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 1
▸ Crush Injuries 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 2
▸ Severe Lacerations 2
▸ Concussion 5
▸ Whiplash 24
▸ Contusion/Bruise 27
▸ Abrasion 17
▸ Pain/Nausea 8
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Port Richmond’s long bleed on Castleton Avenue
Port Richmond: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 2, 2025
Just after 1 AM on Aug 5, 2025, a 13-year-old on a moped hit an MTA bus on Castleton Avenue. He was taken to Richmond University Medical Center in critical condition with a head injury (ABC7, amNY).
Since Jan 1, 2022, Port Richmond has recorded 735 crashes, with 364 people injured and 1 person killed, according to city data (NYC Open Data).
The corner keeps taking
Castleton Avenue leads the injury count here. City records show 33 injuries and one serious injury on that corridor in the period covered (NYC Open Data). The worst outcome in this neighborhood came at 974 Post Avenue on Jul 2, 2023, when a turning Audi sedan struck a man in the crosswalk; he died at the scene (NYC crash record, ID 4642632).
Injuries spike around the evening rush. The 5 PM hour logged 31 injuries, with high counts at 6 PM and 9 PM too, a pattern that repeats day after day in the data we reviewed (NYC Open Data).
What the records say
Pedestrians are hit most often by sedans and SUVs in this area. The city’s rollup shows 58 pedestrian injuries and 1 death tied to those vehicle types during the span covered (NYC Open Data).
Named contributing factors include driver inattention and unsafe speed in the official reports, alongside many entries marked “unspecified.” The April 19, 2025 crash that injured a male pedestrian off Treadwell Avenue lists “unsafe speed” in the file (NYC crash record, ID 4807098).
The bus, the boy, the paper trail
Police said the moped went through a stop sign and hit the bus at Castleton and Park, and that the investigation is ongoing (amNY). ABC7 reported the boy’s critical head injury; the bus operator and three passengers were not hurt (ABC7). We note what is printed. The ledger of harm is larger.
Fix the street, slow the cars
This neighborhood’s map is not a mystery. Castleton Avenue is a corridor of injury. Post Avenue has a death on the books. The fixes are standard: daylight corners, harden turns, give pedestrians a head start, and add real traffic-calming on the injury blocks. Target evening hours when the body count climbs. Enforce yielding and speeding at the known hot spots.
Citywide, the tools sit on the table. The Senate’s repeat speeder bill — S4045 — advanced in June; State Sen. Jessica Scarcella‑Spanton voted yes in committee (Open States). On speed cameras around schools, she voted no on reauthorization this summer, while Assembly Member Charles Fall voted yes (Streetsblog).
The next move is ours
Lowering speeds saves lives. New York now has the power to set safer limits and to rein in repeat speeders. Use it. Tell your representatives to act. Start here: Take action.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Teen Critically Hurt In Moped-Bus Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-08-05
- Teen Moped Rider Hit By MTA Bus, amNY, Published 2025-08-05
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-02
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-23
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Charles Fall
District 61
Council Member Kamillah Hanks
District 49
State Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton
District 23
▸ Other Geographies
Port Richmond Port Richmond sits in Staten Island, Precinct 121, District 49, AD 61, SD 23, Staten Island CB1.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Port Richmond
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Driver who hit three pedestrians in Brooklyn, killing one, had been struck by second vehicle: NYPD▸
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Driver who hit three pedestrians in Brooklyn, killing one, had been struck by second vehicle: NYPD,
amny,
Published 2025-10-17
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Left-turn pickup driver hits woman on Post Ave▸Oct 14 - A pickup driver turned left at Post Ave and Decker Ave and hit a 25-year-old woman in the intersection. She had the signal. She suffered a head wound. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a pickup truck made a left turn at Post Ave and Decker Ave on Staten Island and hit a 25-year-old woman in the intersection. She sustained a head injury and was conscious on scene. According to the police report, the driver was 'Making Left Turn' and police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver. The truck’s left front quarter took the impact. The pedestrian was listed at the intersection. No other injuries were recorded. Police listed the driver as licensed.
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Speeding pickup driver hits NYPD on Albion▸Oct 13 - Police recorded unsafe speed. A pickup driver in a police pursuit hit an NYPD vehicle at Albion Pl and Heberton Ave on Staten Island. The 35-year-old front passenger was hurt. The 25-year-old driver was also injured. Airbags deployed.
On Staten Island at Albion Pl and Heberton Ave, the driver of a pickup collided with an NYPD vehicle. The 35-year-old front passenger was injured, reporting lower-leg pain. The 25-year-old driver had abrasions and a leg injury. Both were conscious and airbags deployed. According to the police report, the crash involved a "Pick-up Truck" at "ALBION PL" and "HEBERTON AVE." The pickup’s pre-crash action was "Police Pursuit" and the NYPD vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." Police recorded "Unsafe Speed" by the driver.
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Port Richmond bus driver hits stopped sedan▸Oct 10 - At Port Richmond Ave and Castleton Ave on Staten Island, a bus driver turned right and hit a stopped sedan. The 29-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. Police recorded traffic control disregarded and driver inattention.
On Port Richmond Ave at Castleton Ave in Staten Island, the driver of a bus made a right turn and hit the left rear of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The sedan’s driver, a 29-year-old man, was injured and reported neck pain. According to the police report, the bus was turning right and the sedan was stopped. Officers recorded “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” as contributing factors. Police listed driver inattention for those involved. The record shows damage at the bus’s right front bumper and the sedan’s left rear bumper.
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Left-turning SUV driver hits boy on Castleton▸Oct 10 - A left-turning SUV driver hit an 11-year-old boy crossing Castleton near Jewett in Staten Island. He suffered leg injuries. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
An 11-year-old boy was hit while crossing on Castleton Avenue in Staten Island. According to the police report, the driver of a 2024 Volkswagen SUV was making a left turn, traveling south, and hit him near Jewett Avenue. The impact was to the right front bumper. The boy suffered injuries to his lower leg and foot and was conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and for the pedestrian. The crash was logged in the 120th Precinct area. No driver injuries were detailed in the report.
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Charles and Sharpe left-turn crash injures 20-year-old▸Oct 9 - Two SUV drivers met at Charles and Sharpe on Staten Island. One turned left. The eastbound driver hit her left rear. Police noted "Obstruction/Debris" and "View Obstructed/Limited." The 20-year-old driver was hurt. The other driver reported no injury.
Two SUV drivers collided at Charles Ave and Sharpe Ave on Staten Island. The westbound driver turned left. The eastbound driver hit the left rear of the turning SUV. A 20-year-old woman driving was injured and reported whiplash. The other driver reported no injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Obstruction/Debris" and "View Obstructed/Limited." Police recorded "View Obstructed/Limited" for both drivers. The eastbound SUV showed damage to the left front bumper. The turning SUV showed damage to the left rear quarter panel. Both vehicles were Honda SUVs. Licensing was current for both drivers.
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Richmond Terrace Motorcycle-Car Crash Injures Pedestrian▸Oct 3 - A motorcyclist and a car driver crashed on Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street. A man on foot went down hard with fractures. The motorcyclist was hurt. Police recorded improper passing or lane usage by a driver.
On Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street in Staten Island, a crash involving a motorcycle traveling east and a westbound sedan injured a pedestrian. The pedestrian, a 36-year-old man, suffered fractures and dislocation injuries. The motorcyclist, 25, was also injured. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" contributed to the collision. Police recorded that driver error, and listed other factors as unspecified. The motorcycle driver held a permit. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. The report lists the sedan as previously stopped in traffic before the impact. No contributing factors were assigned to the pedestrian.
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Bus driver hits parked box truck, Richmond Terrace▸Oct 3 - Before dawn on Staten Island, a bus driver going south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road. A 45-year-old driver suffered a head injury. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A bus driver traveling south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road on Staten Island at 5:33 a.m. The bus had right front damage. The truck showed right rear damage. One driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash. A 35-year-old driver was listed with unspecified injury. "According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction." The box truck was parked at the time. The bus driver was going straight. Both drivers were licensed.
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Fall mentioned in Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports▸
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Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports,
AMNY,
Published 2025-10-02
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SUV driver hits left-turning sedan on Decker▸Sep 6 - On Decker at Orange, a driver in an SUV passed northbound and hit a sedan turning left. A 77-year-old driver was hurt with an arm abrasion. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right.
Two northbound drivers collided at Decker Avenue and Orange Avenue at 4:29 p.m. The driver of an SUV was passing. The driver of a sedan was making a left turn. A 77-year-old driver suffered an arm abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, the SUV showed right-front damage and the sedan’s left side was hit. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right as a contributing factor. The report lists the SUV as a 2024 Jeep and the sedan as a 2007 Toyota. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Charles Fall Backs Safety-Boosting Center-Running Bus Lanes▸Sep 5 - City will install center-running bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue from Livingston St. to Grand Army Plaza this fall. Lanes move buses to the center, calm traffic, add median refuges, and tighten crossings — improving safety for pedestrians and transit riders.
Bill number: none. Status: DOT announcement; installation slated for fall 2025. Committee: none recorded. The matter is titled: "City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall." Brooklyn Paper reported the Sept. 5, 2025 announcement. No council sponsors are listed. Assembly member Charles Fall backed the safety-boosting plan. Adam Daly issued the release. DOT plans center-running lanes from Livingston Street to Grand Army Plaza. Safety analysts say center-running bus lanes can calm traffic, reduce turning and curb conflicts, encourage transit mode shift, and add median refuges that improve crossings. Cyclist gains are smaller without protected bike lanes, but overall safety for pedestrians and transit riders should improve.
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City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-09-05
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Driver Hits 47-Year-Old Woman in Crosswalk▸Sep 1 - A driver hit a 47-year-old woman in the Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave crosswalk. She had the signal. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions. The report lists no driver contributing factors.
A driver hit a 47-year-old woman at the intersection of Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave on Staten Island late at night. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection" and "Crossing With Signal." The vehicle is listed as "Unspecified." The report lists no driver contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as chest trauma and abrasions. No other victims are listed. The report shows the impact occurring while the pedestrian had the signal.
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Unlicensed driver hits backing sedan on Post Ave▸Aug 28 - An unlicensed driver in a westbound sedan struck a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue. A 26-year-old driver sustained knee and lower‑leg injuries. Police flagged alcohol involvement. Passengers were listed.
According to the police report, a westbound Toyota sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck the left side doors of a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue in Staten Island. The 26-year-old male driver was injured, with knee and lower‑leg trauma recorded. Passengers were present; their injuries were not detailed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was Alcohol Involvement. Police recorded backing into traffic by one vehicle and operation by an unlicensed driver. The record notes damage to the Toyota’s right front quarter panel and to the Honda’s left side doors.
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Distracted driver rear-ends two stopped sedans▸Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
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Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
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NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
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Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
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Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
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Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
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Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
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Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
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Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
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Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
- Driver who hit three pedestrians in Brooklyn, killing one, had been struck by second vehicle: NYPD, amny, Published 2025-10-17
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Left-turn pickup driver hits woman on Post Ave▸Oct 14 - A pickup driver turned left at Post Ave and Decker Ave and hit a 25-year-old woman in the intersection. She had the signal. She suffered a head wound. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a pickup truck made a left turn at Post Ave and Decker Ave on Staten Island and hit a 25-year-old woman in the intersection. She sustained a head injury and was conscious on scene. According to the police report, the driver was 'Making Left Turn' and police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver. The truck’s left front quarter took the impact. The pedestrian was listed at the intersection. No other injuries were recorded. Police listed the driver as licensed.
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Speeding pickup driver hits NYPD on Albion▸Oct 13 - Police recorded unsafe speed. A pickup driver in a police pursuit hit an NYPD vehicle at Albion Pl and Heberton Ave on Staten Island. The 35-year-old front passenger was hurt. The 25-year-old driver was also injured. Airbags deployed.
On Staten Island at Albion Pl and Heberton Ave, the driver of a pickup collided with an NYPD vehicle. The 35-year-old front passenger was injured, reporting lower-leg pain. The 25-year-old driver had abrasions and a leg injury. Both were conscious and airbags deployed. According to the police report, the crash involved a "Pick-up Truck" at "ALBION PL" and "HEBERTON AVE." The pickup’s pre-crash action was "Police Pursuit" and the NYPD vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." Police recorded "Unsafe Speed" by the driver.
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Port Richmond bus driver hits stopped sedan▸Oct 10 - At Port Richmond Ave and Castleton Ave on Staten Island, a bus driver turned right and hit a stopped sedan. The 29-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. Police recorded traffic control disregarded and driver inattention.
On Port Richmond Ave at Castleton Ave in Staten Island, the driver of a bus made a right turn and hit the left rear of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The sedan’s driver, a 29-year-old man, was injured and reported neck pain. According to the police report, the bus was turning right and the sedan was stopped. Officers recorded “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” as contributing factors. Police listed driver inattention for those involved. The record shows damage at the bus’s right front bumper and the sedan’s left rear bumper.
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Left-turning SUV driver hits boy on Castleton▸Oct 10 - A left-turning SUV driver hit an 11-year-old boy crossing Castleton near Jewett in Staten Island. He suffered leg injuries. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
An 11-year-old boy was hit while crossing on Castleton Avenue in Staten Island. According to the police report, the driver of a 2024 Volkswagen SUV was making a left turn, traveling south, and hit him near Jewett Avenue. The impact was to the right front bumper. The boy suffered injuries to his lower leg and foot and was conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and for the pedestrian. The crash was logged in the 120th Precinct area. No driver injuries were detailed in the report.
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Charles and Sharpe left-turn crash injures 20-year-old▸Oct 9 - Two SUV drivers met at Charles and Sharpe on Staten Island. One turned left. The eastbound driver hit her left rear. Police noted "Obstruction/Debris" and "View Obstructed/Limited." The 20-year-old driver was hurt. The other driver reported no injury.
Two SUV drivers collided at Charles Ave and Sharpe Ave on Staten Island. The westbound driver turned left. The eastbound driver hit the left rear of the turning SUV. A 20-year-old woman driving was injured and reported whiplash. The other driver reported no injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Obstruction/Debris" and "View Obstructed/Limited." Police recorded "View Obstructed/Limited" for both drivers. The eastbound SUV showed damage to the left front bumper. The turning SUV showed damage to the left rear quarter panel. Both vehicles were Honda SUVs. Licensing was current for both drivers.
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Richmond Terrace Motorcycle-Car Crash Injures Pedestrian▸Oct 3 - A motorcyclist and a car driver crashed on Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street. A man on foot went down hard with fractures. The motorcyclist was hurt. Police recorded improper passing or lane usage by a driver.
On Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street in Staten Island, a crash involving a motorcycle traveling east and a westbound sedan injured a pedestrian. The pedestrian, a 36-year-old man, suffered fractures and dislocation injuries. The motorcyclist, 25, was also injured. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" contributed to the collision. Police recorded that driver error, and listed other factors as unspecified. The motorcycle driver held a permit. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. The report lists the sedan as previously stopped in traffic before the impact. No contributing factors were assigned to the pedestrian.
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Bus driver hits parked box truck, Richmond Terrace▸Oct 3 - Before dawn on Staten Island, a bus driver going south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road. A 45-year-old driver suffered a head injury. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A bus driver traveling south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road on Staten Island at 5:33 a.m. The bus had right front damage. The truck showed right rear damage. One driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash. A 35-year-old driver was listed with unspecified injury. "According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction." The box truck was parked at the time. The bus driver was going straight. Both drivers were licensed.
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Fall mentioned in Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports▸
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Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports,
AMNY,
Published 2025-10-02
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SUV driver hits left-turning sedan on Decker▸Sep 6 - On Decker at Orange, a driver in an SUV passed northbound and hit a sedan turning left. A 77-year-old driver was hurt with an arm abrasion. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right.
Two northbound drivers collided at Decker Avenue and Orange Avenue at 4:29 p.m. The driver of an SUV was passing. The driver of a sedan was making a left turn. A 77-year-old driver suffered an arm abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, the SUV showed right-front damage and the sedan’s left side was hit. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right as a contributing factor. The report lists the SUV as a 2024 Jeep and the sedan as a 2007 Toyota. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Charles Fall Backs Safety-Boosting Center-Running Bus Lanes▸Sep 5 - City will install center-running bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue from Livingston St. to Grand Army Plaza this fall. Lanes move buses to the center, calm traffic, add median refuges, and tighten crossings — improving safety for pedestrians and transit riders.
Bill number: none. Status: DOT announcement; installation slated for fall 2025. Committee: none recorded. The matter is titled: "City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall." Brooklyn Paper reported the Sept. 5, 2025 announcement. No council sponsors are listed. Assembly member Charles Fall backed the safety-boosting plan. Adam Daly issued the release. DOT plans center-running lanes from Livingston Street to Grand Army Plaza. Safety analysts say center-running bus lanes can calm traffic, reduce turning and curb conflicts, encourage transit mode shift, and add median refuges that improve crossings. Cyclist gains are smaller without protected bike lanes, but overall safety for pedestrians and transit riders should improve.
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City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-09-05
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Driver Hits 47-Year-Old Woman in Crosswalk▸Sep 1 - A driver hit a 47-year-old woman in the Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave crosswalk. She had the signal. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions. The report lists no driver contributing factors.
A driver hit a 47-year-old woman at the intersection of Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave on Staten Island late at night. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection" and "Crossing With Signal." The vehicle is listed as "Unspecified." The report lists no driver contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as chest trauma and abrasions. No other victims are listed. The report shows the impact occurring while the pedestrian had the signal.
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Unlicensed driver hits backing sedan on Post Ave▸Aug 28 - An unlicensed driver in a westbound sedan struck a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue. A 26-year-old driver sustained knee and lower‑leg injuries. Police flagged alcohol involvement. Passengers were listed.
According to the police report, a westbound Toyota sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck the left side doors of a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue in Staten Island. The 26-year-old male driver was injured, with knee and lower‑leg trauma recorded. Passengers were present; their injuries were not detailed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was Alcohol Involvement. Police recorded backing into traffic by one vehicle and operation by an unlicensed driver. The record notes damage to the Toyota’s right front quarter panel and to the Honda’s left side doors.
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Distracted driver rear-ends two stopped sedans▸Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
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Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
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NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
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Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
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Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
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Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
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Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Oct 14 - A pickup driver turned left at Post Ave and Decker Ave and hit a 25-year-old woman in the intersection. She had the signal. She suffered a head wound. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a pickup truck made a left turn at Post Ave and Decker Ave on Staten Island and hit a 25-year-old woman in the intersection. She sustained a head injury and was conscious on scene. According to the police report, the driver was 'Making Left Turn' and police recorded 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver. The truck’s left front quarter took the impact. The pedestrian was listed at the intersection. No other injuries were recorded. Police listed the driver as licensed.
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Speeding pickup driver hits NYPD on Albion▸Oct 13 - Police recorded unsafe speed. A pickup driver in a police pursuit hit an NYPD vehicle at Albion Pl and Heberton Ave on Staten Island. The 35-year-old front passenger was hurt. The 25-year-old driver was also injured. Airbags deployed.
On Staten Island at Albion Pl and Heberton Ave, the driver of a pickup collided with an NYPD vehicle. The 35-year-old front passenger was injured, reporting lower-leg pain. The 25-year-old driver had abrasions and a leg injury. Both were conscious and airbags deployed. According to the police report, the crash involved a "Pick-up Truck" at "ALBION PL" and "HEBERTON AVE." The pickup’s pre-crash action was "Police Pursuit" and the NYPD vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." Police recorded "Unsafe Speed" by the driver.
10
Port Richmond bus driver hits stopped sedan▸Oct 10 - At Port Richmond Ave and Castleton Ave on Staten Island, a bus driver turned right and hit a stopped sedan. The 29-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. Police recorded traffic control disregarded and driver inattention.
On Port Richmond Ave at Castleton Ave in Staten Island, the driver of a bus made a right turn and hit the left rear of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The sedan’s driver, a 29-year-old man, was injured and reported neck pain. According to the police report, the bus was turning right and the sedan was stopped. Officers recorded “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” as contributing factors. Police listed driver inattention for those involved. The record shows damage at the bus’s right front bumper and the sedan’s left rear bumper.
10
Left-turning SUV driver hits boy on Castleton▸Oct 10 - A left-turning SUV driver hit an 11-year-old boy crossing Castleton near Jewett in Staten Island. He suffered leg injuries. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
An 11-year-old boy was hit while crossing on Castleton Avenue in Staten Island. According to the police report, the driver of a 2024 Volkswagen SUV was making a left turn, traveling south, and hit him near Jewett Avenue. The impact was to the right front bumper. The boy suffered injuries to his lower leg and foot and was conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and for the pedestrian. The crash was logged in the 120th Precinct area. No driver injuries were detailed in the report.
9
Charles and Sharpe left-turn crash injures 20-year-old▸Oct 9 - Two SUV drivers met at Charles and Sharpe on Staten Island. One turned left. The eastbound driver hit her left rear. Police noted "Obstruction/Debris" and "View Obstructed/Limited." The 20-year-old driver was hurt. The other driver reported no injury.
Two SUV drivers collided at Charles Ave and Sharpe Ave on Staten Island. The westbound driver turned left. The eastbound driver hit the left rear of the turning SUV. A 20-year-old woman driving was injured and reported whiplash. The other driver reported no injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Obstruction/Debris" and "View Obstructed/Limited." Police recorded "View Obstructed/Limited" for both drivers. The eastbound SUV showed damage to the left front bumper. The turning SUV showed damage to the left rear quarter panel. Both vehicles were Honda SUVs. Licensing was current for both drivers.
3
Richmond Terrace Motorcycle-Car Crash Injures Pedestrian▸Oct 3 - A motorcyclist and a car driver crashed on Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street. A man on foot went down hard with fractures. The motorcyclist was hurt. Police recorded improper passing or lane usage by a driver.
On Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street in Staten Island, a crash involving a motorcycle traveling east and a westbound sedan injured a pedestrian. The pedestrian, a 36-year-old man, suffered fractures and dislocation injuries. The motorcyclist, 25, was also injured. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" contributed to the collision. Police recorded that driver error, and listed other factors as unspecified. The motorcycle driver held a permit. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. The report lists the sedan as previously stopped in traffic before the impact. No contributing factors were assigned to the pedestrian.
3
Bus driver hits parked box truck, Richmond Terrace▸Oct 3 - Before dawn on Staten Island, a bus driver going south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road. A 45-year-old driver suffered a head injury. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A bus driver traveling south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road on Staten Island at 5:33 a.m. The bus had right front damage. The truck showed right rear damage. One driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash. A 35-year-old driver was listed with unspecified injury. "According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction." The box truck was parked at the time. The bus driver was going straight. Both drivers were licensed.
2
Fall mentioned in Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports▸
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Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports,
AMNY,
Published 2025-10-02
6
SUV driver hits left-turning sedan on Decker▸Sep 6 - On Decker at Orange, a driver in an SUV passed northbound and hit a sedan turning left. A 77-year-old driver was hurt with an arm abrasion. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right.
Two northbound drivers collided at Decker Avenue and Orange Avenue at 4:29 p.m. The driver of an SUV was passing. The driver of a sedan was making a left turn. A 77-year-old driver suffered an arm abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, the SUV showed right-front damage and the sedan’s left side was hit. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right as a contributing factor. The report lists the SUV as a 2024 Jeep and the sedan as a 2007 Toyota. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
5
Charles Fall Backs Safety-Boosting Center-Running Bus Lanes▸Sep 5 - City will install center-running bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue from Livingston St. to Grand Army Plaza this fall. Lanes move buses to the center, calm traffic, add median refuges, and tighten crossings — improving safety for pedestrians and transit riders.
Bill number: none. Status: DOT announcement; installation slated for fall 2025. Committee: none recorded. The matter is titled: "City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall." Brooklyn Paper reported the Sept. 5, 2025 announcement. No council sponsors are listed. Assembly member Charles Fall backed the safety-boosting plan. Adam Daly issued the release. DOT plans center-running lanes from Livingston Street to Grand Army Plaza. Safety analysts say center-running bus lanes can calm traffic, reduce turning and curb conflicts, encourage transit mode shift, and add median refuges that improve crossings. Cyclist gains are smaller without protected bike lanes, but overall safety for pedestrians and transit riders should improve.
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City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-09-05
1
Driver Hits 47-Year-Old Woman in Crosswalk▸Sep 1 - A driver hit a 47-year-old woman in the Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave crosswalk. She had the signal. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions. The report lists no driver contributing factors.
A driver hit a 47-year-old woman at the intersection of Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave on Staten Island late at night. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection" and "Crossing With Signal." The vehicle is listed as "Unspecified." The report lists no driver contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as chest trauma and abrasions. No other victims are listed. The report shows the impact occurring while the pedestrian had the signal.
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Unlicensed driver hits backing sedan on Post Ave▸Aug 28 - An unlicensed driver in a westbound sedan struck a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue. A 26-year-old driver sustained knee and lower‑leg injuries. Police flagged alcohol involvement. Passengers were listed.
According to the police report, a westbound Toyota sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck the left side doors of a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue in Staten Island. The 26-year-old male driver was injured, with knee and lower‑leg trauma recorded. Passengers were present; their injuries were not detailed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was Alcohol Involvement. Police recorded backing into traffic by one vehicle and operation by an unlicensed driver. The record notes damage to the Toyota’s right front quarter panel and to the Honda’s left side doors.
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Distracted driver rear-ends two stopped sedans▸Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
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Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
-
NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
9
Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
-
Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
-
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Oct 13 - Police recorded unsafe speed. A pickup driver in a police pursuit hit an NYPD vehicle at Albion Pl and Heberton Ave on Staten Island. The 35-year-old front passenger was hurt. The 25-year-old driver was also injured. Airbags deployed.
On Staten Island at Albion Pl and Heberton Ave, the driver of a pickup collided with an NYPD vehicle. The 35-year-old front passenger was injured, reporting lower-leg pain. The 25-year-old driver had abrasions and a leg injury. Both were conscious and airbags deployed. According to the police report, the crash involved a "Pick-up Truck" at "ALBION PL" and "HEBERTON AVE." The pickup’s pre-crash action was "Police Pursuit" and the NYPD vehicle was "Going Straight Ahead." Police recorded "Unsafe Speed" by the driver.
10
Port Richmond bus driver hits stopped sedan▸Oct 10 - At Port Richmond Ave and Castleton Ave on Staten Island, a bus driver turned right and hit a stopped sedan. The 29-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. Police recorded traffic control disregarded and driver inattention.
On Port Richmond Ave at Castleton Ave in Staten Island, the driver of a bus made a right turn and hit the left rear of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The sedan’s driver, a 29-year-old man, was injured and reported neck pain. According to the police report, the bus was turning right and the sedan was stopped. Officers recorded “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” as contributing factors. Police listed driver inattention for those involved. The record shows damage at the bus’s right front bumper and the sedan’s left rear bumper.
10
Left-turning SUV driver hits boy on Castleton▸Oct 10 - A left-turning SUV driver hit an 11-year-old boy crossing Castleton near Jewett in Staten Island. He suffered leg injuries. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
An 11-year-old boy was hit while crossing on Castleton Avenue in Staten Island. According to the police report, the driver of a 2024 Volkswagen SUV was making a left turn, traveling south, and hit him near Jewett Avenue. The impact was to the right front bumper. The boy suffered injuries to his lower leg and foot and was conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and for the pedestrian. The crash was logged in the 120th Precinct area. No driver injuries were detailed in the report.
9
Charles and Sharpe left-turn crash injures 20-year-old▸Oct 9 - Two SUV drivers met at Charles and Sharpe on Staten Island. One turned left. The eastbound driver hit her left rear. Police noted "Obstruction/Debris" and "View Obstructed/Limited." The 20-year-old driver was hurt. The other driver reported no injury.
Two SUV drivers collided at Charles Ave and Sharpe Ave on Staten Island. The westbound driver turned left. The eastbound driver hit the left rear of the turning SUV. A 20-year-old woman driving was injured and reported whiplash. The other driver reported no injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Obstruction/Debris" and "View Obstructed/Limited." Police recorded "View Obstructed/Limited" for both drivers. The eastbound SUV showed damage to the left front bumper. The turning SUV showed damage to the left rear quarter panel. Both vehicles were Honda SUVs. Licensing was current for both drivers.
3
Richmond Terrace Motorcycle-Car Crash Injures Pedestrian▸Oct 3 - A motorcyclist and a car driver crashed on Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street. A man on foot went down hard with fractures. The motorcyclist was hurt. Police recorded improper passing or lane usage by a driver.
On Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street in Staten Island, a crash involving a motorcycle traveling east and a westbound sedan injured a pedestrian. The pedestrian, a 36-year-old man, suffered fractures and dislocation injuries. The motorcyclist, 25, was also injured. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" contributed to the collision. Police recorded that driver error, and listed other factors as unspecified. The motorcycle driver held a permit. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. The report lists the sedan as previously stopped in traffic before the impact. No contributing factors were assigned to the pedestrian.
3
Bus driver hits parked box truck, Richmond Terrace▸Oct 3 - Before dawn on Staten Island, a bus driver going south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road. A 45-year-old driver suffered a head injury. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A bus driver traveling south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road on Staten Island at 5:33 a.m. The bus had right front damage. The truck showed right rear damage. One driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash. A 35-year-old driver was listed with unspecified injury. "According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction." The box truck was parked at the time. The bus driver was going straight. Both drivers were licensed.
2
Fall mentioned in Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports▸
-
Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports,
AMNY,
Published 2025-10-02
6
SUV driver hits left-turning sedan on Decker▸Sep 6 - On Decker at Orange, a driver in an SUV passed northbound and hit a sedan turning left. A 77-year-old driver was hurt with an arm abrasion. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right.
Two northbound drivers collided at Decker Avenue and Orange Avenue at 4:29 p.m. The driver of an SUV was passing. The driver of a sedan was making a left turn. A 77-year-old driver suffered an arm abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, the SUV showed right-front damage and the sedan’s left side was hit. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right as a contributing factor. The report lists the SUV as a 2024 Jeep and the sedan as a 2007 Toyota. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
5
Charles Fall Backs Safety-Boosting Center-Running Bus Lanes▸Sep 5 - City will install center-running bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue from Livingston St. to Grand Army Plaza this fall. Lanes move buses to the center, calm traffic, add median refuges, and tighten crossings — improving safety for pedestrians and transit riders.
Bill number: none. Status: DOT announcement; installation slated for fall 2025. Committee: none recorded. The matter is titled: "City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall." Brooklyn Paper reported the Sept. 5, 2025 announcement. No council sponsors are listed. Assembly member Charles Fall backed the safety-boosting plan. Adam Daly issued the release. DOT plans center-running lanes from Livingston Street to Grand Army Plaza. Safety analysts say center-running bus lanes can calm traffic, reduce turning and curb conflicts, encourage transit mode shift, and add median refuges that improve crossings. Cyclist gains are smaller without protected bike lanes, but overall safety for pedestrians and transit riders should improve.
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City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-09-05
1
Driver Hits 47-Year-Old Woman in Crosswalk▸Sep 1 - A driver hit a 47-year-old woman in the Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave crosswalk. She had the signal. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions. The report lists no driver contributing factors.
A driver hit a 47-year-old woman at the intersection of Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave on Staten Island late at night. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection" and "Crossing With Signal." The vehicle is listed as "Unspecified." The report lists no driver contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as chest trauma and abrasions. No other victims are listed. The report shows the impact occurring while the pedestrian had the signal.
28
Unlicensed driver hits backing sedan on Post Ave▸Aug 28 - An unlicensed driver in a westbound sedan struck a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue. A 26-year-old driver sustained knee and lower‑leg injuries. Police flagged alcohol involvement. Passengers were listed.
According to the police report, a westbound Toyota sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck the left side doors of a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue in Staten Island. The 26-year-old male driver was injured, with knee and lower‑leg trauma recorded. Passengers were present; their injuries were not detailed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was Alcohol Involvement. Police recorded backing into traffic by one vehicle and operation by an unlicensed driver. The record notes damage to the Toyota’s right front quarter panel and to the Honda’s left side doors.
27
Distracted driver rear-ends two stopped sedans▸Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
19
Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
-
NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
9
Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
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Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
-
Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Oct 10 - At Port Richmond Ave and Castleton Ave on Staten Island, a bus driver turned right and hit a stopped sedan. The 29-year-old sedan driver suffered a neck injury. Police recorded traffic control disregarded and driver inattention.
On Port Richmond Ave at Castleton Ave in Staten Island, the driver of a bus made a right turn and hit the left rear of a sedan that was stopped in traffic. The sedan’s driver, a 29-year-old man, was injured and reported neck pain. According to the police report, the bus was turning right and the sedan was stopped. Officers recorded “Traffic Control Disregarded” and “Driver Inattention/Distraction” as contributing factors. Police listed driver inattention for those involved. The record shows damage at the bus’s right front bumper and the sedan’s left rear bumper.
10
Left-turning SUV driver hits boy on Castleton▸Oct 10 - A left-turning SUV driver hit an 11-year-old boy crossing Castleton near Jewett in Staten Island. He suffered leg injuries. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
An 11-year-old boy was hit while crossing on Castleton Avenue in Staten Island. According to the police report, the driver of a 2024 Volkswagen SUV was making a left turn, traveling south, and hit him near Jewett Avenue. The impact was to the right front bumper. The boy suffered injuries to his lower leg and foot and was conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and for the pedestrian. The crash was logged in the 120th Precinct area. No driver injuries were detailed in the report.
9
Charles and Sharpe left-turn crash injures 20-year-old▸Oct 9 - Two SUV drivers met at Charles and Sharpe on Staten Island. One turned left. The eastbound driver hit her left rear. Police noted "Obstruction/Debris" and "View Obstructed/Limited." The 20-year-old driver was hurt. The other driver reported no injury.
Two SUV drivers collided at Charles Ave and Sharpe Ave on Staten Island. The westbound driver turned left. The eastbound driver hit the left rear of the turning SUV. A 20-year-old woman driving was injured and reported whiplash. The other driver reported no injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Obstruction/Debris" and "View Obstructed/Limited." Police recorded "View Obstructed/Limited" for both drivers. The eastbound SUV showed damage to the left front bumper. The turning SUV showed damage to the left rear quarter panel. Both vehicles were Honda SUVs. Licensing was current for both drivers.
3
Richmond Terrace Motorcycle-Car Crash Injures Pedestrian▸Oct 3 - A motorcyclist and a car driver crashed on Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street. A man on foot went down hard with fractures. The motorcyclist was hurt. Police recorded improper passing or lane usage by a driver.
On Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street in Staten Island, a crash involving a motorcycle traveling east and a westbound sedan injured a pedestrian. The pedestrian, a 36-year-old man, suffered fractures and dislocation injuries. The motorcyclist, 25, was also injured. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" contributed to the collision. Police recorded that driver error, and listed other factors as unspecified. The motorcycle driver held a permit. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. The report lists the sedan as previously stopped in traffic before the impact. No contributing factors were assigned to the pedestrian.
3
Bus driver hits parked box truck, Richmond Terrace▸Oct 3 - Before dawn on Staten Island, a bus driver going south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road. A 45-year-old driver suffered a head injury. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A bus driver traveling south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road on Staten Island at 5:33 a.m. The bus had right front damage. The truck showed right rear damage. One driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash. A 35-year-old driver was listed with unspecified injury. "According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction." The box truck was parked at the time. The bus driver was going straight. Both drivers were licensed.
2
Fall mentioned in Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports▸
-
Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports,
AMNY,
Published 2025-10-02
6
SUV driver hits left-turning sedan on Decker▸Sep 6 - On Decker at Orange, a driver in an SUV passed northbound and hit a sedan turning left. A 77-year-old driver was hurt with an arm abrasion. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right.
Two northbound drivers collided at Decker Avenue and Orange Avenue at 4:29 p.m. The driver of an SUV was passing. The driver of a sedan was making a left turn. A 77-year-old driver suffered an arm abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, the SUV showed right-front damage and the sedan’s left side was hit. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right as a contributing factor. The report lists the SUV as a 2024 Jeep and the sedan as a 2007 Toyota. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
5
Charles Fall Backs Safety-Boosting Center-Running Bus Lanes▸Sep 5 - City will install center-running bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue from Livingston St. to Grand Army Plaza this fall. Lanes move buses to the center, calm traffic, add median refuges, and tighten crossings — improving safety for pedestrians and transit riders.
Bill number: none. Status: DOT announcement; installation slated for fall 2025. Committee: none recorded. The matter is titled: "City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall." Brooklyn Paper reported the Sept. 5, 2025 announcement. No council sponsors are listed. Assembly member Charles Fall backed the safety-boosting plan. Adam Daly issued the release. DOT plans center-running lanes from Livingston Street to Grand Army Plaza. Safety analysts say center-running bus lanes can calm traffic, reduce turning and curb conflicts, encourage transit mode shift, and add median refuges that improve crossings. Cyclist gains are smaller without protected bike lanes, but overall safety for pedestrians and transit riders should improve.
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City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-09-05
1
Driver Hits 47-Year-Old Woman in Crosswalk▸Sep 1 - A driver hit a 47-year-old woman in the Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave crosswalk. She had the signal. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions. The report lists no driver contributing factors.
A driver hit a 47-year-old woman at the intersection of Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave on Staten Island late at night. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection" and "Crossing With Signal." The vehicle is listed as "Unspecified." The report lists no driver contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as chest trauma and abrasions. No other victims are listed. The report shows the impact occurring while the pedestrian had the signal.
28
Unlicensed driver hits backing sedan on Post Ave▸Aug 28 - An unlicensed driver in a westbound sedan struck a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue. A 26-year-old driver sustained knee and lower‑leg injuries. Police flagged alcohol involvement. Passengers were listed.
According to the police report, a westbound Toyota sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck the left side doors of a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue in Staten Island. The 26-year-old male driver was injured, with knee and lower‑leg trauma recorded. Passengers were present; their injuries were not detailed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was Alcohol Involvement. Police recorded backing into traffic by one vehicle and operation by an unlicensed driver. The record notes damage to the Toyota’s right front quarter panel and to the Honda’s left side doors.
27
Distracted driver rear-ends two stopped sedans▸Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
19
Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
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NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
9
Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
-
Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
-
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Oct 10 - A left-turning SUV driver hit an 11-year-old boy crossing Castleton near Jewett in Staten Island. He suffered leg injuries. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
An 11-year-old boy was hit while crossing on Castleton Avenue in Staten Island. According to the police report, the driver of a 2024 Volkswagen SUV was making a left turn, traveling south, and hit him near Jewett Avenue. The impact was to the right front bumper. The boy suffered injuries to his lower leg and foot and was conscious. Police recorded contributing factors as “Unspecified” for the driver and for the pedestrian. The crash was logged in the 120th Precinct area. No driver injuries were detailed in the report.
9
Charles and Sharpe left-turn crash injures 20-year-old▸Oct 9 - Two SUV drivers met at Charles and Sharpe on Staten Island. One turned left. The eastbound driver hit her left rear. Police noted "Obstruction/Debris" and "View Obstructed/Limited." The 20-year-old driver was hurt. The other driver reported no injury.
Two SUV drivers collided at Charles Ave and Sharpe Ave on Staten Island. The westbound driver turned left. The eastbound driver hit the left rear of the turning SUV. A 20-year-old woman driving was injured and reported whiplash. The other driver reported no injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Obstruction/Debris" and "View Obstructed/Limited." Police recorded "View Obstructed/Limited" for both drivers. The eastbound SUV showed damage to the left front bumper. The turning SUV showed damage to the left rear quarter panel. Both vehicles were Honda SUVs. Licensing was current for both drivers.
3
Richmond Terrace Motorcycle-Car Crash Injures Pedestrian▸Oct 3 - A motorcyclist and a car driver crashed on Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street. A man on foot went down hard with fractures. The motorcyclist was hurt. Police recorded improper passing or lane usage by a driver.
On Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street in Staten Island, a crash involving a motorcycle traveling east and a westbound sedan injured a pedestrian. The pedestrian, a 36-year-old man, suffered fractures and dislocation injuries. The motorcyclist, 25, was also injured. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" contributed to the collision. Police recorded that driver error, and listed other factors as unspecified. The motorcycle driver held a permit. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. The report lists the sedan as previously stopped in traffic before the impact. No contributing factors were assigned to the pedestrian.
3
Bus driver hits parked box truck, Richmond Terrace▸Oct 3 - Before dawn on Staten Island, a bus driver going south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road. A 45-year-old driver suffered a head injury. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A bus driver traveling south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road on Staten Island at 5:33 a.m. The bus had right front damage. The truck showed right rear damage. One driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash. A 35-year-old driver was listed with unspecified injury. "According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction." The box truck was parked at the time. The bus driver was going straight. Both drivers were licensed.
2
Fall mentioned in Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports▸
-
Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports,
AMNY,
Published 2025-10-02
6
SUV driver hits left-turning sedan on Decker▸Sep 6 - On Decker at Orange, a driver in an SUV passed northbound and hit a sedan turning left. A 77-year-old driver was hurt with an arm abrasion. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right.
Two northbound drivers collided at Decker Avenue and Orange Avenue at 4:29 p.m. The driver of an SUV was passing. The driver of a sedan was making a left turn. A 77-year-old driver suffered an arm abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, the SUV showed right-front damage and the sedan’s left side was hit. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right as a contributing factor. The report lists the SUV as a 2024 Jeep and the sedan as a 2007 Toyota. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
5
Charles Fall Backs Safety-Boosting Center-Running Bus Lanes▸Sep 5 - City will install center-running bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue from Livingston St. to Grand Army Plaza this fall. Lanes move buses to the center, calm traffic, add median refuges, and tighten crossings — improving safety for pedestrians and transit riders.
Bill number: none. Status: DOT announcement; installation slated for fall 2025. Committee: none recorded. The matter is titled: "City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall." Brooklyn Paper reported the Sept. 5, 2025 announcement. No council sponsors are listed. Assembly member Charles Fall backed the safety-boosting plan. Adam Daly issued the release. DOT plans center-running lanes from Livingston Street to Grand Army Plaza. Safety analysts say center-running bus lanes can calm traffic, reduce turning and curb conflicts, encourage transit mode shift, and add median refuges that improve crossings. Cyclist gains are smaller without protected bike lanes, but overall safety for pedestrians and transit riders should improve.
-
City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-09-05
1
Driver Hits 47-Year-Old Woman in Crosswalk▸Sep 1 - A driver hit a 47-year-old woman in the Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave crosswalk. She had the signal. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions. The report lists no driver contributing factors.
A driver hit a 47-year-old woman at the intersection of Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave on Staten Island late at night. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection" and "Crossing With Signal." The vehicle is listed as "Unspecified." The report lists no driver contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as chest trauma and abrasions. No other victims are listed. The report shows the impact occurring while the pedestrian had the signal.
28
Unlicensed driver hits backing sedan on Post Ave▸Aug 28 - An unlicensed driver in a westbound sedan struck a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue. A 26-year-old driver sustained knee and lower‑leg injuries. Police flagged alcohol involvement. Passengers were listed.
According to the police report, a westbound Toyota sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck the left side doors of a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue in Staten Island. The 26-year-old male driver was injured, with knee and lower‑leg trauma recorded. Passengers were present; their injuries were not detailed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was Alcohol Involvement. Police recorded backing into traffic by one vehicle and operation by an unlicensed driver. The record notes damage to the Toyota’s right front quarter panel and to the Honda’s left side doors.
27
Distracted driver rear-ends two stopped sedans▸Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
19
Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
-
NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
9
Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
-
Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
-
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Oct 9 - Two SUV drivers met at Charles and Sharpe on Staten Island. One turned left. The eastbound driver hit her left rear. Police noted "Obstruction/Debris" and "View Obstructed/Limited." The 20-year-old driver was hurt. The other driver reported no injury.
Two SUV drivers collided at Charles Ave and Sharpe Ave on Staten Island. The westbound driver turned left. The eastbound driver hit the left rear of the turning SUV. A 20-year-old woman driving was injured and reported whiplash. The other driver reported no injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Obstruction/Debris" and "View Obstructed/Limited." Police recorded "View Obstructed/Limited" for both drivers. The eastbound SUV showed damage to the left front bumper. The turning SUV showed damage to the left rear quarter panel. Both vehicles were Honda SUVs. Licensing was current for both drivers.
3
Richmond Terrace Motorcycle-Car Crash Injures Pedestrian▸Oct 3 - A motorcyclist and a car driver crashed on Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street. A man on foot went down hard with fractures. The motorcyclist was hurt. Police recorded improper passing or lane usage by a driver.
On Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street in Staten Island, a crash involving a motorcycle traveling east and a westbound sedan injured a pedestrian. The pedestrian, a 36-year-old man, suffered fractures and dislocation injuries. The motorcyclist, 25, was also injured. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" contributed to the collision. Police recorded that driver error, and listed other factors as unspecified. The motorcycle driver held a permit. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. The report lists the sedan as previously stopped in traffic before the impact. No contributing factors were assigned to the pedestrian.
3
Bus driver hits parked box truck, Richmond Terrace▸Oct 3 - Before dawn on Staten Island, a bus driver going south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road. A 45-year-old driver suffered a head injury. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A bus driver traveling south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road on Staten Island at 5:33 a.m. The bus had right front damage. The truck showed right rear damage. One driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash. A 35-year-old driver was listed with unspecified injury. "According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction." The box truck was parked at the time. The bus driver was going straight. Both drivers were licensed.
2
Fall mentioned in Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports▸
-
Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports,
AMNY,
Published 2025-10-02
6
SUV driver hits left-turning sedan on Decker▸Sep 6 - On Decker at Orange, a driver in an SUV passed northbound and hit a sedan turning left. A 77-year-old driver was hurt with an arm abrasion. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right.
Two northbound drivers collided at Decker Avenue and Orange Avenue at 4:29 p.m. The driver of an SUV was passing. The driver of a sedan was making a left turn. A 77-year-old driver suffered an arm abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, the SUV showed right-front damage and the sedan’s left side was hit. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right as a contributing factor. The report lists the SUV as a 2024 Jeep and the sedan as a 2007 Toyota. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
5
Charles Fall Backs Safety-Boosting Center-Running Bus Lanes▸Sep 5 - City will install center-running bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue from Livingston St. to Grand Army Plaza this fall. Lanes move buses to the center, calm traffic, add median refuges, and tighten crossings — improving safety for pedestrians and transit riders.
Bill number: none. Status: DOT announcement; installation slated for fall 2025. Committee: none recorded. The matter is titled: "City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall." Brooklyn Paper reported the Sept. 5, 2025 announcement. No council sponsors are listed. Assembly member Charles Fall backed the safety-boosting plan. Adam Daly issued the release. DOT plans center-running lanes from Livingston Street to Grand Army Plaza. Safety analysts say center-running bus lanes can calm traffic, reduce turning and curb conflicts, encourage transit mode shift, and add median refuges that improve crossings. Cyclist gains are smaller without protected bike lanes, but overall safety for pedestrians and transit riders should improve.
-
City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-09-05
1
Driver Hits 47-Year-Old Woman in Crosswalk▸Sep 1 - A driver hit a 47-year-old woman in the Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave crosswalk. She had the signal. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions. The report lists no driver contributing factors.
A driver hit a 47-year-old woman at the intersection of Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave on Staten Island late at night. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection" and "Crossing With Signal." The vehicle is listed as "Unspecified." The report lists no driver contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as chest trauma and abrasions. No other victims are listed. The report shows the impact occurring while the pedestrian had the signal.
28
Unlicensed driver hits backing sedan on Post Ave▸Aug 28 - An unlicensed driver in a westbound sedan struck a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue. A 26-year-old driver sustained knee and lower‑leg injuries. Police flagged alcohol involvement. Passengers were listed.
According to the police report, a westbound Toyota sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck the left side doors of a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue in Staten Island. The 26-year-old male driver was injured, with knee and lower‑leg trauma recorded. Passengers were present; their injuries were not detailed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was Alcohol Involvement. Police recorded backing into traffic by one vehicle and operation by an unlicensed driver. The record notes damage to the Toyota’s right front quarter panel and to the Honda’s left side doors.
27
Distracted driver rear-ends two stopped sedans▸Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
19
Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
-
NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
9
Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
-
Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
-
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Oct 3 - A motorcyclist and a car driver crashed on Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street. A man on foot went down hard with fractures. The motorcyclist was hurt. Police recorded improper passing or lane usage by a driver.
On Richmond Terrace at Alaska Street in Staten Island, a crash involving a motorcycle traveling east and a westbound sedan injured a pedestrian. The pedestrian, a 36-year-old man, suffered fractures and dislocation injuries. The motorcyclist, 25, was also injured. According to the police report, "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" contributed to the collision. Police recorded that driver error, and listed other factors as unspecified. The motorcycle driver held a permit. The sedan driver was licensed in New Jersey. The report lists the sedan as previously stopped in traffic before the impact. No contributing factors were assigned to the pedestrian.
3
Bus driver hits parked box truck, Richmond Terrace▸Oct 3 - Before dawn on Staten Island, a bus driver going south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road. A 45-year-old driver suffered a head injury. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A bus driver traveling south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road on Staten Island at 5:33 a.m. The bus had right front damage. The truck showed right rear damage. One driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash. A 35-year-old driver was listed with unspecified injury. "According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction." The box truck was parked at the time. The bus driver was going straight. Both drivers were licensed.
2
Fall mentioned in Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports▸
-
Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports,
AMNY,
Published 2025-10-02
6
SUV driver hits left-turning sedan on Decker▸Sep 6 - On Decker at Orange, a driver in an SUV passed northbound and hit a sedan turning left. A 77-year-old driver was hurt with an arm abrasion. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right.
Two northbound drivers collided at Decker Avenue and Orange Avenue at 4:29 p.m. The driver of an SUV was passing. The driver of a sedan was making a left turn. A 77-year-old driver suffered an arm abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, the SUV showed right-front damage and the sedan’s left side was hit. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right as a contributing factor. The report lists the SUV as a 2024 Jeep and the sedan as a 2007 Toyota. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
5
Charles Fall Backs Safety-Boosting Center-Running Bus Lanes▸Sep 5 - City will install center-running bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue from Livingston St. to Grand Army Plaza this fall. Lanes move buses to the center, calm traffic, add median refuges, and tighten crossings — improving safety for pedestrians and transit riders.
Bill number: none. Status: DOT announcement; installation slated for fall 2025. Committee: none recorded. The matter is titled: "City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall." Brooklyn Paper reported the Sept. 5, 2025 announcement. No council sponsors are listed. Assembly member Charles Fall backed the safety-boosting plan. Adam Daly issued the release. DOT plans center-running lanes from Livingston Street to Grand Army Plaza. Safety analysts say center-running bus lanes can calm traffic, reduce turning and curb conflicts, encourage transit mode shift, and add median refuges that improve crossings. Cyclist gains are smaller without protected bike lanes, but overall safety for pedestrians and transit riders should improve.
-
City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-09-05
1
Driver Hits 47-Year-Old Woman in Crosswalk▸Sep 1 - A driver hit a 47-year-old woman in the Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave crosswalk. She had the signal. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions. The report lists no driver contributing factors.
A driver hit a 47-year-old woman at the intersection of Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave on Staten Island late at night. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection" and "Crossing With Signal." The vehicle is listed as "Unspecified." The report lists no driver contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as chest trauma and abrasions. No other victims are listed. The report shows the impact occurring while the pedestrian had the signal.
28
Unlicensed driver hits backing sedan on Post Ave▸Aug 28 - An unlicensed driver in a westbound sedan struck a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue. A 26-year-old driver sustained knee and lower‑leg injuries. Police flagged alcohol involvement. Passengers were listed.
According to the police report, a westbound Toyota sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck the left side doors of a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue in Staten Island. The 26-year-old male driver was injured, with knee and lower‑leg trauma recorded. Passengers were present; their injuries were not detailed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was Alcohol Involvement. Police recorded backing into traffic by one vehicle and operation by an unlicensed driver. The record notes damage to the Toyota’s right front quarter panel and to the Honda’s left side doors.
27
Distracted driver rear-ends two stopped sedans▸Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
19
Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
-
NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
9
Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
-
Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
-
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Oct 3 - Before dawn on Staten Island, a bus driver going south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road. A 45-year-old driver suffered a head injury. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction.
A bus driver traveling south on Richmond Terrace hit a parked box truck near Morningstar Road on Staten Island at 5:33 a.m. The bus had right front damage. The truck showed right rear damage. One driver, a 45-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and reported whiplash. A 35-year-old driver was listed with unspecified injury. "According to the police report, police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction." The box truck was parked at the time. The bus driver was going straight. Both drivers were licensed.
2
Fall mentioned in Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports▸
-
Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports,
AMNY,
Published 2025-10-02
6
SUV driver hits left-turning sedan on Decker▸Sep 6 - On Decker at Orange, a driver in an SUV passed northbound and hit a sedan turning left. A 77-year-old driver was hurt with an arm abrasion. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right.
Two northbound drivers collided at Decker Avenue and Orange Avenue at 4:29 p.m. The driver of an SUV was passing. The driver of a sedan was making a left turn. A 77-year-old driver suffered an arm abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, the SUV showed right-front damage and the sedan’s left side was hit. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right as a contributing factor. The report lists the SUV as a 2024 Jeep and the sedan as a 2007 Toyota. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
5
Charles Fall Backs Safety-Boosting Center-Running Bus Lanes▸Sep 5 - City will install center-running bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue from Livingston St. to Grand Army Plaza this fall. Lanes move buses to the center, calm traffic, add median refuges, and tighten crossings — improving safety for pedestrians and transit riders.
Bill number: none. Status: DOT announcement; installation slated for fall 2025. Committee: none recorded. The matter is titled: "City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall." Brooklyn Paper reported the Sept. 5, 2025 announcement. No council sponsors are listed. Assembly member Charles Fall backed the safety-boosting plan. Adam Daly issued the release. DOT plans center-running lanes from Livingston Street to Grand Army Plaza. Safety analysts say center-running bus lanes can calm traffic, reduce turning and curb conflicts, encourage transit mode shift, and add median refuges that improve crossings. Cyclist gains are smaller without protected bike lanes, but overall safety for pedestrians and transit riders should improve.
-
City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-09-05
1
Driver Hits 47-Year-Old Woman in Crosswalk▸Sep 1 - A driver hit a 47-year-old woman in the Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave crosswalk. She had the signal. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions. The report lists no driver contributing factors.
A driver hit a 47-year-old woman at the intersection of Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave on Staten Island late at night. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection" and "Crossing With Signal." The vehicle is listed as "Unspecified." The report lists no driver contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as chest trauma and abrasions. No other victims are listed. The report shows the impact occurring while the pedestrian had the signal.
28
Unlicensed driver hits backing sedan on Post Ave▸Aug 28 - An unlicensed driver in a westbound sedan struck a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue. A 26-year-old driver sustained knee and lower‑leg injuries. Police flagged alcohol involvement. Passengers were listed.
According to the police report, a westbound Toyota sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck the left side doors of a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue in Staten Island. The 26-year-old male driver was injured, with knee and lower‑leg trauma recorded. Passengers were present; their injuries were not detailed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was Alcohol Involvement. Police recorded backing into traffic by one vehicle and operation by an unlicensed driver. The record notes damage to the Toyota’s right front quarter panel and to the Honda’s left side doors.
27
Distracted driver rear-ends two stopped sedans▸Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
19
Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
-
NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
9
Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
-
Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
-
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
- Traffic deaths continue to fall in NYC, city reports, AMNY, Published 2025-10-02
6
SUV driver hits left-turning sedan on Decker▸Sep 6 - On Decker at Orange, a driver in an SUV passed northbound and hit a sedan turning left. A 77-year-old driver was hurt with an arm abrasion. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right.
Two northbound drivers collided at Decker Avenue and Orange Avenue at 4:29 p.m. The driver of an SUV was passing. The driver of a sedan was making a left turn. A 77-year-old driver suffered an arm abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, the SUV showed right-front damage and the sedan’s left side was hit. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right as a contributing factor. The report lists the SUV as a 2024 Jeep and the sedan as a 2007 Toyota. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
5
Charles Fall Backs Safety-Boosting Center-Running Bus Lanes▸Sep 5 - City will install center-running bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue from Livingston St. to Grand Army Plaza this fall. Lanes move buses to the center, calm traffic, add median refuges, and tighten crossings — improving safety for pedestrians and transit riders.
Bill number: none. Status: DOT announcement; installation slated for fall 2025. Committee: none recorded. The matter is titled: "City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall." Brooklyn Paper reported the Sept. 5, 2025 announcement. No council sponsors are listed. Assembly member Charles Fall backed the safety-boosting plan. Adam Daly issued the release. DOT plans center-running lanes from Livingston Street to Grand Army Plaza. Safety analysts say center-running bus lanes can calm traffic, reduce turning and curb conflicts, encourage transit mode shift, and add median refuges that improve crossings. Cyclist gains are smaller without protected bike lanes, but overall safety for pedestrians and transit riders should improve.
-
City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-09-05
1
Driver Hits 47-Year-Old Woman in Crosswalk▸Sep 1 - A driver hit a 47-year-old woman in the Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave crosswalk. She had the signal. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions. The report lists no driver contributing factors.
A driver hit a 47-year-old woman at the intersection of Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave on Staten Island late at night. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection" and "Crossing With Signal." The vehicle is listed as "Unspecified." The report lists no driver contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as chest trauma and abrasions. No other victims are listed. The report shows the impact occurring while the pedestrian had the signal.
28
Unlicensed driver hits backing sedan on Post Ave▸Aug 28 - An unlicensed driver in a westbound sedan struck a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue. A 26-year-old driver sustained knee and lower‑leg injuries. Police flagged alcohol involvement. Passengers were listed.
According to the police report, a westbound Toyota sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck the left side doors of a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue in Staten Island. The 26-year-old male driver was injured, with knee and lower‑leg trauma recorded. Passengers were present; their injuries were not detailed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was Alcohol Involvement. Police recorded backing into traffic by one vehicle and operation by an unlicensed driver. The record notes damage to the Toyota’s right front quarter panel and to the Honda’s left side doors.
27
Distracted driver rear-ends two stopped sedans▸Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
19
Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
-
NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
9
Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
-
Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
-
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Sep 6 - On Decker at Orange, a driver in an SUV passed northbound and hit a sedan turning left. A 77-year-old driver was hurt with an arm abrasion. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right.
Two northbound drivers collided at Decker Avenue and Orange Avenue at 4:29 p.m. The driver of an SUV was passing. The driver of a sedan was making a left turn. A 77-year-old driver suffered an arm abrasion; others were listed with unspecified injury status. According to the police report, the SUV showed right-front damage and the sedan’s left side was hit. Police recorded Failure to Keep Right as a contributing factor. The report lists the SUV as a 2024 Jeep and the sedan as a 2007 Toyota. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
5
Charles Fall Backs Safety-Boosting Center-Running Bus Lanes▸Sep 5 - City will install center-running bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue from Livingston St. to Grand Army Plaza this fall. Lanes move buses to the center, calm traffic, add median refuges, and tighten crossings — improving safety for pedestrians and transit riders.
Bill number: none. Status: DOT announcement; installation slated for fall 2025. Committee: none recorded. The matter is titled: "City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall." Brooklyn Paper reported the Sept. 5, 2025 announcement. No council sponsors are listed. Assembly member Charles Fall backed the safety-boosting plan. Adam Daly issued the release. DOT plans center-running lanes from Livingston Street to Grand Army Plaza. Safety analysts say center-running bus lanes can calm traffic, reduce turning and curb conflicts, encourage transit mode shift, and add median refuges that improve crossings. Cyclist gains are smaller without protected bike lanes, but overall safety for pedestrians and transit riders should improve.
-
City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-09-05
1
Driver Hits 47-Year-Old Woman in Crosswalk▸Sep 1 - A driver hit a 47-year-old woman in the Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave crosswalk. She had the signal. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions. The report lists no driver contributing factors.
A driver hit a 47-year-old woman at the intersection of Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave on Staten Island late at night. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection" and "Crossing With Signal." The vehicle is listed as "Unspecified." The report lists no driver contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as chest trauma and abrasions. No other victims are listed. The report shows the impact occurring while the pedestrian had the signal.
28
Unlicensed driver hits backing sedan on Post Ave▸Aug 28 - An unlicensed driver in a westbound sedan struck a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue. A 26-year-old driver sustained knee and lower‑leg injuries. Police flagged alcohol involvement. Passengers were listed.
According to the police report, a westbound Toyota sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck the left side doors of a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue in Staten Island. The 26-year-old male driver was injured, with knee and lower‑leg trauma recorded. Passengers were present; their injuries were not detailed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was Alcohol Involvement. Police recorded backing into traffic by one vehicle and operation by an unlicensed driver. The record notes damage to the Toyota’s right front quarter panel and to the Honda’s left side doors.
27
Distracted driver rear-ends two stopped sedans▸Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
19
Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
-
NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
9
Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
-
Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
-
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Sep 5 - City will install center-running bus lanes on Flatbush Avenue from Livingston St. to Grand Army Plaza this fall. Lanes move buses to the center, calm traffic, add median refuges, and tighten crossings — improving safety for pedestrians and transit riders.
Bill number: none. Status: DOT announcement; installation slated for fall 2025. Committee: none recorded. The matter is titled: "City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall." Brooklyn Paper reported the Sept. 5, 2025 announcement. No council sponsors are listed. Assembly member Charles Fall backed the safety-boosting plan. Adam Daly issued the release. DOT plans center-running lanes from Livingston Street to Grand Army Plaza. Safety analysts say center-running bus lanes can calm traffic, reduce turning and curb conflicts, encourage transit mode shift, and add median refuges that improve crossings. Cyclist gains are smaller without protected bike lanes, but overall safety for pedestrians and transit riders should improve.
- City to install center-running bus lane on Flatbush Avenue this fall, Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-09-05
1
Driver Hits 47-Year-Old Woman in Crosswalk▸Sep 1 - A driver hit a 47-year-old woman in the Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave crosswalk. She had the signal. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions. The report lists no driver contributing factors.
A driver hit a 47-year-old woman at the intersection of Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave on Staten Island late at night. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection" and "Crossing With Signal." The vehicle is listed as "Unspecified." The report lists no driver contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as chest trauma and abrasions. No other victims are listed. The report shows the impact occurring while the pedestrian had the signal.
28
Unlicensed driver hits backing sedan on Post Ave▸Aug 28 - An unlicensed driver in a westbound sedan struck a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue. A 26-year-old driver sustained knee and lower‑leg injuries. Police flagged alcohol involvement. Passengers were listed.
According to the police report, a westbound Toyota sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck the left side doors of a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue in Staten Island. The 26-year-old male driver was injured, with knee and lower‑leg trauma recorded. Passengers were present; their injuries were not detailed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was Alcohol Involvement. Police recorded backing into traffic by one vehicle and operation by an unlicensed driver. The record notes damage to the Toyota’s right front quarter panel and to the Honda’s left side doors.
27
Distracted driver rear-ends two stopped sedans▸Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
19
Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
-
NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
9
Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
-
Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
-
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Sep 1 - A driver hit a 47-year-old woman in the Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave crosswalk. She had the signal. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions. The report lists no driver contributing factors.
A driver hit a 47-year-old woman at the intersection of Castleton Ave and Heberton Ave on Staten Island late at night. She suffered chest injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian at Intersection" and "Crossing With Signal." The vehicle is listed as "Unspecified." The report lists no driver contributing factors. Police recorded the injury as chest trauma and abrasions. No other victims are listed. The report shows the impact occurring while the pedestrian had the signal.
28
Unlicensed driver hits backing sedan on Post Ave▸Aug 28 - An unlicensed driver in a westbound sedan struck a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue. A 26-year-old driver sustained knee and lower‑leg injuries. Police flagged alcohol involvement. Passengers were listed.
According to the police report, a westbound Toyota sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck the left side doors of a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue in Staten Island. The 26-year-old male driver was injured, with knee and lower‑leg trauma recorded. Passengers were present; their injuries were not detailed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was Alcohol Involvement. Police recorded backing into traffic by one vehicle and operation by an unlicensed driver. The record notes damage to the Toyota’s right front quarter panel and to the Honda’s left side doors.
27
Distracted driver rear-ends two stopped sedans▸Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
19
Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
-
NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
9
Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
-
Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
-
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Aug 28 - An unlicensed driver in a westbound sedan struck a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue. A 26-year-old driver sustained knee and lower‑leg injuries. Police flagged alcohol involvement. Passengers were listed.
According to the police report, a westbound Toyota sedan driven by an unlicensed man struck the left side doors of a westbound Honda that was backing into the lane on Post Avenue in Staten Island. The 26-year-old male driver was injured, with knee and lower‑leg trauma recorded. Passengers were present; their injuries were not detailed. According to the police report, the contributing factor was Alcohol Involvement. Police recorded backing into traffic by one vehicle and operation by an unlicensed driver. The record notes damage to the Toyota’s right front quarter panel and to the Honda’s left side doors.
27
Distracted driver rear-ends two stopped sedans▸Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
19
Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
-
NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
9
Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
-
Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
-
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Aug 27 - A distracted driver rear-ended two stopped sedans on Forest Ave in Staten Island, triggering a three-car chain-reaction crash. Six people were injured, including a 29-year-old woman and two children. Police cited driver inattention.
Three sedans collided eastbound on Forest Ave in Staten Island. The lead sedan and a second sedan were stopped in traffic. The driver of a third sedan, traveling straight, struck the center rear ends of the two stopped cars and triggered the pileup. Six people were injured, including the 29-year-old woman driving the lead Mazda and her 6- and 10-year-old rear-seat passengers; a front-seat passenger and two other drivers were also hurt. According to the police report "Driver Inattention/Distraction" contributed to the collision. Reported injuries included head, neck, back and limb complaints.
19
Fall Appears in Misguided MTA Fare Hike Coverage▸Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
-
NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’,
nypost.com,
Published 2025-08-19
9
Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
-
Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
-
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Aug 19 - The MTA plans to raise subway and bus fares to $3. Riders called the move greedy and unfair. Commuters at a public hearing said service still fails — flooding, delays and turnstile evasion persist while the agency seeks more revenue.
Proposal: MTA fare increase (no bill number listed). Status: sponsorship stage; not a City Council bill. Reported Aug. 19, 2025. Key dates: proposed fare change to take effect Jan. 4, 2026; board vote expected in fall 2025. The article ran under the title "NYC straphangers fume over 'greedy' MTA's latest fare hike proposal." Mayor Eric Adams urged MTA board appointees to vote no. Commuters testified about flooding, daily delays and turnstile evasion. No committee is named. The proposal also includes toll and commuter-rail rate hikes. No safety impact analysis or note was provided.
- NYC straphangers fume over ‘greedy’ MTA’s latest fare hike proposal: ‘Your entire plan is bulls–t’, nypost.com, Published 2025-08-19
9
Fall Warns Coney Casino Harms Pedestrian Safety▸Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
-
Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study,
Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
-
Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
5
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
-
Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Aug 9 - The Coney Island casino's EIS predicts thousands more cars, gridlocked roads, and crushed parking. Pedestrians and cyclists face higher exposure and danger.
Bill number: none. Status: Environmental Impact Statement filed Aug. 9, 2025. Committee: Community Advisory Committee (CAC); CAC met July 30. The EIS states: 'Proposed Coney Island casino would likely clog local roads with heavy traffic and overwhelm public parking.' Justin L. Brannan is noted for introducing a ferry-feasibility bill last fall. CAC member Marissa Solomon said mitigation measures likely won’t be enough. Assemblyman Charles Fall criticized risks to pedestrians. Developers offered transit incentives. Safety analysts warn the casino is projected to dramatically increase motor vehicle traffic and parking demand, worsening congestion and exposure risk for pedestrians and cyclists; mitigation focuses on flow, not street safety, and leaves vulnerable road users bearing the burden.
- Proposed Coney Island casino could bring heavy traffic, overwhelm parking, according to environmental impact study, Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-08-09
8
Fall Backs Safety‑Boosting Manhattan Bridge Speed Reduction▸Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
-
Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-08
7
Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
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Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
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Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Aug 8 - Concrete barriers will ring the Manhattan Bridge footpath. Two lanes will be narrowed. DOT will seek to cut the approach speed from 35 to 20 mph after a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. A Canal Street redesign is being fast-tracked.
Action: DOT announcement on 2025-08-08. No bill number or council committee. Matter quoted: "Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition." DOT will install concrete barriers, narrow two travel lanes, and propose reducing the Manhattan Bridge approach speed from 35 to 20 mph (subject to a 60-day public comment period). The changes follow a July 19 crash that killed a cyclist and a pedestrian. No council member sponsored or voted; Assembly member Charles Fall publicly backed the speed reduction. The installation of concrete barriers, lane narrowing, and a proposed speed limit reduction are proven measures that reduce vehicle speeds and protect vulnerable road users, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety.
- Friday’s Headlines: Fixing Canal Street Edition, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-08
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Fall Weighs Safety‑Boosting Canadian Enforcement Measures▸Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
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Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
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Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Aug 7 - A Streetsblog analysis urges U.S. cities to borrow Canadian enforcement: speed cameras, anti‑distraction laws, stronger seat‑belt rules. Study ties those laws to fewer deaths. Equity, policing, and lack of infrastructure constrain benefits for pedestrians and cyclists.
""The United States is really falling behind in terms of improving crash safety outcomes on roads for, drivers, vulnerable road users all road users, really,"" -- Charles Fall
No bill number. Status: policy proposal published Aug 7, 2025 in Streetsblog NYC. Committee: none. Key date: Aug 7, 2025. The piece is titled "Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help U.S. Lives." Author Kea Wilson frames a study saying thousands of U.S. lives might have been saved with more Canadian‑style enforcement. Assembly member Charles Fall is mentioned as considering those strategies; there is no vote or sponsorship recorded. Experts quoted include Rebecca Weast. Safety analysts note: Canadian‑style enforcement correlates with lower deaths, but equity concerns, risks of over‑policing, and missing infrastructure limit population‑level gains for pedestrians and cyclists; enforcement alone won’t shift modes.
- Northern Disclosure: Canada’s Road Laws Could Help Save U.S. Lives, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-07
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Bus Driver Collides With Teen on Park Ave▸Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Aug 5 - A bus driver collided with a 13-year-old on a moped on Park Ave near Castleton. The teen suffered a head injury and was found unconscious. Police recorded traffic control disregarded.
A bus driver and a teen on a moped collided on Park Ave near Castleton Ave in Staten Island. The 13-year-old moped rider was found unconscious with a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Police did not specify which driver disregarded traffic control. The bus driver, a 69-year-old man, was not reported injured. The bus driver was traveling east and the teen was traveling south; both operators were going straight before impact. No other contributing factors were listed for the teen. The report documents no additional injuries.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes▸Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
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Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes,
amny,
Published 2025-08-05
Aug 5 - Poor DOT signs on Hylan Boulevard sow chaos. Drivers turn from the wrong lane. Collisions mount. Bus lane rules shift by the hour. The street stays dangerous for those on foot and bike.
According to amny (2025-08-05), collisions on Hylan Boulevard have risen due to unclear DOT signage about bus lane hours. Borough President Vito Fossella noted, “That’s one accident every four days where somebody perhaps unwittingly thinks they must turn from the middle lane.” The article reports 32 crashes in 2025 tied to drivers making right turns from the middle lane instead of the curb-side bus lane. Some signs list hours, others only say 'Bus Corridor Photo,' confusing drivers. The lack of clear, consistent information leaves intersections hazardous, especially for vulnerable road users. The report highlights a pressing need for better signage and clearer policy.
- Confusing Bus Lane Signs Spur Crashes, amny, Published 2025-08-05