Crash Count for AD 33
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,049
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,546
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 408
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 16
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 11
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in AD 33?

Five Dead, Hundreds Hurt—How Many More Before AD 33 Streets Are Safe?

Five Dead, Hundreds Hurt—How Many More Before AD 33 Streets Are Safe?

AD 33: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025

Blood on the Asphalt: Recent Crashes in AD 33

The streets of Assembly District 33 do not forgive. In the past year alone, five people have died and over 800 have been injured in traffic crashes here. Just last month, a 39-year-old man on a scooter was thrown to the ground and killed when a van turned left across his path at 116th Avenue and Nashville Boulevard. Police said, “As the van attempted to turn left onto Nashville Boulevard, it collided with the scooter, immediately propelling Lagredelle off the device” (amny report).

A week later, a 15-year-old fleeing police on an e-bike was struck and killed by a Lexus driver with a suspended license and 53 speed camera violations. The driver tried to run. The NYPD’s Force Investigation Division is now probing the crash (NY Daily News investigation).

The Numbers: Relentless and Rising

In the last 12 months, AD 33 saw 1,152 crashes, 5 deaths, and 803 injuries. Children are not spared—88 injured, none killed, but luck is not a strategy. Cars and SUVs did most of the harm, causing over 250 pedestrian injuries and two deaths. Trucks killed at least one more. The numbers do not lie. They do not comfort.

Leadership: What Has Clyde Vanel Done?

Assembly Member Clyde Vanel has voted to extend and expand school speed cameras, a move that protects children near schools (speed camera legislation). He co-sponsored a bill to require speed-limiting tech for repeat speeders (speed-limiting bill). But Vanel also voted to weaken bus lane rules, a step that puts pedestrians and cyclists at greater risk. The work is not done. The danger is not gone.

The Call: Demand Action Now

Every crash is preventable. Every death is a policy failure. Call Assembly Member Vanel. Demand a citywide 20 mph speed limit. Demand real penalties for repeat speeders. Demand streets where a child can cross without fear. The blood on the street is not an accident. It is a choice. Change it.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the New York State Assembly and how does it work?
The New York State Assembly is the lower house of the state legislature, responsible for making and passing laws. Assembly Members represent districts across the state and vote on bills that affect all New Yorkers.
Where does AD 33 sit politically?
It belongs to Queens, in City Council District 27 and State Senate District 11 (NYC Open Data crash map).
Which areas are in AD 33?
It includes St. Albans, Hollis, Glen Oaks-Floral Park-New Hyde Park, Bellerose, Queens Village, Cambria Heights, and Queens CB13 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts 23 and 27, and State Senate Districts 11 and 14 (NYC Open Data crash map).
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in AD 33?
Cars and trucks caused the most harm, with over 250 pedestrian injuries and two deaths. Motorcycles and mopeds were involved in at least one serious injury, while bikes caused no reported pedestrian deaths or serious injuries (NYC Open Data crash map).
Are crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
Crashes are preventable. Every death and injury is the result of choices—by drivers, by policymakers, by those who design and enforce our streets.
What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
They can lower speed limits, expand speed camera programs, pass laws to rein in repeat speeders, and fund safer street designs. They can also hold drivers accountable and ensure enforcement focuses on the most dangerous behavior.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

Citations

Fix the Problem

Clyde Vanel
Assembly Member Clyde Vanel
District 33
District Office:
97-01 Springfield Blvd., Queens Village, NY 11429
Legislative Office:
Room 424, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248

Other Representatives

Nantasha Williams
Council Member Nantasha Williams
District 27
District Office:
172-12 Linden Boulevard, St. Albans, NY 11434
718-527-4356
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1850, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
Twitter: CMBWilliams
Toby Stavisky
State Senator Toby Stavisky
District 11
District Office:
134-01 20th Avenue 2nd Floor, College Point, NY 11356
Legislative Office:
Room 913, Legislative Office Building 188 State St., Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

AD 33 Assembly District 33 sits in Queens, Precinct 105, District 27, SD 11.

It contains St. Albans, Hollis, Glen Oaks-Floral Park-New Hyde Park, Bellerose, Queens Village, Cambria Heights, Queens CB13.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Assembly District 33

Flatbed Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens

A flatbed truck turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. Its right bumper hit a 68-year-old man. Head trauma. Internal bleeding. He fell still. The street stayed quiet. The driver failed to yield. Distraction played a part. The man died.

A flatbed truck making a left turn at Francis Lewis Boulevard and Hillside Avenue struck a 68-year-old man. According to the police report, the truck's right front bumper hit the pedestrian, causing head trauma and internal bleeding. The man was conscious at first, then motionless. He died from his injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The truck showed no damage. The data does not indicate any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The deadly impact highlights the danger faced by people on foot when drivers fail to yield and pay attention.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4578375 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Mazda Slams Parkway, Passenger Killed in Alcohol Crash

A Mazda tore into the night on Cross Island Parkway. It hit hard, front-first. The passenger, 39, died with a broken neck. The driver, on a permit, survived with chest injuries. Alcohol was a factor. The road stayed silent. Lives changed.

A 2007 Mazda sedan crashed on Cross Island Parkway at 2:23 a.m. Three people were inside. The front passenger, a 39-year-old man, was killed with a broken neck. The driver, a 41-year-old woman with only a permit, suffered chest fractures. A 17-year-old rear passenger was ejected and injured. According to the police report, 'Alcohol was there.' The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor for all occupants. The driver held only a permit, not a full license. The car was demolished. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left one dead, two hurt, and a family changed forever.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4529634 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Head-On Sedan Collision Pins Young Driver

Two sedans met head-on in the dark on 113 Avenue. Steel twisted. A 23-year-old driver, semiconscious, was pinned with crush injuries to his shoulder. Glass scattered. Both cars struck left-front. Neither yielded. The street fell silent.

Two sedans collided head-on on 113 Avenue. According to the police report, both vehicles struck left-front, and neither yielded. A 23-year-old male driver was left semiconscious and pinned with crush injuries to his shoulder and upper arm. Three others, ages 57, 27, and 61, were also involved and suffered unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. The crash happened in darkness, leaving the street quiet and littered with broken glass. No other contributing factors were cited in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4524852 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Head-On Sedan Collision Shreds 99 Avenue Calm

Two sedans slammed head-on in the dark on 99 Avenue. Metal twisted. A young man in the middle seat bled hard from the face. Drivers and passengers hurt. Signals ignored. The street fell silent under wreckage and blood.

Two sedans collided head-on on 99 Avenue. According to the police report, both vehicles ignored traffic controls. The crash left a 22-year-old male passenger with severe facial bleeding, a 23-year-old male driver with neck injuries, and a 29-year-old male driver with back injuries. All were conscious and belted. The report states: “Signals were ignored. Speed unchecked.” The listed contributing factor is 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' No mention of helmet or signal use as a cause. The crash underscores the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving passengers and drivers wounded in the aftermath.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4521741 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Honda Slams Parked Nissan on 104th Avenue

A Honda crashed into a parked Nissan in Queens before dawn. Metal twisted. Three men hurt. Blood on faces. One passenger bled badly but stayed conscious. Alcohol played a part. The street was quiet. The danger was not.

A Honda sedan struck a parked Nissan on 104th Avenue near 186th Street in Queens at 4 a.m. Three men were injured. According to the police report, 'Alcohol was involved.' The 22-year-old front passenger suffered severe bleeding to his face but remained conscious. The 23-year-old Honda driver had minor facial bleeding. Another driver, age 24, reported neck pain. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. Both injured drivers and the passenger were using seat belts. The crash left the Honda’s front end crushed. The Nissan was parked and unoccupied. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4522904 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Fails to Yield, E-Scooter Rider Gashed

A Toyota SUV hit a westbound e-scooter at 223rd Street and 111th Avenue. The 19-year-old rider suffered deep leg wounds. His scooter was crushed. The SUV’s front end dented. The driver kept straight. Failure to yield marked the crash.

A Toyota SUV struck a 19-year-old e-scooter rider at the corner of 223rd Street and 111th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV hit the westbound scooter, leaving the rider with severe lacerations to his leg. The scooter was demolished. The SUV’s front end was damaged, but the vehicle continued straight after impact. Police identified 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both the SUV driver and the e-scooter rider. The rider was not using any safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver’s failure to yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4513903 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Two Sedans Collide, Teen Bleeds, Parked Cars Hit

Steel met steel on 212th Street. Two sedans crashed. A teenager bled from the head. Another’s hip crushed. Parked cars struck, glass scattered. Night held the wreckage and pain. The street fell silent after the chaos.

Two sedans collided near 212th Street and 110th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash left a 17-year-old passenger with injuries to his entire body and a complaint of pain. An 18-year-old passenger suffered severe head bleeding. One driver, age 26, sustained crush injuries to his hip and upper leg. Another 18-year-old driver reported whiplash. Parked cars were struck and damaged. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No specific driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield are noted in the data. Safety equipment is only mentioned for some occupants and is not listed as a contributing factor. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4513786 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Four Sedans Collide on Farmers Boulevard, Woman Killed

Four sedans crash on Farmers Boulevard. Metal twists. Glass flies. A 23-year-old woman dies at the wheel. Engines stop. The street grows quiet. The system fails. No clear cause. Only loss remains.

On Farmers Boulevard, four sedans collided midday. According to the police report, a 23-year-old woman, belted in her car, died at the scene. The crash involved vehicles traveling north, south, and east, with one parked sedan struck. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All injuries except the fatality are unspecified. The police report states: 'Farmers Boulevard, midday—four sedans collide. A 23-year-old woman, belted in her car, dies at the wheel. Glass scatters. Metal folds. Engines go still. The street holds her silence.' No helmet or signal issues are cited. The cause remains officially unspecified in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4510803 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Honda Sedan Slams Object, Driver Bleeds

A Honda sedan turned left on 94 Road. The front end struck something unseen. The airbag burst. The driver, thirty, bled from the head. He spoke in fragments. The night in Queens left him broken and dazed.

A 2015 Honda sedan made a left turn at 94 Road and 217 Street in Queens. The car's front end struck an unknown object. According to the police report, the airbag deployed. The driver, a 30-year-old man, suffered severe head lacerations and was incoherent at the scene. He wore a seatbelt. No other injuries were specified. The report lists no clear contributing factors beyond 'Unspecified.' The impact left the driver hurt and bleeding, with the car's left front bumper damaged.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4497920 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04