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A 39-year-old woman was struck while crossing 173 Street with the signal in Queens. She suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and a concussion. The driver and vehicle details remain unspecified. No driver errors were reported.

According to the police report, a 39-year-old female pedestrian was injured on 173 Street near Linden Boulevard in Queens. She was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and suffered a concussion. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. Vehicle and driver details are unspecified. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The crash highlights the dangers pedestrians face even when crossing legally.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4639247 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-08

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.

• File A 7043, Open States, Published 2023-06-06

A sedan making a right turn struck a parked trailer on 202 Street in Queens. The female driver, 57, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front quarter panel and the trailer’s left rear bumper.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 202 Street was making a right turn when it collided with a parked light trailer. The driver, a 57-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. The sedan’s right front bumper and quarter panel were damaged, as was the trailer’s left rear bumper. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The driver was conscious and not ejected. No other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634034 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

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 2023-06-01

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 2023-05-31

Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.

• File S 6802, Open States, Published 2023-05-30

Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.

• File S 6802, Open States, Published 2023-05-30

Two SUVs traveling north on Springfield Boulevard collided. Impact struck the right rear quarter panel of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 53-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided while both were traveling straight ahead on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The impact occurred at the right rear quarter panel of a 2022 Hyundai SUV and the left front bumper of a 2008 Toyota SUV. The 53-year-old female driver of the Hyundai was injured, sustaining neck trauma but remained conscious. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4630422 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

A 40-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Nashville Boulevard outside a crosswalk. The impact hit his lower leg and foot, causing abrasions. The driver was going straight and the vehicle showed no damage. The pedestrian remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 40-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2019 Dodge SUV traveling southwest on Nashville Boulevard struck him with the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian was crossing outside a crosswalk and suffered abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The SUV was going straight ahead and showed no damage after the collision. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond the pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4630873 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.

• File S 775, Open States, Published 2023-05-16

Two sedans collided on 202 Street in Queens. A 23-year-old front passenger suffered an eye bruise. Driver distraction caused the crash. Both cars struck left front bumpers. The injured passenger was conscious.

According to the police report, two sedans collided near 116-17 202 Street in Queens. A 2015 BMW traveling south struck a parked 2023 Volkswagen and a 2012 Lexus. The crash point was the left front bumper of each vehicle. A 23-year-old female front passenger in the BMW sustained an eye contusion and was conscious. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. No other driver errors or victim actions were reported. The collision damaged the left front bumpers of the involved vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4624091 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

A BMW motorcycle slammed head-on into an SUV on Dunkirk Drive. The rider flew from the bike, legs crushed. He wore a helmet. The road was straight. Speed killed the line. The night left the rider broken.

A BMW motorcycle collided head-on with an SUV on Dunkirk Drive near Newburg Street in Queens. According to the police report, the motorcycle struck the SUV, launching the 35-year-old rider from his seat. He suffered crushed legs and was ejected, but remained conscious and wore a helmet. The SUV, carrying two men, was not reported to have injured occupants. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The road was straight, but speed proved deadly. The crash left the motorcyclist with severe injuries while the SUV occupants escaped harm.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4622943 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

Two sedans smashed on Francis Lewis Boulevard. A driver and her passenger suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Right side doors and bumpers crumpled. Failure to yield triggered the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. A 42-year-old woman driving and her 43-year-old female passenger were both injured, suffering whiplash and injuries to their entire bodies. The crash struck the right side doors and right front bumpers of the vehicles. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. Both occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. The crash left heavy damage on the right front quarter panels. Systemic danger on city streets left two more people hurt.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4619069 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

A bus struck the right front of an SUV on 120 Avenue. The SUV carried two men; one passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The bus was slowing or stopping. Driver distraction and other vehicular factors contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 2011 bus traveling east on 120 Avenue rear-ended a 2016 SUV also traveling east. The bus impacted the right rear bumper of the SUV, which was going straight ahead. The SUV had two occupants; a 30-year-old male passenger was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites driver inattention or distraction and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The bus driver was slowing or stopping before impact. The SUV driver held a permit license. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4619432 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10

Senate passes S 4647. Bill hikes penalties for endangering highway workers. It funds more enforcement. It pushes work zone safety awareness. Lawmakers move to protect workers from reckless drivers.

Senate bill S 4647, titled "Increases penalties for endangerment of a highway worker, promotes work zone safety awareness, and establishes a fund for additional work zone safety enforcement," advanced through committee on April 15, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy, with Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Pamela Helming, Mario Mattera, Robert Rolison, and James Skoufis as co-sponsors, the bill passed multiple Senate votes. The measure targets drivers who endanger highway workers, boosts safety awareness, and funds enforcement. The bill aims to curb driver recklessness in work zones, where danger is high and impact is deadly.

• File S 4647, Open States, Published 2023-03-21