Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens Village?
Left Turning, Life Ending: Queens Streets Demand Action
Queens Village: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 6, 2025
Blood on the Asphalt
A man steps into the crosswalk. A truck turns left. He is crushed. On Hillside Avenue and 212th Street, a 29-year-old pedestrian was killed by a box truck. The cause: driver inattention. The truck kept moving. The man did not. NYC Open Data
In the last twelve months, two people died on Queens Village streets. 318 were injured. Not one was marked as a serious injury, but the wounds run deep. Children, elders, workers—no one is spared. NYC Open Data
The Numbers Do Not Lie
Since 2022, Queens Village has seen five deaths and 921 injuries from 1,551 crashes. Cars and trucks did the killing. No bikes. No mopeds. Just steel and speed. NYC Open Data
A 64-year-old man died behind the wheel. A 76-year-old woman too. Both lost to unsafe speed and ignored signals. The old and the young, all at risk. NYC Open Data
Leadership: Words and Waiting
The city talks of Vision Zero. They count the dead. They promise action. But the pace is slow. The carnage is not. In Queens, the District Attorney called it “a horrific death for the victim” when a man was dragged three blocks by a fleeing driver. “The conduct displayed that evening demonstrates a complete disregard for human life,” said Queens DA Melinda Katz.
Local leaders have the power to lower speed limits. They have the power to redesign streets. They have the power to act.
The Next Step Is Yours
Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand speed cameras that never sleep. Demand streets where a child can cross and come home.
Every day of delay is another day of blood on the road. Take action now.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-03
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4529634 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-04
- Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-03
Other Representatives
District 33
97-01 Springfield Blvd., Queens Village, NY 11429
Room 424, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 27
172-12 Linden Boulevard, St. Albans, NY 11434
718-527-4356
250 Broadway, Suite 1850, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
District 14
113-43 Farmers Blvd., St. Albans, NY 11412
Room 913, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Queens Village Queens Village sits in Queens, Precinct 105, District 27, AD 33, SD 14, Queens CB13.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Village
Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute▸A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man in Ozone Park. The driver fled, then turned himself in. Police say the crash followed a heated confrontation. The victim died at Jamaica Hospital.
ABC7 reported on August 1, 2025, that a 23-year-old man died after being hit by a car at 101st Avenue and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. Police said the incident followed a domestic dispute. The driver, who was the woman's current boyfriend, told police the victim approached his car "while flashing what appeared to be a gun" and was struck as the driver tried to leave. The driver later went to the police. No charges had been filed as of publication, with the district attorney still reviewing the case. The crash highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used during conflicts.
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Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute,
ABC7,
Published 2025-08-01
Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway▸Water rose fast. Cars stranded. People climbed roofs to escape. Rescue teams pulled them out. Rain hammered Queens. The road drowned, then cleared. Danger came quick. Relief came late.
ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that flash flooding trapped drivers on the Clearview Expressway in Queens. Video showed people perched atop cars, waiting for rescue. A witness described, "10 feet deep, people sitting on top of cars, 6 or 7." Mayor Eric Adams declared a localized State of Emergency. The flooding left vehicles stranded and forced emergency response. The article highlights the risk of sudden, severe weather overwhelming city infrastructure, stranding vulnerable road users in harm’s way.
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Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-31
Motorcycles Collide Closely on Cross Island Parkway▸Two motorcycles struck on Cross Island Parkway. One rider hurt, arm scraped. Police cite passing too closely. Metal and flesh met hard. System failed to keep distance.
Two motorcycles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20-year-old rider suffered an arm abrasion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The impact left one rider injured while others escaped harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The police report points to driver error—passing too closely—as the cause. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles fail to keep safe space between them.
Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Motorcycle Rider Injured in Parkway Lane Crash▸A sedan struck a motorcycle on Cross Island Parkway. The rider was partially ejected and hurt. Police cite driver distraction and improper lane use. Impact left one with arm injuries.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway involved a sedan and a motorcycle. One motorcycle rider, age 33, was partially ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan was changing lanes when it struck the motorcycle, which was going straight. The injured rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt, underscoring the danger of driver distraction.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers▸Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.
amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.
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Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers,
amny,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Teen Cyclist at 221st Street▸SUV hit a 14-year-old cyclist at 221st Street. The boy was ejected, semiconscious, shoulder torn. Police list causes as unspecified. No injuries reported for SUV driver.
A 14-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by an SUV at 221st Street and 112th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and left semiconscious with an upper arm abrasion. The SUV, driven by a 78-year-old woman, sustained damage to its right side doors. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the SUV driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
Unsafe Lane Change Kills Rear Passenger on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. Unsafe lane change. One rear passenger killed. Three others injured. Metal and glass. Sudden violence. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' One rear passenger, a 76-year-old woman, was killed. Three others, including a 44-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arm. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. Driver error—unsafe lane change—was the sole contributing factor listed in the report. The system failed to shield passengers from deadly risk.
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens▸A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
-
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man in Ozone Park. The driver fled, then turned himself in. Police say the crash followed a heated confrontation. The victim died at Jamaica Hospital.
ABC7 reported on August 1, 2025, that a 23-year-old man died after being hit by a car at 101st Avenue and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. Police said the incident followed a domestic dispute. The driver, who was the woman's current boyfriend, told police the victim approached his car "while flashing what appeared to be a gun" and was struck as the driver tried to leave. The driver later went to the police. No charges had been filed as of publication, with the district attorney still reviewing the case. The crash highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used during conflicts.
- Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-08-01
Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway▸Water rose fast. Cars stranded. People climbed roofs to escape. Rescue teams pulled them out. Rain hammered Queens. The road drowned, then cleared. Danger came quick. Relief came late.
ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that flash flooding trapped drivers on the Clearview Expressway in Queens. Video showed people perched atop cars, waiting for rescue. A witness described, "10 feet deep, people sitting on top of cars, 6 or 7." Mayor Eric Adams declared a localized State of Emergency. The flooding left vehicles stranded and forced emergency response. The article highlights the risk of sudden, severe weather overwhelming city infrastructure, stranding vulnerable road users in harm’s way.
-
Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway,
ABC7,
Published 2025-07-31
Motorcycles Collide Closely on Cross Island Parkway▸Two motorcycles struck on Cross Island Parkway. One rider hurt, arm scraped. Police cite passing too closely. Metal and flesh met hard. System failed to keep distance.
Two motorcycles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20-year-old rider suffered an arm abrasion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The impact left one rider injured while others escaped harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The police report points to driver error—passing too closely—as the cause. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles fail to keep safe space between them.
Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Motorcycle Rider Injured in Parkway Lane Crash▸A sedan struck a motorcycle on Cross Island Parkway. The rider was partially ejected and hurt. Police cite driver distraction and improper lane use. Impact left one with arm injuries.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway involved a sedan and a motorcycle. One motorcycle rider, age 33, was partially ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan was changing lanes when it struck the motorcycle, which was going straight. The injured rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt, underscoring the danger of driver distraction.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers▸Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.
amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.
-
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers,
amny,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Teen Cyclist at 221st Street▸SUV hit a 14-year-old cyclist at 221st Street. The boy was ejected, semiconscious, shoulder torn. Police list causes as unspecified. No injuries reported for SUV driver.
A 14-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by an SUV at 221st Street and 112th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and left semiconscious with an upper arm abrasion. The SUV, driven by a 78-year-old woman, sustained damage to its right side doors. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the SUV driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
Unsafe Lane Change Kills Rear Passenger on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. Unsafe lane change. One rear passenger killed. Three others injured. Metal and glass. Sudden violence. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' One rear passenger, a 76-year-old woman, was killed. Three others, including a 44-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arm. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. Driver error—unsafe lane change—was the sole contributing factor listed in the report. The system failed to shield passengers from deadly risk.
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens▸A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
-
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Water rose fast. Cars stranded. People climbed roofs to escape. Rescue teams pulled them out. Rain hammered Queens. The road drowned, then cleared. Danger came quick. Relief came late.
ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that flash flooding trapped drivers on the Clearview Expressway in Queens. Video showed people perched atop cars, waiting for rescue. A witness described, "10 feet deep, people sitting on top of cars, 6 or 7." Mayor Eric Adams declared a localized State of Emergency. The flooding left vehicles stranded and forced emergency response. The article highlights the risk of sudden, severe weather overwhelming city infrastructure, stranding vulnerable road users in harm’s way.
- Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway, ABC7, Published 2025-07-31
Motorcycles Collide Closely on Cross Island Parkway▸Two motorcycles struck on Cross Island Parkway. One rider hurt, arm scraped. Police cite passing too closely. Metal and flesh met hard. System failed to keep distance.
Two motorcycles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20-year-old rider suffered an arm abrasion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The impact left one rider injured while others escaped harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The police report points to driver error—passing too closely—as the cause. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles fail to keep safe space between them.
Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Motorcycle Rider Injured in Parkway Lane Crash▸A sedan struck a motorcycle on Cross Island Parkway. The rider was partially ejected and hurt. Police cite driver distraction and improper lane use. Impact left one with arm injuries.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway involved a sedan and a motorcycle. One motorcycle rider, age 33, was partially ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan was changing lanes when it struck the motorcycle, which was going straight. The injured rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt, underscoring the danger of driver distraction.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers▸Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.
amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.
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Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers,
amny,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Teen Cyclist at 221st Street▸SUV hit a 14-year-old cyclist at 221st Street. The boy was ejected, semiconscious, shoulder torn. Police list causes as unspecified. No injuries reported for SUV driver.
A 14-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by an SUV at 221st Street and 112th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and left semiconscious with an upper arm abrasion. The SUV, driven by a 78-year-old woman, sustained damage to its right side doors. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the SUV driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
Unsafe Lane Change Kills Rear Passenger on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. Unsafe lane change. One rear passenger killed. Three others injured. Metal and glass. Sudden violence. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' One rear passenger, a 76-year-old woman, was killed. Three others, including a 44-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arm. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. Driver error—unsafe lane change—was the sole contributing factor listed in the report. The system failed to shield passengers from deadly risk.
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens▸A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
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BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Two motorcycles struck on Cross Island Parkway. One rider hurt, arm scraped. Police cite passing too closely. Metal and flesh met hard. System failed to keep distance.
Two motorcycles collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20-year-old rider suffered an arm abrasion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The impact left one rider injured while others escaped harm. No helmet or signal use was listed as a factor. The police report points to driver error—passing too closely—as the cause. The crash highlights the danger when vehicles fail to keep safe space between them.
Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Motorcycle Rider Injured in Parkway Lane Crash▸A sedan struck a motorcycle on Cross Island Parkway. The rider was partially ejected and hurt. Police cite driver distraction and improper lane use. Impact left one with arm injuries.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway involved a sedan and a motorcycle. One motorcycle rider, age 33, was partially ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan was changing lanes when it struck the motorcycle, which was going straight. The injured rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt, underscoring the danger of driver distraction.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers▸Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.
amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.
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Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers,
amny,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Teen Cyclist at 221st Street▸SUV hit a 14-year-old cyclist at 221st Street. The boy was ejected, semiconscious, shoulder torn. Police list causes as unspecified. No injuries reported for SUV driver.
A 14-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by an SUV at 221st Street and 112th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and left semiconscious with an upper arm abrasion. The SUV, driven by a 78-year-old woman, sustained damage to its right side doors. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the SUV driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
Unsafe Lane Change Kills Rear Passenger on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. Unsafe lane change. One rear passenger killed. Three others injured. Metal and glass. Sudden violence. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' One rear passenger, a 76-year-old woman, was killed. Three others, including a 44-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arm. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. Driver error—unsafe lane change—was the sole contributing factor listed in the report. The system failed to shield passengers from deadly risk.
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens▸A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
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BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
Motorcycle Rider Injured in Parkway Lane Crash▸A sedan struck a motorcycle on Cross Island Parkway. The rider was partially ejected and hurt. Police cite driver distraction and improper lane use. Impact left one with arm injuries.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway involved a sedan and a motorcycle. One motorcycle rider, age 33, was partially ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan was changing lanes when it struck the motorcycle, which was going straight. The injured rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt, underscoring the danger of driver distraction.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers▸Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.
amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.
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Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers,
amny,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Teen Cyclist at 221st Street▸SUV hit a 14-year-old cyclist at 221st Street. The boy was ejected, semiconscious, shoulder torn. Police list causes as unspecified. No injuries reported for SUV driver.
A 14-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by an SUV at 221st Street and 112th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and left semiconscious with an upper arm abrasion. The SUV, driven by a 78-year-old woman, sustained damage to its right side doors. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the SUV driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
Unsafe Lane Change Kills Rear Passenger on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. Unsafe lane change. One rear passenger killed. Three others injured. Metal and glass. Sudden violence. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' One rear passenger, a 76-year-old woman, was killed. Three others, including a 44-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arm. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. Driver error—unsafe lane change—was the sole contributing factor listed in the report. The system failed to shield passengers from deadly risk.
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens▸A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
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BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
A sedan struck a motorcycle on Cross Island Parkway. The rider was partially ejected and hurt. Police cite driver distraction and improper lane use. Impact left one with arm injuries.
A crash on Cross Island Parkway involved a sedan and a motorcycle. One motorcycle rider, age 33, was partially ejected and suffered a fractured arm. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The sedan was changing lanes when it struck the motorcycle, which was going straight. The injured rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt, underscoring the danger of driver distraction.
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers▸Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.
amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.
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Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers,
amny,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Teen Cyclist at 221st Street▸SUV hit a 14-year-old cyclist at 221st Street. The boy was ejected, semiconscious, shoulder torn. Police list causes as unspecified. No injuries reported for SUV driver.
A 14-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by an SUV at 221st Street and 112th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and left semiconscious with an upper arm abrasion. The SUV, driven by a 78-year-old woman, sustained damage to its right side doors. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the SUV driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
Unsafe Lane Change Kills Rear Passenger on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. Unsafe lane change. One rear passenger killed. Three others injured. Metal and glass. Sudden violence. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' One rear passenger, a 76-year-old woman, was killed. Three others, including a 44-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arm. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. Driver error—unsafe lane change—was the sole contributing factor listed in the report. The system failed to shield passengers from deadly risk.
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens▸A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
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BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
- File Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers▸Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.
amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.
-
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers,
amny,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Teen Cyclist at 221st Street▸SUV hit a 14-year-old cyclist at 221st Street. The boy was ejected, semiconscious, shoulder torn. Police list causes as unspecified. No injuries reported for SUV driver.
A 14-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by an SUV at 221st Street and 112th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and left semiconscious with an upper arm abrasion. The SUV, driven by a 78-year-old woman, sustained damage to its right side doors. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the SUV driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
Unsafe Lane Change Kills Rear Passenger on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. Unsafe lane change. One rear passenger killed. Three others injured. Metal and glass. Sudden violence. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' One rear passenger, a 76-year-old woman, was killed. Three others, including a 44-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arm. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. Driver error—unsafe lane change—was the sole contributing factor listed in the report. The system failed to shield passengers from deadly risk.
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens▸A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
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BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.
- File Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking▸Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers▸Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.
amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.
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Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers,
amny,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Teen Cyclist at 221st Street▸SUV hit a 14-year-old cyclist at 221st Street. The boy was ejected, semiconscious, shoulder torn. Police list causes as unspecified. No injuries reported for SUV driver.
A 14-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by an SUV at 221st Street and 112th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and left semiconscious with an upper arm abrasion. The SUV, driven by a 78-year-old woman, sustained damage to its right side doors. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the SUV driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
Unsafe Lane Change Kills Rear Passenger on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. Unsafe lane change. One rear passenger killed. Three others injured. Metal and glass. Sudden violence. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' One rear passenger, a 76-year-old woman, was killed. Three others, including a 44-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arm. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. Driver error—unsafe lane change—was the sole contributing factor listed in the report. The system failed to shield passengers from deadly risk.
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens▸A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
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BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.
Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.
- File Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers▸Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.
amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.
-
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers,
amny,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Teen Cyclist at 221st Street▸SUV hit a 14-year-old cyclist at 221st Street. The boy was ejected, semiconscious, shoulder torn. Police list causes as unspecified. No injuries reported for SUV driver.
A 14-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by an SUV at 221st Street and 112th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and left semiconscious with an upper arm abrasion. The SUV, driven by a 78-year-old woman, sustained damage to its right side doors. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the SUV driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
Unsafe Lane Change Kills Rear Passenger on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. Unsafe lane change. One rear passenger killed. Three others injured. Metal and glass. Sudden violence. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' One rear passenger, a 76-year-old woman, was killed. Three others, including a 44-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arm. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. Driver error—unsafe lane change—was the sole contributing factor listed in the report. The system failed to shield passengers from deadly risk.
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens▸A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
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BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
- File Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-07-14
Int 1339-2025Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill▸Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers▸Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.
amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.
-
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers,
amny,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Teen Cyclist at 221st Street▸SUV hit a 14-year-old cyclist at 221st Street. The boy was ejected, semiconscious, shoulder torn. Police list causes as unspecified. No injuries reported for SUV driver.
A 14-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by an SUV at 221st Street and 112th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and left semiconscious with an upper arm abrasion. The SUV, driven by a 78-year-old woman, sustained damage to its right side doors. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the SUV driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
Unsafe Lane Change Kills Rear Passenger on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. Unsafe lane change. One rear passenger killed. Three others injured. Metal and glass. Sudden violence. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' One rear passenger, a 76-year-old woman, was killed. Three others, including a 44-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arm. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. Driver error—unsafe lane change—was the sole contributing factor listed in the report. The system failed to shield passengers from deadly risk.
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens▸A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
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BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.
- File Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-07-14
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers▸Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.
amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.
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Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers,
amny,
Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Teen Cyclist at 221st Street▸SUV hit a 14-year-old cyclist at 221st Street. The boy was ejected, semiconscious, shoulder torn. Police list causes as unspecified. No injuries reported for SUV driver.
A 14-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by an SUV at 221st Street and 112th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and left semiconscious with an upper arm abrasion. The SUV, driven by a 78-year-old woman, sustained damage to its right side doors. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the SUV driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
Unsafe Lane Change Kills Rear Passenger on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. Unsafe lane change. One rear passenger killed. Three others injured. Metal and glass. Sudden violence. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' One rear passenger, a 76-year-old woman, was killed. Three others, including a 44-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arm. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. Driver error—unsafe lane change—was the sole contributing factor listed in the report. The system failed to shield passengers from deadly risk.
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens▸A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
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BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.
amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.
- Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers, amny, Published 2025-07-11
SUV Strikes Teen Cyclist at 221st Street▸SUV hit a 14-year-old cyclist at 221st Street. The boy was ejected, semiconscious, shoulder torn. Police list causes as unspecified. No injuries reported for SUV driver.
A 14-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by an SUV at 221st Street and 112th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and left semiconscious with an upper arm abrasion. The SUV, driven by a 78-year-old woman, sustained damage to its right side doors. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the SUV driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
Unsafe Lane Change Kills Rear Passenger on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. Unsafe lane change. One rear passenger killed. Three others injured. Metal and glass. Sudden violence. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' One rear passenger, a 76-year-old woman, was killed. Three others, including a 44-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arm. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. Driver error—unsafe lane change—was the sole contributing factor listed in the report. The system failed to shield passengers from deadly risk.
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens▸A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
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BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
SUV hit a 14-year-old cyclist at 221st Street. The boy was ejected, semiconscious, shoulder torn. Police list causes as unspecified. No injuries reported for SUV driver.
A 14-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by an SUV at 221st Street and 112th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and left semiconscious with an upper arm abrasion. The SUV, driven by a 78-year-old woman, sustained damage to its right side doors. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the SUV driver or passenger. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
Unsafe Lane Change Kills Rear Passenger on Parkway▸Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. Unsafe lane change. One rear passenger killed. Three others injured. Metal and glass. Sudden violence. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' One rear passenger, a 76-year-old woman, was killed. Three others, including a 44-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arm. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. Driver error—unsafe lane change—was the sole contributing factor listed in the report. The system failed to shield passengers from deadly risk.
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens▸A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
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BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway. Unsafe lane change. One rear passenger killed. Three others injured. Metal and glass. Sudden violence. System failed to protect the vulnerable.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Unsafe Lane Changing.' One rear passenger, a 76-year-old woman, was killed. Three others, including a 44-year-old woman and a 53-year-old man, suffered injuries to the neck, chest, and arm. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. Driver error—unsafe lane change—was the sole contributing factor listed in the report. The system failed to shield passengers from deadly risk.
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens▸A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
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BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.
- BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens, New York Post, Published 2025-07-05
Rear-End Crash Injures Woman on Hempstead Ave▸Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Two sedans collided on Hempstead Ave. One woman suffered chest abrasions. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass met hard. The system failed to keep her safe.
Two sedans crashed on Hempstead Ave near Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 31-year-old woman, riding as a passenger, was injured with chest abrasions. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' The impact struck the rear of one sedan and the front of the other. No other injuries were specified. Driver error—tailgating—was the only contributing factor listed in the report. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, underscoring the danger of close pursuit on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Two drivers collided at 220 St and 94 Ave. Both men injured. Airbags deployed. Metal bent. Pain and abrasions marked the scene. No clear cause named by police.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, crashed at 220 St and 94 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—men aged 36 and 63—were injured. One suffered back pain and nausea, the other abrasions to his arm. Both were conscious and not ejected. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes were identified in the data.
Int 0857-2024Lee votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30
Int 0857-2024Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30
3Improper Turn on Hollis Ave Injures Three▸Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Two SUVs collided on Hollis Ave. Three people, including a child, suffered shock and whiplash. Police cite improper turning. Metal crumpled. Lives jarred. Streets stay dangerous.
Two SUVs crashed at Hollis Ave and 215 St in Queens. Three people were injured: a 67-year-old woman, a 38-year-old man, and an 11-year-old boy. All suffered shock and whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The vehicles struck at the left front bumper and right side doors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors before the improper turn.
Two Sedans Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.
Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway. Both drivers injured—one with head trauma, one with arm wounds. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens. System failed. Streets unforgiving.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. A 30-year-old woman suffered head injuries and whiplash. A 25-year-old man sustained bleeding to his arm. The crash involved both vehicles' left front bumpers. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors like speeding or failure to yield were specified. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The system left two people hurt, the street scarred.