Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Flushing-Willets Point?
No More Blood on Northern Boulevard
Flushing-Willets Point: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 17, 2025
The Numbers Do Not Lie
Six people killed. Twenty-seven left with serious injuries. In the past twelve months, 565 crashes tore through Flushing-Willets Point. Children, elders, cyclists, and pedestrians—no one is spared. Two deaths were people over 75. One was a child under 18. These are not just numbers. They are families changed forever.
The Latest Crashes: No Safe Passage
A 78-year-old woman tried to cross Northern Boulevard. She never made it. A driver in a dark minivan hit her and kept going. Police said, “A 78-year-old woman was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver as she crossed a Queens street.” No arrest. No justice. Just another name lost to the street.
Two days earlier, a man and a child were hit at 32nd Avenue and 138th Street. The man was pinned under the car. The child, between eight and ten, was also hurt. Police found them both on the pavement. “Police responded…and found an adult man pinned under a vehicle.” The driver stayed. The pain did not.
What Has Been Done—And What Has Not
Speed kills. Albany passed Sammy’s Law. The city can now lower speed limits to 20 mph. But the limit on these streets is still higher. Cameras catch speeders, but only where they are allowed. The city has built more crosswalks and bike lanes, but the blood keeps flowing. The council and mayor have the power to slow the cars. They have not used it.
The Call That Cannot Wait
Every day of delay is another day of risk. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph limit. Demand more cameras. Demand streets where a child can cross and live. Take action now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Man And Child Struck In Queens Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-03-13
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4583557 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-17
- Elderly Woman Killed In Queens Hit-Run, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-15
- Man And Child Struck In Queens Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-03-13
Other Representatives
District 40
136-20 38th Ave. Suite 10A, Flushing, NY 11354
Room 712, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 20
136-21 Latimer Place, 1D, Flushing, NY 11354
718-888-8747
250 Broadway, Suite 1808, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7259
District 16
38-50 Bell Blvd. Suite C, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 915, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Flushing-Willets Point Flushing-Willets Point sits in Queens, Precinct 109, District 20, AD 40, SD 16, Queens CB7.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Flushing-Willets Point
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
-
File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
-
File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
Pedestrian Hit by Left-Turning Sedan on Kissena▸A 57-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Kissena Boulevard. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Kissena Boulevard made a left turn and struck a 57-year-old female pedestrian crossing a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal at the intersection when the crash occurred.
2Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard. The unlicensed, distracted driver changed lanes and struck another car. The passenger was scraped head to toe. The other driver was knocked out, bleeding from the head.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard when an unlicensed driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes and struck another vehicle. The front passenger in the unlicensed driver’s car suffered abrasions over his entire body. The licensed driver of the other sedan was found unconscious with a head injury and minor bleeding. Both men were injured but not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Lower DWI Threshold Bill▸City officials push Albany to drop the drunk driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05 percent. The bill lingers in committee. Drunk drivers killed 42 New Yorkers last year. Messaging still centers on not drinking, not on not driving.
Senate Bill sponsored by John Liu and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon seeks to lower New York’s DWI blood-alcohol threshold from 0.08% to 0.05%. The bill, re-submitted in the last legislative session, remains stuck in committee. At a December 22, 2022 press conference, DOT Deputy Commissioner Margaret Forgione said, 'There is not really a safe level of drinking and driving, but the law suggests there is.' Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez and NYPD’s Kim Royster also spoke, focusing on enforcement and urging drivers to avoid drinking before driving. Advocates like Alisa McMorris of Mothers Against Drunk Driving called for stronger messaging: 'We want people to make choices before they leave their home.' Despite evidence that lowering the threshold could cut traffic deaths by 10%, city messaging still stops short of telling people not to drive to events where they plan to drink.
-
How to Cut Drunk Driving — Discourage the Drinking … Or the Driving?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-12-22
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Bill Lowering Drunk Driving Limit▸City and state officials want to drop the legal blood-alcohol limit to 0.05. The bill sits in committee. Drunk drivers killed 42 people last year. Officials talk tough but focus on drinking, not driving. The danger remains for those outside the car.
Senate and Assembly bill, sponsored by Sen. John Liu and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, seeks to lower New York’s drunk driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05 percent BAC. Announced at a December 22, 2022 press conference, the bill has stalled in committee for years. The matter aims to redefine DWI: 'driving while intoxicated would be defined as anything above a blood-alcohol content of 0.05 percent.' Simon and Liu back the measure; city DOT and NYPD leaders joined them. DOT Deputy Commissioner Margaret Forgione said, 'There is not really a safe level of drinking and driving, but the law suggests there is.' In 2021, 42 people died in drunk driving crashes, up 60 percent from previous years. Officials promise enforcement and education, but their messaging targets drinking, not the act of driving. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while the law lags.
-
How to Cut Drunk Driving — Discourage the Drinking … Or the Driving?,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-12-22
Sedans Clash on Northern Boulevard Night▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard. A left-turning car crossed into the path of another going straight. A front passenger suffered a head abrasion. Impact crushed metal. Night hid nothing.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard. One sedan was traveling east, going straight, while the other attempted a left turn. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The front passenger in the straight-moving sedan, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected. Both vehicles suffered damage: the straight-moving sedan on its left front bumper, and the turning sedan on its right rear bumper. The crash highlights driver error related to following too closely and improper left turn maneuvering.
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal on Cherry Avenue▸A 43-year-old man was struck while crossing Cherry Avenue against the signal. The sedan, traveling east, hit him on the right front quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his entire body. The driver was distracted outside the car.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 BMW sedan traveling east on Cherry Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as a contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle showed no damage. No other driver errors or victim factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes E-Bike▸Sedan turning left slammed into e-bike rider heading north on Prince Street. Rider, 35, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Both drivers failed to yield. Sedan’s front end crumpled. E-bike undamaged.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike traveling straight north on Prince Street at 37 Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 35-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor for both drivers. The sedan’s front end was damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Roosevelt Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Roosevelt Avenue at 7:45 a.m. One driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles showed no damage. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The injured driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Roosevelt Avenue collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, sustained a neck injury but remained conscious and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles showed no visible damage, and one vehicle was initially parked while the other was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Pedestrian Infrastructure Improvements▸A 73-year-old man died under the wheels of a Ford van at a notorious Staten Island crossing. The driver walked free. The intersection lacked a proper pedestrian signal. Forest Avenue is a killing ground. City leaders have failed to act. Blood stains the street.
On November 21, 2022, Yingqui Liu, age 73, was struck and killed by a turning van at South Avenue and Forest Avenue, Staten Island. No charges were filed against the driver. The intersection, notorious for crashes, lacked a pedestrian signal on the western crosswalk. According to city statistics, Forest Avenue saw 60 crashes and 33 injuries in one year, with three deaths since 2019. Rose Uscianowski of Transportation Alternatives called the killing 'heartbreaking and outrageous,' demanding safe pedestrian and bike access between the Bayonne and Goethals bridges. She said, 'Crossing the street should not be a death sentence.' At least 99 pedestrians have died on city streets this year, making it the second deadliest since Vision Zero began. Forty-two seniors have been killed, three-quarters while walking. The city has not improved this deadly stretch.
-
Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Dangerous Staten Island Arterial; No Charges,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-22
BMW Driver Runs Red, Dies in Queens Crash▸A BMW tore through a red light on 37th Avenue. Steel met steel. The driver, twenty-five, died at the scene. The night held its breath. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed silent. One life ended in a flash.
A deadly crash unfolded on 37th Avenue near Parsons Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, a 25-year-old man driving a BMW westbound ignored a traffic signal and crashed head-on. The driver suffered fatal head injuries and died behind the wheel. The report states: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” No other injuries were specified for the other listed occupants. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when traffic controls are ignored. The scene was marked by twisted metal and silence, the cost of a single mistake.
Sedan Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old girl crossing Bayside Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The girl suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired the driver's vision.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bayside Avenue at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Additionally, glare affected the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights a failure by the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Rear-End Crash on College Point Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
- File S 840, Open States, Published 2023-01-09
S 840Liu votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.▸Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
-
File S 840,
Open States,
Published 2023-01-09
Pedestrian Hit by Left-Turning Sedan on Kissena▸A 57-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Kissena Boulevard. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Kissena Boulevard made a left turn and struck a 57-year-old female pedestrian crossing a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal at the intersection when the crash occurred.
2Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard. The unlicensed, distracted driver changed lanes and struck another car. The passenger was scraped head to toe. The other driver was knocked out, bleeding from the head.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard when an unlicensed driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes and struck another vehicle. The front passenger in the unlicensed driver’s car suffered abrasions over his entire body. The licensed driver of the other sedan was found unconscious with a head injury and minor bleeding. Both men were injured but not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Lower DWI Threshold Bill▸City officials push Albany to drop the drunk driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05 percent. The bill lingers in committee. Drunk drivers killed 42 New Yorkers last year. Messaging still centers on not drinking, not on not driving.
Senate Bill sponsored by John Liu and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon seeks to lower New York’s DWI blood-alcohol threshold from 0.08% to 0.05%. The bill, re-submitted in the last legislative session, remains stuck in committee. At a December 22, 2022 press conference, DOT Deputy Commissioner Margaret Forgione said, 'There is not really a safe level of drinking and driving, but the law suggests there is.' Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez and NYPD’s Kim Royster also spoke, focusing on enforcement and urging drivers to avoid drinking before driving. Advocates like Alisa McMorris of Mothers Against Drunk Driving called for stronger messaging: 'We want people to make choices before they leave their home.' Despite evidence that lowering the threshold could cut traffic deaths by 10%, city messaging still stops short of telling people not to drive to events where they plan to drink.
-
How to Cut Drunk Driving — Discourage the Drinking … Or the Driving?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-12-22
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Bill Lowering Drunk Driving Limit▸City and state officials want to drop the legal blood-alcohol limit to 0.05. The bill sits in committee. Drunk drivers killed 42 people last year. Officials talk tough but focus on drinking, not driving. The danger remains for those outside the car.
Senate and Assembly bill, sponsored by Sen. John Liu and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, seeks to lower New York’s drunk driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05 percent BAC. Announced at a December 22, 2022 press conference, the bill has stalled in committee for years. The matter aims to redefine DWI: 'driving while intoxicated would be defined as anything above a blood-alcohol content of 0.05 percent.' Simon and Liu back the measure; city DOT and NYPD leaders joined them. DOT Deputy Commissioner Margaret Forgione said, 'There is not really a safe level of drinking and driving, but the law suggests there is.' In 2021, 42 people died in drunk driving crashes, up 60 percent from previous years. Officials promise enforcement and education, but their messaging targets drinking, not the act of driving. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while the law lags.
-
How to Cut Drunk Driving — Discourage the Drinking … Or the Driving?,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-12-22
Sedans Clash on Northern Boulevard Night▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard. A left-turning car crossed into the path of another going straight. A front passenger suffered a head abrasion. Impact crushed metal. Night hid nothing.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard. One sedan was traveling east, going straight, while the other attempted a left turn. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The front passenger in the straight-moving sedan, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected. Both vehicles suffered damage: the straight-moving sedan on its left front bumper, and the turning sedan on its right rear bumper. The crash highlights driver error related to following too closely and improper left turn maneuvering.
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal on Cherry Avenue▸A 43-year-old man was struck while crossing Cherry Avenue against the signal. The sedan, traveling east, hit him on the right front quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his entire body. The driver was distracted outside the car.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 BMW sedan traveling east on Cherry Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as a contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle showed no damage. No other driver errors or victim factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes E-Bike▸Sedan turning left slammed into e-bike rider heading north on Prince Street. Rider, 35, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Both drivers failed to yield. Sedan’s front end crumpled. E-bike undamaged.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike traveling straight north on Prince Street at 37 Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 35-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor for both drivers. The sedan’s front end was damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Roosevelt Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Roosevelt Avenue at 7:45 a.m. One driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles showed no damage. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The injured driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Roosevelt Avenue collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, sustained a neck injury but remained conscious and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles showed no visible damage, and one vehicle was initially parked while the other was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Pedestrian Infrastructure Improvements▸A 73-year-old man died under the wheels of a Ford van at a notorious Staten Island crossing. The driver walked free. The intersection lacked a proper pedestrian signal. Forest Avenue is a killing ground. City leaders have failed to act. Blood stains the street.
On November 21, 2022, Yingqui Liu, age 73, was struck and killed by a turning van at South Avenue and Forest Avenue, Staten Island. No charges were filed against the driver. The intersection, notorious for crashes, lacked a pedestrian signal on the western crosswalk. According to city statistics, Forest Avenue saw 60 crashes and 33 injuries in one year, with three deaths since 2019. Rose Uscianowski of Transportation Alternatives called the killing 'heartbreaking and outrageous,' demanding safe pedestrian and bike access between the Bayonne and Goethals bridges. She said, 'Crossing the street should not be a death sentence.' At least 99 pedestrians have died on city streets this year, making it the second deadliest since Vision Zero began. Forty-two seniors have been killed, three-quarters while walking. The city has not improved this deadly stretch.
-
Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Dangerous Staten Island Arterial; No Charges,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-22
BMW Driver Runs Red, Dies in Queens Crash▸A BMW tore through a red light on 37th Avenue. Steel met steel. The driver, twenty-five, died at the scene. The night held its breath. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed silent. One life ended in a flash.
A deadly crash unfolded on 37th Avenue near Parsons Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, a 25-year-old man driving a BMW westbound ignored a traffic signal and crashed head-on. The driver suffered fatal head injuries and died behind the wheel. The report states: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” No other injuries were specified for the other listed occupants. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when traffic controls are ignored. The scene was marked by twisted metal and silence, the cost of a single mistake.
Sedan Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old girl crossing Bayside Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The girl suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired the driver's vision.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bayside Avenue at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Additionally, glare affected the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights a failure by the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Rear-End Crash on College Point Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
Senate passed S 840. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. No mention of direct safety gains for people on foot or bike.
Senate bill S 840, sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy and co-sponsored by Robert Rolison, passed committee on January 9, 2023. The bill, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects; relates to the state share of municipal projects where the municipality funds a complete street design,' sets funding formulas for state and municipal projects. Seventeen senators voted yes. The bill does not address direct safety impacts for vulnerable road users. No analyst note on safety.
- File S 840, Open States, Published 2023-01-09
Pedestrian Hit by Left-Turning Sedan on Kissena▸A 57-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Kissena Boulevard. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Kissena Boulevard made a left turn and struck a 57-year-old female pedestrian crossing a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal at the intersection when the crash occurred.
2Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard. The unlicensed, distracted driver changed lanes and struck another car. The passenger was scraped head to toe. The other driver was knocked out, bleeding from the head.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard when an unlicensed driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes and struck another vehicle. The front passenger in the unlicensed driver’s car suffered abrasions over his entire body. The licensed driver of the other sedan was found unconscious with a head injury and minor bleeding. Both men were injured but not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Lower DWI Threshold Bill▸City officials push Albany to drop the drunk driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05 percent. The bill lingers in committee. Drunk drivers killed 42 New Yorkers last year. Messaging still centers on not drinking, not on not driving.
Senate Bill sponsored by John Liu and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon seeks to lower New York’s DWI blood-alcohol threshold from 0.08% to 0.05%. The bill, re-submitted in the last legislative session, remains stuck in committee. At a December 22, 2022 press conference, DOT Deputy Commissioner Margaret Forgione said, 'There is not really a safe level of drinking and driving, but the law suggests there is.' Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez and NYPD’s Kim Royster also spoke, focusing on enforcement and urging drivers to avoid drinking before driving. Advocates like Alisa McMorris of Mothers Against Drunk Driving called for stronger messaging: 'We want people to make choices before they leave their home.' Despite evidence that lowering the threshold could cut traffic deaths by 10%, city messaging still stops short of telling people not to drive to events where they plan to drink.
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How to Cut Drunk Driving — Discourage the Drinking … Or the Driving?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-12-22
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Bill Lowering Drunk Driving Limit▸City and state officials want to drop the legal blood-alcohol limit to 0.05. The bill sits in committee. Drunk drivers killed 42 people last year. Officials talk tough but focus on drinking, not driving. The danger remains for those outside the car.
Senate and Assembly bill, sponsored by Sen. John Liu and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, seeks to lower New York’s drunk driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05 percent BAC. Announced at a December 22, 2022 press conference, the bill has stalled in committee for years. The matter aims to redefine DWI: 'driving while intoxicated would be defined as anything above a blood-alcohol content of 0.05 percent.' Simon and Liu back the measure; city DOT and NYPD leaders joined them. DOT Deputy Commissioner Margaret Forgione said, 'There is not really a safe level of drinking and driving, but the law suggests there is.' In 2021, 42 people died in drunk driving crashes, up 60 percent from previous years. Officials promise enforcement and education, but their messaging targets drinking, not the act of driving. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while the law lags.
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How to Cut Drunk Driving — Discourage the Drinking … Or the Driving?,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-12-22
Sedans Clash on Northern Boulevard Night▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard. A left-turning car crossed into the path of another going straight. A front passenger suffered a head abrasion. Impact crushed metal. Night hid nothing.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard. One sedan was traveling east, going straight, while the other attempted a left turn. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The front passenger in the straight-moving sedan, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected. Both vehicles suffered damage: the straight-moving sedan on its left front bumper, and the turning sedan on its right rear bumper. The crash highlights driver error related to following too closely and improper left turn maneuvering.
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal on Cherry Avenue▸A 43-year-old man was struck while crossing Cherry Avenue against the signal. The sedan, traveling east, hit him on the right front quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his entire body. The driver was distracted outside the car.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 BMW sedan traveling east on Cherry Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as a contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle showed no damage. No other driver errors or victim factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes E-Bike▸Sedan turning left slammed into e-bike rider heading north on Prince Street. Rider, 35, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Both drivers failed to yield. Sedan’s front end crumpled. E-bike undamaged.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike traveling straight north on Prince Street at 37 Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 35-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor for both drivers. The sedan’s front end was damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Roosevelt Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Roosevelt Avenue at 7:45 a.m. One driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles showed no damage. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The injured driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Roosevelt Avenue collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, sustained a neck injury but remained conscious and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles showed no visible damage, and one vehicle was initially parked while the other was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Pedestrian Infrastructure Improvements▸A 73-year-old man died under the wheels of a Ford van at a notorious Staten Island crossing. The driver walked free. The intersection lacked a proper pedestrian signal. Forest Avenue is a killing ground. City leaders have failed to act. Blood stains the street.
On November 21, 2022, Yingqui Liu, age 73, was struck and killed by a turning van at South Avenue and Forest Avenue, Staten Island. No charges were filed against the driver. The intersection, notorious for crashes, lacked a pedestrian signal on the western crosswalk. According to city statistics, Forest Avenue saw 60 crashes and 33 injuries in one year, with three deaths since 2019. Rose Uscianowski of Transportation Alternatives called the killing 'heartbreaking and outrageous,' demanding safe pedestrian and bike access between the Bayonne and Goethals bridges. She said, 'Crossing the street should not be a death sentence.' At least 99 pedestrians have died on city streets this year, making it the second deadliest since Vision Zero began. Forty-two seniors have been killed, three-quarters while walking. The city has not improved this deadly stretch.
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Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Dangerous Staten Island Arterial; No Charges,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-22
BMW Driver Runs Red, Dies in Queens Crash▸A BMW tore through a red light on 37th Avenue. Steel met steel. The driver, twenty-five, died at the scene. The night held its breath. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed silent. One life ended in a flash.
A deadly crash unfolded on 37th Avenue near Parsons Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, a 25-year-old man driving a BMW westbound ignored a traffic signal and crashed head-on. The driver suffered fatal head injuries and died behind the wheel. The report states: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” No other injuries were specified for the other listed occupants. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when traffic controls are ignored. The scene was marked by twisted metal and silence, the cost of a single mistake.
Sedan Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old girl crossing Bayside Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The girl suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired the driver's vision.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bayside Avenue at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Additionally, glare affected the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights a failure by the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Rear-End Crash on College Point Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
A 57-year-old woman was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on Kissena Boulevard. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Kissena Boulevard made a left turn and struck a 57-year-old female pedestrian crossing a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was injured, sustaining a head contusion and was conscious after the collision. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal at the intersection when the crash occurred.
2Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan on Northern Boulevard▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard. The unlicensed, distracted driver changed lanes and struck another car. The passenger was scraped head to toe. The other driver was knocked out, bleeding from the head.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard when an unlicensed driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes and struck another vehicle. The front passenger in the unlicensed driver’s car suffered abrasions over his entire body. The licensed driver of the other sedan was found unconscious with a head injury and minor bleeding. Both men were injured but not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Lower DWI Threshold Bill▸City officials push Albany to drop the drunk driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05 percent. The bill lingers in committee. Drunk drivers killed 42 New Yorkers last year. Messaging still centers on not drinking, not on not driving.
Senate Bill sponsored by John Liu and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon seeks to lower New York’s DWI blood-alcohol threshold from 0.08% to 0.05%. The bill, re-submitted in the last legislative session, remains stuck in committee. At a December 22, 2022 press conference, DOT Deputy Commissioner Margaret Forgione said, 'There is not really a safe level of drinking and driving, but the law suggests there is.' Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez and NYPD’s Kim Royster also spoke, focusing on enforcement and urging drivers to avoid drinking before driving. Advocates like Alisa McMorris of Mothers Against Drunk Driving called for stronger messaging: 'We want people to make choices before they leave their home.' Despite evidence that lowering the threshold could cut traffic deaths by 10%, city messaging still stops short of telling people not to drive to events where they plan to drink.
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How to Cut Drunk Driving — Discourage the Drinking … Or the Driving?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-12-22
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Bill Lowering Drunk Driving Limit▸City and state officials want to drop the legal blood-alcohol limit to 0.05. The bill sits in committee. Drunk drivers killed 42 people last year. Officials talk tough but focus on drinking, not driving. The danger remains for those outside the car.
Senate and Assembly bill, sponsored by Sen. John Liu and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, seeks to lower New York’s drunk driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05 percent BAC. Announced at a December 22, 2022 press conference, the bill has stalled in committee for years. The matter aims to redefine DWI: 'driving while intoxicated would be defined as anything above a blood-alcohol content of 0.05 percent.' Simon and Liu back the measure; city DOT and NYPD leaders joined them. DOT Deputy Commissioner Margaret Forgione said, 'There is not really a safe level of drinking and driving, but the law suggests there is.' In 2021, 42 people died in drunk driving crashes, up 60 percent from previous years. Officials promise enforcement and education, but their messaging targets drinking, not the act of driving. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while the law lags.
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How to Cut Drunk Driving — Discourage the Drinking … Or the Driving?,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-12-22
Sedans Clash on Northern Boulevard Night▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard. A left-turning car crossed into the path of another going straight. A front passenger suffered a head abrasion. Impact crushed metal. Night hid nothing.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard. One sedan was traveling east, going straight, while the other attempted a left turn. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The front passenger in the straight-moving sedan, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected. Both vehicles suffered damage: the straight-moving sedan on its left front bumper, and the turning sedan on its right rear bumper. The crash highlights driver error related to following too closely and improper left turn maneuvering.
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal on Cherry Avenue▸A 43-year-old man was struck while crossing Cherry Avenue against the signal. The sedan, traveling east, hit him on the right front quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his entire body. The driver was distracted outside the car.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 BMW sedan traveling east on Cherry Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as a contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle showed no damage. No other driver errors or victim factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes E-Bike▸Sedan turning left slammed into e-bike rider heading north on Prince Street. Rider, 35, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Both drivers failed to yield. Sedan’s front end crumpled. E-bike undamaged.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike traveling straight north on Prince Street at 37 Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 35-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor for both drivers. The sedan’s front end was damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Roosevelt Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Roosevelt Avenue at 7:45 a.m. One driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles showed no damage. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The injured driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Roosevelt Avenue collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, sustained a neck injury but remained conscious and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles showed no visible damage, and one vehicle was initially parked while the other was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Pedestrian Infrastructure Improvements▸A 73-year-old man died under the wheels of a Ford van at a notorious Staten Island crossing. The driver walked free. The intersection lacked a proper pedestrian signal. Forest Avenue is a killing ground. City leaders have failed to act. Blood stains the street.
On November 21, 2022, Yingqui Liu, age 73, was struck and killed by a turning van at South Avenue and Forest Avenue, Staten Island. No charges were filed against the driver. The intersection, notorious for crashes, lacked a pedestrian signal on the western crosswalk. According to city statistics, Forest Avenue saw 60 crashes and 33 injuries in one year, with three deaths since 2019. Rose Uscianowski of Transportation Alternatives called the killing 'heartbreaking and outrageous,' demanding safe pedestrian and bike access between the Bayonne and Goethals bridges. She said, 'Crossing the street should not be a death sentence.' At least 99 pedestrians have died on city streets this year, making it the second deadliest since Vision Zero began. Forty-two seniors have been killed, three-quarters while walking. The city has not improved this deadly stretch.
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Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Dangerous Staten Island Arterial; No Charges,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-22
BMW Driver Runs Red, Dies in Queens Crash▸A BMW tore through a red light on 37th Avenue. Steel met steel. The driver, twenty-five, died at the scene. The night held its breath. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed silent. One life ended in a flash.
A deadly crash unfolded on 37th Avenue near Parsons Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, a 25-year-old man driving a BMW westbound ignored a traffic signal and crashed head-on. The driver suffered fatal head injuries and died behind the wheel. The report states: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” No other injuries were specified for the other listed occupants. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when traffic controls are ignored. The scene was marked by twisted metal and silence, the cost of a single mistake.
Sedan Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old girl crossing Bayside Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The girl suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired the driver's vision.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bayside Avenue at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Additionally, glare affected the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights a failure by the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Rear-End Crash on College Point Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
Two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard. The unlicensed, distracted driver changed lanes and struck another car. The passenger was scraped head to toe. The other driver was knocked out, bleeding from the head.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard when an unlicensed driver, distracted and inattentive, changed lanes and struck another vehicle. The front passenger in the unlicensed driver’s car suffered abrasions over his entire body. The licensed driver of the other sedan was found unconscious with a head injury and minor bleeding. Both men were injured but not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other factors or victim errors were noted.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Lower DWI Threshold Bill▸City officials push Albany to drop the drunk driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05 percent. The bill lingers in committee. Drunk drivers killed 42 New Yorkers last year. Messaging still centers on not drinking, not on not driving.
Senate Bill sponsored by John Liu and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon seeks to lower New York’s DWI blood-alcohol threshold from 0.08% to 0.05%. The bill, re-submitted in the last legislative session, remains stuck in committee. At a December 22, 2022 press conference, DOT Deputy Commissioner Margaret Forgione said, 'There is not really a safe level of drinking and driving, but the law suggests there is.' Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez and NYPD’s Kim Royster also spoke, focusing on enforcement and urging drivers to avoid drinking before driving. Advocates like Alisa McMorris of Mothers Against Drunk Driving called for stronger messaging: 'We want people to make choices before they leave their home.' Despite evidence that lowering the threshold could cut traffic deaths by 10%, city messaging still stops short of telling people not to drive to events where they plan to drink.
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How to Cut Drunk Driving — Discourage the Drinking … Or the Driving?,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-12-22
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Bill Lowering Drunk Driving Limit▸City and state officials want to drop the legal blood-alcohol limit to 0.05. The bill sits in committee. Drunk drivers killed 42 people last year. Officials talk tough but focus on drinking, not driving. The danger remains for those outside the car.
Senate and Assembly bill, sponsored by Sen. John Liu and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, seeks to lower New York’s drunk driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05 percent BAC. Announced at a December 22, 2022 press conference, the bill has stalled in committee for years. The matter aims to redefine DWI: 'driving while intoxicated would be defined as anything above a blood-alcohol content of 0.05 percent.' Simon and Liu back the measure; city DOT and NYPD leaders joined them. DOT Deputy Commissioner Margaret Forgione said, 'There is not really a safe level of drinking and driving, but the law suggests there is.' In 2021, 42 people died in drunk driving crashes, up 60 percent from previous years. Officials promise enforcement and education, but their messaging targets drinking, not the act of driving. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while the law lags.
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How to Cut Drunk Driving — Discourage the Drinking … Or the Driving?,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-12-22
Sedans Clash on Northern Boulevard Night▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard. A left-turning car crossed into the path of another going straight. A front passenger suffered a head abrasion. Impact crushed metal. Night hid nothing.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard. One sedan was traveling east, going straight, while the other attempted a left turn. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The front passenger in the straight-moving sedan, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected. Both vehicles suffered damage: the straight-moving sedan on its left front bumper, and the turning sedan on its right rear bumper. The crash highlights driver error related to following too closely and improper left turn maneuvering.
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal on Cherry Avenue▸A 43-year-old man was struck while crossing Cherry Avenue against the signal. The sedan, traveling east, hit him on the right front quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his entire body. The driver was distracted outside the car.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 BMW sedan traveling east on Cherry Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as a contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle showed no damage. No other driver errors or victim factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes E-Bike▸Sedan turning left slammed into e-bike rider heading north on Prince Street. Rider, 35, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Both drivers failed to yield. Sedan’s front end crumpled. E-bike undamaged.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike traveling straight north on Prince Street at 37 Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 35-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor for both drivers. The sedan’s front end was damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Roosevelt Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Roosevelt Avenue at 7:45 a.m. One driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles showed no damage. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The injured driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Roosevelt Avenue collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, sustained a neck injury but remained conscious and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles showed no visible damage, and one vehicle was initially parked while the other was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Pedestrian Infrastructure Improvements▸A 73-year-old man died under the wheels of a Ford van at a notorious Staten Island crossing. The driver walked free. The intersection lacked a proper pedestrian signal. Forest Avenue is a killing ground. City leaders have failed to act. Blood stains the street.
On November 21, 2022, Yingqui Liu, age 73, was struck and killed by a turning van at South Avenue and Forest Avenue, Staten Island. No charges were filed against the driver. The intersection, notorious for crashes, lacked a pedestrian signal on the western crosswalk. According to city statistics, Forest Avenue saw 60 crashes and 33 injuries in one year, with three deaths since 2019. Rose Uscianowski of Transportation Alternatives called the killing 'heartbreaking and outrageous,' demanding safe pedestrian and bike access between the Bayonne and Goethals bridges. She said, 'Crossing the street should not be a death sentence.' At least 99 pedestrians have died on city streets this year, making it the second deadliest since Vision Zero began. Forty-two seniors have been killed, three-quarters while walking. The city has not improved this deadly stretch.
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Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Dangerous Staten Island Arterial; No Charges,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-22
BMW Driver Runs Red, Dies in Queens Crash▸A BMW tore through a red light on 37th Avenue. Steel met steel. The driver, twenty-five, died at the scene. The night held its breath. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed silent. One life ended in a flash.
A deadly crash unfolded on 37th Avenue near Parsons Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, a 25-year-old man driving a BMW westbound ignored a traffic signal and crashed head-on. The driver suffered fatal head injuries and died behind the wheel. The report states: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” No other injuries were specified for the other listed occupants. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when traffic controls are ignored. The scene was marked by twisted metal and silence, the cost of a single mistake.
Sedan Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old girl crossing Bayside Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The girl suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired the driver's vision.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bayside Avenue at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Additionally, glare affected the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights a failure by the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Rear-End Crash on College Point Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
City officials push Albany to drop the drunk driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05 percent. The bill lingers in committee. Drunk drivers killed 42 New Yorkers last year. Messaging still centers on not drinking, not on not driving.
Senate Bill sponsored by John Liu and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon seeks to lower New York’s DWI blood-alcohol threshold from 0.08% to 0.05%. The bill, re-submitted in the last legislative session, remains stuck in committee. At a December 22, 2022 press conference, DOT Deputy Commissioner Margaret Forgione said, 'There is not really a safe level of drinking and driving, but the law suggests there is.' Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez and NYPD’s Kim Royster also spoke, focusing on enforcement and urging drivers to avoid drinking before driving. Advocates like Alisa McMorris of Mothers Against Drunk Driving called for stronger messaging: 'We want people to make choices before they leave their home.' Despite evidence that lowering the threshold could cut traffic deaths by 10%, city messaging still stops short of telling people not to drive to events where they plan to drink.
- How to Cut Drunk Driving — Discourage the Drinking … Or the Driving?, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-12-22
Liu Supports Safety Boosting Bill Lowering Drunk Driving Limit▸City and state officials want to drop the legal blood-alcohol limit to 0.05. The bill sits in committee. Drunk drivers killed 42 people last year. Officials talk tough but focus on drinking, not driving. The danger remains for those outside the car.
Senate and Assembly bill, sponsored by Sen. John Liu and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, seeks to lower New York’s drunk driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05 percent BAC. Announced at a December 22, 2022 press conference, the bill has stalled in committee for years. The matter aims to redefine DWI: 'driving while intoxicated would be defined as anything above a blood-alcohol content of 0.05 percent.' Simon and Liu back the measure; city DOT and NYPD leaders joined them. DOT Deputy Commissioner Margaret Forgione said, 'There is not really a safe level of drinking and driving, but the law suggests there is.' In 2021, 42 people died in drunk driving crashes, up 60 percent from previous years. Officials promise enforcement and education, but their messaging targets drinking, not the act of driving. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while the law lags.
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How to Cut Drunk Driving — Discourage the Drinking … Or the Driving?,
streetsblog.org,
Published 2022-12-22
Sedans Clash on Northern Boulevard Night▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard. A left-turning car crossed into the path of another going straight. A front passenger suffered a head abrasion. Impact crushed metal. Night hid nothing.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard. One sedan was traveling east, going straight, while the other attempted a left turn. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The front passenger in the straight-moving sedan, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected. Both vehicles suffered damage: the straight-moving sedan on its left front bumper, and the turning sedan on its right rear bumper. The crash highlights driver error related to following too closely and improper left turn maneuvering.
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal on Cherry Avenue▸A 43-year-old man was struck while crossing Cherry Avenue against the signal. The sedan, traveling east, hit him on the right front quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his entire body. The driver was distracted outside the car.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 BMW sedan traveling east on Cherry Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as a contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle showed no damage. No other driver errors or victim factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes E-Bike▸Sedan turning left slammed into e-bike rider heading north on Prince Street. Rider, 35, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Both drivers failed to yield. Sedan’s front end crumpled. E-bike undamaged.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike traveling straight north on Prince Street at 37 Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 35-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor for both drivers. The sedan’s front end was damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Roosevelt Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Roosevelt Avenue at 7:45 a.m. One driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles showed no damage. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The injured driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Roosevelt Avenue collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, sustained a neck injury but remained conscious and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles showed no visible damage, and one vehicle was initially parked while the other was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Pedestrian Infrastructure Improvements▸A 73-year-old man died under the wheels of a Ford van at a notorious Staten Island crossing. The driver walked free. The intersection lacked a proper pedestrian signal. Forest Avenue is a killing ground. City leaders have failed to act. Blood stains the street.
On November 21, 2022, Yingqui Liu, age 73, was struck and killed by a turning van at South Avenue and Forest Avenue, Staten Island. No charges were filed against the driver. The intersection, notorious for crashes, lacked a pedestrian signal on the western crosswalk. According to city statistics, Forest Avenue saw 60 crashes and 33 injuries in one year, with three deaths since 2019. Rose Uscianowski of Transportation Alternatives called the killing 'heartbreaking and outrageous,' demanding safe pedestrian and bike access between the Bayonne and Goethals bridges. She said, 'Crossing the street should not be a death sentence.' At least 99 pedestrians have died on city streets this year, making it the second deadliest since Vision Zero began. Forty-two seniors have been killed, three-quarters while walking. The city has not improved this deadly stretch.
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Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Dangerous Staten Island Arterial; No Charges,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-22
BMW Driver Runs Red, Dies in Queens Crash▸A BMW tore through a red light on 37th Avenue. Steel met steel. The driver, twenty-five, died at the scene. The night held its breath. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed silent. One life ended in a flash.
A deadly crash unfolded on 37th Avenue near Parsons Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, a 25-year-old man driving a BMW westbound ignored a traffic signal and crashed head-on. The driver suffered fatal head injuries and died behind the wheel. The report states: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” No other injuries were specified for the other listed occupants. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when traffic controls are ignored. The scene was marked by twisted metal and silence, the cost of a single mistake.
Sedan Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old girl crossing Bayside Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The girl suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired the driver's vision.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bayside Avenue at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Additionally, glare affected the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights a failure by the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Rear-End Crash on College Point Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
City and state officials want to drop the legal blood-alcohol limit to 0.05. The bill sits in committee. Drunk drivers killed 42 people last year. Officials talk tough but focus on drinking, not driving. The danger remains for those outside the car.
Senate and Assembly bill, sponsored by Sen. John Liu and Assembly Member Jo Anne Simon, seeks to lower New York’s drunk driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05 percent BAC. Announced at a December 22, 2022 press conference, the bill has stalled in committee for years. The matter aims to redefine DWI: 'driving while intoxicated would be defined as anything above a blood-alcohol content of 0.05 percent.' Simon and Liu back the measure; city DOT and NYPD leaders joined them. DOT Deputy Commissioner Margaret Forgione said, 'There is not really a safe level of drinking and driving, but the law suggests there is.' In 2021, 42 people died in drunk driving crashes, up 60 percent from previous years. Officials promise enforcement and education, but their messaging targets drinking, not the act of driving. Vulnerable road users remain at risk while the law lags.
- How to Cut Drunk Driving — Discourage the Drinking … Or the Driving?, streetsblog.org, Published 2022-12-22
Sedans Clash on Northern Boulevard Night▸Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard. A left-turning car crossed into the path of another going straight. A front passenger suffered a head abrasion. Impact crushed metal. Night hid nothing.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard. One sedan was traveling east, going straight, while the other attempted a left turn. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The front passenger in the straight-moving sedan, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected. Both vehicles suffered damage: the straight-moving sedan on its left front bumper, and the turning sedan on its right rear bumper. The crash highlights driver error related to following too closely and improper left turn maneuvering.
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal on Cherry Avenue▸A 43-year-old man was struck while crossing Cherry Avenue against the signal. The sedan, traveling east, hit him on the right front quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his entire body. The driver was distracted outside the car.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 BMW sedan traveling east on Cherry Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as a contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle showed no damage. No other driver errors or victim factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes E-Bike▸Sedan turning left slammed into e-bike rider heading north on Prince Street. Rider, 35, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Both drivers failed to yield. Sedan’s front end crumpled. E-bike undamaged.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike traveling straight north on Prince Street at 37 Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 35-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor for both drivers. The sedan’s front end was damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Roosevelt Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Roosevelt Avenue at 7:45 a.m. One driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles showed no damage. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The injured driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Roosevelt Avenue collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, sustained a neck injury but remained conscious and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles showed no visible damage, and one vehicle was initially parked while the other was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Pedestrian Infrastructure Improvements▸A 73-year-old man died under the wheels of a Ford van at a notorious Staten Island crossing. The driver walked free. The intersection lacked a proper pedestrian signal. Forest Avenue is a killing ground. City leaders have failed to act. Blood stains the street.
On November 21, 2022, Yingqui Liu, age 73, was struck and killed by a turning van at South Avenue and Forest Avenue, Staten Island. No charges were filed against the driver. The intersection, notorious for crashes, lacked a pedestrian signal on the western crosswalk. According to city statistics, Forest Avenue saw 60 crashes and 33 injuries in one year, with three deaths since 2019. Rose Uscianowski of Transportation Alternatives called the killing 'heartbreaking and outrageous,' demanding safe pedestrian and bike access between the Bayonne and Goethals bridges. She said, 'Crossing the street should not be a death sentence.' At least 99 pedestrians have died on city streets this year, making it the second deadliest since Vision Zero began. Forty-two seniors have been killed, three-quarters while walking. The city has not improved this deadly stretch.
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Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Dangerous Staten Island Arterial; No Charges,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-22
BMW Driver Runs Red, Dies in Queens Crash▸A BMW tore through a red light on 37th Avenue. Steel met steel. The driver, twenty-five, died at the scene. The night held its breath. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed silent. One life ended in a flash.
A deadly crash unfolded on 37th Avenue near Parsons Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, a 25-year-old man driving a BMW westbound ignored a traffic signal and crashed head-on. The driver suffered fatal head injuries and died behind the wheel. The report states: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” No other injuries were specified for the other listed occupants. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when traffic controls are ignored. The scene was marked by twisted metal and silence, the cost of a single mistake.
Sedan Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old girl crossing Bayside Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The girl suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired the driver's vision.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bayside Avenue at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Additionally, glare affected the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights a failure by the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Rear-End Crash on College Point Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard. A left-turning car crossed into the path of another going straight. A front passenger suffered a head abrasion. Impact crushed metal. Night hid nothing.
According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Northern Boulevard. One sedan was traveling east, going straight, while the other attempted a left turn. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The front passenger in the straight-moving sedan, a 33-year-old woman, sustained a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected. Both vehicles suffered damage: the straight-moving sedan on its left front bumper, and the turning sedan on its right rear bumper. The crash highlights driver error related to following too closely and improper left turn maneuvering.
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Against Signal on Cherry Avenue▸A 43-year-old man was struck while crossing Cherry Avenue against the signal. The sedan, traveling east, hit him on the right front quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his entire body. The driver was distracted outside the car.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 BMW sedan traveling east on Cherry Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as a contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle showed no damage. No other driver errors or victim factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes E-Bike▸Sedan turning left slammed into e-bike rider heading north on Prince Street. Rider, 35, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Both drivers failed to yield. Sedan’s front end crumpled. E-bike undamaged.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike traveling straight north on Prince Street at 37 Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 35-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor for both drivers. The sedan’s front end was damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Roosevelt Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Roosevelt Avenue at 7:45 a.m. One driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles showed no damage. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The injured driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Roosevelt Avenue collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, sustained a neck injury but remained conscious and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles showed no visible damage, and one vehicle was initially parked while the other was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Pedestrian Infrastructure Improvements▸A 73-year-old man died under the wheels of a Ford van at a notorious Staten Island crossing. The driver walked free. The intersection lacked a proper pedestrian signal. Forest Avenue is a killing ground. City leaders have failed to act. Blood stains the street.
On November 21, 2022, Yingqui Liu, age 73, was struck and killed by a turning van at South Avenue and Forest Avenue, Staten Island. No charges were filed against the driver. The intersection, notorious for crashes, lacked a pedestrian signal on the western crosswalk. According to city statistics, Forest Avenue saw 60 crashes and 33 injuries in one year, with three deaths since 2019. Rose Uscianowski of Transportation Alternatives called the killing 'heartbreaking and outrageous,' demanding safe pedestrian and bike access between the Bayonne and Goethals bridges. She said, 'Crossing the street should not be a death sentence.' At least 99 pedestrians have died on city streets this year, making it the second deadliest since Vision Zero began. Forty-two seniors have been killed, three-quarters while walking. The city has not improved this deadly stretch.
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Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Dangerous Staten Island Arterial; No Charges,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-22
BMW Driver Runs Red, Dies in Queens Crash▸A BMW tore through a red light on 37th Avenue. Steel met steel. The driver, twenty-five, died at the scene. The night held its breath. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed silent. One life ended in a flash.
A deadly crash unfolded on 37th Avenue near Parsons Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, a 25-year-old man driving a BMW westbound ignored a traffic signal and crashed head-on. The driver suffered fatal head injuries and died behind the wheel. The report states: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” No other injuries were specified for the other listed occupants. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when traffic controls are ignored. The scene was marked by twisted metal and silence, the cost of a single mistake.
Sedan Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old girl crossing Bayside Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The girl suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired the driver's vision.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bayside Avenue at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Additionally, glare affected the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights a failure by the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Rear-End Crash on College Point Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
A 43-year-old man was struck while crossing Cherry Avenue against the signal. The sedan, traveling east, hit him on the right front quarter panel. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to his entire body. The driver was distracted outside the car.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2017 BMW sedan traveling east on Cherry Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as a contributing factor for the driver. The vehicle showed no damage. No other driver errors or victim factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Fails to Yield, Strikes E-Bike▸Sedan turning left slammed into e-bike rider heading north on Prince Street. Rider, 35, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Both drivers failed to yield. Sedan’s front end crumpled. E-bike undamaged.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike traveling straight north on Prince Street at 37 Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 35-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor for both drivers. The sedan’s front end was damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Roosevelt Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Roosevelt Avenue at 7:45 a.m. One driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles showed no damage. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The injured driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Roosevelt Avenue collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, sustained a neck injury but remained conscious and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles showed no visible damage, and one vehicle was initially parked while the other was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Pedestrian Infrastructure Improvements▸A 73-year-old man died under the wheels of a Ford van at a notorious Staten Island crossing. The driver walked free. The intersection lacked a proper pedestrian signal. Forest Avenue is a killing ground. City leaders have failed to act. Blood stains the street.
On November 21, 2022, Yingqui Liu, age 73, was struck and killed by a turning van at South Avenue and Forest Avenue, Staten Island. No charges were filed against the driver. The intersection, notorious for crashes, lacked a pedestrian signal on the western crosswalk. According to city statistics, Forest Avenue saw 60 crashes and 33 injuries in one year, with three deaths since 2019. Rose Uscianowski of Transportation Alternatives called the killing 'heartbreaking and outrageous,' demanding safe pedestrian and bike access between the Bayonne and Goethals bridges. She said, 'Crossing the street should not be a death sentence.' At least 99 pedestrians have died on city streets this year, making it the second deadliest since Vision Zero began. Forty-two seniors have been killed, three-quarters while walking. The city has not improved this deadly stretch.
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Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Dangerous Staten Island Arterial; No Charges,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-22
BMW Driver Runs Red, Dies in Queens Crash▸A BMW tore through a red light on 37th Avenue. Steel met steel. The driver, twenty-five, died at the scene. The night held its breath. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed silent. One life ended in a flash.
A deadly crash unfolded on 37th Avenue near Parsons Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, a 25-year-old man driving a BMW westbound ignored a traffic signal and crashed head-on. The driver suffered fatal head injuries and died behind the wheel. The report states: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” No other injuries were specified for the other listed occupants. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when traffic controls are ignored. The scene was marked by twisted metal and silence, the cost of a single mistake.
Sedan Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old girl crossing Bayside Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The girl suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired the driver's vision.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bayside Avenue at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Additionally, glare affected the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights a failure by the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Rear-End Crash on College Point Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
Sedan turning left slammed into e-bike rider heading north on Prince Street. Rider, 35, suffered knee and leg abrasions. Both drivers failed to yield. Sedan’s front end crumpled. E-bike undamaged.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an e-bike traveling straight north on Prince Street at 37 Avenue. The e-bike rider, a 35-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his knee and lower leg. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor for both drivers. The sedan’s front end was damaged, while the e-bike showed no damage. The rider was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors were noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Roosevelt Avenue▸Two sedans collided on Roosevelt Avenue at 7:45 a.m. One driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles showed no damage. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The injured driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Roosevelt Avenue collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, sustained a neck injury but remained conscious and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles showed no visible damage, and one vehicle was initially parked while the other was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Pedestrian Infrastructure Improvements▸A 73-year-old man died under the wheels of a Ford van at a notorious Staten Island crossing. The driver walked free. The intersection lacked a proper pedestrian signal. Forest Avenue is a killing ground. City leaders have failed to act. Blood stains the street.
On November 21, 2022, Yingqui Liu, age 73, was struck and killed by a turning van at South Avenue and Forest Avenue, Staten Island. No charges were filed against the driver. The intersection, notorious for crashes, lacked a pedestrian signal on the western crosswalk. According to city statistics, Forest Avenue saw 60 crashes and 33 injuries in one year, with three deaths since 2019. Rose Uscianowski of Transportation Alternatives called the killing 'heartbreaking and outrageous,' demanding safe pedestrian and bike access between the Bayonne and Goethals bridges. She said, 'Crossing the street should not be a death sentence.' At least 99 pedestrians have died on city streets this year, making it the second deadliest since Vision Zero began. Forty-two seniors have been killed, three-quarters while walking. The city has not improved this deadly stretch.
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Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Dangerous Staten Island Arterial; No Charges,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-22
BMW Driver Runs Red, Dies in Queens Crash▸A BMW tore through a red light on 37th Avenue. Steel met steel. The driver, twenty-five, died at the scene. The night held its breath. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed silent. One life ended in a flash.
A deadly crash unfolded on 37th Avenue near Parsons Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, a 25-year-old man driving a BMW westbound ignored a traffic signal and crashed head-on. The driver suffered fatal head injuries and died behind the wheel. The report states: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” No other injuries were specified for the other listed occupants. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when traffic controls are ignored. The scene was marked by twisted metal and silence, the cost of a single mistake.
Sedan Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old girl crossing Bayside Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The girl suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired the driver's vision.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bayside Avenue at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Additionally, glare affected the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights a failure by the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Rear-End Crash on College Point Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
Two sedans collided on Roosevelt Avenue at 7:45 a.m. One driver suffered a neck injury. Both vehicles showed no damage. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The injured driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Roosevelt Avenue collided. One driver, a 32-year-old man, sustained a neck injury but remained conscious and was not ejected from his vehicle. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles showed no visible damage, and one vehicle was initially parked while the other was going straight ahead. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The injured driver was not using any safety equipment at the time of the crash.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Pedestrian Infrastructure Improvements▸A 73-year-old man died under the wheels of a Ford van at a notorious Staten Island crossing. The driver walked free. The intersection lacked a proper pedestrian signal. Forest Avenue is a killing ground. City leaders have failed to act. Blood stains the street.
On November 21, 2022, Yingqui Liu, age 73, was struck and killed by a turning van at South Avenue and Forest Avenue, Staten Island. No charges were filed against the driver. The intersection, notorious for crashes, lacked a pedestrian signal on the western crosswalk. According to city statistics, Forest Avenue saw 60 crashes and 33 injuries in one year, with three deaths since 2019. Rose Uscianowski of Transportation Alternatives called the killing 'heartbreaking and outrageous,' demanding safe pedestrian and bike access between the Bayonne and Goethals bridges. She said, 'Crossing the street should not be a death sentence.' At least 99 pedestrians have died on city streets this year, making it the second deadliest since Vision Zero began. Forty-two seniors have been killed, three-quarters while walking. The city has not improved this deadly stretch.
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Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Dangerous Staten Island Arterial; No Charges,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2022-11-22
BMW Driver Runs Red, Dies in Queens Crash▸A BMW tore through a red light on 37th Avenue. Steel met steel. The driver, twenty-five, died at the scene. The night held its breath. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed silent. One life ended in a flash.
A deadly crash unfolded on 37th Avenue near Parsons Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, a 25-year-old man driving a BMW westbound ignored a traffic signal and crashed head-on. The driver suffered fatal head injuries and died behind the wheel. The report states: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” No other injuries were specified for the other listed occupants. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when traffic controls are ignored. The scene was marked by twisted metal and silence, the cost of a single mistake.
Sedan Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old girl crossing Bayside Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The girl suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired the driver's vision.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bayside Avenue at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Additionally, glare affected the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights a failure by the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Rear-End Crash on College Point Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
A 73-year-old man died under the wheels of a Ford van at a notorious Staten Island crossing. The driver walked free. The intersection lacked a proper pedestrian signal. Forest Avenue is a killing ground. City leaders have failed to act. Blood stains the street.
On November 21, 2022, Yingqui Liu, age 73, was struck and killed by a turning van at South Avenue and Forest Avenue, Staten Island. No charges were filed against the driver. The intersection, notorious for crashes, lacked a pedestrian signal on the western crosswalk. According to city statistics, Forest Avenue saw 60 crashes and 33 injuries in one year, with three deaths since 2019. Rose Uscianowski of Transportation Alternatives called the killing 'heartbreaking and outrageous,' demanding safe pedestrian and bike access between the Bayonne and Goethals bridges. She said, 'Crossing the street should not be a death sentence.' At least 99 pedestrians have died on city streets this year, making it the second deadliest since Vision Zero began. Forty-two seniors have been killed, three-quarters while walking. The city has not improved this deadly stretch.
- Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Dangerous Staten Island Arterial; No Charges, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-11-22
BMW Driver Runs Red, Dies in Queens Crash▸A BMW tore through a red light on 37th Avenue. Steel met steel. The driver, twenty-five, died at the scene. The night held its breath. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed silent. One life ended in a flash.
A deadly crash unfolded on 37th Avenue near Parsons Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, a 25-year-old man driving a BMW westbound ignored a traffic signal and crashed head-on. The driver suffered fatal head injuries and died behind the wheel. The report states: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” No other injuries were specified for the other listed occupants. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when traffic controls are ignored. The scene was marked by twisted metal and silence, the cost of a single mistake.
Sedan Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old girl crossing Bayside Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The girl suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired the driver's vision.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bayside Avenue at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Additionally, glare affected the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights a failure by the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Rear-End Crash on College Point Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
A BMW tore through a red light on 37th Avenue. Steel met steel. The driver, twenty-five, died at the scene. The night held its breath. Traffic control was ignored. The street stayed silent. One life ended in a flash.
A deadly crash unfolded on 37th Avenue near Parsons Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, a 25-year-old man driving a BMW westbound ignored a traffic signal and crashed head-on. The driver suffered fatal head injuries and died behind the wheel. The report states: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” No other injuries were specified for the other listed occupants. The data lists no helmet or signal issues. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when traffic controls are ignored. The scene was marked by twisted metal and silence, the cost of a single mistake.
Sedan Hits 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸A 14-year-old girl crossing Bayside Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The girl suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired the driver's vision.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bayside Avenue at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Additionally, glare affected the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights a failure by the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Rear-End Crash on College Point Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
A 14-year-old girl crossing Bayside Avenue with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The girl suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired the driver's vision.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Bayside Avenue at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound sedan, making a left turn, struck her. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. Additionally, glare affected the driver's visibility. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious after the impact. The sedan showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The crash highlights a failure by the driver to yield to a lawful pedestrian crossing.
Rear-End Crash on College Point Boulevard▸Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
Two sedans collided on College Point Boulevard in Queens. One driver followed too closely and struck the rear of a parked car. The striking driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered back injuries. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage respectively.
According to the police report, the crash occurred when a sedan traveling south on College Point Boulevard struck the rear of another parked sedan. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 38-year-old woman, was injured with back pain and internal complaints. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the center front end of the striking car and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing unspecified safety equipment. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining safe distance and backing maneuvers.
Queens SUV Collision Injures Rear Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
Two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic; the other was moving northbound. The impact injured a 48-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, who lost consciousness and suffered a head injury.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. One vehicle was stopped in traffic, and the other was traveling straight ahead northbound. The collision involved the center front end of the stopped vehicle and the left front bumper of the moving vehicle. A 48-year-old male passenger seated in the middle rear seat of one SUV was injured, suffering a head injury and unconsciousness. The report lists 'Passenger Distraction' as a contributing factor. No driver license issues were noted for the moving vehicle's driver, who was male and licensed. The injured passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The report does not specify other contributing factors or blame the victim.
Pedestrian Hit Crossing Franklin Avenue▸A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
A 65-year-old man was struck while crossing Franklin Avenue with the signal. The sedan driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and concussion but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Franklin Avenue made a left turn and struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the driver. Additionally, the pedestrian's reaction to an uninvolved vehicle was noted but did not mitigate the driver's error. The sedan showed no damage despite the impact to its center front end. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The pedestrian was not at fault in this collision.
SUV Left Turn Hits Eastbound Bicyclist▸A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
A 74-year-old male bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV making a left turn struck him on 32 Avenue. The impact hit the bike’s left side doors. The cyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries but was conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 74-year-old male bicyclist traveling east on 32 Avenue was struck by a westbound SUV making a left turn. The collision impacted the left side doors of the bicycle. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver did not yield to the bicyclist. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were specified. The SUV showed no damage despite the collision.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing College Point▸A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
A 39-year-old man crossing College Point Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing the collision and bruising the victim.
According to the police report, a 39-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing College Point Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2018 Honda SUV, was making a left turn when the vehicle struck the pedestrian at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and suffered a bruise but no ejection or more severe trauma.
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
A 50-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a left turn on Union Street. She suffered a concussion and injuries to her entire body. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.
According to the police report, a 50-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Union Street with the signal. The driver, operating a 2021 SUV, was making a left turn and struck her with the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including a concussion, but remained conscious. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Cyclist Strikes Pedestrian on Roosevelt Avenue▸A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.
A 62-year-old man was hit by a bike while crossing Roosevelt Avenue. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. The cyclist failed to yield and was speeding. The victim was in shock at the scene.
According to the police report, a cyclist traveling west on Roosevelt Avenue struck a 62-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was reported in shock. The collision occurred at the bike's center front end, damaging the vehicle similarly. The report lists the cyclist's contributing factors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet use is noted. The cyclist's errors directly contributed to the crash and the pedestrian's injuries.