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 4
▸ Crush Injuries 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 1
▸ Severe Lacerations 2
▸ Concussion 4
▸ Whiplash 19
▸ Contusion/Bruise 22
▸ Abrasion 14
▸ Pain/Nausea 10
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.
CloseBay Street, a bike, and a bruise: Staten Island’s slow toll
Rosebank-Shore Acres-Park Hill: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 18, 2025
Just before 4 PM on Sep 12, 2025, at Bay Street and School Road, a driver turning left hit a 13-year-old on a bike in the intersection. Police recorded driver inattention and listed the boy as injured NYC Open Data — crash record.
This Week
- Aug 29 on St. Marys Avenue, a driver going straight hit a 2-year-old boy outside a crosswalk; he was injured NYC Open Data.
- Aug 23 at Vanderbilt Avenue and Targee Street, a driver hit a 79-year-old man who was crossing with the signal; police recorded failure to yield by the driver NYC Open Data.
- Aug 16 at Chestnut Avenue and Tompkins Avenue, a driver going straight hit a 10-year-old boy who was crossing; he was injured NYC Open Data.
The count does not stop
Since Jan 1, 2022, in Rosebank–Shore Acres–Park Hill, there have been 4 people killed and 391 injured in 833 crashes; 5 sustained serious injuries NYC Open Data. This year to date, crashes and injuries are up over last year in this area, with 171 crashes and 98 injured, compared with 153 and 67 at this point a year ago Period stats.
The worst hours sit in the mid‑afternoon into early evening. Injuries peak around 5 PM, with heavy counts from 1 PM through 7 PM hourly distribution. Hot spots include Targee Street and Narrows Road North, both with dozens hurt since 2022 top intersections.
Unsafe speed shows up where it hurts most. On May 17, 2025, at Pierce Street and Targee Street, police recorded unsafe speed in a crash that killed a person walking and seriously injured a 25‑year‑old on a powered scooter; parked vehicles were also struck crash record. Trucks have been part of the toll too; this year, a truck was recorded in one pedestrian death in this area year-to-date pedestrian causes.
Streets that punish the slow and spare the fast
At Vanderbilt and Targee, police recorded a driver failing to yield to a man crossing with the light NYC Open Data. At Bay Street near 1259, an 18‑year‑old on a motorcycle was injured in a speed‑related crash into a pickup’s rear in September; police cited unsafe speed and inexperience NYC Open Data.
City leaders say slower speeds save lives. “A driver’s speed can mean the difference between life and death… the speed limit reductions we are making will help protect everyone,” said NYC DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez as the city began lowering limits at select locations in 2024 NYC DOT.
Who holds the line here?
Your Council Member is Kamillah Hanks. She co‑sponsored a bill to require shared micromobility operators to display safety rules Int 1304-2025 and also co‑sponsored a measure to let ambulettes use and block bus lanes to assist passengers Int 1339-2025. Your State Senator is Jessica Scarcella‑Spanton. She voted yes in committee on the Stop Super Speeders Act (S 4045), which would require speed‑limiting tech for repeat violators Open States. Your Assembly Member is Sam Pirozzolo, who voted no on renewing school‑zone speed cameras in 2025 Streetsblog NYC.
The fixes are on the table. Lower speeds on more streets. Stop the worst repeat speeders. Keep proven cameras on and pointed where people walk and bike Open States Streetsblog NYC.
One boy on a bike at Bay and School is already in the ledger. Don’t wait for the next name. Take one step now: tell City Hall and Albany to act /take_action/.
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-18
- Crash record: 4842207 (Bay St & School Rd), NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-18
- Crash record: 4839131 (St. Marys Ave), NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-18
- Crash record: 4837109 (Vanderbilt Ave & Targee St), NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-18
- Crash record: 4836557 (Chestnut Ave & Tompkins Ave), NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-18
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- NYC Council Files: Int 1304-2025 and Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-11
- Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-23
- NYC DOT begins reducing speed limits under Sammy’s Law (press release), NYC DOT, Published 2024-10-09
- Crash record: 4813412 (Pierce St & Targee St), NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-18
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Sam Pirozzolo
District 63
Council Member Kamillah Hanks
District 49
State Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
District 23
▸ Other Geographies
Rosebank-Shore Acres-Park Hill Rosebank-Shore Acres-Park Hill sits in Staten Island, Precinct 120, District 49, AD 63, SD 23, Staten Island CB1.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Rosebank-Shore Acres-Park Hill
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89-year-old woman struck and killed, others hurt by car in Coney Island▸
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89-year-old woman struck and killed, others hurt by car in Coney Island,
ABC7,
Published 2025-10-15
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Driver on drugs hits parked truck; toddler hurt▸Oct 10 - On Home Ave at Fingerboard Rd, a right-turning driver hit a parked pickup. A 2-year-old girl in the back seat was hurt. The driver was hurt too. Police recorded illegal drug use.
A Nissan sedan driver made a right turn on Home Ave near Fingerboard Rd in Staten Island and hit a parked Chevrolet pickup. A 2-year-old girl riding in the back seat was injured with facial bruising. The 43-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, the sedan was “Making Right Turn” and police recorded “Drugs (illegal)” as a contributing factor. The parked truck had no occupants. This crash hurt a child passenger and a driver; no pedestrians or cyclists were listed.
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Right-Turn Crash Injures Passenger on Bay St▸Oct 1 - Two drivers collided near 681 Bay St. One driver turned right; the other went straight. A 20-year-old front-seat passenger hurt her back. Both drivers were injured. Police cited physical disability and lost consciousness.
Two drivers collided near 681 Bay St on Staten Island at 3:10 p.m. One driver was making a right turn while heading east. The other was traveling north, going straight. A 20-year-old woman riding in the front seat suffered back pain and whiplash. Both drivers were injured. A 64-year-old male driver was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, one driver was making a right turn and the other was traveling straight. Police recorded Physical Disability and Lost Consciousness by both drivers as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Teen rider injured in Bay Street rear-end▸Sep 19 - An 18-year-old motorcyclist heading north on Bay Street hit the back of a northbound Ford pickup near 1259. The teen rider suffered a head injury. Police recorded driver inexperience and unsafe speed.
On Bay Street near 1259 in Staten Island, the driver of a motorcycle traveling north hit the rear of a northbound Ford pickup. The teen rider sustained a head injury. The pickup’s driver and a front-seat passenger reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inexperience" and "Unsafe Speed" contributed to the crash. Police recorded those driver errors. The motorcycle’s front end was demolished. The pickup had right rear bumper damage. Both drivers were going straight. The pickup carried two people; the motorcycle had one.
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Jeep driver hits SUV at Oder and Pierce▸Sep 15 - A northbound Jeep driver hit the right side of a westbound SUV at Oder Ave and Pierce St on Staten Island. A 49-year-old man driving the Jeep suffered head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
The driver of a northbound 2018 Jeep went straight and hit the right side of a westbound 2016 Chevy that was slowing or stopping at Oder Ave and Pierce St in Staten Island. A 49-year-old man driving the Jeep sustained a head injury and whiplash. The other driver’s injuries were listed as unspecified. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was recorded. The data also show the westbound Chevy’s driver was unlicensed. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Left-turn driver hits 13-year-old bicyclist▸Sep 12 - On Bay St at School Rd, a sedan driver turned left and hit a 13-year-old bicyclist riding west. The child was hurt. The driver was hurt. A passenger reported injury. Police recorded driver inattention and an obstructed view.
At Bay St and School Rd on Staten Island, a sedan driver making a left turn hit a 13-year-old bicyclist riding west, going straight. The child suffered arm and hand injuries and was conscious. The driver was injured. A passenger reported an unspecified injury. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and the bicyclist was going straight. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver and View Obstructed/Limited. The report also listed Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The car’s right rear quarter panel was damaged, per the report.
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Drunk Driver Rear-Ends Parked Sedan▸Sep 1 - The driver of a moving sedan hit a parked sedan on Tompkins Ave at Lynhurst. The parked driver, 57, complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver.
According to the police report, the driver of a moving Nissan went straight on Tompkins Ave and struck the center rear of a parked Nissan at Lynhurst Ave. The driver of the parked car, a 57-year-old woman, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver of the moving vehicle. Impact points show the moving car hit center front to the parked car’s center back. One occupant was injured. The report lists Alcohol Involvement as a contributing factor and does not identify other driver errors in the record.
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Northbound Sedan Hits Two-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a northbound sedan struck a two-year-old pedestrian near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child was conscious with knee and lower-leg contusions. Police cited roadway obstruction/debris as a contributing factor.
The driver of a northbound 2017 Honda sedan, going straight, struck a two-year-old pedestrian in the roadway near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child suffered knee and lower-leg contusions and was conscious at the scene. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Obstruction/Debris."” The record lists the pedestrian location as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection" and the pedestrian action as "Other Actions in Roadway." The driver is recorded as licensed and vehicle damage is listed as none. Driver errors such as Failure to Yield are not recorded in this case.
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Sedan strikes elder in Targee crosswalk▸Aug 23 - A northbound sedan hit a 79-year-old man crossing with the signal at Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. Center-front damage tells the story. Failure to yield. Distraction. The pedestrian bled from the head and went into shock.
A northbound sedan traveling straight struck a 79-year-old pedestrian in the intersection of Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. The man was crossing with the signal and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” were contributing factors. The vehicle showed center-front damage, aligning with an impact to a person in the crosswalk. The listed driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—put the pedestrian in harm’s path while he legally crossed. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Jeep driver hits 10-year-old on Chestnut▸Aug 16 - A westbound Jeep driver hit a 10-year-old crossing Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins. The child suffered a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The driver was uninjured. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified for both parties.
According to the police report, a 2021 Jeep sedan traveling west on Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins struck a 10-year-old pedestrian. The child suffered a facial contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle sustained center-front damage and the driver was uninjured. The report records the pedestrian as "Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both the pedestrian and the driver and identifies no driver error codes such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Vehicle data list the pre-crash movement as "Going Straight Ahead" and the point of impact as "Center Front End."
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Teen Driver Hurt Turning on Steuben Street▸Aug 9 - A 17-year-old driver suffered an arm contusion while making a right turn in a sedan on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue in Staten Island. Police listed Driver Inexperience and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A single-vehicle crash occurred when a 17-year-old driver made a right turn on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue and damaged the center front end of her sedan. “According to the police report …” the driver suffered a contusion to her elbow/lower arm/hand. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Police recorded the vehicle traveling northeast, pre-crash action as making a right turn, and point of impact as the center front end. The driver was conscious, not ejected, wore a lap belt, and was the sole occupant.
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Aggressive Driving Injures Two Women on Front Street▸Aug 8 - The driver of a 2019 Audi sedan injured two women on Front Street in Staten Island. Metal buckled. One woman suffered abrasions to her lower leg and foot. Police cite aggressive driving and road rage.
"According to the police report …" the driver of a 2019 Audi sedan was traveling south on Front Street, going straight, when aggressive driving and road rage led to a crash that injured two women. The report lists "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" as the contributing factor. One injured person recorded in the report is a 30-year-old female driver who suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg and foot; airbags deployed and a lap belt was used. Vehicle damage included right side doors and a center front end impact. The report does not list other road users involved.
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Tractor Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway▸Jul 30 - The driver of a tractor truck rear-ended a sedan on the Staten Island Expressway. The 31-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle'.
The driver of a tractor truck struck the rear of a sedan as both vehicles traveled west on the Staten Island Expressway. One driver, a 31-year-old man in the sedan, suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded following too closely as a driver error. The truck impacted the sedan at its center back with center front damage on the truck. The report notes the injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and occupants wore lap belts and harnesses.
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Hanks co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
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Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
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Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
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Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
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SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
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Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
- 89-year-old woman struck and killed, others hurt by car in Coney Island, ABC7, Published 2025-10-15
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Driver on drugs hits parked truck; toddler hurt▸Oct 10 - On Home Ave at Fingerboard Rd, a right-turning driver hit a parked pickup. A 2-year-old girl in the back seat was hurt. The driver was hurt too. Police recorded illegal drug use.
A Nissan sedan driver made a right turn on Home Ave near Fingerboard Rd in Staten Island and hit a parked Chevrolet pickup. A 2-year-old girl riding in the back seat was injured with facial bruising. The 43-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, the sedan was “Making Right Turn” and police recorded “Drugs (illegal)” as a contributing factor. The parked truck had no occupants. This crash hurt a child passenger and a driver; no pedestrians or cyclists were listed.
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Right-Turn Crash Injures Passenger on Bay St▸Oct 1 - Two drivers collided near 681 Bay St. One driver turned right; the other went straight. A 20-year-old front-seat passenger hurt her back. Both drivers were injured. Police cited physical disability and lost consciousness.
Two drivers collided near 681 Bay St on Staten Island at 3:10 p.m. One driver was making a right turn while heading east. The other was traveling north, going straight. A 20-year-old woman riding in the front seat suffered back pain and whiplash. Both drivers were injured. A 64-year-old male driver was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, one driver was making a right turn and the other was traveling straight. Police recorded Physical Disability and Lost Consciousness by both drivers as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Teen rider injured in Bay Street rear-end▸Sep 19 - An 18-year-old motorcyclist heading north on Bay Street hit the back of a northbound Ford pickup near 1259. The teen rider suffered a head injury. Police recorded driver inexperience and unsafe speed.
On Bay Street near 1259 in Staten Island, the driver of a motorcycle traveling north hit the rear of a northbound Ford pickup. The teen rider sustained a head injury. The pickup’s driver and a front-seat passenger reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inexperience" and "Unsafe Speed" contributed to the crash. Police recorded those driver errors. The motorcycle’s front end was demolished. The pickup had right rear bumper damage. Both drivers were going straight. The pickup carried two people; the motorcycle had one.
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Jeep driver hits SUV at Oder and Pierce▸Sep 15 - A northbound Jeep driver hit the right side of a westbound SUV at Oder Ave and Pierce St on Staten Island. A 49-year-old man driving the Jeep suffered head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
The driver of a northbound 2018 Jeep went straight and hit the right side of a westbound 2016 Chevy that was slowing or stopping at Oder Ave and Pierce St in Staten Island. A 49-year-old man driving the Jeep sustained a head injury and whiplash. The other driver’s injuries were listed as unspecified. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was recorded. The data also show the westbound Chevy’s driver was unlicensed. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Left-turn driver hits 13-year-old bicyclist▸Sep 12 - On Bay St at School Rd, a sedan driver turned left and hit a 13-year-old bicyclist riding west. The child was hurt. The driver was hurt. A passenger reported injury. Police recorded driver inattention and an obstructed view.
At Bay St and School Rd on Staten Island, a sedan driver making a left turn hit a 13-year-old bicyclist riding west, going straight. The child suffered arm and hand injuries and was conscious. The driver was injured. A passenger reported an unspecified injury. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and the bicyclist was going straight. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver and View Obstructed/Limited. The report also listed Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The car’s right rear quarter panel was damaged, per the report.
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Drunk Driver Rear-Ends Parked Sedan▸Sep 1 - The driver of a moving sedan hit a parked sedan on Tompkins Ave at Lynhurst. The parked driver, 57, complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver.
According to the police report, the driver of a moving Nissan went straight on Tompkins Ave and struck the center rear of a parked Nissan at Lynhurst Ave. The driver of the parked car, a 57-year-old woman, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver of the moving vehicle. Impact points show the moving car hit center front to the parked car’s center back. One occupant was injured. The report lists Alcohol Involvement as a contributing factor and does not identify other driver errors in the record.
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Northbound Sedan Hits Two-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a northbound sedan struck a two-year-old pedestrian near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child was conscious with knee and lower-leg contusions. Police cited roadway obstruction/debris as a contributing factor.
The driver of a northbound 2017 Honda sedan, going straight, struck a two-year-old pedestrian in the roadway near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child suffered knee and lower-leg contusions and was conscious at the scene. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Obstruction/Debris."” The record lists the pedestrian location as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection" and the pedestrian action as "Other Actions in Roadway." The driver is recorded as licensed and vehicle damage is listed as none. Driver errors such as Failure to Yield are not recorded in this case.
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Sedan strikes elder in Targee crosswalk▸Aug 23 - A northbound sedan hit a 79-year-old man crossing with the signal at Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. Center-front damage tells the story. Failure to yield. Distraction. The pedestrian bled from the head and went into shock.
A northbound sedan traveling straight struck a 79-year-old pedestrian in the intersection of Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. The man was crossing with the signal and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” were contributing factors. The vehicle showed center-front damage, aligning with an impact to a person in the crosswalk. The listed driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—put the pedestrian in harm’s path while he legally crossed. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Jeep driver hits 10-year-old on Chestnut▸Aug 16 - A westbound Jeep driver hit a 10-year-old crossing Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins. The child suffered a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The driver was uninjured. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified for both parties.
According to the police report, a 2021 Jeep sedan traveling west on Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins struck a 10-year-old pedestrian. The child suffered a facial contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle sustained center-front damage and the driver was uninjured. The report records the pedestrian as "Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both the pedestrian and the driver and identifies no driver error codes such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Vehicle data list the pre-crash movement as "Going Straight Ahead" and the point of impact as "Center Front End."
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Teen Driver Hurt Turning on Steuben Street▸Aug 9 - A 17-year-old driver suffered an arm contusion while making a right turn in a sedan on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue in Staten Island. Police listed Driver Inexperience and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A single-vehicle crash occurred when a 17-year-old driver made a right turn on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue and damaged the center front end of her sedan. “According to the police report …” the driver suffered a contusion to her elbow/lower arm/hand. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Police recorded the vehicle traveling northeast, pre-crash action as making a right turn, and point of impact as the center front end. The driver was conscious, not ejected, wore a lap belt, and was the sole occupant.
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Aggressive Driving Injures Two Women on Front Street▸Aug 8 - The driver of a 2019 Audi sedan injured two women on Front Street in Staten Island. Metal buckled. One woman suffered abrasions to her lower leg and foot. Police cite aggressive driving and road rage.
"According to the police report …" the driver of a 2019 Audi sedan was traveling south on Front Street, going straight, when aggressive driving and road rage led to a crash that injured two women. The report lists "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" as the contributing factor. One injured person recorded in the report is a 30-year-old female driver who suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg and foot; airbags deployed and a lap belt was used. Vehicle damage included right side doors and a center front end impact. The report does not list other road users involved.
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Tractor Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway▸Jul 30 - The driver of a tractor truck rear-ended a sedan on the Staten Island Expressway. The 31-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle'.
The driver of a tractor truck struck the rear of a sedan as both vehicles traveled west on the Staten Island Expressway. One driver, a 31-year-old man in the sedan, suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded following too closely as a driver error. The truck impacted the sedan at its center back with center front damage on the truck. The report notes the injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and occupants wore lap belts and harnesses.
14Int 1339-2025
Hanks co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
30Int 0857-2024
Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
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Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Oct 10 - On Home Ave at Fingerboard Rd, a right-turning driver hit a parked pickup. A 2-year-old girl in the back seat was hurt. The driver was hurt too. Police recorded illegal drug use.
A Nissan sedan driver made a right turn on Home Ave near Fingerboard Rd in Staten Island and hit a parked Chevrolet pickup. A 2-year-old girl riding in the back seat was injured with facial bruising. The 43-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered a head contusion. According to the police report, the sedan was “Making Right Turn” and police recorded “Drugs (illegal)” as a contributing factor. The parked truck had no occupants. This crash hurt a child passenger and a driver; no pedestrians or cyclists were listed.
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Right-Turn Crash Injures Passenger on Bay St▸Oct 1 - Two drivers collided near 681 Bay St. One driver turned right; the other went straight. A 20-year-old front-seat passenger hurt her back. Both drivers were injured. Police cited physical disability and lost consciousness.
Two drivers collided near 681 Bay St on Staten Island at 3:10 p.m. One driver was making a right turn while heading east. The other was traveling north, going straight. A 20-year-old woman riding in the front seat suffered back pain and whiplash. Both drivers were injured. A 64-year-old male driver was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, one driver was making a right turn and the other was traveling straight. Police recorded Physical Disability and Lost Consciousness by both drivers as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Teen rider injured in Bay Street rear-end▸Sep 19 - An 18-year-old motorcyclist heading north on Bay Street hit the back of a northbound Ford pickup near 1259. The teen rider suffered a head injury. Police recorded driver inexperience and unsafe speed.
On Bay Street near 1259 in Staten Island, the driver of a motorcycle traveling north hit the rear of a northbound Ford pickup. The teen rider sustained a head injury. The pickup’s driver and a front-seat passenger reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inexperience" and "Unsafe Speed" contributed to the crash. Police recorded those driver errors. The motorcycle’s front end was demolished. The pickup had right rear bumper damage. Both drivers were going straight. The pickup carried two people; the motorcycle had one.
15
Jeep driver hits SUV at Oder and Pierce▸Sep 15 - A northbound Jeep driver hit the right side of a westbound SUV at Oder Ave and Pierce St on Staten Island. A 49-year-old man driving the Jeep suffered head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
The driver of a northbound 2018 Jeep went straight and hit the right side of a westbound 2016 Chevy that was slowing or stopping at Oder Ave and Pierce St in Staten Island. A 49-year-old man driving the Jeep sustained a head injury and whiplash. The other driver’s injuries were listed as unspecified. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was recorded. The data also show the westbound Chevy’s driver was unlicensed. The report lists no other contributing factors.
12
Left-turn driver hits 13-year-old bicyclist▸Sep 12 - On Bay St at School Rd, a sedan driver turned left and hit a 13-year-old bicyclist riding west. The child was hurt. The driver was hurt. A passenger reported injury. Police recorded driver inattention and an obstructed view.
At Bay St and School Rd on Staten Island, a sedan driver making a left turn hit a 13-year-old bicyclist riding west, going straight. The child suffered arm and hand injuries and was conscious. The driver was injured. A passenger reported an unspecified injury. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and the bicyclist was going straight. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver and View Obstructed/Limited. The report also listed Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The car’s right rear quarter panel was damaged, per the report.
1
Drunk Driver Rear-Ends Parked Sedan▸Sep 1 - The driver of a moving sedan hit a parked sedan on Tompkins Ave at Lynhurst. The parked driver, 57, complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver.
According to the police report, the driver of a moving Nissan went straight on Tompkins Ave and struck the center rear of a parked Nissan at Lynhurst Ave. The driver of the parked car, a 57-year-old woman, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver of the moving vehicle. Impact points show the moving car hit center front to the parked car’s center back. One occupant was injured. The report lists Alcohol Involvement as a contributing factor and does not identify other driver errors in the record.
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Northbound Sedan Hits Two-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a northbound sedan struck a two-year-old pedestrian near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child was conscious with knee and lower-leg contusions. Police cited roadway obstruction/debris as a contributing factor.
The driver of a northbound 2017 Honda sedan, going straight, struck a two-year-old pedestrian in the roadway near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child suffered knee and lower-leg contusions and was conscious at the scene. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Obstruction/Debris."” The record lists the pedestrian location as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection" and the pedestrian action as "Other Actions in Roadway." The driver is recorded as licensed and vehicle damage is listed as none. Driver errors such as Failure to Yield are not recorded in this case.
23
Sedan strikes elder in Targee crosswalk▸Aug 23 - A northbound sedan hit a 79-year-old man crossing with the signal at Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. Center-front damage tells the story. Failure to yield. Distraction. The pedestrian bled from the head and went into shock.
A northbound sedan traveling straight struck a 79-year-old pedestrian in the intersection of Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. The man was crossing with the signal and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” were contributing factors. The vehicle showed center-front damage, aligning with an impact to a person in the crosswalk. The listed driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—put the pedestrian in harm’s path while he legally crossed. No other contributing factors were cited.
16
Jeep driver hits 10-year-old on Chestnut▸Aug 16 - A westbound Jeep driver hit a 10-year-old crossing Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins. The child suffered a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The driver was uninjured. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified for both parties.
According to the police report, a 2021 Jeep sedan traveling west on Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins struck a 10-year-old pedestrian. The child suffered a facial contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle sustained center-front damage and the driver was uninjured. The report records the pedestrian as "Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both the pedestrian and the driver and identifies no driver error codes such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Vehicle data list the pre-crash movement as "Going Straight Ahead" and the point of impact as "Center Front End."
9
Teen Driver Hurt Turning on Steuben Street▸Aug 9 - A 17-year-old driver suffered an arm contusion while making a right turn in a sedan on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue in Staten Island. Police listed Driver Inexperience and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A single-vehicle crash occurred when a 17-year-old driver made a right turn on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue and damaged the center front end of her sedan. “According to the police report …” the driver suffered a contusion to her elbow/lower arm/hand. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Police recorded the vehicle traveling northeast, pre-crash action as making a right turn, and point of impact as the center front end. The driver was conscious, not ejected, wore a lap belt, and was the sole occupant.
8
Aggressive Driving Injures Two Women on Front Street▸Aug 8 - The driver of a 2019 Audi sedan injured two women on Front Street in Staten Island. Metal buckled. One woman suffered abrasions to her lower leg and foot. Police cite aggressive driving and road rage.
"According to the police report …" the driver of a 2019 Audi sedan was traveling south on Front Street, going straight, when aggressive driving and road rage led to a crash that injured two women. The report lists "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" as the contributing factor. One injured person recorded in the report is a 30-year-old female driver who suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg and foot; airbags deployed and a lap belt was used. Vehicle damage included right side doors and a center front end impact. The report does not list other road users involved.
30
Tractor Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway▸Jul 30 - The driver of a tractor truck rear-ended a sedan on the Staten Island Expressway. The 31-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle'.
The driver of a tractor truck struck the rear of a sedan as both vehicles traveled west on the Staten Island Expressway. One driver, a 31-year-old man in the sedan, suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded following too closely as a driver error. The truck impacted the sedan at its center back with center front damage on the truck. The report notes the injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and occupants wore lap belts and harnesses.
14Int 1339-2025
Hanks co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
30Int 0857-2024
Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
27
Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
18
Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Oct 1 - Two drivers collided near 681 Bay St. One driver turned right; the other went straight. A 20-year-old front-seat passenger hurt her back. Both drivers were injured. Police cited physical disability and lost consciousness.
Two drivers collided near 681 Bay St on Staten Island at 3:10 p.m. One driver was making a right turn while heading east. The other was traveling north, going straight. A 20-year-old woman riding in the front seat suffered back pain and whiplash. Both drivers were injured. A 64-year-old male driver was semiconscious at the scene. According to the police report, one driver was making a right turn and the other was traveling straight. Police recorded Physical Disability and Lost Consciousness by both drivers as contributing factors. No other contributing factors were listed.
19
Teen rider injured in Bay Street rear-end▸Sep 19 - An 18-year-old motorcyclist heading north on Bay Street hit the back of a northbound Ford pickup near 1259. The teen rider suffered a head injury. Police recorded driver inexperience and unsafe speed.
On Bay Street near 1259 in Staten Island, the driver of a motorcycle traveling north hit the rear of a northbound Ford pickup. The teen rider sustained a head injury. The pickup’s driver and a front-seat passenger reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inexperience" and "Unsafe Speed" contributed to the crash. Police recorded those driver errors. The motorcycle’s front end was demolished. The pickup had right rear bumper damage. Both drivers were going straight. The pickup carried two people; the motorcycle had one.
15
Jeep driver hits SUV at Oder and Pierce▸Sep 15 - A northbound Jeep driver hit the right side of a westbound SUV at Oder Ave and Pierce St on Staten Island. A 49-year-old man driving the Jeep suffered head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
The driver of a northbound 2018 Jeep went straight and hit the right side of a westbound 2016 Chevy that was slowing or stopping at Oder Ave and Pierce St in Staten Island. A 49-year-old man driving the Jeep sustained a head injury and whiplash. The other driver’s injuries were listed as unspecified. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was recorded. The data also show the westbound Chevy’s driver was unlicensed. The report lists no other contributing factors.
12
Left-turn driver hits 13-year-old bicyclist▸Sep 12 - On Bay St at School Rd, a sedan driver turned left and hit a 13-year-old bicyclist riding west. The child was hurt. The driver was hurt. A passenger reported injury. Police recorded driver inattention and an obstructed view.
At Bay St and School Rd on Staten Island, a sedan driver making a left turn hit a 13-year-old bicyclist riding west, going straight. The child suffered arm and hand injuries and was conscious. The driver was injured. A passenger reported an unspecified injury. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and the bicyclist was going straight. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver and View Obstructed/Limited. The report also listed Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The car’s right rear quarter panel was damaged, per the report.
1
Drunk Driver Rear-Ends Parked Sedan▸Sep 1 - The driver of a moving sedan hit a parked sedan on Tompkins Ave at Lynhurst. The parked driver, 57, complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver.
According to the police report, the driver of a moving Nissan went straight on Tompkins Ave and struck the center rear of a parked Nissan at Lynhurst Ave. The driver of the parked car, a 57-year-old woman, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver of the moving vehicle. Impact points show the moving car hit center front to the parked car’s center back. One occupant was injured. The report lists Alcohol Involvement as a contributing factor and does not identify other driver errors in the record.
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Northbound Sedan Hits Two-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a northbound sedan struck a two-year-old pedestrian near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child was conscious with knee and lower-leg contusions. Police cited roadway obstruction/debris as a contributing factor.
The driver of a northbound 2017 Honda sedan, going straight, struck a two-year-old pedestrian in the roadway near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child suffered knee and lower-leg contusions and was conscious at the scene. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Obstruction/Debris."” The record lists the pedestrian location as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection" and the pedestrian action as "Other Actions in Roadway." The driver is recorded as licensed and vehicle damage is listed as none. Driver errors such as Failure to Yield are not recorded in this case.
23
Sedan strikes elder in Targee crosswalk▸Aug 23 - A northbound sedan hit a 79-year-old man crossing with the signal at Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. Center-front damage tells the story. Failure to yield. Distraction. The pedestrian bled from the head and went into shock.
A northbound sedan traveling straight struck a 79-year-old pedestrian in the intersection of Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. The man was crossing with the signal and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” were contributing factors. The vehicle showed center-front damage, aligning with an impact to a person in the crosswalk. The listed driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—put the pedestrian in harm’s path while he legally crossed. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Jeep driver hits 10-year-old on Chestnut▸Aug 16 - A westbound Jeep driver hit a 10-year-old crossing Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins. The child suffered a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The driver was uninjured. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified for both parties.
According to the police report, a 2021 Jeep sedan traveling west on Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins struck a 10-year-old pedestrian. The child suffered a facial contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle sustained center-front damage and the driver was uninjured. The report records the pedestrian as "Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both the pedestrian and the driver and identifies no driver error codes such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Vehicle data list the pre-crash movement as "Going Straight Ahead" and the point of impact as "Center Front End."
9
Teen Driver Hurt Turning on Steuben Street▸Aug 9 - A 17-year-old driver suffered an arm contusion while making a right turn in a sedan on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue in Staten Island. Police listed Driver Inexperience and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A single-vehicle crash occurred when a 17-year-old driver made a right turn on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue and damaged the center front end of her sedan. “According to the police report …” the driver suffered a contusion to her elbow/lower arm/hand. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Police recorded the vehicle traveling northeast, pre-crash action as making a right turn, and point of impact as the center front end. The driver was conscious, not ejected, wore a lap belt, and was the sole occupant.
8
Aggressive Driving Injures Two Women on Front Street▸Aug 8 - The driver of a 2019 Audi sedan injured two women on Front Street in Staten Island. Metal buckled. One woman suffered abrasions to her lower leg and foot. Police cite aggressive driving and road rage.
"According to the police report …" the driver of a 2019 Audi sedan was traveling south on Front Street, going straight, when aggressive driving and road rage led to a crash that injured two women. The report lists "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" as the contributing factor. One injured person recorded in the report is a 30-year-old female driver who suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg and foot; airbags deployed and a lap belt was used. Vehicle damage included right side doors and a center front end impact. The report does not list other road users involved.
30
Tractor Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway▸Jul 30 - The driver of a tractor truck rear-ended a sedan on the Staten Island Expressway. The 31-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle'.
The driver of a tractor truck struck the rear of a sedan as both vehicles traveled west on the Staten Island Expressway. One driver, a 31-year-old man in the sedan, suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded following too closely as a driver error. The truck impacted the sedan at its center back with center front damage on the truck. The report notes the injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and occupants wore lap belts and harnesses.
14Int 1339-2025
Hanks co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
30Int 0857-2024
Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
27
Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
18
Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Sep 19 - An 18-year-old motorcyclist heading north on Bay Street hit the back of a northbound Ford pickup near 1259. The teen rider suffered a head injury. Police recorded driver inexperience and unsafe speed.
On Bay Street near 1259 in Staten Island, the driver of a motorcycle traveling north hit the rear of a northbound Ford pickup. The teen rider sustained a head injury. The pickup’s driver and a front-seat passenger reported unspecified injuries. According to the police report, "Driver Inexperience" and "Unsafe Speed" contributed to the crash. Police recorded those driver errors. The motorcycle’s front end was demolished. The pickup had right rear bumper damage. Both drivers were going straight. The pickup carried two people; the motorcycle had one.
15
Jeep driver hits SUV at Oder and Pierce▸Sep 15 - A northbound Jeep driver hit the right side of a westbound SUV at Oder Ave and Pierce St on Staten Island. A 49-year-old man driving the Jeep suffered head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
The driver of a northbound 2018 Jeep went straight and hit the right side of a westbound 2016 Chevy that was slowing or stopping at Oder Ave and Pierce St in Staten Island. A 49-year-old man driving the Jeep sustained a head injury and whiplash. The other driver’s injuries were listed as unspecified. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was recorded. The data also show the westbound Chevy’s driver was unlicensed. The report lists no other contributing factors.
12
Left-turn driver hits 13-year-old bicyclist▸Sep 12 - On Bay St at School Rd, a sedan driver turned left and hit a 13-year-old bicyclist riding west. The child was hurt. The driver was hurt. A passenger reported injury. Police recorded driver inattention and an obstructed view.
At Bay St and School Rd on Staten Island, a sedan driver making a left turn hit a 13-year-old bicyclist riding west, going straight. The child suffered arm and hand injuries and was conscious. The driver was injured. A passenger reported an unspecified injury. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and the bicyclist was going straight. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver and View Obstructed/Limited. The report also listed Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The car’s right rear quarter panel was damaged, per the report.
1
Drunk Driver Rear-Ends Parked Sedan▸Sep 1 - The driver of a moving sedan hit a parked sedan on Tompkins Ave at Lynhurst. The parked driver, 57, complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver.
According to the police report, the driver of a moving Nissan went straight on Tompkins Ave and struck the center rear of a parked Nissan at Lynhurst Ave. The driver of the parked car, a 57-year-old woman, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver of the moving vehicle. Impact points show the moving car hit center front to the parked car’s center back. One occupant was injured. The report lists Alcohol Involvement as a contributing factor and does not identify other driver errors in the record.
29
Northbound Sedan Hits Two-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a northbound sedan struck a two-year-old pedestrian near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child was conscious with knee and lower-leg contusions. Police cited roadway obstruction/debris as a contributing factor.
The driver of a northbound 2017 Honda sedan, going straight, struck a two-year-old pedestrian in the roadway near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child suffered knee and lower-leg contusions and was conscious at the scene. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Obstruction/Debris."” The record lists the pedestrian location as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection" and the pedestrian action as "Other Actions in Roadway." The driver is recorded as licensed and vehicle damage is listed as none. Driver errors such as Failure to Yield are not recorded in this case.
23
Sedan strikes elder in Targee crosswalk▸Aug 23 - A northbound sedan hit a 79-year-old man crossing with the signal at Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. Center-front damage tells the story. Failure to yield. Distraction. The pedestrian bled from the head and went into shock.
A northbound sedan traveling straight struck a 79-year-old pedestrian in the intersection of Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. The man was crossing with the signal and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” were contributing factors. The vehicle showed center-front damage, aligning with an impact to a person in the crosswalk. The listed driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—put the pedestrian in harm’s path while he legally crossed. No other contributing factors were cited.
16
Jeep driver hits 10-year-old on Chestnut▸Aug 16 - A westbound Jeep driver hit a 10-year-old crossing Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins. The child suffered a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The driver was uninjured. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified for both parties.
According to the police report, a 2021 Jeep sedan traveling west on Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins struck a 10-year-old pedestrian. The child suffered a facial contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle sustained center-front damage and the driver was uninjured. The report records the pedestrian as "Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both the pedestrian and the driver and identifies no driver error codes such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Vehicle data list the pre-crash movement as "Going Straight Ahead" and the point of impact as "Center Front End."
9
Teen Driver Hurt Turning on Steuben Street▸Aug 9 - A 17-year-old driver suffered an arm contusion while making a right turn in a sedan on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue in Staten Island. Police listed Driver Inexperience and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A single-vehicle crash occurred when a 17-year-old driver made a right turn on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue and damaged the center front end of her sedan. “According to the police report …” the driver suffered a contusion to her elbow/lower arm/hand. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Police recorded the vehicle traveling northeast, pre-crash action as making a right turn, and point of impact as the center front end. The driver was conscious, not ejected, wore a lap belt, and was the sole occupant.
8
Aggressive Driving Injures Two Women on Front Street▸Aug 8 - The driver of a 2019 Audi sedan injured two women on Front Street in Staten Island. Metal buckled. One woman suffered abrasions to her lower leg and foot. Police cite aggressive driving and road rage.
"According to the police report …" the driver of a 2019 Audi sedan was traveling south on Front Street, going straight, when aggressive driving and road rage led to a crash that injured two women. The report lists "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" as the contributing factor. One injured person recorded in the report is a 30-year-old female driver who suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg and foot; airbags deployed and a lap belt was used. Vehicle damage included right side doors and a center front end impact. The report does not list other road users involved.
30
Tractor Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway▸Jul 30 - The driver of a tractor truck rear-ended a sedan on the Staten Island Expressway. The 31-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle'.
The driver of a tractor truck struck the rear of a sedan as both vehicles traveled west on the Staten Island Expressway. One driver, a 31-year-old man in the sedan, suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded following too closely as a driver error. The truck impacted the sedan at its center back with center front damage on the truck. The report notes the injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and occupants wore lap belts and harnesses.
14Int 1339-2025
Hanks co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
30Int 0857-2024
Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
27
Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
18
Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Sep 15 - A northbound Jeep driver hit the right side of a westbound SUV at Oder Ave and Pierce St on Staten Island. A 49-year-old man driving the Jeep suffered head injuries. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
The driver of a northbound 2018 Jeep went straight and hit the right side of a westbound 2016 Chevy that was slowing or stopping at Oder Ave and Pierce St in Staten Island. A 49-year-old man driving the Jeep sustained a head injury and whiplash. The other driver’s injuries were listed as unspecified. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was recorded. The data also show the westbound Chevy’s driver was unlicensed. The report lists no other contributing factors.
12
Left-turn driver hits 13-year-old bicyclist▸Sep 12 - On Bay St at School Rd, a sedan driver turned left and hit a 13-year-old bicyclist riding west. The child was hurt. The driver was hurt. A passenger reported injury. Police recorded driver inattention and an obstructed view.
At Bay St and School Rd on Staten Island, a sedan driver making a left turn hit a 13-year-old bicyclist riding west, going straight. The child suffered arm and hand injuries and was conscious. The driver was injured. A passenger reported an unspecified injury. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and the bicyclist was going straight. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver and View Obstructed/Limited. The report also listed Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The car’s right rear quarter panel was damaged, per the report.
1
Drunk Driver Rear-Ends Parked Sedan▸Sep 1 - The driver of a moving sedan hit a parked sedan on Tompkins Ave at Lynhurst. The parked driver, 57, complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver.
According to the police report, the driver of a moving Nissan went straight on Tompkins Ave and struck the center rear of a parked Nissan at Lynhurst Ave. The driver of the parked car, a 57-year-old woman, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver of the moving vehicle. Impact points show the moving car hit center front to the parked car’s center back. One occupant was injured. The report lists Alcohol Involvement as a contributing factor and does not identify other driver errors in the record.
29
Northbound Sedan Hits Two-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a northbound sedan struck a two-year-old pedestrian near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child was conscious with knee and lower-leg contusions. Police cited roadway obstruction/debris as a contributing factor.
The driver of a northbound 2017 Honda sedan, going straight, struck a two-year-old pedestrian in the roadway near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child suffered knee and lower-leg contusions and was conscious at the scene. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Obstruction/Debris."” The record lists the pedestrian location as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection" and the pedestrian action as "Other Actions in Roadway." The driver is recorded as licensed and vehicle damage is listed as none. Driver errors such as Failure to Yield are not recorded in this case.
23
Sedan strikes elder in Targee crosswalk▸Aug 23 - A northbound sedan hit a 79-year-old man crossing with the signal at Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. Center-front damage tells the story. Failure to yield. Distraction. The pedestrian bled from the head and went into shock.
A northbound sedan traveling straight struck a 79-year-old pedestrian in the intersection of Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. The man was crossing with the signal and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” were contributing factors. The vehicle showed center-front damage, aligning with an impact to a person in the crosswalk. The listed driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—put the pedestrian in harm’s path while he legally crossed. No other contributing factors were cited.
16
Jeep driver hits 10-year-old on Chestnut▸Aug 16 - A westbound Jeep driver hit a 10-year-old crossing Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins. The child suffered a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The driver was uninjured. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified for both parties.
According to the police report, a 2021 Jeep sedan traveling west on Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins struck a 10-year-old pedestrian. The child suffered a facial contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle sustained center-front damage and the driver was uninjured. The report records the pedestrian as "Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both the pedestrian and the driver and identifies no driver error codes such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Vehicle data list the pre-crash movement as "Going Straight Ahead" and the point of impact as "Center Front End."
9
Teen Driver Hurt Turning on Steuben Street▸Aug 9 - A 17-year-old driver suffered an arm contusion while making a right turn in a sedan on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue in Staten Island. Police listed Driver Inexperience and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A single-vehicle crash occurred when a 17-year-old driver made a right turn on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue and damaged the center front end of her sedan. “According to the police report …” the driver suffered a contusion to her elbow/lower arm/hand. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Police recorded the vehicle traveling northeast, pre-crash action as making a right turn, and point of impact as the center front end. The driver was conscious, not ejected, wore a lap belt, and was the sole occupant.
8
Aggressive Driving Injures Two Women on Front Street▸Aug 8 - The driver of a 2019 Audi sedan injured two women on Front Street in Staten Island. Metal buckled. One woman suffered abrasions to her lower leg and foot. Police cite aggressive driving and road rage.
"According to the police report …" the driver of a 2019 Audi sedan was traveling south on Front Street, going straight, when aggressive driving and road rage led to a crash that injured two women. The report lists "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" as the contributing factor. One injured person recorded in the report is a 30-year-old female driver who suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg and foot; airbags deployed and a lap belt was used. Vehicle damage included right side doors and a center front end impact. The report does not list other road users involved.
30
Tractor Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway▸Jul 30 - The driver of a tractor truck rear-ended a sedan on the Staten Island Expressway. The 31-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle'.
The driver of a tractor truck struck the rear of a sedan as both vehicles traveled west on the Staten Island Expressway. One driver, a 31-year-old man in the sedan, suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded following too closely as a driver error. The truck impacted the sedan at its center back with center front damage on the truck. The report notes the injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and occupants wore lap belts and harnesses.
14Int 1339-2025
Hanks co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
30Int 0857-2024
Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
27
Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
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Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Sep 12 - On Bay St at School Rd, a sedan driver turned left and hit a 13-year-old bicyclist riding west. The child was hurt. The driver was hurt. A passenger reported injury. Police recorded driver inattention and an obstructed view.
At Bay St and School Rd on Staten Island, a sedan driver making a left turn hit a 13-year-old bicyclist riding west, going straight. The child suffered arm and hand injuries and was conscious. The driver was injured. A passenger reported an unspecified injury. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and the bicyclist was going straight. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction by the driver and View Obstructed/Limited. The report also listed Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion. The car’s right rear quarter panel was damaged, per the report.
1
Drunk Driver Rear-Ends Parked Sedan▸Sep 1 - The driver of a moving sedan hit a parked sedan on Tompkins Ave at Lynhurst. The parked driver, 57, complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver.
According to the police report, the driver of a moving Nissan went straight on Tompkins Ave and struck the center rear of a parked Nissan at Lynhurst Ave. The driver of the parked car, a 57-year-old woman, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver of the moving vehicle. Impact points show the moving car hit center front to the parked car’s center back. One occupant was injured. The report lists Alcohol Involvement as a contributing factor and does not identify other driver errors in the record.
29
Northbound Sedan Hits Two-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a northbound sedan struck a two-year-old pedestrian near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child was conscious with knee and lower-leg contusions. Police cited roadway obstruction/debris as a contributing factor.
The driver of a northbound 2017 Honda sedan, going straight, struck a two-year-old pedestrian in the roadway near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child suffered knee and lower-leg contusions and was conscious at the scene. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Obstruction/Debris."” The record lists the pedestrian location as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection" and the pedestrian action as "Other Actions in Roadway." The driver is recorded as licensed and vehicle damage is listed as none. Driver errors such as Failure to Yield are not recorded in this case.
23
Sedan strikes elder in Targee crosswalk▸Aug 23 - A northbound sedan hit a 79-year-old man crossing with the signal at Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. Center-front damage tells the story. Failure to yield. Distraction. The pedestrian bled from the head and went into shock.
A northbound sedan traveling straight struck a 79-year-old pedestrian in the intersection of Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. The man was crossing with the signal and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” were contributing factors. The vehicle showed center-front damage, aligning with an impact to a person in the crosswalk. The listed driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—put the pedestrian in harm’s path while he legally crossed. No other contributing factors were cited.
16
Jeep driver hits 10-year-old on Chestnut▸Aug 16 - A westbound Jeep driver hit a 10-year-old crossing Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins. The child suffered a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The driver was uninjured. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified for both parties.
According to the police report, a 2021 Jeep sedan traveling west on Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins struck a 10-year-old pedestrian. The child suffered a facial contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle sustained center-front damage and the driver was uninjured. The report records the pedestrian as "Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both the pedestrian and the driver and identifies no driver error codes such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Vehicle data list the pre-crash movement as "Going Straight Ahead" and the point of impact as "Center Front End."
9
Teen Driver Hurt Turning on Steuben Street▸Aug 9 - A 17-year-old driver suffered an arm contusion while making a right turn in a sedan on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue in Staten Island. Police listed Driver Inexperience and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A single-vehicle crash occurred when a 17-year-old driver made a right turn on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue and damaged the center front end of her sedan. “According to the police report …” the driver suffered a contusion to her elbow/lower arm/hand. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Police recorded the vehicle traveling northeast, pre-crash action as making a right turn, and point of impact as the center front end. The driver was conscious, not ejected, wore a lap belt, and was the sole occupant.
8
Aggressive Driving Injures Two Women on Front Street▸Aug 8 - The driver of a 2019 Audi sedan injured two women on Front Street in Staten Island. Metal buckled. One woman suffered abrasions to her lower leg and foot. Police cite aggressive driving and road rage.
"According to the police report …" the driver of a 2019 Audi sedan was traveling south on Front Street, going straight, when aggressive driving and road rage led to a crash that injured two women. The report lists "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" as the contributing factor. One injured person recorded in the report is a 30-year-old female driver who suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg and foot; airbags deployed and a lap belt was used. Vehicle damage included right side doors and a center front end impact. The report does not list other road users involved.
30
Tractor Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway▸Jul 30 - The driver of a tractor truck rear-ended a sedan on the Staten Island Expressway. The 31-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle'.
The driver of a tractor truck struck the rear of a sedan as both vehicles traveled west on the Staten Island Expressway. One driver, a 31-year-old man in the sedan, suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded following too closely as a driver error. The truck impacted the sedan at its center back with center front damage on the truck. The report notes the injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and occupants wore lap belts and harnesses.
14Int 1339-2025
Hanks co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
30Int 0857-2024
Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
18
Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Sep 1 - The driver of a moving sedan hit a parked sedan on Tompkins Ave at Lynhurst. The parked driver, 57, complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver.
According to the police report, the driver of a moving Nissan went straight on Tompkins Ave and struck the center rear of a parked Nissan at Lynhurst Ave. The driver of the parked car, a 57-year-old woman, was injured and complained of back pain and whiplash. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement by the driver of the moving vehicle. Impact points show the moving car hit center front to the parked car’s center back. One occupant was injured. The report lists Alcohol Involvement as a contributing factor and does not identify other driver errors in the record.
29
Northbound Sedan Hits Two-Year-Old Pedestrian▸Aug 29 - The driver of a northbound sedan struck a two-year-old pedestrian near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child was conscious with knee and lower-leg contusions. Police cited roadway obstruction/debris as a contributing factor.
The driver of a northbound 2017 Honda sedan, going straight, struck a two-year-old pedestrian in the roadway near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child suffered knee and lower-leg contusions and was conscious at the scene. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Obstruction/Debris."” The record lists the pedestrian location as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection" and the pedestrian action as "Other Actions in Roadway." The driver is recorded as licensed and vehicle damage is listed as none. Driver errors such as Failure to Yield are not recorded in this case.
23
Sedan strikes elder in Targee crosswalk▸Aug 23 - A northbound sedan hit a 79-year-old man crossing with the signal at Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. Center-front damage tells the story. Failure to yield. Distraction. The pedestrian bled from the head and went into shock.
A northbound sedan traveling straight struck a 79-year-old pedestrian in the intersection of Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. The man was crossing with the signal and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” were contributing factors. The vehicle showed center-front damage, aligning with an impact to a person in the crosswalk. The listed driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—put the pedestrian in harm’s path while he legally crossed. No other contributing factors were cited.
16
Jeep driver hits 10-year-old on Chestnut▸Aug 16 - A westbound Jeep driver hit a 10-year-old crossing Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins. The child suffered a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The driver was uninjured. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified for both parties.
According to the police report, a 2021 Jeep sedan traveling west on Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins struck a 10-year-old pedestrian. The child suffered a facial contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle sustained center-front damage and the driver was uninjured. The report records the pedestrian as "Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both the pedestrian and the driver and identifies no driver error codes such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Vehicle data list the pre-crash movement as "Going Straight Ahead" and the point of impact as "Center Front End."
9
Teen Driver Hurt Turning on Steuben Street▸Aug 9 - A 17-year-old driver suffered an arm contusion while making a right turn in a sedan on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue in Staten Island. Police listed Driver Inexperience and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A single-vehicle crash occurred when a 17-year-old driver made a right turn on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue and damaged the center front end of her sedan. “According to the police report …” the driver suffered a contusion to her elbow/lower arm/hand. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Police recorded the vehicle traveling northeast, pre-crash action as making a right turn, and point of impact as the center front end. The driver was conscious, not ejected, wore a lap belt, and was the sole occupant.
8
Aggressive Driving Injures Two Women on Front Street▸Aug 8 - The driver of a 2019 Audi sedan injured two women on Front Street in Staten Island. Metal buckled. One woman suffered abrasions to her lower leg and foot. Police cite aggressive driving and road rage.
"According to the police report …" the driver of a 2019 Audi sedan was traveling south on Front Street, going straight, when aggressive driving and road rage led to a crash that injured two women. The report lists "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" as the contributing factor. One injured person recorded in the report is a 30-year-old female driver who suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg and foot; airbags deployed and a lap belt was used. Vehicle damage included right side doors and a center front end impact. The report does not list other road users involved.
30
Tractor Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway▸Jul 30 - The driver of a tractor truck rear-ended a sedan on the Staten Island Expressway. The 31-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle'.
The driver of a tractor truck struck the rear of a sedan as both vehicles traveled west on the Staten Island Expressway. One driver, a 31-year-old man in the sedan, suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded following too closely as a driver error. The truck impacted the sedan at its center back with center front damage on the truck. The report notes the injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and occupants wore lap belts and harnesses.
14Int 1339-2025
Hanks co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
30Int 0857-2024
Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
27
Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
18
Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Aug 29 - The driver of a northbound sedan struck a two-year-old pedestrian near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child was conscious with knee and lower-leg contusions. Police cited roadway obstruction/debris as a contributing factor.
The driver of a northbound 2017 Honda sedan, going straight, struck a two-year-old pedestrian in the roadway near 209 St Marys Ave in Staten Island. The child suffered knee and lower-leg contusions and was conscious at the scene. “According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Obstruction/Debris."” The record lists the pedestrian location as "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Not at Intersection" and the pedestrian action as "Other Actions in Roadway." The driver is recorded as licensed and vehicle damage is listed as none. Driver errors such as Failure to Yield are not recorded in this case.
23
Sedan strikes elder in Targee crosswalk▸Aug 23 - A northbound sedan hit a 79-year-old man crossing with the signal at Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. Center-front damage tells the story. Failure to yield. Distraction. The pedestrian bled from the head and went into shock.
A northbound sedan traveling straight struck a 79-year-old pedestrian in the intersection of Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. The man was crossing with the signal and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” were contributing factors. The vehicle showed center-front damage, aligning with an impact to a person in the crosswalk. The listed driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—put the pedestrian in harm’s path while he legally crossed. No other contributing factors were cited.
16
Jeep driver hits 10-year-old on Chestnut▸Aug 16 - A westbound Jeep driver hit a 10-year-old crossing Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins. The child suffered a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The driver was uninjured. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified for both parties.
According to the police report, a 2021 Jeep sedan traveling west on Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins struck a 10-year-old pedestrian. The child suffered a facial contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle sustained center-front damage and the driver was uninjured. The report records the pedestrian as "Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both the pedestrian and the driver and identifies no driver error codes such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Vehicle data list the pre-crash movement as "Going Straight Ahead" and the point of impact as "Center Front End."
9
Teen Driver Hurt Turning on Steuben Street▸Aug 9 - A 17-year-old driver suffered an arm contusion while making a right turn in a sedan on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue in Staten Island. Police listed Driver Inexperience and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A single-vehicle crash occurred when a 17-year-old driver made a right turn on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue and damaged the center front end of her sedan. “According to the police report …” the driver suffered a contusion to her elbow/lower arm/hand. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Police recorded the vehicle traveling northeast, pre-crash action as making a right turn, and point of impact as the center front end. The driver was conscious, not ejected, wore a lap belt, and was the sole occupant.
8
Aggressive Driving Injures Two Women on Front Street▸Aug 8 - The driver of a 2019 Audi sedan injured two women on Front Street in Staten Island. Metal buckled. One woman suffered abrasions to her lower leg and foot. Police cite aggressive driving and road rage.
"According to the police report …" the driver of a 2019 Audi sedan was traveling south on Front Street, going straight, when aggressive driving and road rage led to a crash that injured two women. The report lists "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" as the contributing factor. One injured person recorded in the report is a 30-year-old female driver who suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg and foot; airbags deployed and a lap belt was used. Vehicle damage included right side doors and a center front end impact. The report does not list other road users involved.
30
Tractor Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway▸Jul 30 - The driver of a tractor truck rear-ended a sedan on the Staten Island Expressway. The 31-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle'.
The driver of a tractor truck struck the rear of a sedan as both vehicles traveled west on the Staten Island Expressway. One driver, a 31-year-old man in the sedan, suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded following too closely as a driver error. The truck impacted the sedan at its center back with center front damage on the truck. The report notes the injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and occupants wore lap belts and harnesses.
14Int 1339-2025
Hanks co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
30Int 0857-2024
Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
27
Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
18
Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Aug 23 - A northbound sedan hit a 79-year-old man crossing with the signal at Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. Center-front damage tells the story. Failure to yield. Distraction. The pedestrian bled from the head and went into shock.
A northbound sedan traveling straight struck a 79-year-old pedestrian in the intersection of Targee Street and Vanderbilt Avenue. The man was crossing with the signal and suffered a head injury with minor bleeding and shock. According to the police report “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” were contributing factors. The vehicle showed center-front damage, aligning with an impact to a person in the crosswalk. The listed driver errors—failure to yield and distraction—put the pedestrian in harm’s path while he legally crossed. No other contributing factors were cited.
16
Jeep driver hits 10-year-old on Chestnut▸Aug 16 - A westbound Jeep driver hit a 10-year-old crossing Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins. The child suffered a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The driver was uninjured. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified for both parties.
According to the police report, a 2021 Jeep sedan traveling west on Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins struck a 10-year-old pedestrian. The child suffered a facial contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle sustained center-front damage and the driver was uninjured. The report records the pedestrian as "Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both the pedestrian and the driver and identifies no driver error codes such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Vehicle data list the pre-crash movement as "Going Straight Ahead" and the point of impact as "Center Front End."
9
Teen Driver Hurt Turning on Steuben Street▸Aug 9 - A 17-year-old driver suffered an arm contusion while making a right turn in a sedan on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue in Staten Island. Police listed Driver Inexperience and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A single-vehicle crash occurred when a 17-year-old driver made a right turn on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue and damaged the center front end of her sedan. “According to the police report …” the driver suffered a contusion to her elbow/lower arm/hand. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Police recorded the vehicle traveling northeast, pre-crash action as making a right turn, and point of impact as the center front end. The driver was conscious, not ejected, wore a lap belt, and was the sole occupant.
8
Aggressive Driving Injures Two Women on Front Street▸Aug 8 - The driver of a 2019 Audi sedan injured two women on Front Street in Staten Island. Metal buckled. One woman suffered abrasions to her lower leg and foot. Police cite aggressive driving and road rage.
"According to the police report …" the driver of a 2019 Audi sedan was traveling south on Front Street, going straight, when aggressive driving and road rage led to a crash that injured two women. The report lists "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" as the contributing factor. One injured person recorded in the report is a 30-year-old female driver who suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg and foot; airbags deployed and a lap belt was used. Vehicle damage included right side doors and a center front end impact. The report does not list other road users involved.
30
Tractor Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway▸Jul 30 - The driver of a tractor truck rear-ended a sedan on the Staten Island Expressway. The 31-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle'.
The driver of a tractor truck struck the rear of a sedan as both vehicles traveled west on the Staten Island Expressway. One driver, a 31-year-old man in the sedan, suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded following too closely as a driver error. The truck impacted the sedan at its center back with center front damage on the truck. The report notes the injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and occupants wore lap belts and harnesses.
14Int 1339-2025
Hanks co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
30Int 0857-2024
Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
27
Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
18
Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Aug 16 - A westbound Jeep driver hit a 10-year-old crossing Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins. The child suffered a facial contusion and stayed conscious. The driver was uninjured. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified for both parties.
According to the police report, a 2021 Jeep sedan traveling west on Chestnut Avenue at Tompkins struck a 10-year-old pedestrian. The child suffered a facial contusion and remained conscious. The vehicle sustained center-front damage and the driver was uninjured. The report records the pedestrian as "Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk." The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified" for both the pedestrian and the driver and identifies no driver error codes such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed. Vehicle data list the pre-crash movement as "Going Straight Ahead" and the point of impact as "Center Front End."
9
Teen Driver Hurt Turning on Steuben Street▸Aug 9 - A 17-year-old driver suffered an arm contusion while making a right turn in a sedan on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue in Staten Island. Police listed Driver Inexperience and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A single-vehicle crash occurred when a 17-year-old driver made a right turn on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue and damaged the center front end of her sedan. “According to the police report …” the driver suffered a contusion to her elbow/lower arm/hand. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Police recorded the vehicle traveling northeast, pre-crash action as making a right turn, and point of impact as the center front end. The driver was conscious, not ejected, wore a lap belt, and was the sole occupant.
8
Aggressive Driving Injures Two Women on Front Street▸Aug 8 - The driver of a 2019 Audi sedan injured two women on Front Street in Staten Island. Metal buckled. One woman suffered abrasions to her lower leg and foot. Police cite aggressive driving and road rage.
"According to the police report …" the driver of a 2019 Audi sedan was traveling south on Front Street, going straight, when aggressive driving and road rage led to a crash that injured two women. The report lists "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" as the contributing factor. One injured person recorded in the report is a 30-year-old female driver who suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg and foot; airbags deployed and a lap belt was used. Vehicle damage included right side doors and a center front end impact. The report does not list other road users involved.
30
Tractor Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway▸Jul 30 - The driver of a tractor truck rear-ended a sedan on the Staten Island Expressway. The 31-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle'.
The driver of a tractor truck struck the rear of a sedan as both vehicles traveled west on the Staten Island Expressway. One driver, a 31-year-old man in the sedan, suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded following too closely as a driver error. The truck impacted the sedan at its center back with center front damage on the truck. The report notes the injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and occupants wore lap belts and harnesses.
14Int 1339-2025
Hanks co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
30Int 0857-2024
Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
27
Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
18
Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Aug 9 - A 17-year-old driver suffered an arm contusion while making a right turn in a sedan on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue in Staten Island. Police listed Driver Inexperience and Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A single-vehicle crash occurred when a 17-year-old driver made a right turn on Steuben Street at Mosel Avenue and damaged the center front end of her sedan. “According to the police report …” the driver suffered a contusion to her elbow/lower arm/hand. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Police recorded the vehicle traveling northeast, pre-crash action as making a right turn, and point of impact as the center front end. The driver was conscious, not ejected, wore a lap belt, and was the sole occupant.
8
Aggressive Driving Injures Two Women on Front Street▸Aug 8 - The driver of a 2019 Audi sedan injured two women on Front Street in Staten Island. Metal buckled. One woman suffered abrasions to her lower leg and foot. Police cite aggressive driving and road rage.
"According to the police report …" the driver of a 2019 Audi sedan was traveling south on Front Street, going straight, when aggressive driving and road rage led to a crash that injured two women. The report lists "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" as the contributing factor. One injured person recorded in the report is a 30-year-old female driver who suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg and foot; airbags deployed and a lap belt was used. Vehicle damage included right side doors and a center front end impact. The report does not list other road users involved.
30
Tractor Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway▸Jul 30 - The driver of a tractor truck rear-ended a sedan on the Staten Island Expressway. The 31-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle'.
The driver of a tractor truck struck the rear of a sedan as both vehicles traveled west on the Staten Island Expressway. One driver, a 31-year-old man in the sedan, suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded following too closely as a driver error. The truck impacted the sedan at its center back with center front damage on the truck. The report notes the injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and occupants wore lap belts and harnesses.
14Int 1339-2025
Hanks co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
30Int 0857-2024
Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
27
Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
18
Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Aug 8 - The driver of a 2019 Audi sedan injured two women on Front Street in Staten Island. Metal buckled. One woman suffered abrasions to her lower leg and foot. Police cite aggressive driving and road rage.
"According to the police report …" the driver of a 2019 Audi sedan was traveling south on Front Street, going straight, when aggressive driving and road rage led to a crash that injured two women. The report lists "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" as the contributing factor. One injured person recorded in the report is a 30-year-old female driver who suffered abrasions to her knee, lower leg and foot; airbags deployed and a lap belt was used. Vehicle damage included right side doors and a center front end impact. The report does not list other road users involved.
30
Tractor Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway▸Jul 30 - The driver of a tractor truck rear-ended a sedan on the Staten Island Expressway. The 31-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle'.
The driver of a tractor truck struck the rear of a sedan as both vehicles traveled west on the Staten Island Expressway. One driver, a 31-year-old man in the sedan, suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded following too closely as a driver error. The truck impacted the sedan at its center back with center front damage on the truck. The report notes the injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and occupants wore lap belts and harnesses.
14Int 1339-2025
Hanks co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
30Int 0857-2024
Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
27
Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
18
Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Jul 30 - The driver of a tractor truck rear-ended a sedan on the Staten Island Expressway. The 31-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cited 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle'.
The driver of a tractor truck struck the rear of a sedan as both vehicles traveled west on the Staten Island Expressway. One driver, a 31-year-old man in the sedan, suffered a neck injury and complained of whiplash. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' Police recorded following too closely as a driver error. The truck impacted the sedan at its center back with center front damage on the truck. The report notes the injured driver was conscious, not ejected, and occupants wore lap belts and harnesses.
14Int 1339-2025
Hanks co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
-
File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
30Int 0857-2024
Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
27
Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
18
Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
- File Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-07-14
30Int 0857-2024
Hanks votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
27
Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
18
Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30
27
Distracted Drivers Collide on Hylan Boulevard▸Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
23
Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
-
Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
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SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
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Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Jun 27 - Two sedans crashed on Hylan Boulevard. Driver distraction left a 14-year-old girl and two men hurt. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Hylan Boulevard and Narrows Road North on Staten Island. A 14-year-old passenger suffered facial abrasions. Two male drivers, ages 31 and 48, reported pain and head or chest injuries. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The crash left three others with unspecified injuries. Driver inattention was the only contributing factor listed. The impact hit the front ends of both cars. No other causes were cited in the report.
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Pirozzolo Criticizes Safety Boosting Speed Camera Program▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
23
Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
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SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
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Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
- Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-23
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Scarcella-Spanton Opposes Safety-Boosting Speed Camera Reauthorization▸Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
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Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-23
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SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
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Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.
On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.
- Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-23
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SUVs Collide on Tompkins Avenue, Passenger Hurt▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
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Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Jun 18 - Two SUVs crashed at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road. One rear passenger suffered a bruised shoulder. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control ignored. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Tompkins Avenue and Fingerboard Road in Staten Island. According to the police report, a rear passenger, age 51, was injured with a shoulder contusion. The crash involved multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The impact left one person hurt and several shaken. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report points to driver errors as the cause of the crash.
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Improper Lane Change Injures Driver on School Road▸Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
Jun 18 - Two sedans collided on School Road. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite improper passing and unsafe lane changes. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed on School Road at Dennis Torricelli Sr Street in Staten Island. According to the police report, one driver was injured in the head and suffered whiplash. The crash involved a U-turn and a vehicle going straight. Police list 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver wore a lap belt. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.