, and real accountability. The crisis demands a fix beyond punishing workers.
This policy debate, published August 23, 2023, analyzes New York City’s 'moped crisis.' The article, reviewed by Streetsblog NYC, highlights systemic failures: unsafe streets, lack of charging infrastructure, and tech companies shifting risk onto underpaid delivery workers. Council Member Alexa Aviles urges rapid expansion of e-bike charging stations and blames corporate greed. State Senators Jessica Ramos and Brad Hoylman-Sigal call for industry accountability and a standardized, safe delivery vehicle. The matter summary states, 'The city needs a systemic fix, justice for workers and accountability by tech giants.' Advocacy groups reject punitive crackdowns on workers, pushing instead for expanded bike lanes and public infrastructure. The piece concludes that only a multi-pronged, structural approach—never just enforcement—will protect vulnerable road users and delivery workers alike.
- The Moped Crisis — An Analysis: The City Needs a Systemic Fix, Justice for Workers and Accountability by Tech Giants, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-08-23
A 7979Raga co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
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File A 7979,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-18
Unlicensed E-Bike Hits Parked SUV on Dongan Avenue▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist riding an unlicensed e-bike crashed into a parked SUV on Dongan Avenue. The rider suffered a severe head injury with fractures and dislocations. The e-bike’s front center struck the stationary vehicle. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist operating an unlicensed e-bike traveling east on Dongan Avenue collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The bicyclist was injured with head trauma, including fractures and dislocations, and was not ejected. The e-bike sustained front center damage from the impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but notes the driver was unlicensed. The parked SUV was damaged on an unspecified part. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No pedestrian was involved, and no other driver errors were recorded.
SUV Backs Into Toddler Pedestrian Queens▸A one-year-old girl suffered a head contusion after an SUV backed into her on Queens Boulevard. The driver was distracted and backed unsafely. The child was not in the roadway but still injured. Emergency responders treated her at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV backed into a one-year-old female pedestrian on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The toddler was not in the roadway when struck. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The driver was licensed and traveling south while backing. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
Assembly bill A 7979 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers a speed limiter. Lawmakers move to curb repeat danger. No more unchecked speeding. Streets demand it.
Assembly bill A 7979, now in sponsorship, sits before the New York State Assembly. Introduced August 18, 2023, it 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during an eighteen month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Assemblymember Emily Gallagher leads as primary sponsor, joined by Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, Tony Simone, Jo Anne Simon, and others. The bill aims to force chronic speeders to slow down. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear: rein in repeat offenders, protect those outside the car.
- File A 7979, Open States, Published 2023-08-18
Unlicensed E-Bike Hits Parked SUV on Dongan Avenue▸A 22-year-old male bicyclist riding an unlicensed e-bike crashed into a parked SUV on Dongan Avenue. The rider suffered a severe head injury with fractures and dislocations. The e-bike’s front center struck the stationary vehicle. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist operating an unlicensed e-bike traveling east on Dongan Avenue collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The bicyclist was injured with head trauma, including fractures and dislocations, and was not ejected. The e-bike sustained front center damage from the impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but notes the driver was unlicensed. The parked SUV was damaged on an unspecified part. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No pedestrian was involved, and no other driver errors were recorded.
SUV Backs Into Toddler Pedestrian Queens▸A one-year-old girl suffered a head contusion after an SUV backed into her on Queens Boulevard. The driver was distracted and backed unsafely. The child was not in the roadway but still injured. Emergency responders treated her at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV backed into a one-year-old female pedestrian on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The toddler was not in the roadway when struck. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The driver was licensed and traveling south while backing. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
A 22-year-old male bicyclist riding an unlicensed e-bike crashed into a parked SUV on Dongan Avenue. The rider suffered a severe head injury with fractures and dislocations. The e-bike’s front center struck the stationary vehicle. No helmet was worn.
According to the police report, a 22-year-old male bicyclist operating an unlicensed e-bike traveling east on Dongan Avenue collided with a parked station wagon/SUV. The bicyclist was injured with head trauma, including fractures and dislocations, and was not ejected. The e-bike sustained front center damage from the impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but notes the driver was unlicensed. The parked SUV was damaged on an unspecified part. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No pedestrian was involved, and no other driver errors were recorded.
SUV Backs Into Toddler Pedestrian Queens▸A one-year-old girl suffered a head contusion after an SUV backed into her on Queens Boulevard. The driver was distracted and backed unsafely. The child was not in the roadway but still injured. Emergency responders treated her at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV backed into a one-year-old female pedestrian on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The toddler was not in the roadway when struck. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The driver was licensed and traveling south while backing. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
A one-year-old girl suffered a head contusion after an SUV backed into her on Queens Boulevard. The driver was distracted and backed unsafely. The child was not in the roadway but still injured. Emergency responders treated her at the scene.
According to the police report, a 2009 Honda SUV backed into a one-year-old female pedestrian on Queens Boulevard in Queens. The child sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists the driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The toddler was not in the roadway when struck. The point of impact was the center back end of the vehicle. The driver was licensed and traveling south while backing. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
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Published 2023-08-02
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
- File S 7621, Open States, Published 2023-08-02
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver▸Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
Two SUVs collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The female driver, 32, suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control. The crash caused front-end damage to both vehicles.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Elbertson Street in Queens. The 32-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a fractured and dislocated shoulder. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with disregard for traffic control. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, resulting in center front-end damage to one SUV and left front quarter panel damage to the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.
Motorcycle Hits Pedestrian Crossing Grand Avenue▸A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
A 43-year-old woman was struck by a motorcycle while crossing Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The motorcycle showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and injured at the scene.
According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Grand Avenue struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The motorcycle had no visible damage and was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors for the crash. The pedestrian’s location and action were noted as crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but no fault is assigned. The victim was conscious and injured, with no mention of safety equipment or helmet use.
Sedan Struck by Cyclist on 83 Street▸A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
A cyclist hit a sedan’s left doors on 83 Street near Roosevelt. The rider suffered bruises but stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. The street saw impact, pain, and the city’s hard edge.
According to the police report, a bicyclist traveling north on 83 Street in Queens struck the left side doors of a sedan that was stopped in traffic near Roosevelt Avenue. The cyclist, a 44-year-old man, suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but was not ejected and remained conscious. The sedan had two occupants and was licensed. The report lists no explicit driver errors or contributing factors for the sedan. The only contributing factors noted for the bicyclist are unspecified. No safety equipment was listed for the bike.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk▸A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
A sedan hit a 33-year-old man crossing Elbertson Street at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his knee and lower leg. The driver disregarded traffic control and was inattentive. The victim remained conscious.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast on Elbertson Street struck a 33-year-old male pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's errors as "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.
Sedan Turns, E-Bike Rider Crushed on Roosevelt▸A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
A sedan turned left on Roosevelt Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, landed hard, ribs broken, pain sharp. He stayed conscious, chest crushed, breath ragged. The street stayed dark. The danger stayed real.
A crash unfolded near Roosevelt Avenue and 74th Street in Queens. A sedan, making a left turn, struck a 42-year-old man riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. According to the police report, the collision left the e-bike rider ejected and suffering severe chest injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but the primary errors cited were on the part of the sedan driver. The impact was direct and violent, leaving the rider conscious but with crushed ribs and sharp pain. No other injuries were reported.
Sedan Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
A sedan struck a 39-year-old man crossing 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock. The crash happened during a right turn at 9:41 p.m.
According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn on 95 Street at Roosevelt Avenue struck a pedestrian crossing with the signal. The pedestrian, a 39-year-old man, sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was reported to be in shock. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact at the right front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally when the crash occurred.
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan on Queens Roadway▸A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.
A 42-year-old woman was struck by a sedan on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper while traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on 82 Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was located in the roadway but not at an intersection, performing other actions in the road. The sedan made contact with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle showed no damage, and no information on driver license status or actions beyond going straight ahead was provided.