Aug 29 - A northbound BMW sedan struck a parked Chevrolet on Richmond Ave at Vedder Ave. The BMW’s front crushed. A 33-year-old woman driver was injured, conscious, with crush injuries to her elbow and lower arm. Police cited driver inattention.

A northbound BMW sedan struck a parked Chevrolet on Richmond Ave near Vedder Ave in Staten Island. One woman, the BMW driver, suffered crush injuries to her elbow and lower arm and was conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors included "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The police report lists the BMW driver as "Unlicensed." Police recorded the parked Chevy’s right rear bumper as the point of impact and the BMW’s left front bumper as damaged. The BMW deployed airbags. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported injured. Precinct 121 and collision ID 4838457 are cited in the file.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4838457 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Aug 25 - A 21-year-old motorcyclist crashed on the Verrazzano Bridge. He was ejected and died. Speed ruled the night. Metal, wind, and failure to slow. The bridge took the hit. No other victims listed.

A 21-year-old man riding a 2023 Kawasaki motorcycle east on the Verrazzano Bridge crashed and was ejected. He died of his injuries. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Speed.” The data lists driver errors as Unsafe Speed for the operator. No pedestrians, cyclists, or passengers were reported injured. Records show the motorcycle sustained right-front damage while going straight. The report notes the rider wore a helmet, but this detail follows the identified driver error. The location falls under NYPD Precinct 120 in Staten Island, on the bridge span, with no other vehicles named in the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4837825 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Jul 22 - E-bike slammed center front on Broadway. Two riders, both hurt in the head. Blood on the street. Distraction and confusion marked the crash. Staten Island night, sharp and unforgiving.

Two people riding an e-bike were injured in a crash at 221 Broadway, Staten Island. Both suffered head injuries—one with severe lacerations, the other with abrasions. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the collision. The e-bike struck with its center front end. No safety equipment was reported. The crash left both the driver and passenger conscious but wounded.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829670 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Jul 5 - A motorcyclist died on Bay Street when an SUV turned improperly. Unsafe speed and a sudden U-turn left one dead, others shaken. Metal and bodies collided. The street stayed silent.

A fatal crash on Bay Street at Norwood Avenue in Staten Island left a 34-year-old male motorcyclist dead. According to the police report, a motorcycle and an SUV collided as the SUV was making a U-turn. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorcyclist, who was wearing a helmet, was ejected and suffered fatal injuries. Three other occupants, including the SUV driver, sustained unspecified injuries. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of improper turns and unsafe speed on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825308 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Jun 23 - Eleven city lawmakers voted no on speed cameras. Their votes keep streets exposed. Pedestrians and cyclists lose a shield. Reckless drivers win. The city’s most basic defense—rejected. The toll will be measured in blood, not words.

On June 13 and June 17, 2025, the New York State Senate and Assembly voted on reauthorizing New York City's school zone speed camera program. The Senate passed the measure 38-21; three city senators—Stephen Chan, Andrew Lanza, Jessica Scarcella-Spanton—voted no. The Assembly passed it 110-31, with nine city lawmakers—Alec Brook-Krasny, Lester Chang, Simcha Eichenstein, Michael Novakhov, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Sam Pirozzolo, Michael Reilly, David Weprin, Kalman Yeger—opposing. The Streetsblog NYC article, 'Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program,' quotes lawmakers dismissing speed cameras as revenue grabs or burdens. The safety analyst notes: 'The event text does not describe a specific policy or legislative action, so no direct safety impact on pedestrians and cyclists can be assessed.' Still, the votes signal disregard for proven tools that protect those outside cars.

• Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-23

Jun 22 - An SUV hit a cyclist on Neptune Avenue. The rider suffered head wounds and shock. Police list injuries as severe. No driver errors named. The street saw blood and fear.

A cyclist, age 26, was struck by an SUV on Neptune Avenue near Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered head injuries and severe lacerations, and was in shock. The SUV's right front bumper hit the cyclist. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The police report notes the cyclist's safety equipment as unknown. The crash left the cyclist injured, while the SUV occupants were not reported as seriously hurt.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823927 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Jun 18 - Congestion pricing cuts traffic jams across Manhattan and the metro. Streets clear. Delays drop. Fewer cars mean more space for people. The city breathes. Vulnerable road users gain ground. Data shows real relief, not empty promises.

On June 18, 2025, the Regional Plan Association released a report on congestion pricing’s impact. The study, covered by Barbara Russo-Lennon, found a 25% drop in Manhattan traffic jams, with smaller but real declines in the Bronx and New Jersey. The report states: 'Congestion pricing is delivering clear benefits, saving people time and the aggravation of being stuck in traffic.' Council Member Frank Morano and State Sen. Jessica Scarcella-Spanton criticized the program, citing Staten Island’s smaller gains and health concerns. MTA Chair Janno Lieber defended the policy, pointing to improved drive times and transit use. Safety analysts note congestion pricing reduces car traffic, lowers crash risk for pedestrians and cyclists, encourages mode shift, and supports safer, more equitable streets. The program’s future now rests with the federal courts.

• Real road relief: Latest congestion pricing research shows fewer traffic jams and delays across NYC metro area, Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-06-18

Jun 13 - Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.

Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-13

Jun 12 - Senate backs S 4045. Repeat speeders face forced installation of speed assistance tech. Eleven points or six camera tickets triggers action. Law targets reckless drivers. Streets may get safer for those outside the car.

Senate bill S 4045, sponsored by Andrew Gounardes and co-sponsored by over two dozen senators, passed committee votes on June 11 and June 12, 2025. The bill, titled 'Relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits,' mandates these devices for drivers who rack up eleven or more points in 24 months, or six speed or red light camera tickets in a year. The measure aims to curb repeat dangerous driving. Senators including Jamaal Bailey, Jabari Brisport, and others voted yes. The bill targets drivers with a pattern of violations, seeking to cut risk for pedestrians and cyclists by limiting repeat speeding.

• File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12

Jun 11 - A sedan turned left on Bay Street, striking a southbound motorcycle. The rider suffered severe leg wounds. Police cite following too closely as a factor. Streets left another body broken.

A sedan making a left turn on Bay Street at Wave Street collided with a southbound motorcycle. The 24-year-old motorcycle rider suffered severe lacerations and leg injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' contributed to the crash. The sedan's driver held only a permit. The report lists no errors for the motorcyclist. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data, but the crash's cause points to driver behavior. No pedestrians were involved. The streets of Staten Island saw another rider hurt by a car's mistake.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820153 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Jun 4 - SUV struck parked sedan in Brooklyn. Driver suffered severe head lacerations. Police cite alcohol involvement. Streets remain hostile for all.

An SUV crashed into a parked sedan at 290 West End Avenue in Brooklyn. The SUV driver, a 42-year-old man, suffered severe head lacerations and was incoherent at the scene. According to the police report, alcohol involvement contributed to the crash. The sedan was unoccupied. No other injuries were reported. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817800 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

May 17 - A 58-year-old man crossed Targee Street. An e-bike struck him at unsafe speed. He died from chest injuries. The e-bike driver was ejected and injured. Parked cars stood by, untouched.

A 58-year-old pedestrian was killed on Targee Street, Staten Island, after being struck by an e-bike. According to the police report, the crash involved an e-bike and a sedan, with 'Unsafe Speed' listed as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered fatal chest injuries while crossing outside a crosswalk. The 25-year-old e-bike driver was ejected and sustained back injuries. Parked vehicles were also involved but not damaged in the collision. The report highlights unsafe speed as the primary driver error.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813412 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

May 12 - A man in a Nissan crashed into a police car on Staten Island. He fired a gun through his windshield. Officers dodged the bullet but landed in the hospital, cut by glass. Police found two guns. The driver was arrested.

According to the New York Post (May 12, 2025), a 31-year-old man fled a traffic stop on Staten Island, crashed his Nissan SUV into a police cruiser, and fired a gun through his own windshield, striking the vehicle but missing the officers. The article states, “The gunman smashed his Nissan into the police car and then opened fire on the vehicle, striking it but missing the officers inside.” Officers were hospitalized for injuries from shattered glass. Police recovered two guns from the vehicle. The suspect, on parole for a prior assault, was arrested at the scene. The incident highlights the dangers of high-speed flight and armed confrontations during routine traffic enforcement.

• Driver Rams Police, Fires Through Windshield, New York Post, Published 2025-05-12

May 7 - Taxi making U-turn hit 88-year-old man at intersection. Head wound. Blood on pavement. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield.

An 88-year-old man was struck by a taxi while crossing at the intersection of 2800 W 5 St in Brooklyn. He suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, the taxi was making a U-turn when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2020 Infiniti taxi. No injuries were reported for the driver or other occupants. The impact was to the left front bumper of the taxi.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811237 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

May 2 - A sedan driver struck parked cars on Homestead Ave. Distraction outside the car led to a crash. The driver suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Three others were hurt. Streets remain unforgiving.

A sedan traveling west on Homestead Ave collided with parked vehicles. According to the police report, 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the crash. The 28-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Three other occupants were also injured. The report lists distraction as the main contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809771 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Apr 29 - A distracted driver struck a man off Granite Ave. The sedan’s bumper hit his leg. The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations. Streets remain dangerous for those on foot.

A sedan traveling west on Granite Ave struck a 37-year-old man who was not in the roadway. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg and foot. The impact came from the sedan’s left front bumper. The driver, operating with a permit, and a female passenger were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians from driver distraction.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809760 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Apr 13 - Two sedans struck a man crossing Hylan Blvd. His body broke under their front ends. He lay unconscious, crushed. Drivers walked away. He did not.

A 35-year-old man was struck by two sedans while crossing Hylan Blvd near Dawson Place, Staten Island. According to the police report, 'Two sedans struck a man crossing against the light. His body broke beneath the front ends. He lay unconscious, crushed from head to foot. Drivers wore belts. They walked away. He did not.' The pedestrian suffered crush injuries to his entire body and was left unconscious. Both vehicles hit him with their center front ends. No driver errors were specified in the report. The data lists the pedestrian as crossing against the signal, but no contributing factors were assigned to the drivers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805898 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Apr 9 - Honda SUV moves east. Driver’s view blocked. Old man crosses with signal. Metal hits flesh. Blood on the head. Woman and child inside, both hurt, both conscious.

A Honda SUV struck a 76-year-old man crossing Steuben Street with the signal. According to the police report, the driver’s view was obstructed. The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations. The driver, a 34-year-old woman, and a 10-year-old boy in the rear seat were also injured. Police list 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash left three people hurt, one seriously. No blame is placed on those struck.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804886 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Mar 28 - A Chevy SUV veered too close on Davis Ave, smashing three parked cars. Metal shrieked. A 32-year-old man, belted in, struck his head and bled. He stayed conscious, sprawled on the pavement as sirens wailed through Staten Island.

According to the police report, a Chevy SUV traveling south on Davis Ave near Delafield Ave 'clipped too close,' striking three parked vehicles. The report states that the crash resulted in 'metal screamed' and left a 32-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt, with severe head lacerations. He remained conscious at the scene. The police report cites 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The SUV's right front quarter panel was damaged, and the impact involved the left side doors. No evidence in the report suggests any error or action by the parked vehicles or their occupants. The crash underscores the danger posed by improper passing and lane usage on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802335 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-17

Mar 15 - A police cruiser swerved from a U-turning car and crashed into a building. Two officers went to the hospital. The street bore the scars. Metal, glass, brick—shattered. Sirens cut the air. The city’s danger showed, again.

ABC7 reported on March 15, 2025, that two NYPD officers crashed their cruiser into a building at Victory Boulevard and Montgomery Street in Staten Island. The officers were responding to a call about a man with a gun. According to the article, 'another vehicle attempted to make a U-turn, causing the police cruiser to swerve to avoid a collision.' Both officers were hospitalized and are expected to recover. The crash highlights the risks of sudden maneuvers and U-turns on busy city streets. No bystanders were reported injured. The incident underscores the persistent dangers posed by unpredictable driver actions and the high stakes of emergency response in dense urban environments.

• Police Cruiser Slams Into Staten Island Building, ABC7, Published 2025-03-15