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Two sedans crashed late at night on Cross Island Parkway. Both vehicles struck front quarters. Two passengers suffered whiplash and back injuries. Drivers disregarded traffic control. Injured passengers wore seat belts and remained conscious.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway at 11:30 p.m. The impact occurred at the right front quarter panel of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. Two passengers, a 41-year-old woman and a 21-year-old man, were injured with whiplash and back pain. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists driver errors as "Other Vehicular" and "Traffic Control Disregarded," indicating failure to obey traffic signals or rules. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash caused significant damage to the front quarters of both vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4678066 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

A 78-year-old man driving an SUV in Queens lost consciousness and suffered injuries. The vehicle struck an unspecified object or vehicle head-on. Police cite illness as a contributing factor. The driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, a 78-year-old male driver in a 2007 Toyota SUV traveling north on Springfield Boulevard in Queens became unconscious and injured during a crash at 18:36. The SUV sustained damage to its center front end. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists illness as a contributing factor but does not indicate any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The crash details remain limited, with no mention of other contributing factors or victim actions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4676151 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

Convertible hit parked trailer on 115 Avenue. Unlicensed driver and passenger, both 22, suffered fractures and dislocations. Unsafe speed and aggressive driving cited. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.

According to the police report, a 2019 Ford convertible driven by an unlicensed 22-year-old man crashed into a parked trailer on 115 Avenue in Queens. The crash happened at 2:56 p.m. Both the driver and his 22-year-old front passenger were injured, suffering fractures and dislocations to the back and lower leg. The report lists unsafe speed and aggressive driving as contributing factors. Both occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The convertible sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4675712 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

Two sedans collided on 116 Avenue in Queens. A 79-year-old woman driving one car suffered a bruised arm. Both vehicles hit front quarter panels. No ejections. No driver errors listed.

According to the police report, two sedans crashed on 116 Avenue in Queens. Both drivers were going straight when the collision happened. The 79-year-old female driver was injured, suffering a contusion to her elbow and lower arm. She was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The vehicles sustained damage to their front quarter panels. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed and conscious at the scene. No further injuries were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4670726 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

An 18-year-old male pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries after being hit by a northbound SUV on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The pedestrian was conscious with bruises. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.

According to the police report, an 18-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2004 Toyota SUV traveling north on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the pedestrian's actions as "Other Actions in Roadway" with unspecified contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the point of impact was the center front end. No driver errors were explicitly noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4657468 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

A 26-year-old man walking along Cross Island Parkway was hit by a BMW traveling west on 115 Avenue. The pedestrian suffered fractures and dislocations to his entire body. The driver’s inattention caused the crash. The victim remained conscious.

According to the police report, a BMW traveling west on 115 Avenue struck a 26-year-old male pedestrian walking along Cross Island Parkway. The pedestrian was injured with fractures and dislocations affecting his entire body. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The driver was going straight ahead at the time of the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649504 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

Two sedans crashed head-on on Cross Island Parkway. One vehicle changed lanes improperly. A 19-year-old passenger suffered elbow abrasions. Both cars were demolished. The injured occupant was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided. One driver was changing lanes, contributing to the crash with improper lane usage. The collision demolished both vehicles. A 19-year-old male passenger in the middle front seat was injured, sustaining abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists the driver error as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper." No other contributing factors were noted. The passenger was not ejected and suffered injury severity level 3.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4646985 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

A sedan making a right turn struck the left side of a sedan traveling straight on 115 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger of the struck vehicle suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Driver distraction contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota sedan was making a right turn when it collided with a 2016 BMW sedan traveling straight westbound on 115 Avenue in Queens. The impact occurred on the right front bumper of the turning vehicle and the left side doors of the straight-moving vehicle. The front passenger in the BMW, a 36-year-old woman, sustained injuries to her entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4645701 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Five cars slammed together on Linden Boulevard. A 46-year-old woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash. All drivers headed south. Metal twisted. No one ejected. Police cite unspecified factors.

According to the police report, five vehicles collided in a chain-reaction crash on Linden Boulevard, all traveling south. A 46-year-old woman driving one of the cars was injured, suffering neck injuries and whiplash. The report states, "unspecified contributing factors" led to the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. All drivers were licensed. The impact centered on the front and rear ends of the vehicles. No ejections occurred. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt and remained conscious. The police report does not list specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4635330 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.

• File S 6808, Open States, Published 2023-06-01

Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.

• File S 2714, Open States, Published 2023-05-31

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Two sedans crashed on 118 Avenue in Queens. Aggressive driving and unsafe speed led to impact. One driver suffered fractured and dislocated leg. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on 118 Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The report lists aggressive driving, road rage, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. One sedan was making a left turn while the other was passing. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. Damage struck the left front quarter panel and front ends of the cars. No safety equipment was noted for the injured driver. The crash resulted from driver errors tied to aggressive driving and unsafe passing.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4619100 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-05

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

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

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