About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 9
▸ Crush Injuries 16
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 7
▸ Severe Lacerations 5
▸ Concussion 8
▸ Whiplash 24
▸ Contusion/Bruise 72
▸ Abrasion 74
▸ Pain/Nausea 14
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
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These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Flushing-Willets Point
- 2025 Black Ford Suburban (LVF9839) – 55 times • 4 in last 90d here
- 2025 Black Land Rover Suburban (LTW5645) – 51 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Gray BMW Coupe (JPR5734) – 40 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2010 Gray Me/Be Suburban (LAV3029) – 19 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Gray Subaru Sedan (JKX8699) – 17 times • 3 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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College Point Boulevard keeps taking hits. The clock keeps running.
Flushing-Willets Point: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 1, 2025
Just after noon on Sep 26, at College Point Boulevard and 41st Avenue, a driver changing lanes in a Mercedes sedan hit a 69-year-old man in the intersection NYC Open Data.
“We’ve always recognized there was a problem on this block.” Streetsblog
This Week
- The same morning, at Franklin Avenue and Union Street, police recorded an SUV driver entering a parked position and hitting a woman on an e‑bike NYC Open Data.
- The night before, at Main Street and Elder Avenue, a driver in a Toyota SUV turned left and, per police, failed to yield and disregarded a signal, injuring a 3‑year‑old girl and a 28‑year‑old woman who were crossing with the signal NYC Open Data.
Pattern, not accident
Since 2022 in Flushing‑Willets Point, nine people have been killed — six people walking, two on bikes, and one vehicle occupant — and thousands hurt NYC Open Data.
This year is running hot. Through this point in 2025, crashes in the neighborhood stand at 568, up from 495 last year. Injuries rose to 362 from 288. Serious injuries doubled to 18 from 9 CrashCount period stats.
Risk swells late in the day. Injury counts peak around the 4–5 PM hours (99–100 injuries logged). The 9 PM hour holds the most deaths (three) in this area’s recent record NYC Open Data.
Corners that don’t forgive
College Point Boulevard is a known trouble spot, with the highest injury toll among local corridors. Union Street and Main Street follow close behind NYC Open Data.
Police repeatedly log human errors by drivers here: failure to yield, inattention, and running lights. On Sep 25 at Main and Elder, officers recorded both failure to yield and a signal disregard by the driver as two people crossing with the signal were hurt NYC Open Data.
Fixes are not hard to name: daylight every corner near these corridors, add leading pedestrian intervals and hardened left turns, and enforce yielding at crossings where injuries pile up.
Who is moving and who is not
Albany extended New York City’s school‑zone speed rules in June 2025 Open States. Locally, Assembly Member Ron Kim and State Senator John Liu voted yes Open States.
The Senate also advanced a bill to fit repeat dangerous drivers with speed limiters. Senator John Liu co‑sponsored and voted yes in committee on S 4045, which would require intelligent speed assistance after 11 DMV points in 24 months or six camera tickets in a year Open States. The Assembly still needs to get this done.
City Hall already has the power to lower speeds where people walk. Sammy’s Law gave the city that lever. Use it. Make 20 MPH the norm on neighborhood streets Take Action.
The next step is the only step
The child at Main and Elder was hit in the crosswalk. The man at College Point and 41st went down at noon. The pattern is fixed until policy is.
Lower the limits. Curb the repeat speeders. Call today. Start here.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crash data - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-01
- Cops Search for Hit-and-Run Driver Who Killed 3-Year-Old in Queens, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-11-30
- S 8344 — Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
- S 4045 — Requires intelligent speed assistance after repeat violations, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Ron Kim
District 40
Council Member Sandra Ung
District 20
State Senator John Liu
District 16
▸ 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
25
Sedan Driver Hits Woman at Franklin and Colden▸Jul 25 - A driver in a sedan hit a 49-year-old woman at Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens. She suffered hip and upper leg injuries and a minor burn and went into shock. A 77-year-old female occupant was also hurt.
A driver in a sedan hit a 49-year-old woman at Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens on July 25, 2025, at about 1:15 p.m. She sustained hip and upper leg injuries, a minor burn, and went into shock. A 77-year-old female occupant in the car was also hurt. "According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection and not in the roadway when the crash occurred." The driver was traveling south. The police report lists no contributing factors and no driver errors.
24
Improper Turn Injures Elderly SUV Passengers▸Jul 24 - SUV turned wrong on Prince Street. Elderly driver and front passenger hurt. Neck and chest injuries. Police cite improper turn and driver distraction. Pain, shock, and nausea followed.
An SUV making a right turn on Prince Street in Queens struck with its front end. According to the police report, the crash left the 80-year-old male driver and a 73-year-old female front passenger injured, suffering chest and neck injuries, pain, and shock. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The report notes both injured occupants wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
22
E-Bike Driver Disregarded Signal, Hit Pedestrian▸Jul 22 - The driver of an e-bike disregarded traffic control and hit a 62-year-old man crossing with the signal at Main St and 40 Rd in Queens. The man suffered an upper-arm contusion and remained conscious. Two 19-year-old men rode the e-bike.
The driver of an e-bike hit a 62-year-old man at Main Street and 40 Road in Queens. According to the police report, the contributing factor listed was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Police recorded the e-bike was traveling north and made impact with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to his upper arm; he remained conscious. Two 19-year-old men were occupants on the e-bike. Police listed vehicle damage to the left front bumper. The report does not assign errors to the pedestrian.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Prince Street▸Jul 14 - Two drivers collided at Prince Street and 36th Avenue in Queens. Four people were injured. Police cited driver distraction. A 74-year-old driver reported back pain and whiplash after the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Prince Street and 36th Avenue in Queens. One driver was going straight. The other driver was making a left turn. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by both drivers as the contributing factor. Four people were injured: a 34-year-old woman, a 42-year-old woman, a 17-year-old boy, and a 74-year-old man. The report notes damage to a left front quarter panel and right side doors, and lists back and shoulder injuries and complaints of pain. The 74-year-old driver sustained back injury and whiplash and was belted with a lap belt.
14
SUV Crash on Main Street Linked to Alcohol▸Jul 14 - SUV slammed right front bumper on Main Street. Alcohol involved. Driver injured. Police report shows danger in Queens. No pedestrians or cyclists listed among the hurt.
A station wagon/SUV crashed on Main Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. One male driver, age 35, suffered abrasions to his entire body. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The vehicle struck with its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the risk when alcohol mixes with driving.
12
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrians in Queens▸Jul 12 - SUV turned left on Union Street. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal hit. One suffered a concussion. The other, a fractured arm. Police cite driver inattention. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
Two pedestrians, both 20, were struck and injured by an SUV making a left turn at Union Street and 32 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the intersection. One suffered a concussion, the other a fractured arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrians. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention at crossings.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 7 - SUV turned left on 37 Ave. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian, crossing with signal, hit and injured. Shoulder torn. Shock followed. System failed her. Streets stayed loud.
A 58-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37 Ave at Union St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. She suffered an abrasion and injury to her upper arm and shoulder, and was left in shock. The driver, a 47-year-old man, was making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Ung votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 28 - SUV hit a woman crossing 37th Avenue with the signal. She suffered pelvic injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. Metal met flesh. The system failed her.
A 60-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37th Avenue at Bowne Street in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, including a fracture. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
26
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at Parsons and Beech▸Jun 26 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Parsons Blvd near Beech Ave. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The driver was unhurt.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Parsons Blvd and Beech Ave in Queens. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'View Obstructed/Limited' contributed to the crash. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist. The driver of the sedan, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
25
Taxi Strikes Teen Cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 25 - Taxi hit a 16-year-old cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue. The teen suffered hip and leg injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain harsh for the young and unprotected.
A taxi and a bicycle collided at 135-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 16-year-old bicyclist was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west. The cyclist was starting in traffic when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left the young cyclist in shock, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Union Street▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jul 25 - A driver in a sedan hit a 49-year-old woman at Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens. She suffered hip and upper leg injuries and a minor burn and went into shock. A 77-year-old female occupant was also hurt.
A driver in a sedan hit a 49-year-old woman at Franklin Avenue and Colden Street in Queens on July 25, 2025, at about 1:15 p.m. She sustained hip and upper leg injuries, a minor burn, and went into shock. A 77-year-old female occupant in the car was also hurt. "According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection and not in the roadway when the crash occurred." The driver was traveling south. The police report lists no contributing factors and no driver errors.
24
Improper Turn Injures Elderly SUV Passengers▸Jul 24 - SUV turned wrong on Prince Street. Elderly driver and front passenger hurt. Neck and chest injuries. Police cite improper turn and driver distraction. Pain, shock, and nausea followed.
An SUV making a right turn on Prince Street in Queens struck with its front end. According to the police report, the crash left the 80-year-old male driver and a 73-year-old female front passenger injured, suffering chest and neck injuries, pain, and shock. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The report notes both injured occupants wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
22
E-Bike Driver Disregarded Signal, Hit Pedestrian▸Jul 22 - The driver of an e-bike disregarded traffic control and hit a 62-year-old man crossing with the signal at Main St and 40 Rd in Queens. The man suffered an upper-arm contusion and remained conscious. Two 19-year-old men rode the e-bike.
The driver of an e-bike hit a 62-year-old man at Main Street and 40 Road in Queens. According to the police report, the contributing factor listed was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Police recorded the e-bike was traveling north and made impact with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to his upper arm; he remained conscious. Two 19-year-old men were occupants on the e-bike. Police listed vehicle damage to the left front bumper. The report does not assign errors to the pedestrian.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Prince Street▸Jul 14 - Two drivers collided at Prince Street and 36th Avenue in Queens. Four people were injured. Police cited driver distraction. A 74-year-old driver reported back pain and whiplash after the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Prince Street and 36th Avenue in Queens. One driver was going straight. The other driver was making a left turn. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by both drivers as the contributing factor. Four people were injured: a 34-year-old woman, a 42-year-old woman, a 17-year-old boy, and a 74-year-old man. The report notes damage to a left front quarter panel and right side doors, and lists back and shoulder injuries and complaints of pain. The 74-year-old driver sustained back injury and whiplash and was belted with a lap belt.
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SUV Crash on Main Street Linked to Alcohol▸Jul 14 - SUV slammed right front bumper on Main Street. Alcohol involved. Driver injured. Police report shows danger in Queens. No pedestrians or cyclists listed among the hurt.
A station wagon/SUV crashed on Main Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. One male driver, age 35, suffered abrasions to his entire body. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The vehicle struck with its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the risk when alcohol mixes with driving.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrians in Queens▸Jul 12 - SUV turned left on Union Street. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal hit. One suffered a concussion. The other, a fractured arm. Police cite driver inattention. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
Two pedestrians, both 20, were struck and injured by an SUV making a left turn at Union Street and 32 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the intersection. One suffered a concussion, the other a fractured arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrians. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention at crossings.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 7 - SUV turned left on 37 Ave. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian, crossing with signal, hit and injured. Shoulder torn. Shock followed. System failed her. Streets stayed loud.
A 58-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37 Ave at Union St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. She suffered an abrasion and injury to her upper arm and shoulder, and was left in shock. The driver, a 47-year-old man, was making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Ung votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 28 - SUV hit a woman crossing 37th Avenue with the signal. She suffered pelvic injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. Metal met flesh. The system failed her.
A 60-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37th Avenue at Bowne Street in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, including a fracture. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist at Parsons and Beech▸Jun 26 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Parsons Blvd near Beech Ave. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The driver was unhurt.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Parsons Blvd and Beech Ave in Queens. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'View Obstructed/Limited' contributed to the crash. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist. The driver of the sedan, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
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Taxi Strikes Teen Cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 25 - Taxi hit a 16-year-old cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue. The teen suffered hip and leg injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain harsh for the young and unprotected.
A taxi and a bicycle collided at 135-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 16-year-old bicyclist was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west. The cyclist was starting in traffic when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left the young cyclist in shock, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Union Street▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jul 24 - SUV turned wrong on Prince Street. Elderly driver and front passenger hurt. Neck and chest injuries. Police cite improper turn and driver distraction. Pain, shock, and nausea followed.
An SUV making a right turn on Prince Street in Queens struck with its front end. According to the police report, the crash left the 80-year-old male driver and a 73-year-old female front passenger injured, suffering chest and neck injuries, pain, and shock. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The report notes both injured occupants wore seat belts. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
22
E-Bike Driver Disregarded Signal, Hit Pedestrian▸Jul 22 - The driver of an e-bike disregarded traffic control and hit a 62-year-old man crossing with the signal at Main St and 40 Rd in Queens. The man suffered an upper-arm contusion and remained conscious. Two 19-year-old men rode the e-bike.
The driver of an e-bike hit a 62-year-old man at Main Street and 40 Road in Queens. According to the police report, the contributing factor listed was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Police recorded the e-bike was traveling north and made impact with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to his upper arm; he remained conscious. Two 19-year-old men were occupants on the e-bike. Police listed vehicle damage to the left front bumper. The report does not assign errors to the pedestrian.
14
Distracted Drivers Collide on Prince Street▸Jul 14 - Two drivers collided at Prince Street and 36th Avenue in Queens. Four people were injured. Police cited driver distraction. A 74-year-old driver reported back pain and whiplash after the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Prince Street and 36th Avenue in Queens. One driver was going straight. The other driver was making a left turn. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by both drivers as the contributing factor. Four people were injured: a 34-year-old woman, a 42-year-old woman, a 17-year-old boy, and a 74-year-old man. The report notes damage to a left front quarter panel and right side doors, and lists back and shoulder injuries and complaints of pain. The 74-year-old driver sustained back injury and whiplash and was belted with a lap belt.
14
SUV Crash on Main Street Linked to Alcohol▸Jul 14 - SUV slammed right front bumper on Main Street. Alcohol involved. Driver injured. Police report shows danger in Queens. No pedestrians or cyclists listed among the hurt.
A station wagon/SUV crashed on Main Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. One male driver, age 35, suffered abrasions to his entire body. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The vehicle struck with its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the risk when alcohol mixes with driving.
12
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrians in Queens▸Jul 12 - SUV turned left on Union Street. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal hit. One suffered a concussion. The other, a fractured arm. Police cite driver inattention. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
Two pedestrians, both 20, were struck and injured by an SUV making a left turn at Union Street and 32 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the intersection. One suffered a concussion, the other a fractured arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrians. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention at crossings.
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 7 - SUV turned left on 37 Ave. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian, crossing with signal, hit and injured. Shoulder torn. Shock followed. System failed her. Streets stayed loud.
A 58-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37 Ave at Union St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. She suffered an abrasion and injury to her upper arm and shoulder, and was left in shock. The driver, a 47-year-old man, was making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Ung votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 28 - SUV hit a woman crossing 37th Avenue with the signal. She suffered pelvic injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. Metal met flesh. The system failed her.
A 60-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37th Avenue at Bowne Street in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, including a fracture. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
26
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at Parsons and Beech▸Jun 26 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Parsons Blvd near Beech Ave. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The driver was unhurt.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Parsons Blvd and Beech Ave in Queens. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'View Obstructed/Limited' contributed to the crash. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist. The driver of the sedan, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
25
Taxi Strikes Teen Cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 25 - Taxi hit a 16-year-old cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue. The teen suffered hip and leg injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain harsh for the young and unprotected.
A taxi and a bicycle collided at 135-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 16-year-old bicyclist was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west. The cyclist was starting in traffic when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left the young cyclist in shock, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Union Street▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jul 22 - The driver of an e-bike disregarded traffic control and hit a 62-year-old man crossing with the signal at Main St and 40 Rd in Queens. The man suffered an upper-arm contusion and remained conscious. Two 19-year-old men rode the e-bike.
The driver of an e-bike hit a 62-year-old man at Main Street and 40 Road in Queens. According to the police report, the contributing factor listed was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Police recorded the e-bike was traveling north and made impact with its left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal and suffered a contusion to his upper arm; he remained conscious. Two 19-year-old men were occupants on the e-bike. Police listed vehicle damage to the left front bumper. The report does not assign errors to the pedestrian.
14
Distracted Drivers Collide on Prince Street▸Jul 14 - Two drivers collided at Prince Street and 36th Avenue in Queens. Four people were injured. Police cited driver distraction. A 74-year-old driver reported back pain and whiplash after the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Prince Street and 36th Avenue in Queens. One driver was going straight. The other driver was making a left turn. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by both drivers as the contributing factor. Four people were injured: a 34-year-old woman, a 42-year-old woman, a 17-year-old boy, and a 74-year-old man. The report notes damage to a left front quarter panel and right side doors, and lists back and shoulder injuries and complaints of pain. The 74-year-old driver sustained back injury and whiplash and was belted with a lap belt.
14
SUV Crash on Main Street Linked to Alcohol▸Jul 14 - SUV slammed right front bumper on Main Street. Alcohol involved. Driver injured. Police report shows danger in Queens. No pedestrians or cyclists listed among the hurt.
A station wagon/SUV crashed on Main Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. One male driver, age 35, suffered abrasions to his entire body. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The vehicle struck with its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the risk when alcohol mixes with driving.
12
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrians in Queens▸Jul 12 - SUV turned left on Union Street. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal hit. One suffered a concussion. The other, a fractured arm. Police cite driver inattention. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
Two pedestrians, both 20, were struck and injured by an SUV making a left turn at Union Street and 32 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the intersection. One suffered a concussion, the other a fractured arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrians. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention at crossings.
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 7 - SUV turned left on 37 Ave. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian, crossing with signal, hit and injured. Shoulder torn. Shock followed. System failed her. Streets stayed loud.
A 58-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37 Ave at Union St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. She suffered an abrasion and injury to her upper arm and shoulder, and was left in shock. The driver, a 47-year-old man, was making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Ung votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 28 - SUV hit a woman crossing 37th Avenue with the signal. She suffered pelvic injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. Metal met flesh. The system failed her.
A 60-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37th Avenue at Bowne Street in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, including a fracture. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
26
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at Parsons and Beech▸Jun 26 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Parsons Blvd near Beech Ave. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The driver was unhurt.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Parsons Blvd and Beech Ave in Queens. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'View Obstructed/Limited' contributed to the crash. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist. The driver of the sedan, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
25
Taxi Strikes Teen Cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 25 - Taxi hit a 16-year-old cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue. The teen suffered hip and leg injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain harsh for the young and unprotected.
A taxi and a bicycle collided at 135-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 16-year-old bicyclist was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west. The cyclist was starting in traffic when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left the young cyclist in shock, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Union Street▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jul 14 - Two drivers collided at Prince Street and 36th Avenue in Queens. Four people were injured. Police cited driver distraction. A 74-year-old driver reported back pain and whiplash after the impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Prince Street and 36th Avenue in Queens. One driver was going straight. The other driver was making a left turn. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by both drivers as the contributing factor. Four people were injured: a 34-year-old woman, a 42-year-old woman, a 17-year-old boy, and a 74-year-old man. The report notes damage to a left front quarter panel and right side doors, and lists back and shoulder injuries and complaints of pain. The 74-year-old driver sustained back injury and whiplash and was belted with a lap belt.
14
SUV Crash on Main Street Linked to Alcohol▸Jul 14 - SUV slammed right front bumper on Main Street. Alcohol involved. Driver injured. Police report shows danger in Queens. No pedestrians or cyclists listed among the hurt.
A station wagon/SUV crashed on Main Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. One male driver, age 35, suffered abrasions to his entire body. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The vehicle struck with its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the risk when alcohol mixes with driving.
12
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrians in Queens▸Jul 12 - SUV turned left on Union Street. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal hit. One suffered a concussion. The other, a fractured arm. Police cite driver inattention. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
Two pedestrians, both 20, were struck and injured by an SUV making a left turn at Union Street and 32 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the intersection. One suffered a concussion, the other a fractured arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrians. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention at crossings.
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 7 - SUV turned left on 37 Ave. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian, crossing with signal, hit and injured. Shoulder torn. Shock followed. System failed her. Streets stayed loud.
A 58-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37 Ave at Union St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. She suffered an abrasion and injury to her upper arm and shoulder, and was left in shock. The driver, a 47-year-old man, was making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Ung votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 28 - SUV hit a woman crossing 37th Avenue with the signal. She suffered pelvic injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. Metal met flesh. The system failed her.
A 60-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37th Avenue at Bowne Street in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, including a fracture. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
26
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at Parsons and Beech▸Jun 26 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Parsons Blvd near Beech Ave. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The driver was unhurt.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Parsons Blvd and Beech Ave in Queens. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'View Obstructed/Limited' contributed to the crash. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist. The driver of the sedan, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
25
Taxi Strikes Teen Cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 25 - Taxi hit a 16-year-old cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue. The teen suffered hip and leg injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain harsh for the young and unprotected.
A taxi and a bicycle collided at 135-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 16-year-old bicyclist was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west. The cyclist was starting in traffic when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left the young cyclist in shock, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Union Street▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jul 14 - SUV slammed right front bumper on Main Street. Alcohol involved. Driver injured. Police report shows danger in Queens. No pedestrians or cyclists listed among the hurt.
A station wagon/SUV crashed on Main Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. One male driver, age 35, suffered abrasions to his entire body. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor. The vehicle struck with its right front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash highlights the risk when alcohol mixes with driving.
12
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrians in Queens▸Jul 12 - SUV turned left on Union Street. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal hit. One suffered a concussion. The other, a fractured arm. Police cite driver inattention. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
Two pedestrians, both 20, were struck and injured by an SUV making a left turn at Union Street and 32 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the intersection. One suffered a concussion, the other a fractured arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrians. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention at crossings.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 7 - SUV turned left on 37 Ave. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian, crossing with signal, hit and injured. Shoulder torn. Shock followed. System failed her. Streets stayed loud.
A 58-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37 Ave at Union St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. She suffered an abrasion and injury to her upper arm and shoulder, and was left in shock. The driver, a 47-year-old man, was making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Ung votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 28 - SUV hit a woman crossing 37th Avenue with the signal. She suffered pelvic injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. Metal met flesh. The system failed her.
A 60-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37th Avenue at Bowne Street in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, including a fracture. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
26
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at Parsons and Beech▸Jun 26 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Parsons Blvd near Beech Ave. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The driver was unhurt.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Parsons Blvd and Beech Ave in Queens. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'View Obstructed/Limited' contributed to the crash. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist. The driver of the sedan, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
25
Taxi Strikes Teen Cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 25 - Taxi hit a 16-year-old cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue. The teen suffered hip and leg injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain harsh for the young and unprotected.
A taxi and a bicycle collided at 135-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 16-year-old bicyclist was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west. The cyclist was starting in traffic when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left the young cyclist in shock, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Union Street▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jul 12 - SUV turned left on Union Street. Two pedestrians crossing with the signal hit. One suffered a concussion. The other, a fractured arm. Police cite driver inattention. Steel met flesh. The street stayed cold.
Two pedestrians, both 20, were struck and injured by an SUV making a left turn at Union Street and 32 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the intersection. One suffered a concussion, the other a fractured arm. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV's left front bumper hit the pedestrians. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to pay attention at crossings.
8
Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue▸Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
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Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-07-08
7
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 7 - SUV turned left on 37 Ave. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian, crossing with signal, hit and injured. Shoulder torn. Shock followed. System failed her. Streets stayed loud.
A 58-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37 Ave at Union St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. She suffered an abrasion and injury to her upper arm and shoulder, and was left in shock. The driver, a 47-year-old man, was making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Ung votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 28 - SUV hit a woman crossing 37th Avenue with the signal. She suffered pelvic injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. Metal met flesh. The system failed her.
A 60-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37th Avenue at Bowne Street in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, including a fracture. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
26
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at Parsons and Beech▸Jun 26 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Parsons Blvd near Beech Ave. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The driver was unhurt.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Parsons Blvd and Beech Ave in Queens. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'View Obstructed/Limited' contributed to the crash. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist. The driver of the sedan, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
25
Taxi Strikes Teen Cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 25 - Taxi hit a 16-year-old cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue. The teen suffered hip and leg injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain harsh for the young and unprotected.
A taxi and a bicycle collided at 135-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 16-year-old bicyclist was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west. The cyclist was starting in traffic when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left the young cyclist in shock, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Union Street▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jul 8 - Hillside Avenue chokes on cars. Buses crawl at four miles per hour. New lanes promise relief for 215,000 riders. Space shifts from cars to buses. Streets change. Riders wait.
Gothamist (2025-07-08) reports new bus lanes are coming to Hillside Avenue, Queens. Transportation Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said the corridor suffers from 'an inconsistent, patchwork design' and blocked lanes. Buses crawl at four miles per hour due to congestion. Only a third of road space serves buses, though 83% of transit users ride them. The project adds camera-enforced bus lanes, parking, and loading zones. Policy shifts road space from private cars to public transit, aiming to speed up service for 215,000 daily riders.
- Bus Lanes Target Congestion On Hillside Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-07-08
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 7 - SUV turned left on 37 Ave. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian, crossing with signal, hit and injured. Shoulder torn. Shock followed. System failed her. Streets stayed loud.
A 58-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37 Ave at Union St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. She suffered an abrasion and injury to her upper arm and shoulder, and was left in shock. The driver, a 47-year-old man, was making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Ung votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 28 - SUV hit a woman crossing 37th Avenue with the signal. She suffered pelvic injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. Metal met flesh. The system failed her.
A 60-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37th Avenue at Bowne Street in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, including a fracture. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
26
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at Parsons and Beech▸Jun 26 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Parsons Blvd near Beech Ave. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The driver was unhurt.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Parsons Blvd and Beech Ave in Queens. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'View Obstructed/Limited' contributed to the crash. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist. The driver of the sedan, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
25
Taxi Strikes Teen Cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 25 - Taxi hit a 16-year-old cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue. The teen suffered hip and leg injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain harsh for the young and unprotected.
A taxi and a bicycle collided at 135-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 16-year-old bicyclist was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west. The cyclist was starting in traffic when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left the young cyclist in shock, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Union Street▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jul 7 - SUV turned left on 37 Ave. Driver failed to yield. Pedestrian, crossing with signal, hit and injured. Shoulder torn. Shock followed. System failed her. Streets stayed loud.
A 58-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37 Ave at Union St in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield right-of-way and was inattentive. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. She suffered an abrasion and injury to her upper arm and shoulder, and was left in shock. The driver, a 47-year-old man, was making a left turn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Ung votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 28 - SUV hit a woman crossing 37th Avenue with the signal. She suffered pelvic injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. Metal met flesh. The system failed her.
A 60-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37th Avenue at Bowne Street in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, including a fracture. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
26
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at Parsons and Beech▸Jun 26 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Parsons Blvd near Beech Ave. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The driver was unhurt.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Parsons Blvd and Beech Ave in Queens. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'View Obstructed/Limited' contributed to the crash. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist. The driver of the sedan, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
25
Taxi Strikes Teen Cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 25 - Taxi hit a 16-year-old cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue. The teen suffered hip and leg injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain harsh for the young and unprotected.
A taxi and a bicycle collided at 135-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 16-year-old bicyclist was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west. The cyclist was starting in traffic when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left the young cyclist in shock, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Union Street▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
- Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car, The New York Times, Published 2025-07-04
30Int 0857-2024
Ung votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 28 - SUV hit a woman crossing 37th Avenue with the signal. She suffered pelvic injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. Metal met flesh. The system failed her.
A 60-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37th Avenue at Bowne Street in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, including a fracture. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
26
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at Parsons and Beech▸Jun 26 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Parsons Blvd near Beech Ave. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The driver was unhurt.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Parsons Blvd and Beech Ave in Queens. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'View Obstructed/Limited' contributed to the crash. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist. The driver of the sedan, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
25
Taxi Strikes Teen Cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 25 - Taxi hit a 16-year-old cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue. The teen suffered hip and leg injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain harsh for the young and unprotected.
A taxi and a bicycle collided at 135-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 16-year-old bicyclist was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west. The cyclist was starting in traffic when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left the young cyclist in shock, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Union Street▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jun 28 - SUV hit a woman crossing 37th Avenue with the signal. She suffered pelvic injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. Metal met flesh. The system failed her.
A 60-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37th Avenue at Bowne Street in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, including a fracture. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
26
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at Parsons and Beech▸Jun 26 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Parsons Blvd near Beech Ave. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The driver was unhurt.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Parsons Blvd and Beech Ave in Queens. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'View Obstructed/Limited' contributed to the crash. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist. The driver of the sedan, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
25
Taxi Strikes Teen Cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 25 - Taxi hit a 16-year-old cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue. The teen suffered hip and leg injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain harsh for the young and unprotected.
A taxi and a bicycle collided at 135-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 16-year-old bicyclist was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west. The cyclist was starting in traffic when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left the young cyclist in shock, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Union Street▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jun 28 - SUV hit a woman crossing 37th Avenue with the signal. She suffered pelvic injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. Metal met flesh. The system failed her.
A 60-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing 37th Avenue at Bowne Street in Queens. She was crossing with the signal and suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, including a fracture. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other causes are cited. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor.
26
Sedan Strikes Cyclist at Parsons and Beech▸Jun 26 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Parsons Blvd near Beech Ave. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The driver was unhurt.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Parsons Blvd and Beech Ave in Queens. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'View Obstructed/Limited' contributed to the crash. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist. The driver of the sedan, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
25
Taxi Strikes Teen Cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 25 - Taxi hit a 16-year-old cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue. The teen suffered hip and leg injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain harsh for the young and unprotected.
A taxi and a bicycle collided at 135-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 16-year-old bicyclist was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west. The cyclist was starting in traffic when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left the young cyclist in shock, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Union Street▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
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Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jun 26 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Parsons Blvd near Beech Ave. The cyclist was ejected and suffered a leg fracture. Police cite obstructed view as a factor. The driver was unhurt.
A sedan and a cyclist collided at Parsons Blvd and Beech Ave in Queens. The 23-year-old cyclist was ejected and suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'View Obstructed/Limited' contributed to the crash. The sedan's right front bumper struck the cyclist. The driver of the sedan, a 32-year-old man, was not injured. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
25
Taxi Strikes Teen Cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue▸Jun 25 - Taxi hit a 16-year-old cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue. The teen suffered hip and leg injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain harsh for the young and unprotected.
A taxi and a bicycle collided at 135-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 16-year-old bicyclist was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west. The cyclist was starting in traffic when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left the young cyclist in shock, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Union Street▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
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Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jun 25 - Taxi hit a 16-year-old cyclist on Roosevelt Avenue. The teen suffered hip and leg injuries. Police list causes as unspecified. Streets remain harsh for the young and unprotected.
A taxi and a bicycle collided at 135-41 Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. A 16-year-old bicyclist was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west. The cyclist was starting in traffic when the crash occurred. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The crash left the young cyclist in shock, highlighting the risks faced by vulnerable road users.
24
Sedan Rear-Ends Moped on Union Street▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
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Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jun 24 - A sedan struck a moped from behind on Union Street at Barclay Avenue. Two men injured. Police cite driver inattention and following too closely. Impact left one ejected, both conscious.
A sedan hit a moped from behind on Union Street near Barclay Avenue in Queens. Two men, ages 39 and 55, were injured. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. One moped driver was ejected and suffered bruises. Both drivers were conscious after the collision. The sedan’s front and the moped’s rear took the brunt of the impact. No pedestrians were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
24
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Northbound Motorcyclist▸Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jun 24 - SUV cut left on Parsons. Motorcycle slammed front to front. Rider thrown, leg battered. Child in SUV. Police cite failure to yield. Metal and bodies hit hard in Queens dusk.
A southbound SUV turned left from Parsons Blvd onto Bayside Ave and collided head-on with a northbound motorcycle. The motorcycle rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg injury. A child and two adults in the SUV were also involved. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was the contributing factor. The motorcycle rider wore a helmet. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.
24
SUV Strikes E-Bike on Main Street in Queens▸Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jun 24 - SUV and e-bike collided on Main Street. E-bike rider, 38, suffered arm injury and shock. SUV showed rear damage. Police list all factors as unspecified.
An SUV and an e-bike collided on Main Street in Queens. The 38-year-old e-bike rider was injured in the shoulder and upper arm and reported shock. According to the police report, the SUV was parked before the crash and sustained damage to the right rear quarter panel. All contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report. The SUV driver and another occupant, both 64, were not seriously hurt.
22
Speeding Crash on Main Street Injures Passengers▸Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
-
File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jun 22 - Two passengers crushed in a violent collision on Main Street. Sedans and SUVs collided at unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Bodies hurt. The street bore the impact.
A crash on Main Street at Dahlia Avenue in Queens left two passengers injured with crush injuries. According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided while traveling north. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Two men, ages 56 and 30, were hurt. The crash underscores the danger when speed overtakes caution.
22
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on Willets Point Blvd▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
21
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jun 22 - A sedan hit a man crossing Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered leg injuries and whiplash. Impact was center front. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A Ford sedan traveling south struck a 25-year-old man crossing Willets Point Blvd outside an intersection. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot, and reported whiplash. The impact was to the car's center front end. The driver held only a permit. No mention of helmet or signal as contributing factors. Systemic failure left the pedestrian exposed.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Union Street▸Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jun 21 - An SUV hit a 78-year-old woman crossing Union Street. She bled from her abdomen and pelvis. The driver went straight. Police list no clear cause. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
A 78-year-old woman was struck by a southbound SUV while crossing Union Street at Sanford Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, she suffered minor bleeding and injuries to her abdomen and pelvis. The driver was licensed and continued straight ahead. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported among the vehicle occupants. The report does not cite any driver errors or violations. The pedestrian's action was noted as 'Crossing Against Signal,' but the police did not list this as a contributing factor.
17S 8344
Kim votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
Jun 17 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17