Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in South Ozone Park?
South Ozone Park: Six Dead, City Silent—Lower the Speed, Save a Life
South Ozone Park: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 17, 2025
The Toll in South Ozone Park
Blood on the asphalt. In the last twelve months, four people died and thirteen suffered serious injuries on the streets of South Ozone Park. The bodies are not numbers. A cyclist was left in critical condition after a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue. Police found him unconscious. The driver kept going. “They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver” (ABC7).
A woman, 51, killed by a taxi at Lefferts and 115th. A child, crushed but alive. A 52-year-old pedestrian struck dead by a motorcycle at Liberty and 114th. A moped driver, helmet on, ejected and killed on Nassau Expressway. The list does not end. Four deaths. Thirteen serious injuries. Over 1,700 hurt.
The Pattern: Cars, Speed, and Silence
The machines do not care. Cars and SUVs led the roll call of harm: one death, five serious injuries, thirty-eight moderate injuries. Motorcycles and mopeds killed one, seriously injured two, and left another with a broken body. Trucks and buses, too, left their mark. Bikes, one moderate injury. The pattern is clear. The violence is not random.
Leadership: Promises and Delays
The city talks about Vision Zero. Albany passed Sammy’s Law. The city can lower speed limits to 20 mph. But the limit stands. The council waits. The mayor waits. The dead do not wait. Speed cameras cut speeding by 63% where installed. Injuries drop 14%. But the law that keeps them running is always at risk. “Police report that several pedestrians were struck at the location, resulting in at least nine injuries” (ABC7).
What Now: No More Waiting
Every day of delay is another day of blood. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph limit. Demand speed cameras stay on. Join the fight. The dead cannot speak. You must.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-06-15
- Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-06-15
- Car Jumps Curb, Injures Nine In Queens, ABC7, Published 2025-04-04
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4712116 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-17
Other Representatives
District 31
131-15 Rockaway Blvd. 1st Floor, South Ozone Park, NY 11420
Room 742, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 28
165-90 Baisley Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11434
718-206-2068
250 Broadway, Suite 1810, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7257
District 10
142-01 Rockaway Blvd., South Ozone Park, NY 11436
Room 711, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
South Ozone Park South Ozone Park sits in Queens, Precinct 106, District 28, AD 31, SD 10, Queens CB10.
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Traffic Safety Timeline for South Ozone Park
3SUV and Van Crash Injures Three Passengers▸A van struck a parked SUV on 120 Street. Three women inside the SUV suffered bruises and neck or chest injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were licensed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on 120 Street collided with a parked BMW SUV at 19:10. The impact struck the SUV's left front bumper and damaged its left side doors. The van was hit on its right front quarter panel. Three female passengers in the SUV were injured, each suffering contusions and neck or chest injuries, and all experienced shock. All were secured with lap belts or harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
-
File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUVs Collide on Belt Parkway, Driver Ejected▸Two SUVs collided head-on on Belt Parkway. The 21-year-old male driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited passing too closely and driver distraction as causes. Both vehicles were heavily damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:57 on Belt Parkway involving two SUVs traveling westbound. The 21-year-old male driver of a 2017 Nissan SUV was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles were heavily damaged, with the Nissan described as 'Demolished' at the point of impact. The other vehicle, a 2016 Mercedes SUV, sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any victim fault or contributing pedestrian or cyclist behaviors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 43-year-old woman was injured crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. A sedan making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian with injuries to her entire body.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old female pedestrian was crossing 135 Avenue at an intersection with the signal when she was struck by a sedan traveling west and making a left turn. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 1998 Toyota sedan. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, particularly during turning maneuvers in busy urban intersections.
2Bus Side-Impact Injures Two Queens Passengers▸A bus traveling south on Rockaway Boulevard struck another vehicle on its left side doors. Two female passengers aboard the bus suffered contusions and back and leg injuries. Driver inattention and improper lane usage caused the collision.
According to the police report, at 8:30 p.m. on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens, a 2021 bus traveling south collided on its left side doors with another vehicle's right front quarter panel. The bus had two female passengers, ages 60 and 36, who were injured with contusions to the back and lower leg areas. Both passengers remained conscious and were not ejected. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors. The other vehicle's contributing factor was listed as "Other Vehicular." The bus driver was licensed in New York. The injuries occurred despite no reported contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes in Queens traffic.
S 6808Addabbo co-sponsors bill lowering speed limits, improving first responder safety.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
-
File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Addabbo votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
-
File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
-
File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
Sedan Driver Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan in Queens suffered a head injury and concussion after a collision caused by failure to yield right-of-way. The crash occurred on North Conduit Avenue at 8:51 a.m., leaving the driver conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash happened on North Conduit Avenue in Queens at 8:51 a.m. The driver, a 26-year-old female occupant of a 2015 Hyundai sedan, was injured with a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan was traveling north and had damage to the right front bumper and center front end. Another vehicle, a 2018 Chevrolet, was changing lanes and impacted the sedan's center back end. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield, which resulted in serious injury to the sedan driver.
Khaleel Anderson Praises Technical Assistance Boosting Small City Safety▸Small cities like Clarkston, Georgia, are landing million-dollar federal grants to fight deadly streets. With help from Bloomberg-backed advisors, they outpace larger rivals. Grants target pedestrian danger. Local leaders credit technical aid and strong stories. More small towns now chase life-saving funds.
""The Cities signing up are smaller and often less well-resourced, and they’re drawing down bigger-than-average grants as a result of the technical assistance they’re getting. We’re really proud to be converting ambitions and dreams into winning applications and real safety on the ground."" -- Khaleel Anderson
On January 22, 2024, Streetsblog NYC reported that small cities are securing major federal grants for street safety. Clarkston, Georgia, with high traffic-fatality rates, won $1 million from the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to craft a safety plan. The Local Infrastructure Hub, co-led by Bloomberg Philanthropies, provides technical help, boosting applications. Mayor Beverley Burks of Clarkston said, "You have to be willing to invest in yourself as a city... Having someone who had the skillset to be able to help write the narrative – that’s very crucial for the reviewers to understand the needs in your community." James Anderson, also quoted, highlighted how technical assistance turns ambition into real safety. Other small cities, like Globe, Arizona, and Gladewater, Texas, have also won grants for pedestrian safety. These wins show federal money can reach vulnerable road users in overlooked places.
-
How Small Cities Are Winning Big Money for Street Safety,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-01-22
Queens Crash Injures Driver After Unsafe Speed Collision▸A Queens sedan driver suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a high-speed collision with an SUV. The impact struck the sedan's left side doors. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:34 on 121 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. A 22-year-old female sedan driver was injured, sustaining contusions and a hip-upper leg injury. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, along with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' by the sedan driver. The sedan was struck on its left side doors by an SUV traveling south, which hit the sedan's center front end. Both vehicles were occupied by a single licensed driver. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected but experienced shock. The collision dynamics and cited driver errors highlight systemic dangers related to speed and yielding failures in this Queens crash.
Sedan Slams Parked Box Truck in Queens▸A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on North Conduit Avenue. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on North Conduit Avenue struck a parked box truck near 114 Place in Queens. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Moped Hits SUV on Queens Street▸A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
A van struck a parked SUV on 120 Street. Three women inside the SUV suffered bruises and neck or chest injuries. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were licensed. No driver errors listed.
According to the police report, a van traveling east on 120 Street collided with a parked BMW SUV at 19:10. The impact struck the SUV's left front bumper and damaged its left side doors. The van was hit on its right front quarter panel. Three female passengers in the SUV were injured, each suffering contusions and neck or chest injuries, and all experienced shock. All were secured with lap belts or harnesses and were not ejected. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. Both drivers were licensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
S 2714Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
-
File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
-
File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUVs Collide on Belt Parkway, Driver Ejected▸Two SUVs collided head-on on Belt Parkway. The 21-year-old male driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited passing too closely and driver distraction as causes. Both vehicles were heavily damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:57 on Belt Parkway involving two SUVs traveling westbound. The 21-year-old male driver of a 2017 Nissan SUV was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles were heavily damaged, with the Nissan described as 'Demolished' at the point of impact. The other vehicle, a 2016 Mercedes SUV, sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any victim fault or contributing pedestrian or cyclist behaviors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 43-year-old woman was injured crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. A sedan making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian with injuries to her entire body.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old female pedestrian was crossing 135 Avenue at an intersection with the signal when she was struck by a sedan traveling west and making a left turn. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 1998 Toyota sedan. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, particularly during turning maneuvers in busy urban intersections.
2Bus Side-Impact Injures Two Queens Passengers▸A bus traveling south on Rockaway Boulevard struck another vehicle on its left side doors. Two female passengers aboard the bus suffered contusions and back and leg injuries. Driver inattention and improper lane usage caused the collision.
According to the police report, at 8:30 p.m. on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens, a 2021 bus traveling south collided on its left side doors with another vehicle's right front quarter panel. The bus had two female passengers, ages 60 and 36, who were injured with contusions to the back and lower leg areas. Both passengers remained conscious and were not ejected. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors. The other vehicle's contributing factor was listed as "Other Vehicular." The bus driver was licensed in New York. The injuries occurred despite no reported contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes in Queens traffic.
S 6808Addabbo co-sponsors bill lowering speed limits, improving first responder safety.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
-
File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Addabbo votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
-
File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
-
File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
Sedan Driver Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan in Queens suffered a head injury and concussion after a collision caused by failure to yield right-of-way. The crash occurred on North Conduit Avenue at 8:51 a.m., leaving the driver conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash happened on North Conduit Avenue in Queens at 8:51 a.m. The driver, a 26-year-old female occupant of a 2015 Hyundai sedan, was injured with a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan was traveling north and had damage to the right front bumper and center front end. Another vehicle, a 2018 Chevrolet, was changing lanes and impacted the sedan's center back end. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield, which resulted in serious injury to the sedan driver.
Khaleel Anderson Praises Technical Assistance Boosting Small City Safety▸Small cities like Clarkston, Georgia, are landing million-dollar federal grants to fight deadly streets. With help from Bloomberg-backed advisors, they outpace larger rivals. Grants target pedestrian danger. Local leaders credit technical aid and strong stories. More small towns now chase life-saving funds.
""The Cities signing up are smaller and often less well-resourced, and they’re drawing down bigger-than-average grants as a result of the technical assistance they’re getting. We’re really proud to be converting ambitions and dreams into winning applications and real safety on the ground."" -- Khaleel Anderson
On January 22, 2024, Streetsblog NYC reported that small cities are securing major federal grants for street safety. Clarkston, Georgia, with high traffic-fatality rates, won $1 million from the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to craft a safety plan. The Local Infrastructure Hub, co-led by Bloomberg Philanthropies, provides technical help, boosting applications. Mayor Beverley Burks of Clarkston said, "You have to be willing to invest in yourself as a city... Having someone who had the skillset to be able to help write the narrative – that’s very crucial for the reviewers to understand the needs in your community." James Anderson, also quoted, highlighted how technical assistance turns ambition into real safety. Other small cities, like Globe, Arizona, and Gladewater, Texas, have also won grants for pedestrian safety. These wins show federal money can reach vulnerable road users in overlooked places.
-
How Small Cities Are Winning Big Money for Street Safety,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-01-22
Queens Crash Injures Driver After Unsafe Speed Collision▸A Queens sedan driver suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a high-speed collision with an SUV. The impact struck the sedan's left side doors. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:34 on 121 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. A 22-year-old female sedan driver was injured, sustaining contusions and a hip-upper leg injury. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, along with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' by the sedan driver. The sedan was struck on its left side doors by an SUV traveling south, which hit the sedan's center front end. Both vehicles were occupied by a single licensed driver. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected but experienced shock. The collision dynamics and cited driver errors highlight systemic dangers related to speed and yielding failures in this Queens crash.
Sedan Slams Parked Box Truck in Queens▸A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on North Conduit Avenue. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on North Conduit Avenue struck a parked box truck near 114 Place in Queens. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Moped Hits SUV on Queens Street▸A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
- File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-02-13
S 2714Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.▸Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
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File S 2714,
Open States,
Published 2024-02-13
SUVs Collide on Belt Parkway, Driver Ejected▸Two SUVs collided head-on on Belt Parkway. The 21-year-old male driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited passing too closely and driver distraction as causes. Both vehicles were heavily damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:57 on Belt Parkway involving two SUVs traveling westbound. The 21-year-old male driver of a 2017 Nissan SUV was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles were heavily damaged, with the Nissan described as 'Demolished' at the point of impact. The other vehicle, a 2016 Mercedes SUV, sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any victim fault or contributing pedestrian or cyclist behaviors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 43-year-old woman was injured crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. A sedan making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian with injuries to her entire body.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old female pedestrian was crossing 135 Avenue at an intersection with the signal when she was struck by a sedan traveling west and making a left turn. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 1998 Toyota sedan. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, particularly during turning maneuvers in busy urban intersections.
2Bus Side-Impact Injures Two Queens Passengers▸A bus traveling south on Rockaway Boulevard struck another vehicle on its left side doors. Two female passengers aboard the bus suffered contusions and back and leg injuries. Driver inattention and improper lane usage caused the collision.
According to the police report, at 8:30 p.m. on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens, a 2021 bus traveling south collided on its left side doors with another vehicle's right front quarter panel. The bus had two female passengers, ages 60 and 36, who were injured with contusions to the back and lower leg areas. Both passengers remained conscious and were not ejected. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors. The other vehicle's contributing factor was listed as "Other Vehicular." The bus driver was licensed in New York. The injuries occurred despite no reported contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes in Queens traffic.
S 6808Addabbo co-sponsors bill lowering speed limits, improving first responder safety.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
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Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Addabbo votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
Sedan Driver Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan in Queens suffered a head injury and concussion after a collision caused by failure to yield right-of-way. The crash occurred on North Conduit Avenue at 8:51 a.m., leaving the driver conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash happened on North Conduit Avenue in Queens at 8:51 a.m. The driver, a 26-year-old female occupant of a 2015 Hyundai sedan, was injured with a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan was traveling north and had damage to the right front bumper and center front end. Another vehicle, a 2018 Chevrolet, was changing lanes and impacted the sedan's center back end. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield, which resulted in serious injury to the sedan driver.
Khaleel Anderson Praises Technical Assistance Boosting Small City Safety▸Small cities like Clarkston, Georgia, are landing million-dollar federal grants to fight deadly streets. With help from Bloomberg-backed advisors, they outpace larger rivals. Grants target pedestrian danger. Local leaders credit technical aid and strong stories. More small towns now chase life-saving funds.
""The Cities signing up are smaller and often less well-resourced, and they’re drawing down bigger-than-average grants as a result of the technical assistance they’re getting. We’re really proud to be converting ambitions and dreams into winning applications and real safety on the ground."" -- Khaleel Anderson
On January 22, 2024, Streetsblog NYC reported that small cities are securing major federal grants for street safety. Clarkston, Georgia, with high traffic-fatality rates, won $1 million from the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to craft a safety plan. The Local Infrastructure Hub, co-led by Bloomberg Philanthropies, provides technical help, boosting applications. Mayor Beverley Burks of Clarkston said, "You have to be willing to invest in yourself as a city... Having someone who had the skillset to be able to help write the narrative – that’s very crucial for the reviewers to understand the needs in your community." James Anderson, also quoted, highlighted how technical assistance turns ambition into real safety. Other small cities, like Globe, Arizona, and Gladewater, Texas, have also won grants for pedestrian safety. These wins show federal money can reach vulnerable road users in overlooked places.
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How Small Cities Are Winning Big Money for Street Safety,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-01-22
Queens Crash Injures Driver After Unsafe Speed Collision▸A Queens sedan driver suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a high-speed collision with an SUV. The impact struck the sedan's left side doors. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:34 on 121 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. A 22-year-old female sedan driver was injured, sustaining contusions and a hip-upper leg injury. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, along with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' by the sedan driver. The sedan was struck on its left side doors by an SUV traveling south, which hit the sedan's center front end. Both vehicles were occupied by a single licensed driver. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected but experienced shock. The collision dynamics and cited driver errors highlight systemic dangers related to speed and yielding failures in this Queens crash.
Sedan Slams Parked Box Truck in Queens▸A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on North Conduit Avenue. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on North Conduit Avenue struck a parked box truck near 114 Place in Queens. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Moped Hits SUV on Queens Street▸A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.
Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.
- File S 2714, Open States, Published 2024-02-13
SUVs Collide on Belt Parkway, Driver Ejected▸Two SUVs collided head-on on Belt Parkway. The 21-year-old male driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited passing too closely and driver distraction as causes. Both vehicles were heavily damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:57 on Belt Parkway involving two SUVs traveling westbound. The 21-year-old male driver of a 2017 Nissan SUV was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles were heavily damaged, with the Nissan described as 'Demolished' at the point of impact. The other vehicle, a 2016 Mercedes SUV, sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any victim fault or contributing pedestrian or cyclist behaviors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 43-year-old woman was injured crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. A sedan making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian with injuries to her entire body.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old female pedestrian was crossing 135 Avenue at an intersection with the signal when she was struck by a sedan traveling west and making a left turn. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 1998 Toyota sedan. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, particularly during turning maneuvers in busy urban intersections.
2Bus Side-Impact Injures Two Queens Passengers▸A bus traveling south on Rockaway Boulevard struck another vehicle on its left side doors. Two female passengers aboard the bus suffered contusions and back and leg injuries. Driver inattention and improper lane usage caused the collision.
According to the police report, at 8:30 p.m. on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens, a 2021 bus traveling south collided on its left side doors with another vehicle's right front quarter panel. The bus had two female passengers, ages 60 and 36, who were injured with contusions to the back and lower leg areas. Both passengers remained conscious and were not ejected. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors. The other vehicle's contributing factor was listed as "Other Vehicular." The bus driver was licensed in New York. The injuries occurred despite no reported contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes in Queens traffic.
S 6808Addabbo co-sponsors bill lowering speed limits, improving first responder safety.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Addabbo votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
Sedan Driver Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan in Queens suffered a head injury and concussion after a collision caused by failure to yield right-of-way. The crash occurred on North Conduit Avenue at 8:51 a.m., leaving the driver conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash happened on North Conduit Avenue in Queens at 8:51 a.m. The driver, a 26-year-old female occupant of a 2015 Hyundai sedan, was injured with a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan was traveling north and had damage to the right front bumper and center front end. Another vehicle, a 2018 Chevrolet, was changing lanes and impacted the sedan's center back end. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield, which resulted in serious injury to the sedan driver.
Khaleel Anderson Praises Technical Assistance Boosting Small City Safety▸Small cities like Clarkston, Georgia, are landing million-dollar federal grants to fight deadly streets. With help from Bloomberg-backed advisors, they outpace larger rivals. Grants target pedestrian danger. Local leaders credit technical aid and strong stories. More small towns now chase life-saving funds.
""The Cities signing up are smaller and often less well-resourced, and they’re drawing down bigger-than-average grants as a result of the technical assistance they’re getting. We’re really proud to be converting ambitions and dreams into winning applications and real safety on the ground."" -- Khaleel Anderson
On January 22, 2024, Streetsblog NYC reported that small cities are securing major federal grants for street safety. Clarkston, Georgia, with high traffic-fatality rates, won $1 million from the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to craft a safety plan. The Local Infrastructure Hub, co-led by Bloomberg Philanthropies, provides technical help, boosting applications. Mayor Beverley Burks of Clarkston said, "You have to be willing to invest in yourself as a city... Having someone who had the skillset to be able to help write the narrative – that’s very crucial for the reviewers to understand the needs in your community." James Anderson, also quoted, highlighted how technical assistance turns ambition into real safety. Other small cities, like Globe, Arizona, and Gladewater, Texas, have also won grants for pedestrian safety. These wins show federal money can reach vulnerable road users in overlooked places.
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How Small Cities Are Winning Big Money for Street Safety,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-01-22
Queens Crash Injures Driver After Unsafe Speed Collision▸A Queens sedan driver suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a high-speed collision with an SUV. The impact struck the sedan's left side doors. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:34 on 121 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. A 22-year-old female sedan driver was injured, sustaining contusions and a hip-upper leg injury. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, along with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' by the sedan driver. The sedan was struck on its left side doors by an SUV traveling south, which hit the sedan's center front end. Both vehicles were occupied by a single licensed driver. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected but experienced shock. The collision dynamics and cited driver errors highlight systemic dangers related to speed and yielding failures in this Queens crash.
Sedan Slams Parked Box Truck in Queens▸A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on North Conduit Avenue. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on North Conduit Avenue struck a parked box truck near 114 Place in Queens. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Moped Hits SUV on Queens Street▸A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Two SUVs collided head-on on Belt Parkway. The 21-year-old male driver was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. Police cited passing too closely and driver distraction as causes. Both vehicles were heavily damaged in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:57 on Belt Parkway involving two SUVs traveling westbound. The 21-year-old male driver of a 2017 Nissan SUV was ejected from his vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report identifies 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the collision. Both vehicles were heavily damaged, with the Nissan described as 'Demolished' at the point of impact. The other vehicle, a 2016 Mercedes SUV, sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. The report does not indicate any victim fault or contributing pedestrian or cyclist behaviors.
Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 43-year-old woman was injured crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. A sedan making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian with injuries to her entire body.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old female pedestrian was crossing 135 Avenue at an intersection with the signal when she was struck by a sedan traveling west and making a left turn. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 1998 Toyota sedan. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, particularly during turning maneuvers in busy urban intersections.
2Bus Side-Impact Injures Two Queens Passengers▸A bus traveling south on Rockaway Boulevard struck another vehicle on its left side doors. Two female passengers aboard the bus suffered contusions and back and leg injuries. Driver inattention and improper lane usage caused the collision.
According to the police report, at 8:30 p.m. on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens, a 2021 bus traveling south collided on its left side doors with another vehicle's right front quarter panel. The bus had two female passengers, ages 60 and 36, who were injured with contusions to the back and lower leg areas. Both passengers remained conscious and were not ejected. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors. The other vehicle's contributing factor was listed as "Other Vehicular." The bus driver was licensed in New York. The injuries occurred despite no reported contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes in Queens traffic.
S 6808Addabbo co-sponsors bill lowering speed limits, improving first responder safety.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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S 6808Addabbo votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
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Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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Sedan Driver Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan in Queens suffered a head injury and concussion after a collision caused by failure to yield right-of-way. The crash occurred on North Conduit Avenue at 8:51 a.m., leaving the driver conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash happened on North Conduit Avenue in Queens at 8:51 a.m. The driver, a 26-year-old female occupant of a 2015 Hyundai sedan, was injured with a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan was traveling north and had damage to the right front bumper and center front end. Another vehicle, a 2018 Chevrolet, was changing lanes and impacted the sedan's center back end. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield, which resulted in serious injury to the sedan driver.
Khaleel Anderson Praises Technical Assistance Boosting Small City Safety▸Small cities like Clarkston, Georgia, are landing million-dollar federal grants to fight deadly streets. With help from Bloomberg-backed advisors, they outpace larger rivals. Grants target pedestrian danger. Local leaders credit technical aid and strong stories. More small towns now chase life-saving funds.
""The Cities signing up are smaller and often less well-resourced, and they’re drawing down bigger-than-average grants as a result of the technical assistance they’re getting. We’re really proud to be converting ambitions and dreams into winning applications and real safety on the ground."" -- Khaleel Anderson
On January 22, 2024, Streetsblog NYC reported that small cities are securing major federal grants for street safety. Clarkston, Georgia, with high traffic-fatality rates, won $1 million from the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to craft a safety plan. The Local Infrastructure Hub, co-led by Bloomberg Philanthropies, provides technical help, boosting applications. Mayor Beverley Burks of Clarkston said, "You have to be willing to invest in yourself as a city... Having someone who had the skillset to be able to help write the narrative – that’s very crucial for the reviewers to understand the needs in your community." James Anderson, also quoted, highlighted how technical assistance turns ambition into real safety. Other small cities, like Globe, Arizona, and Gladewater, Texas, have also won grants for pedestrian safety. These wins show federal money can reach vulnerable road users in overlooked places.
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How Small Cities Are Winning Big Money for Street Safety,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-01-22
Queens Crash Injures Driver After Unsafe Speed Collision▸A Queens sedan driver suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a high-speed collision with an SUV. The impact struck the sedan's left side doors. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:34 on 121 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. A 22-year-old female sedan driver was injured, sustaining contusions and a hip-upper leg injury. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, along with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' by the sedan driver. The sedan was struck on its left side doors by an SUV traveling south, which hit the sedan's center front end. Both vehicles were occupied by a single licensed driver. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected but experienced shock. The collision dynamics and cited driver errors highlight systemic dangers related to speed and yielding failures in this Queens crash.
Sedan Slams Parked Box Truck in Queens▸A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on North Conduit Avenue. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on North Conduit Avenue struck a parked box truck near 114 Place in Queens. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Moped Hits SUV on Queens Street▸A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
A 43-year-old woman was injured crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. A sedan making a left turn struck her with its left front bumper. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian with injuries to her entire body.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old female pedestrian was crossing 135 Avenue at an intersection with the signal when she was struck by a sedan traveling west and making a left turn. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was conscious after the crash. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and distraction as the primary contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 1998 Toyota sedan. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction, particularly during turning maneuvers in busy urban intersections.
2Bus Side-Impact Injures Two Queens Passengers▸A bus traveling south on Rockaway Boulevard struck another vehicle on its left side doors. Two female passengers aboard the bus suffered contusions and back and leg injuries. Driver inattention and improper lane usage caused the collision.
According to the police report, at 8:30 p.m. on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens, a 2021 bus traveling south collided on its left side doors with another vehicle's right front quarter panel. The bus had two female passengers, ages 60 and 36, who were injured with contusions to the back and lower leg areas. Both passengers remained conscious and were not ejected. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors. The other vehicle's contributing factor was listed as "Other Vehicular." The bus driver was licensed in New York. The injuries occurred despite no reported contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes in Queens traffic.
S 6808Addabbo co-sponsors bill lowering speed limits, improving first responder safety.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
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Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Addabbo votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
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Published 2024-01-30
Sedan Driver Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan in Queens suffered a head injury and concussion after a collision caused by failure to yield right-of-way. The crash occurred on North Conduit Avenue at 8:51 a.m., leaving the driver conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash happened on North Conduit Avenue in Queens at 8:51 a.m. The driver, a 26-year-old female occupant of a 2015 Hyundai sedan, was injured with a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan was traveling north and had damage to the right front bumper and center front end. Another vehicle, a 2018 Chevrolet, was changing lanes and impacted the sedan's center back end. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield, which resulted in serious injury to the sedan driver.
Khaleel Anderson Praises Technical Assistance Boosting Small City Safety▸Small cities like Clarkston, Georgia, are landing million-dollar federal grants to fight deadly streets. With help from Bloomberg-backed advisors, they outpace larger rivals. Grants target pedestrian danger. Local leaders credit technical aid and strong stories. More small towns now chase life-saving funds.
""The Cities signing up are smaller and often less well-resourced, and they’re drawing down bigger-than-average grants as a result of the technical assistance they’re getting. We’re really proud to be converting ambitions and dreams into winning applications and real safety on the ground."" -- Khaleel Anderson
On January 22, 2024, Streetsblog NYC reported that small cities are securing major federal grants for street safety. Clarkston, Georgia, with high traffic-fatality rates, won $1 million from the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to craft a safety plan. The Local Infrastructure Hub, co-led by Bloomberg Philanthropies, provides technical help, boosting applications. Mayor Beverley Burks of Clarkston said, "You have to be willing to invest in yourself as a city... Having someone who had the skillset to be able to help write the narrative – that’s very crucial for the reviewers to understand the needs in your community." James Anderson, also quoted, highlighted how technical assistance turns ambition into real safety. Other small cities, like Globe, Arizona, and Gladewater, Texas, have also won grants for pedestrian safety. These wins show federal money can reach vulnerable road users in overlooked places.
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How Small Cities Are Winning Big Money for Street Safety,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-01-22
Queens Crash Injures Driver After Unsafe Speed Collision▸A Queens sedan driver suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a high-speed collision with an SUV. The impact struck the sedan's left side doors. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:34 on 121 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. A 22-year-old female sedan driver was injured, sustaining contusions and a hip-upper leg injury. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, along with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' by the sedan driver. The sedan was struck on its left side doors by an SUV traveling south, which hit the sedan's center front end. Both vehicles were occupied by a single licensed driver. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected but experienced shock. The collision dynamics and cited driver errors highlight systemic dangers related to speed and yielding failures in this Queens crash.
Sedan Slams Parked Box Truck in Queens▸A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on North Conduit Avenue. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on North Conduit Avenue struck a parked box truck near 114 Place in Queens. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Moped Hits SUV on Queens Street▸A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
A bus traveling south on Rockaway Boulevard struck another vehicle on its left side doors. Two female passengers aboard the bus suffered contusions and back and leg injuries. Driver inattention and improper lane usage caused the collision.
According to the police report, at 8:30 p.m. on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens, a 2021 bus traveling south collided on its left side doors with another vehicle's right front quarter panel. The bus had two female passengers, ages 60 and 36, who were injured with contusions to the back and lower leg areas. Both passengers remained conscious and were not ejected. The report cites driver errors including "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors. The other vehicle's contributing factor was listed as "Other Vehicular." The bus driver was licensed in New York. The injuries occurred despite no reported contributing victim behaviors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and improper lane changes in Queens traffic.
S 6808Addabbo co-sponsors bill lowering speed limits, improving first responder safety.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
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Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Addabbo votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
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Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
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Published 2024-01-30
Sedan Driver Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan in Queens suffered a head injury and concussion after a collision caused by failure to yield right-of-way. The crash occurred on North Conduit Avenue at 8:51 a.m., leaving the driver conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash happened on North Conduit Avenue in Queens at 8:51 a.m. The driver, a 26-year-old female occupant of a 2015 Hyundai sedan, was injured with a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan was traveling north and had damage to the right front bumper and center front end. Another vehicle, a 2018 Chevrolet, was changing lanes and impacted the sedan's center back end. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield, which resulted in serious injury to the sedan driver.
Khaleel Anderson Praises Technical Assistance Boosting Small City Safety▸Small cities like Clarkston, Georgia, are landing million-dollar federal grants to fight deadly streets. With help from Bloomberg-backed advisors, they outpace larger rivals. Grants target pedestrian danger. Local leaders credit technical aid and strong stories. More small towns now chase life-saving funds.
""The Cities signing up are smaller and often less well-resourced, and they’re drawing down bigger-than-average grants as a result of the technical assistance they’re getting. We’re really proud to be converting ambitions and dreams into winning applications and real safety on the ground."" -- Khaleel Anderson
On January 22, 2024, Streetsblog NYC reported that small cities are securing major federal grants for street safety. Clarkston, Georgia, with high traffic-fatality rates, won $1 million from the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to craft a safety plan. The Local Infrastructure Hub, co-led by Bloomberg Philanthropies, provides technical help, boosting applications. Mayor Beverley Burks of Clarkston said, "You have to be willing to invest in yourself as a city... Having someone who had the skillset to be able to help write the narrative – that’s very crucial for the reviewers to understand the needs in your community." James Anderson, also quoted, highlighted how technical assistance turns ambition into real safety. Other small cities, like Globe, Arizona, and Gladewater, Texas, have also won grants for pedestrian safety. These wins show federal money can reach vulnerable road users in overlooked places.
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How Small Cities Are Winning Big Money for Street Safety,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-01-22
Queens Crash Injures Driver After Unsafe Speed Collision▸A Queens sedan driver suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a high-speed collision with an SUV. The impact struck the sedan's left side doors. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:34 on 121 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. A 22-year-old female sedan driver was injured, sustaining contusions and a hip-upper leg injury. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, along with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' by the sedan driver. The sedan was struck on its left side doors by an SUV traveling south, which hit the sedan's center front end. Both vehicles were occupied by a single licensed driver. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected but experienced shock. The collision dynamics and cited driver errors highlight systemic dangers related to speed and yielding failures in this Queens crash.
Sedan Slams Parked Box Truck in Queens▸A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on North Conduit Avenue. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on North Conduit Avenue struck a parked box truck near 114 Place in Queens. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Moped Hits SUV on Queens Street▸A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
- File S 6808, Open States, Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Addabbo votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
Sedan Driver Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan in Queens suffered a head injury and concussion after a collision caused by failure to yield right-of-way. The crash occurred on North Conduit Avenue at 8:51 a.m., leaving the driver conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash happened on North Conduit Avenue in Queens at 8:51 a.m. The driver, a 26-year-old female occupant of a 2015 Hyundai sedan, was injured with a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan was traveling north and had damage to the right front bumper and center front end. Another vehicle, a 2018 Chevrolet, was changing lanes and impacted the sedan's center back end. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield, which resulted in serious injury to the sedan driver.
Khaleel Anderson Praises Technical Assistance Boosting Small City Safety▸Small cities like Clarkston, Georgia, are landing million-dollar federal grants to fight deadly streets. With help from Bloomberg-backed advisors, they outpace larger rivals. Grants target pedestrian danger. Local leaders credit technical aid and strong stories. More small towns now chase life-saving funds.
""The Cities signing up are smaller and often less well-resourced, and they’re drawing down bigger-than-average grants as a result of the technical assistance they’re getting. We’re really proud to be converting ambitions and dreams into winning applications and real safety on the ground."" -- Khaleel Anderson
On January 22, 2024, Streetsblog NYC reported that small cities are securing major federal grants for street safety. Clarkston, Georgia, with high traffic-fatality rates, won $1 million from the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to craft a safety plan. The Local Infrastructure Hub, co-led by Bloomberg Philanthropies, provides technical help, boosting applications. Mayor Beverley Burks of Clarkston said, "You have to be willing to invest in yourself as a city... Having someone who had the skillset to be able to help write the narrative – that’s very crucial for the reviewers to understand the needs in your community." James Anderson, also quoted, highlighted how technical assistance turns ambition into real safety. Other small cities, like Globe, Arizona, and Gladewater, Texas, have also won grants for pedestrian safety. These wins show federal money can reach vulnerable road users in overlooked places.
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How Small Cities Are Winning Big Money for Street Safety,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-01-22
Queens Crash Injures Driver After Unsafe Speed Collision▸A Queens sedan driver suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a high-speed collision with an SUV. The impact struck the sedan's left side doors. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:34 on 121 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. A 22-year-old female sedan driver was injured, sustaining contusions and a hip-upper leg injury. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, along with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' by the sedan driver. The sedan was struck on its left side doors by an SUV traveling south, which hit the sedan's center front end. Both vehicles were occupied by a single licensed driver. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected but experienced shock. The collision dynamics and cited driver errors highlight systemic dangers related to speed and yielding failures in this Queens crash.
Sedan Slams Parked Box Truck in Queens▸A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on North Conduit Avenue. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on North Conduit Avenue struck a parked box truck near 114 Place in Queens. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Moped Hits SUV on Queens Street▸A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
- File S 6808, Open States, Published 2024-01-30
S 6808Sanders votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.▸Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
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File S 6808,
Open States,
Published 2024-01-30
Sedan Driver Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan in Queens suffered a head injury and concussion after a collision caused by failure to yield right-of-way. The crash occurred on North Conduit Avenue at 8:51 a.m., leaving the driver conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash happened on North Conduit Avenue in Queens at 8:51 a.m. The driver, a 26-year-old female occupant of a 2015 Hyundai sedan, was injured with a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan was traveling north and had damage to the right front bumper and center front end. Another vehicle, a 2018 Chevrolet, was changing lanes and impacted the sedan's center back end. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield, which resulted in serious injury to the sedan driver.
Khaleel Anderson Praises Technical Assistance Boosting Small City Safety▸Small cities like Clarkston, Georgia, are landing million-dollar federal grants to fight deadly streets. With help from Bloomberg-backed advisors, they outpace larger rivals. Grants target pedestrian danger. Local leaders credit technical aid and strong stories. More small towns now chase life-saving funds.
""The Cities signing up are smaller and often less well-resourced, and they’re drawing down bigger-than-average grants as a result of the technical assistance they’re getting. We’re really proud to be converting ambitions and dreams into winning applications and real safety on the ground."" -- Khaleel Anderson
On January 22, 2024, Streetsblog NYC reported that small cities are securing major federal grants for street safety. Clarkston, Georgia, with high traffic-fatality rates, won $1 million from the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to craft a safety plan. The Local Infrastructure Hub, co-led by Bloomberg Philanthropies, provides technical help, boosting applications. Mayor Beverley Burks of Clarkston said, "You have to be willing to invest in yourself as a city... Having someone who had the skillset to be able to help write the narrative – that’s very crucial for the reviewers to understand the needs in your community." James Anderson, also quoted, highlighted how technical assistance turns ambition into real safety. Other small cities, like Globe, Arizona, and Gladewater, Texas, have also won grants for pedestrian safety. These wins show federal money can reach vulnerable road users in overlooked places.
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How Small Cities Are Winning Big Money for Street Safety,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-01-22
Queens Crash Injures Driver After Unsafe Speed Collision▸A Queens sedan driver suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a high-speed collision with an SUV. The impact struck the sedan's left side doors. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:34 on 121 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. A 22-year-old female sedan driver was injured, sustaining contusions and a hip-upper leg injury. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, along with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' by the sedan driver. The sedan was struck on its left side doors by an SUV traveling south, which hit the sedan's center front end. Both vehicles were occupied by a single licensed driver. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected but experienced shock. The collision dynamics and cited driver errors highlight systemic dangers related to speed and yielding failures in this Queens crash.
Sedan Slams Parked Box Truck in Queens▸A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on North Conduit Avenue. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on North Conduit Avenue struck a parked box truck near 114 Place in Queens. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Moped Hits SUV on Queens Street▸A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.
Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.
- File S 6808, Open States, Published 2024-01-30
Sedan Driver Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan in Queens suffered a head injury and concussion after a collision caused by failure to yield right-of-way. The crash occurred on North Conduit Avenue at 8:51 a.m., leaving the driver conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash happened on North Conduit Avenue in Queens at 8:51 a.m. The driver, a 26-year-old female occupant of a 2015 Hyundai sedan, was injured with a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan was traveling north and had damage to the right front bumper and center front end. Another vehicle, a 2018 Chevrolet, was changing lanes and impacted the sedan's center back end. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield, which resulted in serious injury to the sedan driver.
Khaleel Anderson Praises Technical Assistance Boosting Small City Safety▸Small cities like Clarkston, Georgia, are landing million-dollar federal grants to fight deadly streets. With help from Bloomberg-backed advisors, they outpace larger rivals. Grants target pedestrian danger. Local leaders credit technical aid and strong stories. More small towns now chase life-saving funds.
""The Cities signing up are smaller and often less well-resourced, and they’re drawing down bigger-than-average grants as a result of the technical assistance they’re getting. We’re really proud to be converting ambitions and dreams into winning applications and real safety on the ground."" -- Khaleel Anderson
On January 22, 2024, Streetsblog NYC reported that small cities are securing major federal grants for street safety. Clarkston, Georgia, with high traffic-fatality rates, won $1 million from the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to craft a safety plan. The Local Infrastructure Hub, co-led by Bloomberg Philanthropies, provides technical help, boosting applications. Mayor Beverley Burks of Clarkston said, "You have to be willing to invest in yourself as a city... Having someone who had the skillset to be able to help write the narrative – that’s very crucial for the reviewers to understand the needs in your community." James Anderson, also quoted, highlighted how technical assistance turns ambition into real safety. Other small cities, like Globe, Arizona, and Gladewater, Texas, have also won grants for pedestrian safety. These wins show federal money can reach vulnerable road users in overlooked places.
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How Small Cities Are Winning Big Money for Street Safety,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-01-22
Queens Crash Injures Driver After Unsafe Speed Collision▸A Queens sedan driver suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a high-speed collision with an SUV. The impact struck the sedan's left side doors. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:34 on 121 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. A 22-year-old female sedan driver was injured, sustaining contusions and a hip-upper leg injury. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, along with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' by the sedan driver. The sedan was struck on its left side doors by an SUV traveling south, which hit the sedan's center front end. Both vehicles were occupied by a single licensed driver. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected but experienced shock. The collision dynamics and cited driver errors highlight systemic dangers related to speed and yielding failures in this Queens crash.
Sedan Slams Parked Box Truck in Queens▸A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on North Conduit Avenue. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on North Conduit Avenue struck a parked box truck near 114 Place in Queens. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Moped Hits SUV on Queens Street▸A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
A 26-year-old woman driving a sedan in Queens suffered a head injury and concussion after a collision caused by failure to yield right-of-way. The crash occurred on North Conduit Avenue at 8:51 a.m., leaving the driver conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash happened on North Conduit Avenue in Queens at 8:51 a.m. The driver, a 26-year-old female occupant of a 2015 Hyundai sedan, was injured with a head injury and concussion. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor to the collision. The sedan was traveling north and had damage to the right front bumper and center front end. Another vehicle, a 2018 Chevrolet, was changing lanes and impacted the sedan's center back end. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as failure to yield, which resulted in serious injury to the sedan driver.
Khaleel Anderson Praises Technical Assistance Boosting Small City Safety▸Small cities like Clarkston, Georgia, are landing million-dollar federal grants to fight deadly streets. With help from Bloomberg-backed advisors, they outpace larger rivals. Grants target pedestrian danger. Local leaders credit technical aid and strong stories. More small towns now chase life-saving funds.
""The Cities signing up are smaller and often less well-resourced, and they’re drawing down bigger-than-average grants as a result of the technical assistance they’re getting. We’re really proud to be converting ambitions and dreams into winning applications and real safety on the ground."" -- Khaleel Anderson
On January 22, 2024, Streetsblog NYC reported that small cities are securing major federal grants for street safety. Clarkston, Georgia, with high traffic-fatality rates, won $1 million from the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to craft a safety plan. The Local Infrastructure Hub, co-led by Bloomberg Philanthropies, provides technical help, boosting applications. Mayor Beverley Burks of Clarkston said, "You have to be willing to invest in yourself as a city... Having someone who had the skillset to be able to help write the narrative – that’s very crucial for the reviewers to understand the needs in your community." James Anderson, also quoted, highlighted how technical assistance turns ambition into real safety. Other small cities, like Globe, Arizona, and Gladewater, Texas, have also won grants for pedestrian safety. These wins show federal money can reach vulnerable road users in overlooked places.
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How Small Cities Are Winning Big Money for Street Safety,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-01-22
Queens Crash Injures Driver After Unsafe Speed Collision▸A Queens sedan driver suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a high-speed collision with an SUV. The impact struck the sedan's left side doors. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:34 on 121 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. A 22-year-old female sedan driver was injured, sustaining contusions and a hip-upper leg injury. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, along with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' by the sedan driver. The sedan was struck on its left side doors by an SUV traveling south, which hit the sedan's center front end. Both vehicles were occupied by a single licensed driver. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected but experienced shock. The collision dynamics and cited driver errors highlight systemic dangers related to speed and yielding failures in this Queens crash.
Sedan Slams Parked Box Truck in Queens▸A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on North Conduit Avenue. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on North Conduit Avenue struck a parked box truck near 114 Place in Queens. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Moped Hits SUV on Queens Street▸A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Small cities like Clarkston, Georgia, are landing million-dollar federal grants to fight deadly streets. With help from Bloomberg-backed advisors, they outpace larger rivals. Grants target pedestrian danger. Local leaders credit technical aid and strong stories. More small towns now chase life-saving funds.
""The Cities signing up are smaller and often less well-resourced, and they’re drawing down bigger-than-average grants as a result of the technical assistance they’re getting. We’re really proud to be converting ambitions and dreams into winning applications and real safety on the ground."" -- Khaleel Anderson
On January 22, 2024, Streetsblog NYC reported that small cities are securing major federal grants for street safety. Clarkston, Georgia, with high traffic-fatality rates, won $1 million from the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant to craft a safety plan. The Local Infrastructure Hub, co-led by Bloomberg Philanthropies, provides technical help, boosting applications. Mayor Beverley Burks of Clarkston said, "You have to be willing to invest in yourself as a city... Having someone who had the skillset to be able to help write the narrative – that’s very crucial for the reviewers to understand the needs in your community." James Anderson, also quoted, highlighted how technical assistance turns ambition into real safety. Other small cities, like Globe, Arizona, and Gladewater, Texas, have also won grants for pedestrian safety. These wins show federal money can reach vulnerable road users in overlooked places.
- How Small Cities Are Winning Big Money for Street Safety, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-01-22
Queens Crash Injures Driver After Unsafe Speed Collision▸A Queens sedan driver suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a high-speed collision with an SUV. The impact struck the sedan's left side doors. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:34 on 121 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. A 22-year-old female sedan driver was injured, sustaining contusions and a hip-upper leg injury. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, along with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' by the sedan driver. The sedan was struck on its left side doors by an SUV traveling south, which hit the sedan's center front end. Both vehicles were occupied by a single licensed driver. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected but experienced shock. The collision dynamics and cited driver errors highlight systemic dangers related to speed and yielding failures in this Queens crash.
Sedan Slams Parked Box Truck in Queens▸A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on North Conduit Avenue. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on North Conduit Avenue struck a parked box truck near 114 Place in Queens. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Moped Hits SUV on Queens Street▸A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
A Queens sedan driver suffered a hip and upper leg injury after a high-speed collision with an SUV. The impact struck the sedan's left side doors. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:34 on 121 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. A 22-year-old female sedan driver was injured, sustaining contusions and a hip-upper leg injury. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, along with 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' by the sedan driver. The sedan was struck on its left side doors by an SUV traveling south, which hit the sedan's center front end. Both vehicles were occupied by a single licensed driver. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected but experienced shock. The collision dynamics and cited driver errors highlight systemic dangers related to speed and yielding failures in this Queens crash.
Sedan Slams Parked Box Truck in Queens▸A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on North Conduit Avenue. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on North Conduit Avenue struck a parked box truck near 114 Place in Queens. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Moped Hits SUV on Queens Street▸A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
A sedan crashed into a parked box truck on North Conduit Avenue. The driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane use.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on North Conduit Avenue struck a parked box truck near 114 Place in Queens. The sedan driver, a 44-year-old man, was injured, suffering whiplash and trauma to his entire body. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The box truck was stationary at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported.
Moped Hits SUV on Queens Street▸A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
A moped struck the left side of an SUV on 133 Street in Queens. The 27-year-old moped driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider wore a helmet.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on 133 Street in Queens involving a moped and an SUV. The moped driver, a 27-year-old male, was injured with back contusions and experienced shock. The moped struck the left side doors of the SUV while traveling north, with the SUV moving west. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The moped driver was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact caused damage to the center front end of the moped and the left side doors of the SUV.
E-Scooter Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
A 54-year-old woman crossing Lefferts Boulevard with the signal was struck by an e-scooter traveling north. The impact caused back injuries and whiplash. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered shock and serious injury.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Lefferts Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The collision involved an e-scooter traveling north, which struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and whiplash, resulting in shock. The report lists driver errors as contributing factors, specifically "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The pedestrian was not at fault and was following traffic signals at the time of the crash. The e-scooter driver’s failure to yield and distraction led to the collision and the pedestrian’s injuries.
2SUVs Crash in Queens, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Two SUVs slammed together on 129 Street. A driver and passenger suffered whiplash and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard and distraction. Metal twisted. Both injured wore belts. Streets stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on 129 Street at 103 Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a 23-year-old male driver and a 40-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash and shock. Police listed driver errors: "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The impact struck the center front and left front quarter panels. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash shows the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus.
2SUV Hits Debris, Injures Two Passengers▸An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
An SUV struck debris on Rockaway Boulevard. Two passengers suffered head and face injuries. Both were conscious and restrained. The crash damaged the vehicle’s right front bumper. Defective pavement and obstruction contributed to the impact.
According to the police report, a 2007 Acura SUV traveling west on Rockaway Boulevard collided with debris on the roadway. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged. Two passengers, a 56-year-old woman and a 32-year-old man, were injured but not ejected. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The woman suffered a head contusion, and the man had facial abrasions. The report lists obstruction/debris and defective pavement as contributing factors. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The crash highlights hazards from roadway conditions rather than driver behavior.
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 112 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 112 Street. The female driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both vehicles hit hard, left side and front end damaged. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way. The driver wore a lap belt and harness.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 112 Street in Queens. The female driver, age 23, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved a left-side impact on her vehicle and front-end damage on the other sedan. Police identified "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash caused significant vehicle damage and injury to the female driver.
2Two Sedans Collide on Queens 120 Street▸Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 120 Street at 9:07 a.m. Both drivers, women aged 37 and 23, suffered injuries. The impact hit the left front bumper of one car and the right front bumper of the other. Failure to yield caused the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on 120 Street in Queens. The 37-year-old female driver of a 2021 BMW was making a right turn when she failed to yield right-of-way. The other driver, a 23-year-old woman in a 2012 Honda, was traveling straight ahead. Both drivers were injured: the older woman suffered neck pain and nausea, while the younger woman had injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Both were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused damage to the left front bumper of the BMW and the right front bumper of the Honda. The primary contributing factor was failure to yield right-of-way.
E-Bike Hits Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.
A 16-year-old boy was struck by an e-bike while crossing with the signal in Queens. The rider, distracted and inattentive, collided head-on with the pedestrian. The teen suffered bruises and hip-upper leg injuries but remained conscious at the scene.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured when an e-bike traveling south on 109 Avenue struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the e-bike rider failed to maintain proper attention. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to the hip and upper leg but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or contributing factors were noted.