About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 9
▸ Crush Injuries 3
▸ Severe Bleeding 2
▸ Severe Lacerations 4
▸ Concussion 3
▸ Whiplash 57
▸ Contusion/Bruise 38
▸ Abrasion 30
▸ Pain/Nausea 12
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Queens Village: The Deaths Keep Coming. The Fixes Don’t.
Queens Village: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 24, 2025
Another driver. Same ending.
- A 29-year-old man crossed with the signal at 212th Street and Hillside Avenue before dawn. A box truck turned left and crushed him. Police coded driver distraction and an oversized vehicle. He died there. NYPD data lists it as CrashID 4789587.
- On the Cross Island Parkway near 112th Avenue, unsafe speed and a blown control ended a woman driver’s life. CrashID 4648067 marks it plain: “Unsafe Speed,” “Traffic Control Disregarded.”
- Southbound lanes. A 2018 Honda and a 2025 BMW hit. A 76-year-old woman in the right rear seat died. CrashID 4825309 carries her record.
“Police said the operator fled the scene after hitting the man.” The 52-year-old pedestrian near JFK never made it home. The driver ran. No arrests. That’s how the precinct logs it in the press. ABC7. Gothamist. Daily News.
Speed kills here. The dataset for this neighborhood shows “other” and speed-linked factors leading the harm, with pedestrians taking 139 injuries and one death since 2022. The clock tells on us too: injuries peak from late afternoon into the night, with heavy counts around 6 p.m., 8 p.m., and 9 p.m. NYC Open Data.
Three corners. One fix.
- The Cross Island Parkway is a knife edge. It leads the map: 3 deaths, 181 injuries. Top locations.
- 212th Street sees hurt stack up too, with serious injuries on the board. Location rollup.
The numbers point to simple work: slow cars before they turn, guard the crossings, and tame trucks at signals. Hardened turns. Daylighting. Leading pedestrian intervals. Truck turns that crawl, not cut. Night hours need light and enforcement where the injuries spike. The data also flags heavy vehicles in the harm to people on foot; a truck killed the man at Hillside and 212th. CrashID 4789587.
Officials know what works — do they?
Albany gave the city the power to lower speeds. The city has the cameras around schools. Advocates and survivors have called on leaders to use that power and drop speeds to 20 mph. They have also pushed to rein in the worst drivers. Our prior coverage lays out the ask and the evidence. Take Action.
In Albany, the Stop Super Speeders Act moved. Senators backed a bill to force repeat violators to install speed limiters. Sen. Leroy Comrie voted yes in committee. So did Sen. Toby Ann Stavisky. S4045. The case for action is not abstract; it is written in broken bodies and camera records. Families and survivors have carried that message to the Capitol. Streetsblog.
Wrong-way terror shows another crack. A Queens driver took the expressway the wrong direction and hit five cars. A judge gave him eight years. “Joseph Lee terrorized other drivers,” the Queens DA said. Lee told police he felt “liberated.” amNY. Access control and speed control are not theory here. They are the difference between a near miss and a morgue.
The toll this year
- From Jan. 1 to Aug. 24, this neighborhood logged 405 crashes, 270 injuries, and two deaths. That is a 52% jump in crashes over last year to date. Neighborhood stats.
- Pedestrians were struck most often by sedans and SUVs. Trucks did fewer hits but took a life. Mode rollups.
What must move now
- Put LPIs and hardened turns at Hillside & 212th, and along the 212th Street spine. Clear the corners. Protect the walk.
- Target the Cross Island Parkway entrances and service roads for speed control and night enforcement. The injury curve after sunset demands it.
- Route and manage trucks at left-turn hotspots. The data names them.
Citywide, two steps can cut the blood loss fast: lower the default speed limit and force speed limiters on serial violators. The tools exist. The names on our list do too. Take Action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-24
- Pedestrian Killed In JFK Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-08-13
- Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-13
- Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-13
- Wrong-way driver rams cars on expressway, amny, Published 2025-08-15
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- Pain Points: Victims of Road Violence Make Annual Pilgrimage to Demand Safe Streets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-14
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
13Int 1160-2025
Lee votes yes on pavement markings bill, boosting street safety citywide.▸Feb 13 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly gaps for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council in February 2025. The law demands the Department of Transportation install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. If DOT misses the deadline, it must notify the public and explain the delay. The bill’s matter title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Council Member Farah N. Louis led as primary sponsor, joined by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, and Ariola. The law took effect March 15, 2025. Timely markings close the deadly window when streets lack crosswalks and lanes, protecting people on foot and bike.
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File Int 1160-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-02-13
13Int 1160-2025
Williams votes yes on pavement markings bill, boosting street safety citywide.▸Feb 13 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly gaps for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council in February 2025. The law demands the Department of Transportation install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. If DOT misses the deadline, it must notify the public and explain the delay. The bill’s matter title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Council Member Farah N. Louis led as primary sponsor, joined by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, and Ariola. The law took effect March 15, 2025. Timely markings close the deadly window when streets lack crosswalks and lanes, protecting people on foot and bike.
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File Int 1160-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-02-13
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SUV Overturns After Rear-Ending Parked Vehicle▸Feb 9 - A southbound SUV collided with a parked SUV on 223 Street in Queens, overturning on impact. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 5:50 AM on 223 Street in Queens, a southbound 2024 Toyota SUV struck the center back end of a parked 2020 Toyota SUV. The impact caused the moving SUV to overturn. The driver, a 27-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites slippery pavement as a contributing factor to the crash. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. There is no indication of driver impairment or license issues. The collision and subsequent overturning highlight the dangers posed by road conditions and driver control failures in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
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Woman Killed In Queens Parkway Crash▸Feb 8 - A car struck an underpass on Belt Parkway. Metal twisted. A woman, 27, died at the hospital. A man survived. Police do not know who drove. The wreck left questions. The system failed to protect its passengers.
According to NY Daily News (published February 8, 2025), a single-car crash on Queens’ Belt Parkway killed a 27-year-old woman and injured a 30-year-old man. The white Toyota sedan hit an underpass near 225th Street around 3:50 a.m. Both occupants were found outside the wreck when police arrived. Investigators are unsure who was driving at the time of impact: 'Since both occupants were out of the car at the time of the crash, investigators haven't figured out who was driving, police said.' The woman died at Long Island Jewish Hospital-Valley Stream; the man was expected to survive. The article highlights ongoing uncertainty about driver identity and underscores the persistent risks on city highways, especially where loss of vehicle control leads to deadly outcomes. The investigation continues.
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Woman Killed In Queens Parkway Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-08
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Queens Fatal Crash▸Feb 5 - A man slammed his Mercedes into a stopped car on the Whitestone Expressway. The impact threw an MTA worker onto the pavement. The driver ran. The worker died. Police found the abandoned car. The driver had no license.
NY Daily News reported on February 5, 2025, that James Vennitti, 63, was arrested for a deadly hit-and-run on the Whitestone Expressway in Queens. On February 10, 2024, Vennitti allegedly rear-ended David Berney, 43, after Berney and another driver stopped in the middle lane following a minor collision. The crash threw Berney from his car, killing him at the scene. The other driver was injured. Vennitti, unlicensed, abandoned his Mercedes and fled on foot. Police arrested him a year later. A grand jury indicted Vennitti for leaving the scene of a fatal crash and driving without a license. The case highlights the lethal risk of unlicensed driving and the dangers of stopped vehicles on high-speed roads.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Queens Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-05
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SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Sedan Passenger▸Feb 3 - An SUV making an improper U-turn struck a sedan traveling east on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The collision injured a 21-year-old male passenger in the sedan, causing back pain and shock. The SUV’s driver error triggered the crash’s violent impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:26 on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The SUV was making an improper U-turn when it collided with the sedan traveling straight east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the sedan’s left front bumper. The sedan carried a 21-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat, who was injured with back pain and shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver’s error. No other contributing factors were noted. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight, indicating the crash was caused by the SUV’s dangerous maneuver.
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Box Truck Turns Left, Kills Pedestrian in Queens▸Jan 31 - A box truck swung left at 212th and Hillside. The driver looked too late. A 29-year-old man, crossing with the light, was crushed beneath the bumper. He died in the street before dawn. Steel met flesh. The city kept moving.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Hillside Avenue made a left turn at the corner of 212th Street and Hillside Avenue in Queens. The driver, licensed in New Jersey, was operating a 2018 FRHT-TRUCK/BUS with one occupant. The report states the driver was inattentive or distracted and failed to observe the pedestrian in time. The vehicle struck a 29-year-old man who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Oversized Vehicle' as contributing factors. The victim’s behavior—crossing with the signal—is noted only after the driver’s errors. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention and large vehicles at city intersections.
28
Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Amboy Lane▸Jan 28 - A pickup truck turned right on Amboy Lane and struck a woman crossing. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The driver was licensed. No driver errors were cited. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old woman was crossing Amboy Lane at an intersection in Queens when a southbound pickup truck made a right turn and struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was listed as level 3. The driver was licensed and the vehicle had no reported damage. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash highlights the risk pedestrians face from turning vehicles at intersections.
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Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash▸Jan 22 - A Toyota RAV4 jumped the curb on 90th Avenue, slammed into a garage, and collapsed the structure. The driver, Mamadou Barry, was trapped. First responders pulled him out, but he died at the hospital. No other injuries reported.
According to NY Daily News (2025-01-22), Mamadou Barry, 63, was driving his Toyota RAV4 along 90th Ave. in Jamaica, Queens, around 5:20 a.m. when he lost control, hopped a curb at 143rd St., and crashed into a detached garage. The impact caused the garage to collapse onto both his SUV and a parked, unoccupied Prius. Police said Barry was trapped and later died at Jamaica Hospital. The article notes, 'he lost control of the SUV, which went crashing into a detached garage in Queens, police said.' Family members stated Barry had no known medical issues. The cause of the crash remains unclear. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the dangers faced by drivers and bystanders in residential areas where structures sit close to the street.
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Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-22
16A 2299
Vanel co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
13S 1675
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
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SUVs Collide on Murdock Ave, Two Hurt▸Jan 10 - Two SUVs crashed on Murdock Ave in Queens. Both a driver and front passenger were injured. Police cite unsafe speed and ignored traffic control as causes. Impact was severe. Both victims remained conscious.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of Murdock Ave and 209 St in Queens at 12:15. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The crash left a driver and a front passenger injured. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The Dodge SUV was hit on the left side doors; the Kia SUV struck with its center front end. Both injured persons suffered whiplash and neck injuries. No one was ejected. The report highlights driver errors—speeding and ignoring traffic control—as the causes of this crash.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
30
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
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Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
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SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
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Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Feb 13 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly gaps for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council in February 2025. The law demands the Department of Transportation install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. If DOT misses the deadline, it must notify the public and explain the delay. The bill’s matter title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Council Member Farah N. Louis led as primary sponsor, joined by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, and Ariola. The law took effect March 15, 2025. Timely markings close the deadly window when streets lack crosswalks and lanes, protecting people on foot and bike.
- File Int 1160-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-02-13
13Int 1160-2025
Williams votes yes on pavement markings bill, boosting street safety citywide.▸Feb 13 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly gaps for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council in February 2025. The law demands the Department of Transportation install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. If DOT misses the deadline, it must notify the public and explain the delay. The bill’s matter title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Council Member Farah N. Louis led as primary sponsor, joined by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, and Ariola. The law took effect March 15, 2025. Timely markings close the deadly window when streets lack crosswalks and lanes, protecting people on foot and bike.
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File Int 1160-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-02-13
9
SUV Overturns After Rear-Ending Parked Vehicle▸Feb 9 - A southbound SUV collided with a parked SUV on 223 Street in Queens, overturning on impact. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 5:50 AM on 223 Street in Queens, a southbound 2024 Toyota SUV struck the center back end of a parked 2020 Toyota SUV. The impact caused the moving SUV to overturn. The driver, a 27-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites slippery pavement as a contributing factor to the crash. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. There is no indication of driver impairment or license issues. The collision and subsequent overturning highlight the dangers posed by road conditions and driver control failures in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
8
Woman Killed In Queens Parkway Crash▸Feb 8 - A car struck an underpass on Belt Parkway. Metal twisted. A woman, 27, died at the hospital. A man survived. Police do not know who drove. The wreck left questions. The system failed to protect its passengers.
According to NY Daily News (published February 8, 2025), a single-car crash on Queens’ Belt Parkway killed a 27-year-old woman and injured a 30-year-old man. The white Toyota sedan hit an underpass near 225th Street around 3:50 a.m. Both occupants were found outside the wreck when police arrived. Investigators are unsure who was driving at the time of impact: 'Since both occupants were out of the car at the time of the crash, investigators haven't figured out who was driving, police said.' The woman died at Long Island Jewish Hospital-Valley Stream; the man was expected to survive. The article highlights ongoing uncertainty about driver identity and underscores the persistent risks on city highways, especially where loss of vehicle control leads to deadly outcomes. The investigation continues.
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Woman Killed In Queens Parkway Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-08
5
Unlicensed Driver Flees Queens Fatal Crash▸Feb 5 - A man slammed his Mercedes into a stopped car on the Whitestone Expressway. The impact threw an MTA worker onto the pavement. The driver ran. The worker died. Police found the abandoned car. The driver had no license.
NY Daily News reported on February 5, 2025, that James Vennitti, 63, was arrested for a deadly hit-and-run on the Whitestone Expressway in Queens. On February 10, 2024, Vennitti allegedly rear-ended David Berney, 43, after Berney and another driver stopped in the middle lane following a minor collision. The crash threw Berney from his car, killing him at the scene. The other driver was injured. Vennitti, unlicensed, abandoned his Mercedes and fled on foot. Police arrested him a year later. A grand jury indicted Vennitti for leaving the scene of a fatal crash and driving without a license. The case highlights the lethal risk of unlicensed driving and the dangers of stopped vehicles on high-speed roads.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Queens Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-05
3
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Sedan Passenger▸Feb 3 - An SUV making an improper U-turn struck a sedan traveling east on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The collision injured a 21-year-old male passenger in the sedan, causing back pain and shock. The SUV’s driver error triggered the crash’s violent impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:26 on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The SUV was making an improper U-turn when it collided with the sedan traveling straight east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the sedan’s left front bumper. The sedan carried a 21-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat, who was injured with back pain and shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver’s error. No other contributing factors were noted. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight, indicating the crash was caused by the SUV’s dangerous maneuver.
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Box Truck Turns Left, Kills Pedestrian in Queens▸Jan 31 - A box truck swung left at 212th and Hillside. The driver looked too late. A 29-year-old man, crossing with the light, was crushed beneath the bumper. He died in the street before dawn. Steel met flesh. The city kept moving.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Hillside Avenue made a left turn at the corner of 212th Street and Hillside Avenue in Queens. The driver, licensed in New Jersey, was operating a 2018 FRHT-TRUCK/BUS with one occupant. The report states the driver was inattentive or distracted and failed to observe the pedestrian in time. The vehicle struck a 29-year-old man who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Oversized Vehicle' as contributing factors. The victim’s behavior—crossing with the signal—is noted only after the driver’s errors. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention and large vehicles at city intersections.
28
Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Amboy Lane▸Jan 28 - A pickup truck turned right on Amboy Lane and struck a woman crossing. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The driver was licensed. No driver errors were cited. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old woman was crossing Amboy Lane at an intersection in Queens when a southbound pickup truck made a right turn and struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was listed as level 3. The driver was licensed and the vehicle had no reported damage. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash highlights the risk pedestrians face from turning vehicles at intersections.
22
Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash▸Jan 22 - A Toyota RAV4 jumped the curb on 90th Avenue, slammed into a garage, and collapsed the structure. The driver, Mamadou Barry, was trapped. First responders pulled him out, but he died at the hospital. No other injuries reported.
According to NY Daily News (2025-01-22), Mamadou Barry, 63, was driving his Toyota RAV4 along 90th Ave. in Jamaica, Queens, around 5:20 a.m. when he lost control, hopped a curb at 143rd St., and crashed into a detached garage. The impact caused the garage to collapse onto both his SUV and a parked, unoccupied Prius. Police said Barry was trapped and later died at Jamaica Hospital. The article notes, 'he lost control of the SUV, which went crashing into a detached garage in Queens, police said.' Family members stated Barry had no known medical issues. The cause of the crash remains unclear. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the dangers faced by drivers and bystanders in residential areas where structures sit close to the street.
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Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-22
16A 2299
Vanel co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
13S 1675
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
10
SUVs Collide on Murdock Ave, Two Hurt▸Jan 10 - Two SUVs crashed on Murdock Ave in Queens. Both a driver and front passenger were injured. Police cite unsafe speed and ignored traffic control as causes. Impact was severe. Both victims remained conscious.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of Murdock Ave and 209 St in Queens at 12:15. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The crash left a driver and a front passenger injured. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The Dodge SUV was hit on the left side doors; the Kia SUV struck with its center front end. Both injured persons suffered whiplash and neck injuries. No one was ejected. The report highlights driver errors—speeding and ignoring traffic control—as the causes of this crash.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
30
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
23
Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
20
SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Feb 13 - Council orders DOT to repaint pavement lines within five days after resurfacing. Delays must be explained to the public. Clear markings mean fewer deadly gaps for walkers and riders.
Int 1160-2025, now enacted, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council in February 2025. The law demands the Department of Transportation install pavement markings or temporary lines within five business days after any street resurfacing. If DOT misses the deadline, it must notify the public and explain the delay. The bill’s matter title: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to installing pavement markings.' Council Member Farah N. Louis led as primary sponsor, joined by Brannan, Schulman, Banks, Farías, Carr, and Ariola. The law took effect March 15, 2025. Timely markings close the deadly window when streets lack crosswalks and lanes, protecting people on foot and bike.
- File Int 1160-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-02-13
9
SUV Overturns After Rear-Ending Parked Vehicle▸Feb 9 - A southbound SUV collided with a parked SUV on 223 Street in Queens, overturning on impact. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 5:50 AM on 223 Street in Queens, a southbound 2024 Toyota SUV struck the center back end of a parked 2020 Toyota SUV. The impact caused the moving SUV to overturn. The driver, a 27-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites slippery pavement as a contributing factor to the crash. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. There is no indication of driver impairment or license issues. The collision and subsequent overturning highlight the dangers posed by road conditions and driver control failures in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
8
Woman Killed In Queens Parkway Crash▸Feb 8 - A car struck an underpass on Belt Parkway. Metal twisted. A woman, 27, died at the hospital. A man survived. Police do not know who drove. The wreck left questions. The system failed to protect its passengers.
According to NY Daily News (published February 8, 2025), a single-car crash on Queens’ Belt Parkway killed a 27-year-old woman and injured a 30-year-old man. The white Toyota sedan hit an underpass near 225th Street around 3:50 a.m. Both occupants were found outside the wreck when police arrived. Investigators are unsure who was driving at the time of impact: 'Since both occupants were out of the car at the time of the crash, investigators haven't figured out who was driving, police said.' The woman died at Long Island Jewish Hospital-Valley Stream; the man was expected to survive. The article highlights ongoing uncertainty about driver identity and underscores the persistent risks on city highways, especially where loss of vehicle control leads to deadly outcomes. The investigation continues.
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Woman Killed In Queens Parkway Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-08
5
Unlicensed Driver Flees Queens Fatal Crash▸Feb 5 - A man slammed his Mercedes into a stopped car on the Whitestone Expressway. The impact threw an MTA worker onto the pavement. The driver ran. The worker died. Police found the abandoned car. The driver had no license.
NY Daily News reported on February 5, 2025, that James Vennitti, 63, was arrested for a deadly hit-and-run on the Whitestone Expressway in Queens. On February 10, 2024, Vennitti allegedly rear-ended David Berney, 43, after Berney and another driver stopped in the middle lane following a minor collision. The crash threw Berney from his car, killing him at the scene. The other driver was injured. Vennitti, unlicensed, abandoned his Mercedes and fled on foot. Police arrested him a year later. A grand jury indicted Vennitti for leaving the scene of a fatal crash and driving without a license. The case highlights the lethal risk of unlicensed driving and the dangers of stopped vehicles on high-speed roads.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Queens Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-05
3
SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Sedan Passenger▸Feb 3 - An SUV making an improper U-turn struck a sedan traveling east on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The collision injured a 21-year-old male passenger in the sedan, causing back pain and shock. The SUV’s driver error triggered the crash’s violent impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:26 on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The SUV was making an improper U-turn when it collided with the sedan traveling straight east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the sedan’s left front bumper. The sedan carried a 21-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat, who was injured with back pain and shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver’s error. No other contributing factors were noted. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight, indicating the crash was caused by the SUV’s dangerous maneuver.
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Box Truck Turns Left, Kills Pedestrian in Queens▸Jan 31 - A box truck swung left at 212th and Hillside. The driver looked too late. A 29-year-old man, crossing with the light, was crushed beneath the bumper. He died in the street before dawn. Steel met flesh. The city kept moving.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Hillside Avenue made a left turn at the corner of 212th Street and Hillside Avenue in Queens. The driver, licensed in New Jersey, was operating a 2018 FRHT-TRUCK/BUS with one occupant. The report states the driver was inattentive or distracted and failed to observe the pedestrian in time. The vehicle struck a 29-year-old man who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Oversized Vehicle' as contributing factors. The victim’s behavior—crossing with the signal—is noted only after the driver’s errors. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention and large vehicles at city intersections.
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Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Amboy Lane▸Jan 28 - A pickup truck turned right on Amboy Lane and struck a woman crossing. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The driver was licensed. No driver errors were cited. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old woman was crossing Amboy Lane at an intersection in Queens when a southbound pickup truck made a right turn and struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was listed as level 3. The driver was licensed and the vehicle had no reported damage. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash highlights the risk pedestrians face from turning vehicles at intersections.
22
Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash▸Jan 22 - A Toyota RAV4 jumped the curb on 90th Avenue, slammed into a garage, and collapsed the structure. The driver, Mamadou Barry, was trapped. First responders pulled him out, but he died at the hospital. No other injuries reported.
According to NY Daily News (2025-01-22), Mamadou Barry, 63, was driving his Toyota RAV4 along 90th Ave. in Jamaica, Queens, around 5:20 a.m. when he lost control, hopped a curb at 143rd St., and crashed into a detached garage. The impact caused the garage to collapse onto both his SUV and a parked, unoccupied Prius. Police said Barry was trapped and later died at Jamaica Hospital. The article notes, 'he lost control of the SUV, which went crashing into a detached garage in Queens, police said.' Family members stated Barry had no known medical issues. The cause of the crash remains unclear. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the dangers faced by drivers and bystanders in residential areas where structures sit close to the street.
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Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-22
16A 2299
Vanel co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
13S 1675
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
10
SUVs Collide on Murdock Ave, Two Hurt▸Jan 10 - Two SUVs crashed on Murdock Ave in Queens. Both a driver and front passenger were injured. Police cite unsafe speed and ignored traffic control as causes. Impact was severe. Both victims remained conscious.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of Murdock Ave and 209 St in Queens at 12:15. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The crash left a driver and a front passenger injured. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The Dodge SUV was hit on the left side doors; the Kia SUV struck with its center front end. Both injured persons suffered whiplash and neck injuries. No one was ejected. The report highlights driver errors—speeding and ignoring traffic control—as the causes of this crash.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
30
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
29
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
23
Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
20
SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Feb 9 - A southbound SUV collided with a parked SUV on 223 Street in Queens, overturning on impact. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 5:50 AM on 223 Street in Queens, a southbound 2024 Toyota SUV struck the center back end of a parked 2020 Toyota SUV. The impact caused the moving SUV to overturn. The driver, a 27-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites slippery pavement as a contributing factor to the crash. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. There is no indication of driver impairment or license issues. The collision and subsequent overturning highlight the dangers posed by road conditions and driver control failures in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.
8
Woman Killed In Queens Parkway Crash▸Feb 8 - A car struck an underpass on Belt Parkway. Metal twisted. A woman, 27, died at the hospital. A man survived. Police do not know who drove. The wreck left questions. The system failed to protect its passengers.
According to NY Daily News (published February 8, 2025), a single-car crash on Queens’ Belt Parkway killed a 27-year-old woman and injured a 30-year-old man. The white Toyota sedan hit an underpass near 225th Street around 3:50 a.m. Both occupants were found outside the wreck when police arrived. Investigators are unsure who was driving at the time of impact: 'Since both occupants were out of the car at the time of the crash, investigators haven't figured out who was driving, police said.' The woman died at Long Island Jewish Hospital-Valley Stream; the man was expected to survive. The article highlights ongoing uncertainty about driver identity and underscores the persistent risks on city highways, especially where loss of vehicle control leads to deadly outcomes. The investigation continues.
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Woman Killed In Queens Parkway Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-08
5
Unlicensed Driver Flees Queens Fatal Crash▸Feb 5 - A man slammed his Mercedes into a stopped car on the Whitestone Expressway. The impact threw an MTA worker onto the pavement. The driver ran. The worker died. Police found the abandoned car. The driver had no license.
NY Daily News reported on February 5, 2025, that James Vennitti, 63, was arrested for a deadly hit-and-run on the Whitestone Expressway in Queens. On February 10, 2024, Vennitti allegedly rear-ended David Berney, 43, after Berney and another driver stopped in the middle lane following a minor collision. The crash threw Berney from his car, killing him at the scene. The other driver was injured. Vennitti, unlicensed, abandoned his Mercedes and fled on foot. Police arrested him a year later. A grand jury indicted Vennitti for leaving the scene of a fatal crash and driving without a license. The case highlights the lethal risk of unlicensed driving and the dangers of stopped vehicles on high-speed roads.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Queens Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-05
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SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Sedan Passenger▸Feb 3 - An SUV making an improper U-turn struck a sedan traveling east on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The collision injured a 21-year-old male passenger in the sedan, causing back pain and shock. The SUV’s driver error triggered the crash’s violent impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:26 on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The SUV was making an improper U-turn when it collided with the sedan traveling straight east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the sedan’s left front bumper. The sedan carried a 21-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat, who was injured with back pain and shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver’s error. No other contributing factors were noted. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight, indicating the crash was caused by the SUV’s dangerous maneuver.
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Box Truck Turns Left, Kills Pedestrian in Queens▸Jan 31 - A box truck swung left at 212th and Hillside. The driver looked too late. A 29-year-old man, crossing with the light, was crushed beneath the bumper. He died in the street before dawn. Steel met flesh. The city kept moving.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Hillside Avenue made a left turn at the corner of 212th Street and Hillside Avenue in Queens. The driver, licensed in New Jersey, was operating a 2018 FRHT-TRUCK/BUS with one occupant. The report states the driver was inattentive or distracted and failed to observe the pedestrian in time. The vehicle struck a 29-year-old man who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Oversized Vehicle' as contributing factors. The victim’s behavior—crossing with the signal—is noted only after the driver’s errors. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention and large vehicles at city intersections.
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Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Amboy Lane▸Jan 28 - A pickup truck turned right on Amboy Lane and struck a woman crossing. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The driver was licensed. No driver errors were cited. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old woman was crossing Amboy Lane at an intersection in Queens when a southbound pickup truck made a right turn and struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was listed as level 3. The driver was licensed and the vehicle had no reported damage. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash highlights the risk pedestrians face from turning vehicles at intersections.
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Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash▸Jan 22 - A Toyota RAV4 jumped the curb on 90th Avenue, slammed into a garage, and collapsed the structure. The driver, Mamadou Barry, was trapped. First responders pulled him out, but he died at the hospital. No other injuries reported.
According to NY Daily News (2025-01-22), Mamadou Barry, 63, was driving his Toyota RAV4 along 90th Ave. in Jamaica, Queens, around 5:20 a.m. when he lost control, hopped a curb at 143rd St., and crashed into a detached garage. The impact caused the garage to collapse onto both his SUV and a parked, unoccupied Prius. Police said Barry was trapped and later died at Jamaica Hospital. The article notes, 'he lost control of the SUV, which went crashing into a detached garage in Queens, police said.' Family members stated Barry had no known medical issues. The cause of the crash remains unclear. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the dangers faced by drivers and bystanders in residential areas where structures sit close to the street.
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Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-22
16A 2299
Vanel co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
13S 1675
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
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SUVs Collide on Murdock Ave, Two Hurt▸Jan 10 - Two SUVs crashed on Murdock Ave in Queens. Both a driver and front passenger were injured. Police cite unsafe speed and ignored traffic control as causes. Impact was severe. Both victims remained conscious.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of Murdock Ave and 209 St in Queens at 12:15. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The crash left a driver and a front passenger injured. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The Dodge SUV was hit on the left side doors; the Kia SUV struck with its center front end. Both injured persons suffered whiplash and neck injuries. No one was ejected. The report highlights driver errors—speeding and ignoring traffic control—as the causes of this crash.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
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Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
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Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
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SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
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Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Feb 8 - A car struck an underpass on Belt Parkway. Metal twisted. A woman, 27, died at the hospital. A man survived. Police do not know who drove. The wreck left questions. The system failed to protect its passengers.
According to NY Daily News (published February 8, 2025), a single-car crash on Queens’ Belt Parkway killed a 27-year-old woman and injured a 30-year-old man. The white Toyota sedan hit an underpass near 225th Street around 3:50 a.m. Both occupants were found outside the wreck when police arrived. Investigators are unsure who was driving at the time of impact: 'Since both occupants were out of the car at the time of the crash, investigators haven't figured out who was driving, police said.' The woman died at Long Island Jewish Hospital-Valley Stream; the man was expected to survive. The article highlights ongoing uncertainty about driver identity and underscores the persistent risks on city highways, especially where loss of vehicle control leads to deadly outcomes. The investigation continues.
- Woman Killed In Queens Parkway Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-02-08
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Queens Fatal Crash▸Feb 5 - A man slammed his Mercedes into a stopped car on the Whitestone Expressway. The impact threw an MTA worker onto the pavement. The driver ran. The worker died. Police found the abandoned car. The driver had no license.
NY Daily News reported on February 5, 2025, that James Vennitti, 63, was arrested for a deadly hit-and-run on the Whitestone Expressway in Queens. On February 10, 2024, Vennitti allegedly rear-ended David Berney, 43, after Berney and another driver stopped in the middle lane following a minor collision. The crash threw Berney from his car, killing him at the scene. The other driver was injured. Vennitti, unlicensed, abandoned his Mercedes and fled on foot. Police arrested him a year later. A grand jury indicted Vennitti for leaving the scene of a fatal crash and driving without a license. The case highlights the lethal risk of unlicensed driving and the dangers of stopped vehicles on high-speed roads.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Queens Fatal Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-02-05
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SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Sedan Passenger▸Feb 3 - An SUV making an improper U-turn struck a sedan traveling east on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The collision injured a 21-year-old male passenger in the sedan, causing back pain and shock. The SUV’s driver error triggered the crash’s violent impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:26 on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The SUV was making an improper U-turn when it collided with the sedan traveling straight east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the sedan’s left front bumper. The sedan carried a 21-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat, who was injured with back pain and shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver’s error. No other contributing factors were noted. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight, indicating the crash was caused by the SUV’s dangerous maneuver.
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Box Truck Turns Left, Kills Pedestrian in Queens▸Jan 31 - A box truck swung left at 212th and Hillside. The driver looked too late. A 29-year-old man, crossing with the light, was crushed beneath the bumper. He died in the street before dawn. Steel met flesh. The city kept moving.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Hillside Avenue made a left turn at the corner of 212th Street and Hillside Avenue in Queens. The driver, licensed in New Jersey, was operating a 2018 FRHT-TRUCK/BUS with one occupant. The report states the driver was inattentive or distracted and failed to observe the pedestrian in time. The vehicle struck a 29-year-old man who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Oversized Vehicle' as contributing factors. The victim’s behavior—crossing with the signal—is noted only after the driver’s errors. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention and large vehicles at city intersections.
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Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Amboy Lane▸Jan 28 - A pickup truck turned right on Amboy Lane and struck a woman crossing. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The driver was licensed. No driver errors were cited. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old woman was crossing Amboy Lane at an intersection in Queens when a southbound pickup truck made a right turn and struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was listed as level 3. The driver was licensed and the vehicle had no reported damage. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash highlights the risk pedestrians face from turning vehicles at intersections.
22
Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash▸Jan 22 - A Toyota RAV4 jumped the curb on 90th Avenue, slammed into a garage, and collapsed the structure. The driver, Mamadou Barry, was trapped. First responders pulled him out, but he died at the hospital. No other injuries reported.
According to NY Daily News (2025-01-22), Mamadou Barry, 63, was driving his Toyota RAV4 along 90th Ave. in Jamaica, Queens, around 5:20 a.m. when he lost control, hopped a curb at 143rd St., and crashed into a detached garage. The impact caused the garage to collapse onto both his SUV and a parked, unoccupied Prius. Police said Barry was trapped and later died at Jamaica Hospital. The article notes, 'he lost control of the SUV, which went crashing into a detached garage in Queens, police said.' Family members stated Barry had no known medical issues. The cause of the crash remains unclear. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the dangers faced by drivers and bystanders in residential areas where structures sit close to the street.
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Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-22
16A 2299
Vanel co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
13S 1675
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
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SUVs Collide on Murdock Ave, Two Hurt▸Jan 10 - Two SUVs crashed on Murdock Ave in Queens. Both a driver and front passenger were injured. Police cite unsafe speed and ignored traffic control as causes. Impact was severe. Both victims remained conscious.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of Murdock Ave and 209 St in Queens at 12:15. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The crash left a driver and a front passenger injured. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The Dodge SUV was hit on the left side doors; the Kia SUV struck with its center front end. Both injured persons suffered whiplash and neck injuries. No one was ejected. The report highlights driver errors—speeding and ignoring traffic control—as the causes of this crash.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
30
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
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Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
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SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
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Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Feb 5 - A man slammed his Mercedes into a stopped car on the Whitestone Expressway. The impact threw an MTA worker onto the pavement. The driver ran. The worker died. Police found the abandoned car. The driver had no license.
NY Daily News reported on February 5, 2025, that James Vennitti, 63, was arrested for a deadly hit-and-run on the Whitestone Expressway in Queens. On February 10, 2024, Vennitti allegedly rear-ended David Berney, 43, after Berney and another driver stopped in the middle lane following a minor collision. The crash threw Berney from his car, killing him at the scene. The other driver was injured. Vennitti, unlicensed, abandoned his Mercedes and fled on foot. Police arrested him a year later. A grand jury indicted Vennitti for leaving the scene of a fatal crash and driving without a license. The case highlights the lethal risk of unlicensed driving and the dangers of stopped vehicles on high-speed roads.
- Unlicensed Driver Flees Queens Fatal Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-02-05
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SUV Turns Improperly, Hits Sedan Passenger▸Feb 3 - An SUV making an improper U-turn struck a sedan traveling east on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The collision injured a 21-year-old male passenger in the sedan, causing back pain and shock. The SUV’s driver error triggered the crash’s violent impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:26 on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The SUV was making an improper U-turn when it collided with the sedan traveling straight east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the sedan’s left front bumper. The sedan carried a 21-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat, who was injured with back pain and shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver’s error. No other contributing factors were noted. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight, indicating the crash was caused by the SUV’s dangerous maneuver.
31
Box Truck Turns Left, Kills Pedestrian in Queens▸Jan 31 - A box truck swung left at 212th and Hillside. The driver looked too late. A 29-year-old man, crossing with the light, was crushed beneath the bumper. He died in the street before dawn. Steel met flesh. The city kept moving.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Hillside Avenue made a left turn at the corner of 212th Street and Hillside Avenue in Queens. The driver, licensed in New Jersey, was operating a 2018 FRHT-TRUCK/BUS with one occupant. The report states the driver was inattentive or distracted and failed to observe the pedestrian in time. The vehicle struck a 29-year-old man who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Oversized Vehicle' as contributing factors. The victim’s behavior—crossing with the signal—is noted only after the driver’s errors. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention and large vehicles at city intersections.
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Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Amboy Lane▸Jan 28 - A pickup truck turned right on Amboy Lane and struck a woman crossing. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The driver was licensed. No driver errors were cited. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old woman was crossing Amboy Lane at an intersection in Queens when a southbound pickup truck made a right turn and struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was listed as level 3. The driver was licensed and the vehicle had no reported damage. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash highlights the risk pedestrians face from turning vehicles at intersections.
22
Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash▸Jan 22 - A Toyota RAV4 jumped the curb on 90th Avenue, slammed into a garage, and collapsed the structure. The driver, Mamadou Barry, was trapped. First responders pulled him out, but he died at the hospital. No other injuries reported.
According to NY Daily News (2025-01-22), Mamadou Barry, 63, was driving his Toyota RAV4 along 90th Ave. in Jamaica, Queens, around 5:20 a.m. when he lost control, hopped a curb at 143rd St., and crashed into a detached garage. The impact caused the garage to collapse onto both his SUV and a parked, unoccupied Prius. Police said Barry was trapped and later died at Jamaica Hospital. The article notes, 'he lost control of the SUV, which went crashing into a detached garage in Queens, police said.' Family members stated Barry had no known medical issues. The cause of the crash remains unclear. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the dangers faced by drivers and bystanders in residential areas where structures sit close to the street.
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Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-22
16A 2299
Vanel co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
13S 1675
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
10
SUVs Collide on Murdock Ave, Two Hurt▸Jan 10 - Two SUVs crashed on Murdock Ave in Queens. Both a driver and front passenger were injured. Police cite unsafe speed and ignored traffic control as causes. Impact was severe. Both victims remained conscious.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of Murdock Ave and 209 St in Queens at 12:15. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The crash left a driver and a front passenger injured. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The Dodge SUV was hit on the left side doors; the Kia SUV struck with its center front end. Both injured persons suffered whiplash and neck injuries. No one was ejected. The report highlights driver errors—speeding and ignoring traffic control—as the causes of this crash.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
30
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
29
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
23
Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
20
SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Feb 3 - An SUV making an improper U-turn struck a sedan traveling east on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The collision injured a 21-year-old male passenger in the sedan, causing back pain and shock. The SUV’s driver error triggered the crash’s violent impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:26 on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The SUV was making an improper U-turn when it collided with the sedan traveling straight east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the sedan’s left front bumper. The sedan carried a 21-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat, who was injured with back pain and shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver’s error. No other contributing factors were noted. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight, indicating the crash was caused by the SUV’s dangerous maneuver.
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Box Truck Turns Left, Kills Pedestrian in Queens▸Jan 31 - A box truck swung left at 212th and Hillside. The driver looked too late. A 29-year-old man, crossing with the light, was crushed beneath the bumper. He died in the street before dawn. Steel met flesh. The city kept moving.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Hillside Avenue made a left turn at the corner of 212th Street and Hillside Avenue in Queens. The driver, licensed in New Jersey, was operating a 2018 FRHT-TRUCK/BUS with one occupant. The report states the driver was inattentive or distracted and failed to observe the pedestrian in time. The vehicle struck a 29-year-old man who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Oversized Vehicle' as contributing factors. The victim’s behavior—crossing with the signal—is noted only after the driver’s errors. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention and large vehicles at city intersections.
28
Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Amboy Lane▸Jan 28 - A pickup truck turned right on Amboy Lane and struck a woman crossing. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The driver was licensed. No driver errors were cited. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old woman was crossing Amboy Lane at an intersection in Queens when a southbound pickup truck made a right turn and struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was listed as level 3. The driver was licensed and the vehicle had no reported damage. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash highlights the risk pedestrians face from turning vehicles at intersections.
22
Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash▸Jan 22 - A Toyota RAV4 jumped the curb on 90th Avenue, slammed into a garage, and collapsed the structure. The driver, Mamadou Barry, was trapped. First responders pulled him out, but he died at the hospital. No other injuries reported.
According to NY Daily News (2025-01-22), Mamadou Barry, 63, was driving his Toyota RAV4 along 90th Ave. in Jamaica, Queens, around 5:20 a.m. when he lost control, hopped a curb at 143rd St., and crashed into a detached garage. The impact caused the garage to collapse onto both his SUV and a parked, unoccupied Prius. Police said Barry was trapped and later died at Jamaica Hospital. The article notes, 'he lost control of the SUV, which went crashing into a detached garage in Queens, police said.' Family members stated Barry had no known medical issues. The cause of the crash remains unclear. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the dangers faced by drivers and bystanders in residential areas where structures sit close to the street.
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Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-22
16A 2299
Vanel co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
13S 1675
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
10
SUVs Collide on Murdock Ave, Two Hurt▸Jan 10 - Two SUVs crashed on Murdock Ave in Queens. Both a driver and front passenger were injured. Police cite unsafe speed and ignored traffic control as causes. Impact was severe. Both victims remained conscious.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of Murdock Ave and 209 St in Queens at 12:15. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The crash left a driver and a front passenger injured. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The Dodge SUV was hit on the left side doors; the Kia SUV struck with its center front end. Both injured persons suffered whiplash and neck injuries. No one was ejected. The report highlights driver errors—speeding and ignoring traffic control—as the causes of this crash.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
30
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
29
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
23
Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
20
SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Jan 31 - A box truck swung left at 212th and Hillside. The driver looked too late. A 29-year-old man, crossing with the light, was crushed beneath the bumper. He died in the street before dawn. Steel met flesh. The city kept moving.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Hillside Avenue made a left turn at the corner of 212th Street and Hillside Avenue in Queens. The driver, licensed in New Jersey, was operating a 2018 FRHT-TRUCK/BUS with one occupant. The report states the driver was inattentive or distracted and failed to observe the pedestrian in time. The vehicle struck a 29-year-old man who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Oversized Vehicle' as contributing factors. The victim’s behavior—crossing with the signal—is noted only after the driver’s errors. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention and large vehicles at city intersections.
28
Pickup Truck Strikes Pedestrian at Amboy Lane▸Jan 28 - A pickup truck turned right on Amboy Lane and struck a woman crossing. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The driver was licensed. No driver errors were cited. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old woman was crossing Amboy Lane at an intersection in Queens when a southbound pickup truck made a right turn and struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was listed as level 3. The driver was licensed and the vehicle had no reported damage. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash highlights the risk pedestrians face from turning vehicles at intersections.
22
Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash▸Jan 22 - A Toyota RAV4 jumped the curb on 90th Avenue, slammed into a garage, and collapsed the structure. The driver, Mamadou Barry, was trapped. First responders pulled him out, but he died at the hospital. No other injuries reported.
According to NY Daily News (2025-01-22), Mamadou Barry, 63, was driving his Toyota RAV4 along 90th Ave. in Jamaica, Queens, around 5:20 a.m. when he lost control, hopped a curb at 143rd St., and crashed into a detached garage. The impact caused the garage to collapse onto both his SUV and a parked, unoccupied Prius. Police said Barry was trapped and later died at Jamaica Hospital. The article notes, 'he lost control of the SUV, which went crashing into a detached garage in Queens, police said.' Family members stated Barry had no known medical issues. The cause of the crash remains unclear. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the dangers faced by drivers and bystanders in residential areas where structures sit close to the street.
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Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-22
16A 2299
Vanel co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
13S 1675
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
10
SUVs Collide on Murdock Ave, Two Hurt▸Jan 10 - Two SUVs crashed on Murdock Ave in Queens. Both a driver and front passenger were injured. Police cite unsafe speed and ignored traffic control as causes. Impact was severe. Both victims remained conscious.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of Murdock Ave and 209 St in Queens at 12:15. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The crash left a driver and a front passenger injured. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The Dodge SUV was hit on the left side doors; the Kia SUV struck with its center front end. Both injured persons suffered whiplash and neck injuries. No one was ejected. The report highlights driver errors—speeding and ignoring traffic control—as the causes of this crash.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
30
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
29
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
23
Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
20
SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Jan 28 - A pickup truck turned right on Amboy Lane and struck a woman crossing. She suffered bruises and leg injuries. The driver was licensed. No driver errors were cited. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old woman was crossing Amboy Lane at an intersection in Queens when a southbound pickup truck made a right turn and struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. Injury severity was listed as level 3. The driver was licensed and the vehicle had no reported damage. The police report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash highlights the risk pedestrians face from turning vehicles at intersections.
22
Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash▸Jan 22 - A Toyota RAV4 jumped the curb on 90th Avenue, slammed into a garage, and collapsed the structure. The driver, Mamadou Barry, was trapped. First responders pulled him out, but he died at the hospital. No other injuries reported.
According to NY Daily News (2025-01-22), Mamadou Barry, 63, was driving his Toyota RAV4 along 90th Ave. in Jamaica, Queens, around 5:20 a.m. when he lost control, hopped a curb at 143rd St., and crashed into a detached garage. The impact caused the garage to collapse onto both his SUV and a parked, unoccupied Prius. Police said Barry was trapped and later died at Jamaica Hospital. The article notes, 'he lost control of the SUV, which went crashing into a detached garage in Queens, police said.' Family members stated Barry had no known medical issues. The cause of the crash remains unclear. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the dangers faced by drivers and bystanders in residential areas where structures sit close to the street.
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Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-01-22
16A 2299
Vanel co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
13S 1675
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
10
SUVs Collide on Murdock Ave, Two Hurt▸Jan 10 - Two SUVs crashed on Murdock Ave in Queens. Both a driver and front passenger were injured. Police cite unsafe speed and ignored traffic control as causes. Impact was severe. Both victims remained conscious.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of Murdock Ave and 209 St in Queens at 12:15. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The crash left a driver and a front passenger injured. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The Dodge SUV was hit on the left side doors; the Kia SUV struck with its center front end. Both injured persons suffered whiplash and neck injuries. No one was ejected. The report highlights driver errors—speeding and ignoring traffic control—as the causes of this crash.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
30
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
29
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
23
Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
20
SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Jan 22 - A Toyota RAV4 jumped the curb on 90th Avenue, slammed into a garage, and collapsed the structure. The driver, Mamadou Barry, was trapped. First responders pulled him out, but he died at the hospital. No other injuries reported.
According to NY Daily News (2025-01-22), Mamadou Barry, 63, was driving his Toyota RAV4 along 90th Ave. in Jamaica, Queens, around 5:20 a.m. when he lost control, hopped a curb at 143rd St., and crashed into a detached garage. The impact caused the garage to collapse onto both his SUV and a parked, unoccupied Prius. Police said Barry was trapped and later died at Jamaica Hospital. The article notes, 'he lost control of the SUV, which went crashing into a detached garage in Queens, police said.' Family members stated Barry had no known medical issues. The cause of the crash remains unclear. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the dangers faced by drivers and bystanders in residential areas where structures sit close to the street.
- Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-01-22
16A 2299
Vanel co-sponsors bill to boost street safety with speed limiters.▸Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File A 2299,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-16
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
13S 1675
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
-
File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
10
SUVs Collide on Murdock Ave, Two Hurt▸Jan 10 - Two SUVs crashed on Murdock Ave in Queens. Both a driver and front passenger were injured. Police cite unsafe speed and ignored traffic control as causes. Impact was severe. Both victims remained conscious.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of Murdock Ave and 209 St in Queens at 12:15. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The crash left a driver and a front passenger injured. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The Dodge SUV was hit on the left side doors; the Kia SUV struck with its center front end. Both injured persons suffered whiplash and neck injuries. No one was ejected. The report highlights driver errors—speeding and ignoring traffic control—as the causes of this crash.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
30
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
29
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
23
Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
20
SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Jan 16 - Assembly bill A 2299 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets in a year triggers forced speed control tech. Lawmakers move to curb repeat speeders. Streets demand fewer deadly risks.
Assembly bill A 2299, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Assembly. Introduced January 16, 2025, the bill 'requires the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices if a driver accumulates eleven or more points on their driving record during a 24 month period, or receives 6 speed camera or red light camera tickets during a twelve month period.' Primary sponsor Emily Gallagher leads a bloc of co-sponsors, including Rebecca Seawright, Andrew Hevesi, and others. The measure aims to clamp down on repeat speeders with mandatory speed-limiting tech. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File A 2299, Open States, Published 2025-01-16
13S 1675
Comrie co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
13S 1675
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
-
File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
10
SUVs Collide on Murdock Ave, Two Hurt▸Jan 10 - Two SUVs crashed on Murdock Ave in Queens. Both a driver and front passenger were injured. Police cite unsafe speed and ignored traffic control as causes. Impact was severe. Both victims remained conscious.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of Murdock Ave and 209 St in Queens at 12:15. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The crash left a driver and a front passenger injured. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The Dodge SUV was hit on the left side doors; the Kia SUV struck with its center front end. Both injured persons suffered whiplash and neck injuries. No one was ejected. The report highlights driver errors—speeding and ignoring traffic control—as the causes of this crash.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
30
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
29
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
23
Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
20
SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
- File S 1675, Open States, Published 2025-01-13
13S 1675
Stavisky co-sponsors bill to create vehicle pedestrian safety rating system.▸Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
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File S 1675,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-13
10
SUVs Collide on Murdock Ave, Two Hurt▸Jan 10 - Two SUVs crashed on Murdock Ave in Queens. Both a driver and front passenger were injured. Police cite unsafe speed and ignored traffic control as causes. Impact was severe. Both victims remained conscious.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of Murdock Ave and 209 St in Queens at 12:15. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The crash left a driver and a front passenger injured. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The Dodge SUV was hit on the left side doors; the Kia SUV struck with its center front end. Both injured persons suffered whiplash and neck injuries. No one was ejected. The report highlights driver errors—speeding and ignoring traffic control—as the causes of this crash.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
30
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
29
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
23
Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
20
SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Jan 13 - Senate bill S 1675 would force carmakers to face the facts. Every vehicle gets a pedestrian safety score. The public sees it. No more hiding danger behind steel and glass.
Senate bill S 1675, now at the sponsorship stage, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed January 13, 2025, it aims to 'create a pedestrian safety rating system for motor vehicles which shall be posted on the department of motor vehicles' website.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Leroy Comrie, Michael Gianaris, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, Zellnor Myrie, Gustavo Rivera, Julia Salazar, Luis R. Sepúlveda, and Toby Ann Stavisky. The bill demands transparency. It would show the public which cars endanger walkers and which spare them. No safety analyst has yet weighed in, but the intent is clear: expose the risk, protect the vulnerable.
- File S 1675, Open States, Published 2025-01-13
10
SUVs Collide on Murdock Ave, Two Hurt▸Jan 10 - Two SUVs crashed on Murdock Ave in Queens. Both a driver and front passenger were injured. Police cite unsafe speed and ignored traffic control as causes. Impact was severe. Both victims remained conscious.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of Murdock Ave and 209 St in Queens at 12:15. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The crash left a driver and a front passenger injured. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The Dodge SUV was hit on the left side doors; the Kia SUV struck with its center front end. Both injured persons suffered whiplash and neck injuries. No one was ejected. The report highlights driver errors—speeding and ignoring traffic control—as the causes of this crash.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
30
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
29
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
23
Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
20
SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Jan 10 - Two SUVs crashed on Murdock Ave in Queens. Both a driver and front passenger were injured. Police cite unsafe speed and ignored traffic control as causes. Impact was severe. Both victims remained conscious.
According to the police report, two SUVs collided at the intersection of Murdock Ave and 209 St in Queens at 12:15. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The crash left a driver and a front passenger injured. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The Dodge SUV was hit on the left side doors; the Kia SUV struck with its center front end. Both injured persons suffered whiplash and neck injuries. No one was ejected. The report highlights driver errors—speeding and ignoring traffic control—as the causes of this crash.
8S 131
Comrie co-sponsors bill to consider, not require, complete street design.▸Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 131,
Open States,
Published 2025-01-08
30
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
29
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
23
Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
20
SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Jan 8 - Senate bill S 131 demands complete street design for state-funded projects. Sponsors push for safer roads. Guidance will go public. Streets could change. Pedestrians and cyclists stand to gain.
Senate bill S 131 was introduced on January 8, 2025, now in the sponsorship stage. The bill, titled 'Requires the consideration of complete street design for certain transportation projects which receive federal or state funding,' aims to force safer street planning. Primary sponsor Sean Ryan leads, joined by co-sponsors Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, Samra Brouk, Cordell Cleare, Leroy Comrie, Jeremy Cooney, Nathalia Fernandez, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Robert Jackson, Rachel May, Kevin S. Parker, Christopher Ryan, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill also orders the department to publish guidance on street design. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 131, Open States, Published 2025-01-08
30
Driver Loses Consciousness, Crashes Two Sedans▸Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
29
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
23
Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
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SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
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Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Dec 30 - A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car, Passenger Injured▸Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
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Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
20
SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Dec 29 - A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.
According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.
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Sedan Strikes Driver’s Left Side Doors▸Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
20
SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
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Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Dec 23 - A female driver in Queens suffered head injuries and shock after her sedan was struck on the left side. The collision occurred on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected.
According to the police report, a 28-year-old female driver was traveling northbound on Francis Lewis Blvd at 7:30 a.m. when her 2020 Hyundai sedan was struck on the left side doors. The vehicle sustained damage to the left side doors, indicating a side impact collision. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock but was restrained by a lap belt and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the driver, with no clear driver errors or victim behaviors cited. The other involved vehicle was traveling eastbound and impacted the center front end of the sedan. The lack of specified driver errors suggests systemic dangers at the intersection or road design may have played a role.
20
SUVs Crash on Hillside Ave, Driver Injured▸Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Dec 20 - Two SUVs slammed together on Hillside Ave. One driver took a neck injury. Police blamed inexperience and distraction. Metal twisted. Night air thick with sirens.
According to the police report, two Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicles collided on Hillside Ave in Queens at 21:06. Both vehicles were heading northeast when they struck, center front to center back. The driver of one SUV, a 30-year-old man, suffered a neck injury—whiplash—but stayed conscious. Police listed 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as causes. The injured driver wore a lap belt and was not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
19Int 1145-2024
Lee sponsors bill capping new e-bike rider speeds, undermining street safety.▸Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
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File Int 1145-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Dec 19 - Council bill targets speed. Shared e-bikes and scooters must have speedometers. New riders get capped at 10 mph. Law aims to slow the city’s fastest wheels. Committee review underway.
Int 1145-2024 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced December 19, 2024, the bill would require all shared electric bikes and scooters to have working speedometers. For new riders, electric assist cuts out at 10 mph. The matter title reads: 'requiring that electric bicycles and electric scooters that are part of share systems have speedometers and limit electric speed assistance to new riders.' Council Members Linda Lee (primary sponsor), Gale A. Brewer, and Chris Banks back the bill. Brewer referred it to committee. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill awaits further action.
- File Int 1145-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-19
14
Failure to Yield Triggers Queens Sedan Crash▸Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Dec 14 - Two sedans slammed together on 113 Avenue. Four people hurt. Necks and backs wrenched. Shock set in. Both drivers and passengers suffered. Failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at 113 Avenue and 209 Street in Queens at 18:29. Both vehicles were going straight when they struck, one hitting the other's right side doors, the other taking damage to its front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the cause. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. No one was ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The crash shows the danger when drivers fail to yield.