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 14
▸ Crush Injuries 13
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 8
▸ Severe Lacerations 13
▸ Concussion 9
▸ Whiplash 68
▸ Contusion/Bruise 129
▸ Abrasion 70
▸ Pain/Nausea 39
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.
CloseAD 37’s deadly loop: trucks, turns, and a drumbeat of sirens
AD 37: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Two corridors, too many sirens
- On the Long Island Expressway, two people died and hundreds were hurt. The LIE logged 476 injuries and 12 serious injuries, with two deaths in this district’s slice, making it a top hotspot. The Brooklyn‑Queens Expressway added 202 injuries and another death in the same period. These are not one‑offs. They are the spine of harm.
- The hours tell their own story. Injuries stack up through the afternoon rush and into the night, with sharp spikes at 2 p.m., 4 p.m., and 5 p.m. The body count climbs again late, including deaths logged around 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 4 p.m., 5 p.m., and 10 p.m. The pattern is steady. The pain does not keep office hours. Open Data.
Greenpoint and 47th: a right turn, a left turn, a body
- July 18, 2024, late morning at Greenpoint Avenue and 43 Street. A box truck made a right. A 28‑year‑old on an e‑bike was going straight. She was killed. The record lists “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” It also records the turn. Crash 4741425.
- June 26, 2024, mid‑afternoon at 47 Avenue and 46 Street. A driver making a left struck a 16‑year‑old in the intersection. She died of crush injuries. The file notes an obstructed view. The turn still happened. Crash 4735938.
Heavy metal, soft bodies
- Trucks and buses do outsized harm. In pedestrian injuries, trucks are linked to two deaths in this district dataset, with 21 total pedestrian casualties attributed to trucks; SUVs and sedans account for many more injuries and deaths combined. The mode split shows four deaths tied to “Other Motorized” and five to vehicle occupants, with cyclists and pedestrians each at four. People outside vehicles keep losing. District stats.
- Night hours are cruel. From 10 p.m. to midnight, injuries stay high and deaths recur. At 11 p.m., injuries total 127 with two serious injuries; deaths hit two at 10 p.m. and one at 11 p.m. The numbers read like a metronome. Open Data.
Names on the ledger
- March 9, 2024, Laurel Hill Boulevard at 49 Street. An 18‑year‑old on a 2023 moped was ejected and died. The report lists no license. It also lists a road, a time, and a young man who did not make it home. Crash 4709150.
- June 1, 2024, on the LIE. A 26‑year‑old on a motorcycle hit a truck changing lanes. He wore a helmet. He died anyway. Crash 4729766.
- November 21, 2024, on the BQE. Four vehicles going west. A 75‑year‑old rear‑seat passenger died. An 8‑year‑old in the same row was injured. Seat belts unknown. The highway kept moving. Crash 4773163.
Where to fix first
- Start with the worst. The LIE and BQE drive the toll. Harden merges. Slow approaches. Keep trucks in lanes that spare local exits.
- On Greenpoint Avenue and 47 Avenue, daylight corners, add leading pedestrian/bike intervals, and harden turns so trucks cannot sweep wide. These are basic tools. They stop the turning strikes that keep killing.
- Nights are bloody here. Target night operations at repeat hotspots with speed cameras where allowed and physical calming where cameras can’t reach. The hourly curve says it plainly. Open Data.
Power must move
- Albany extended school speed protections in June 2025. Senator Andrew Gounardes moved S 8344 through, and lawmakers voted yes to keep kids safer near schools. The tools exist. They need to be used at full force.
- Citywide, two steps cut the bloodshed. First, a lower default speed. Second, speed limiters for repeat offenders.
- The Assembly has a live bill to force speed limiters on the worst drivers. A 2299 would require intelligent speed assistance after point and camera‑ticket thresholds. It is aimed at the tiny slice doing outsized harm. Advocates have shown that a small cohort racks up violations and carnage; the linkage between extreme ticket histories and deadly risk is documented. Streetsblog reported that 1.5% of motorists cause 21% of pedestrian deaths.
This district’s map is a ledger of grief. Highways roar. Trucks turn. People don’t get up. The fixes are known. Slow the streets. Stop the repeat offenders.
Take one step now: tell City Hall and Albany to act. Start here: take action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4709150 - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
- File A 2299, Open States, Published 2025-01-16
- The 1.5 percent of drivers who cause 21 percent of pedestrian deaths, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-10-20
Fix the Problem
District 37
45-10 Skillman Ave. 1st Floor, Sunnyside, NY 11104
Room 427, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
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District 26
37-04 Queens Boulevard, Suite 205, Long Island City, NY 11101
718-383-9566
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212-788-6975
District 12
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Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
AD 37 Assembly District 37 sits in Queens, Precinct 108, District 26, SD 12.
It contains Sunnyside Yards (North), Long Island City-Hunters Point, Sunnyside, Sunnyside Yards (South), Calvary & Mount Zion Cemeteries, Maspeth, Ridgewood, Mount Olivet & All Faiths Cemeteries, Queens CB2, Queens CB5.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Assembly District 37
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Steering Failure Causes Rear-End Crash on Expressway▸Oct 13 - Two sedans travel westbound on the Long Island Expressway. One loses steering control and crashes into the rear of the other. A 30-year-old driver, restrained and conscious, suffers a broken back and severe crush injuries in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway near 40.732033°N, 73.91893°W around 23:35. One sedan experienced a steering failure, causing it to collide with the rear of the other vehicle. The report states, 'One lost steering. The other struck from behind.' A 30-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was crushed in his seat and sustained a broken back but remained conscious at the scene. The primary contributing factor cited by police is 'Steering Failure.' The collision caused severe crush injuries to the driver. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights mechanical failure and driver loss of control as the cause of this serious expressway collision.
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Flatbed Truck Hits Cyclist on Queens Boulevard▸Sep 4 - Flatbed truck rolled east. Cyclist crossed north. Metal struck skull. Blood pooled. Truck kept moving. Cyclist lay bleeding. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a flatbed truck traveling east on Queens Boulevard at 35th Street struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist crossing north. The cyclist suffered severe head bleeding and lay conscious but helmetless. The report states the truck 'kept rolling' while 'the bike did not.' Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s lack of helmet is noted in the report, but the primary error identified is the truck driver's inattention. The impact left blood pooling on the asphalt, showing the brutal cost of distraction behind the wheel.
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Tesla Turns Left, Moped Rider Crushed in Queens▸Aug 12 - Steel struck flesh on 43rd Street. A Tesla turned left. A moped kept straight. The rider’s leg shattered under the car’s weight. No helmet. Blood on the pavement. Night air thick with sirens and the cold bite of metal.
A violent collision unfolded at 43rd Street and 50th Avenue in Queens when a Tesla sedan turned left and struck a moped traveling straight, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 8:15 p.m. The report details that the moped rider, a 26-year-old man, suffered severe crush injuries to his leg and was conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The Tesla’s left front bumper collided with the moped’s right front, sending the rider to the pavement. The police report’s language—'Steel struck flesh. A 26-year-old man crumpled to the pavement, leg crushed'—underscores the brutal impact and the dangers faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield or pay attention.
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Sedan Turns Left, Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg▸Aug 12 - A sedan turned left on 68th Avenue, striking a 64-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The driver did not stop. Her leg was crushed. The car showed no damage. The pain lingered at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn at 68th Avenue and Fresh Pond Road struck a 64-year-old woman as she crossed the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the driver failed to yield the right-of-way, a critical error cited as the primary contributing factor. The driver fled the scene without stopping, leaving the woman with severe crush injuries to her leg. The vehicle, a 2021 Hyundai sedan, showed no visible damage. The police report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, emphasizing that driver failure to yield was the decisive factor in the collision. No other contributing behaviors by the victim are listed. The crash underscores the persistent danger posed to pedestrians by drivers who disregard right-of-way at city intersections.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed on Greenpoint Avenue▸Jul 18 - A box truck swung right on Greenpoint Avenue. An e-bike rider, just 28, kept straight. She was thrown, her hip shattered. She died there, helmet on, beneath the Queens sun. Failure to yield and driver distraction ended her ride.
According to the police report, a box truck was making a right turn at Greenpoint Avenue and 43rd Street in Queens when it struck a 28-year-old woman riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. The impact ejected her from the bike, shattering her hip and causing fatal injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the truck driver. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver's errors. The collision occurred at 11:35 a.m., with the truck's right front bumper cited as the point of impact. The woman died at the scene, another life ended by a driver’s failure to yield and lack of attention.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian After Moped-Bike Collision▸Jul 2 - A moped turned right, striking a bicycle from behind on Queens Boulevard. A GMC SUV then hit a 36-year-old pedestrian head-on, crushing his lower body. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing chaos at the intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Queens Boulevard and Jackson Avenue in Queens around 19:43. A moped was making a right turn and struck a bicycle from behind, damaging the moped's left side doors and the bike's center back end. Subsequently, a GMC SUV traveling straight ahead struck a 36-year-old pedestrian head-on, causing contusions and crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both the moped and SUV drivers. Additionally, the pedestrian was noted for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly,' while the bicyclist was cited for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sequence highlights systemic dangers when multiple drivers fail to yield at busy intersections.
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Ford Truck Turns, Crushes Teen Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jun 26 - A Ford carry-all turned left at 47th Avenue and 46th Street. The truck struck a 16-year-old girl in the center of the crosswalk. She suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s view was obstructed. The truck showed no damage. The license remained.
A deadly collision unfolded at the corner of 47th Avenue and 46th Street in Queens when, according to the police report, a Ford carry-all making a left turn struck a 16-year-old pedestrian in the center of the crosswalk. The report states the girl was crushed and suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s actions are underscored by the police report’s citation of 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage, and the driver kept his license, according to the police report. No contributing factors were attributed to the victim. The report details the systemic danger faced by pedestrians at intersections, especially when drivers proceed with limited visibility.
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Valdez Condemns Hochuls Misguided Congestion Pricing Pause▸Jun 11 - Queens residents gathered under the 7 train. They blasted Governor Hochul’s sudden halt of congestion pricing. Protesters called it a betrayal of millions who rely on transit. Anger burned over lost upgrades, broken promises, and a system that favors drivers over straphangers.
On June 11, 2024, three dozen Queens residents rallied against Governor Hochul’s last-minute decision to pause congestion pricing. The protest, organized by Laura Shepard of Transportation Alternatives, took place under the 7 train. Jaqi Cohen of Tri-State Transportation Campaign declared, “She can't ignore the needs of New York's eight million transit riders.” Restaurant owner Michael Fuquay said, “You want to know how my employees get to work? They walk, they bike, they take the bus.” State Assembly candidate Claire Valdez called the move “a slap in the face to millions who use public transit.” The MTA’s capital plan, including long-awaited elevator upgrades at 46 St-Bliss St and 33 St-Rawson, now hangs in the balance. Protesters condemned the governor’s action as a blow to vulnerable New Yorkers who depend on safe, reliable transit.
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Queens Residents Rally Against Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Flip Flop,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-11
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Diesel Truck Lane Shift Kills Motorcyclist▸Jun 1 - A diesel truck veered on the Long Island Expressway. A Yamaha slammed its rear. The rider, twenty-six, flew from the bike. His helmet cracked. His body struck pavement. His breath stopped. The truck kept moving. The road claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded on the Long Island Expressway when a diesel tractor truck shifted lanes, according to the police report. The Yamaha motorcycle, traveling straight ahead, struck the truck's right rear bumper. The 26-year-old motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike. The helmet cracked on impact, and the rider suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, pointing to a critical driver error by the truck operator during the lane change. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The violence of the impact and the disregard for traffic control combined to end a young life on a highway built for speed, not safety.
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Chevy Sedan Veers, Slams Parked Honda Head-On▸May 29 - A Chevy sedan veered off course on Forest Avenue, smashing headlong into a parked Honda. Metal twisted. Glass bloodied. The driver, 38, conscious but bleeding, suffered deep wounds. The Honda never moved. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a Chevy sedan traveling southeast on Forest Avenue near Woodbine Street veered from its path and struck a parked Honda sedan head-on. The report describes the incident as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' highlighting a clear driver error. The Honda was stationary and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact left the Chevy's driver, a 38-year-old man, conscious but with severe lacerations to the head and bleeding, as detailed in the report: 'Metal crumpled. Blood on glass.' No contributing factors are attributed to the parked vehicle or any other party. The collision underscores the consequences of improper lane usage and loss of vehicle control, with all harm falling on the driver responsible for the errant maneuver.
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Cyclist Struck Head-On by Distracted Driver in Queens▸May 26 - An 18-year-old cyclist bled from the head after a head-on crash on Honeywell Street. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver failed to see him. The street kept moving. The cyclist stayed conscious, injured and alone.
An 18-year-old cyclist was struck head-on on Honeywell Street near Skillman Avenue in Queens, sustaining a severe head injury and bleeding heavily, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 7:30 a.m. The report states, 'The driver did not see him,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, remained conscious at the scene, but blood pooled on the pavement. The police report does not cite any cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
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Unlicensed Teen Dies in Solo Motorscooter Crash▸Mar 9 - An unlicensed 18-year-old on a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter slammed headfirst, ejected, and died on Laurel Hill Boulevard. The streetlight flickered above his crushed skull. No helmet. No one else involved. The road claimed another young life.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male, operating a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter, crashed near Laurel Hill Boulevard and 49th Street in Queens at 22:37. The report states he was 'unlicensed and bareheaded,' and that he was ejected from the vehicle, suffering fatal head injuries. The narrative describes the victim as slamming 'headfirst' and dying alone on the pavement. Police records indicate the driver had no license and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, consistent with a high-impact collision. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, but the data makes clear the driver was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The crash underscores the lethal risk of unlicensed operation and lack of protective equipment, as documented in the official report.
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Taxi Passenger’s Face Torn in Left-Turn Crash▸Feb 13 - A taxi turned left on Thomson Avenue. An SUV slammed its side. Metal screamed. Blood pooled as a woman in the back seat faded, semiconscious, her face split open, her belt holding her in place. The city’s danger pressed in.
A severe collision unfolded on Thomson Avenue when a taxi making a left turn was struck on its side by an SUV proceeding straight, according to the police report. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Inside the taxi, a 49-year-old woman seated in the right rear position suffered severe facial lacerations and was found semiconscious, her lap belt and harness holding her in place. The narrative states, 'A taxi turned left. An SUV struck its side. Metal shrieked. In the back seat, a woman’s face split open. Blood pooled on the floor. She faded, semiconscious, her belt holding what the crash could not.' The violence of the impact and the cited driver inattention underscore the systemic dangers faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
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Jeep Slams Into Infiniti, Passenger’s Back Broken▸Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Oct 13 - Two sedans travel westbound on the Long Island Expressway. One loses steering control and crashes into the rear of the other. A 30-year-old driver, restrained and conscious, suffers a broken back and severe crush injuries in the violent impact.
According to the police report, two sedans were traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway near 40.732033°N, 73.91893°W around 23:35. One sedan experienced a steering failure, causing it to collide with the rear of the other vehicle. The report states, 'One lost steering. The other struck from behind.' A 30-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt, was crushed in his seat and sustained a broken back but remained conscious at the scene. The primary contributing factor cited by police is 'Steering Failure.' The collision caused severe crush injuries to the driver. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights mechanical failure and driver loss of control as the cause of this serious expressway collision.
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Flatbed Truck Hits Cyclist on Queens Boulevard▸Sep 4 - Flatbed truck rolled east. Cyclist crossed north. Metal struck skull. Blood pooled. Truck kept moving. Cyclist lay bleeding. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a flatbed truck traveling east on Queens Boulevard at 35th Street struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist crossing north. The cyclist suffered severe head bleeding and lay conscious but helmetless. The report states the truck 'kept rolling' while 'the bike did not.' Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s lack of helmet is noted in the report, but the primary error identified is the truck driver's inattention. The impact left blood pooling on the asphalt, showing the brutal cost of distraction behind the wheel.
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Tesla Turns Left, Moped Rider Crushed in Queens▸Aug 12 - Steel struck flesh on 43rd Street. A Tesla turned left. A moped kept straight. The rider’s leg shattered under the car’s weight. No helmet. Blood on the pavement. Night air thick with sirens and the cold bite of metal.
A violent collision unfolded at 43rd Street and 50th Avenue in Queens when a Tesla sedan turned left and struck a moped traveling straight, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 8:15 p.m. The report details that the moped rider, a 26-year-old man, suffered severe crush injuries to his leg and was conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The Tesla’s left front bumper collided with the moped’s right front, sending the rider to the pavement. The police report’s language—'Steel struck flesh. A 26-year-old man crumpled to the pavement, leg crushed'—underscores the brutal impact and the dangers faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield or pay attention.
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Sedan Turns Left, Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg▸Aug 12 - A sedan turned left on 68th Avenue, striking a 64-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The driver did not stop. Her leg was crushed. The car showed no damage. The pain lingered at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn at 68th Avenue and Fresh Pond Road struck a 64-year-old woman as she crossed the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the driver failed to yield the right-of-way, a critical error cited as the primary contributing factor. The driver fled the scene without stopping, leaving the woman with severe crush injuries to her leg. The vehicle, a 2021 Hyundai sedan, showed no visible damage. The police report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, emphasizing that driver failure to yield was the decisive factor in the collision. No other contributing behaviors by the victim are listed. The crash underscores the persistent danger posed to pedestrians by drivers who disregard right-of-way at city intersections.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed on Greenpoint Avenue▸Jul 18 - A box truck swung right on Greenpoint Avenue. An e-bike rider, just 28, kept straight. She was thrown, her hip shattered. She died there, helmet on, beneath the Queens sun. Failure to yield and driver distraction ended her ride.
According to the police report, a box truck was making a right turn at Greenpoint Avenue and 43rd Street in Queens when it struck a 28-year-old woman riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. The impact ejected her from the bike, shattering her hip and causing fatal injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the truck driver. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver's errors. The collision occurred at 11:35 a.m., with the truck's right front bumper cited as the point of impact. The woman died at the scene, another life ended by a driver’s failure to yield and lack of attention.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian After Moped-Bike Collision▸Jul 2 - A moped turned right, striking a bicycle from behind on Queens Boulevard. A GMC SUV then hit a 36-year-old pedestrian head-on, crushing his lower body. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing chaos at the intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Queens Boulevard and Jackson Avenue in Queens around 19:43. A moped was making a right turn and struck a bicycle from behind, damaging the moped's left side doors and the bike's center back end. Subsequently, a GMC SUV traveling straight ahead struck a 36-year-old pedestrian head-on, causing contusions and crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both the moped and SUV drivers. Additionally, the pedestrian was noted for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly,' while the bicyclist was cited for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sequence highlights systemic dangers when multiple drivers fail to yield at busy intersections.
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Ford Truck Turns, Crushes Teen Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jun 26 - A Ford carry-all turned left at 47th Avenue and 46th Street. The truck struck a 16-year-old girl in the center of the crosswalk. She suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s view was obstructed. The truck showed no damage. The license remained.
A deadly collision unfolded at the corner of 47th Avenue and 46th Street in Queens when, according to the police report, a Ford carry-all making a left turn struck a 16-year-old pedestrian in the center of the crosswalk. The report states the girl was crushed and suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s actions are underscored by the police report’s citation of 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage, and the driver kept his license, according to the police report. No contributing factors were attributed to the victim. The report details the systemic danger faced by pedestrians at intersections, especially when drivers proceed with limited visibility.
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Valdez Condemns Hochuls Misguided Congestion Pricing Pause▸Jun 11 - Queens residents gathered under the 7 train. They blasted Governor Hochul’s sudden halt of congestion pricing. Protesters called it a betrayal of millions who rely on transit. Anger burned over lost upgrades, broken promises, and a system that favors drivers over straphangers.
On June 11, 2024, three dozen Queens residents rallied against Governor Hochul’s last-minute decision to pause congestion pricing. The protest, organized by Laura Shepard of Transportation Alternatives, took place under the 7 train. Jaqi Cohen of Tri-State Transportation Campaign declared, “She can't ignore the needs of New York's eight million transit riders.” Restaurant owner Michael Fuquay said, “You want to know how my employees get to work? They walk, they bike, they take the bus.” State Assembly candidate Claire Valdez called the move “a slap in the face to millions who use public transit.” The MTA’s capital plan, including long-awaited elevator upgrades at 46 St-Bliss St and 33 St-Rawson, now hangs in the balance. Protesters condemned the governor’s action as a blow to vulnerable New Yorkers who depend on safe, reliable transit.
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Queens Residents Rally Against Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Flip Flop,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-11
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Diesel Truck Lane Shift Kills Motorcyclist▸Jun 1 - A diesel truck veered on the Long Island Expressway. A Yamaha slammed its rear. The rider, twenty-six, flew from the bike. His helmet cracked. His body struck pavement. His breath stopped. The truck kept moving. The road claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded on the Long Island Expressway when a diesel tractor truck shifted lanes, according to the police report. The Yamaha motorcycle, traveling straight ahead, struck the truck's right rear bumper. The 26-year-old motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike. The helmet cracked on impact, and the rider suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, pointing to a critical driver error by the truck operator during the lane change. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The violence of the impact and the disregard for traffic control combined to end a young life on a highway built for speed, not safety.
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Chevy Sedan Veers, Slams Parked Honda Head-On▸May 29 - A Chevy sedan veered off course on Forest Avenue, smashing headlong into a parked Honda. Metal twisted. Glass bloodied. The driver, 38, conscious but bleeding, suffered deep wounds. The Honda never moved. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a Chevy sedan traveling southeast on Forest Avenue near Woodbine Street veered from its path and struck a parked Honda sedan head-on. The report describes the incident as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' highlighting a clear driver error. The Honda was stationary and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact left the Chevy's driver, a 38-year-old man, conscious but with severe lacerations to the head and bleeding, as detailed in the report: 'Metal crumpled. Blood on glass.' No contributing factors are attributed to the parked vehicle or any other party. The collision underscores the consequences of improper lane usage and loss of vehicle control, with all harm falling on the driver responsible for the errant maneuver.
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Cyclist Struck Head-On by Distracted Driver in Queens▸May 26 - An 18-year-old cyclist bled from the head after a head-on crash on Honeywell Street. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver failed to see him. The street kept moving. The cyclist stayed conscious, injured and alone.
An 18-year-old cyclist was struck head-on on Honeywell Street near Skillman Avenue in Queens, sustaining a severe head injury and bleeding heavily, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 7:30 a.m. The report states, 'The driver did not see him,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, remained conscious at the scene, but blood pooled on the pavement. The police report does not cite any cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
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Unlicensed Teen Dies in Solo Motorscooter Crash▸Mar 9 - An unlicensed 18-year-old on a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter slammed headfirst, ejected, and died on Laurel Hill Boulevard. The streetlight flickered above his crushed skull. No helmet. No one else involved. The road claimed another young life.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male, operating a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter, crashed near Laurel Hill Boulevard and 49th Street in Queens at 22:37. The report states he was 'unlicensed and bareheaded,' and that he was ejected from the vehicle, suffering fatal head injuries. The narrative describes the victim as slamming 'headfirst' and dying alone on the pavement. Police records indicate the driver had no license and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, consistent with a high-impact collision. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, but the data makes clear the driver was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The crash underscores the lethal risk of unlicensed operation and lack of protective equipment, as documented in the official report.
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Taxi Passenger’s Face Torn in Left-Turn Crash▸Feb 13 - A taxi turned left on Thomson Avenue. An SUV slammed its side. Metal screamed. Blood pooled as a woman in the back seat faded, semiconscious, her face split open, her belt holding her in place. The city’s danger pressed in.
A severe collision unfolded on Thomson Avenue when a taxi making a left turn was struck on its side by an SUV proceeding straight, according to the police report. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Inside the taxi, a 49-year-old woman seated in the right rear position suffered severe facial lacerations and was found semiconscious, her lap belt and harness holding her in place. The narrative states, 'A taxi turned left. An SUV struck its side. Metal shrieked. In the back seat, a woman’s face split open. Blood pooled on the floor. She faded, semiconscious, her belt holding what the crash could not.' The violence of the impact and the cited driver inattention underscore the systemic dangers faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
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Jeep Slams Into Infiniti, Passenger’s Back Broken▸Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Sep 4 - Flatbed truck rolled east. Cyclist crossed north. Metal struck skull. Blood pooled. Truck kept moving. Cyclist lay bleeding. Driver inattention marked the crash.
According to the police report, a flatbed truck traveling east on Queens Boulevard at 35th Street struck a 23-year-old male bicyclist crossing north. The cyclist suffered severe head bleeding and lay conscious but helmetless. The report states the truck 'kept rolling' while 'the bike did not.' Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The cyclist’s lack of helmet is noted in the report, but the primary error identified is the truck driver's inattention. The impact left blood pooling on the asphalt, showing the brutal cost of distraction behind the wheel.
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Tesla Turns Left, Moped Rider Crushed in Queens▸Aug 12 - Steel struck flesh on 43rd Street. A Tesla turned left. A moped kept straight. The rider’s leg shattered under the car’s weight. No helmet. Blood on the pavement. Night air thick with sirens and the cold bite of metal.
A violent collision unfolded at 43rd Street and 50th Avenue in Queens when a Tesla sedan turned left and struck a moped traveling straight, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 8:15 p.m. The report details that the moped rider, a 26-year-old man, suffered severe crush injuries to his leg and was conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The Tesla’s left front bumper collided with the moped’s right front, sending the rider to the pavement. The police report’s language—'Steel struck flesh. A 26-year-old man crumpled to the pavement, leg crushed'—underscores the brutal impact and the dangers faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield or pay attention.
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Sedan Turns Left, Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg▸Aug 12 - A sedan turned left on 68th Avenue, striking a 64-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The driver did not stop. Her leg was crushed. The car showed no damage. The pain lingered at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn at 68th Avenue and Fresh Pond Road struck a 64-year-old woman as she crossed the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the driver failed to yield the right-of-way, a critical error cited as the primary contributing factor. The driver fled the scene without stopping, leaving the woman with severe crush injuries to her leg. The vehicle, a 2021 Hyundai sedan, showed no visible damage. The police report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, emphasizing that driver failure to yield was the decisive factor in the collision. No other contributing behaviors by the victim are listed. The crash underscores the persistent danger posed to pedestrians by drivers who disregard right-of-way at city intersections.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed on Greenpoint Avenue▸Jul 18 - A box truck swung right on Greenpoint Avenue. An e-bike rider, just 28, kept straight. She was thrown, her hip shattered. She died there, helmet on, beneath the Queens sun. Failure to yield and driver distraction ended her ride.
According to the police report, a box truck was making a right turn at Greenpoint Avenue and 43rd Street in Queens when it struck a 28-year-old woman riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. The impact ejected her from the bike, shattering her hip and causing fatal injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the truck driver. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver's errors. The collision occurred at 11:35 a.m., with the truck's right front bumper cited as the point of impact. The woman died at the scene, another life ended by a driver’s failure to yield and lack of attention.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian After Moped-Bike Collision▸Jul 2 - A moped turned right, striking a bicycle from behind on Queens Boulevard. A GMC SUV then hit a 36-year-old pedestrian head-on, crushing his lower body. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing chaos at the intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Queens Boulevard and Jackson Avenue in Queens around 19:43. A moped was making a right turn and struck a bicycle from behind, damaging the moped's left side doors and the bike's center back end. Subsequently, a GMC SUV traveling straight ahead struck a 36-year-old pedestrian head-on, causing contusions and crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both the moped and SUV drivers. Additionally, the pedestrian was noted for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly,' while the bicyclist was cited for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sequence highlights systemic dangers when multiple drivers fail to yield at busy intersections.
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Ford Truck Turns, Crushes Teen Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jun 26 - A Ford carry-all turned left at 47th Avenue and 46th Street. The truck struck a 16-year-old girl in the center of the crosswalk. She suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s view was obstructed. The truck showed no damage. The license remained.
A deadly collision unfolded at the corner of 47th Avenue and 46th Street in Queens when, according to the police report, a Ford carry-all making a left turn struck a 16-year-old pedestrian in the center of the crosswalk. The report states the girl was crushed and suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s actions are underscored by the police report’s citation of 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage, and the driver kept his license, according to the police report. No contributing factors were attributed to the victim. The report details the systemic danger faced by pedestrians at intersections, especially when drivers proceed with limited visibility.
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Valdez Condemns Hochuls Misguided Congestion Pricing Pause▸Jun 11 - Queens residents gathered under the 7 train. They blasted Governor Hochul’s sudden halt of congestion pricing. Protesters called it a betrayal of millions who rely on transit. Anger burned over lost upgrades, broken promises, and a system that favors drivers over straphangers.
On June 11, 2024, three dozen Queens residents rallied against Governor Hochul’s last-minute decision to pause congestion pricing. The protest, organized by Laura Shepard of Transportation Alternatives, took place under the 7 train. Jaqi Cohen of Tri-State Transportation Campaign declared, “She can't ignore the needs of New York's eight million transit riders.” Restaurant owner Michael Fuquay said, “You want to know how my employees get to work? They walk, they bike, they take the bus.” State Assembly candidate Claire Valdez called the move “a slap in the face to millions who use public transit.” The MTA’s capital plan, including long-awaited elevator upgrades at 46 St-Bliss St and 33 St-Rawson, now hangs in the balance. Protesters condemned the governor’s action as a blow to vulnerable New Yorkers who depend on safe, reliable transit.
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Queens Residents Rally Against Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Flip Flop,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-11
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Diesel Truck Lane Shift Kills Motorcyclist▸Jun 1 - A diesel truck veered on the Long Island Expressway. A Yamaha slammed its rear. The rider, twenty-six, flew from the bike. His helmet cracked. His body struck pavement. His breath stopped. The truck kept moving. The road claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded on the Long Island Expressway when a diesel tractor truck shifted lanes, according to the police report. The Yamaha motorcycle, traveling straight ahead, struck the truck's right rear bumper. The 26-year-old motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike. The helmet cracked on impact, and the rider suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, pointing to a critical driver error by the truck operator during the lane change. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The violence of the impact and the disregard for traffic control combined to end a young life on a highway built for speed, not safety.
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Chevy Sedan Veers, Slams Parked Honda Head-On▸May 29 - A Chevy sedan veered off course on Forest Avenue, smashing headlong into a parked Honda. Metal twisted. Glass bloodied. The driver, 38, conscious but bleeding, suffered deep wounds. The Honda never moved. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a Chevy sedan traveling southeast on Forest Avenue near Woodbine Street veered from its path and struck a parked Honda sedan head-on. The report describes the incident as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' highlighting a clear driver error. The Honda was stationary and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact left the Chevy's driver, a 38-year-old man, conscious but with severe lacerations to the head and bleeding, as detailed in the report: 'Metal crumpled. Blood on glass.' No contributing factors are attributed to the parked vehicle or any other party. The collision underscores the consequences of improper lane usage and loss of vehicle control, with all harm falling on the driver responsible for the errant maneuver.
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Cyclist Struck Head-On by Distracted Driver in Queens▸May 26 - An 18-year-old cyclist bled from the head after a head-on crash on Honeywell Street. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver failed to see him. The street kept moving. The cyclist stayed conscious, injured and alone.
An 18-year-old cyclist was struck head-on on Honeywell Street near Skillman Avenue in Queens, sustaining a severe head injury and bleeding heavily, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 7:30 a.m. The report states, 'The driver did not see him,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, remained conscious at the scene, but blood pooled on the pavement. The police report does not cite any cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
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Unlicensed Teen Dies in Solo Motorscooter Crash▸Mar 9 - An unlicensed 18-year-old on a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter slammed headfirst, ejected, and died on Laurel Hill Boulevard. The streetlight flickered above his crushed skull. No helmet. No one else involved. The road claimed another young life.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male, operating a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter, crashed near Laurel Hill Boulevard and 49th Street in Queens at 22:37. The report states he was 'unlicensed and bareheaded,' and that he was ejected from the vehicle, suffering fatal head injuries. The narrative describes the victim as slamming 'headfirst' and dying alone on the pavement. Police records indicate the driver had no license and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, consistent with a high-impact collision. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, but the data makes clear the driver was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The crash underscores the lethal risk of unlicensed operation and lack of protective equipment, as documented in the official report.
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Taxi Passenger’s Face Torn in Left-Turn Crash▸Feb 13 - A taxi turned left on Thomson Avenue. An SUV slammed its side. Metal screamed. Blood pooled as a woman in the back seat faded, semiconscious, her face split open, her belt holding her in place. The city’s danger pressed in.
A severe collision unfolded on Thomson Avenue when a taxi making a left turn was struck on its side by an SUV proceeding straight, according to the police report. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Inside the taxi, a 49-year-old woman seated in the right rear position suffered severe facial lacerations and was found semiconscious, her lap belt and harness holding her in place. The narrative states, 'A taxi turned left. An SUV struck its side. Metal shrieked. In the back seat, a woman’s face split open. Blood pooled on the floor. She faded, semiconscious, her belt holding what the crash could not.' The violence of the impact and the cited driver inattention underscore the systemic dangers faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
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Jeep Slams Into Infiniti, Passenger’s Back Broken▸Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Aug 12 - Steel struck flesh on 43rd Street. A Tesla turned left. A moped kept straight. The rider’s leg shattered under the car’s weight. No helmet. Blood on the pavement. Night air thick with sirens and the cold bite of metal.
A violent collision unfolded at 43rd Street and 50th Avenue in Queens when a Tesla sedan turned left and struck a moped traveling straight, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 8:15 p.m. The report details that the moped rider, a 26-year-old man, suffered severe crush injuries to his leg and was conscious at the scene. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. The Tesla’s left front bumper collided with the moped’s right front, sending the rider to the pavement. The police report’s language—'Steel struck flesh. A 26-year-old man crumpled to the pavement, leg crushed'—underscores the brutal impact and the dangers faced by vulnerable road users when drivers fail to yield or pay attention.
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Sedan Turns Left, Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg▸Aug 12 - A sedan turned left on 68th Avenue, striking a 64-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The driver did not stop. Her leg was crushed. The car showed no damage. The pain lingered at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn at 68th Avenue and Fresh Pond Road struck a 64-year-old woman as she crossed the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the driver failed to yield the right-of-way, a critical error cited as the primary contributing factor. The driver fled the scene without stopping, leaving the woman with severe crush injuries to her leg. The vehicle, a 2021 Hyundai sedan, showed no visible damage. The police report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, emphasizing that driver failure to yield was the decisive factor in the collision. No other contributing behaviors by the victim are listed. The crash underscores the persistent danger posed to pedestrians by drivers who disregard right-of-way at city intersections.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed on Greenpoint Avenue▸Jul 18 - A box truck swung right on Greenpoint Avenue. An e-bike rider, just 28, kept straight. She was thrown, her hip shattered. She died there, helmet on, beneath the Queens sun. Failure to yield and driver distraction ended her ride.
According to the police report, a box truck was making a right turn at Greenpoint Avenue and 43rd Street in Queens when it struck a 28-year-old woman riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. The impact ejected her from the bike, shattering her hip and causing fatal injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the truck driver. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver's errors. The collision occurred at 11:35 a.m., with the truck's right front bumper cited as the point of impact. The woman died at the scene, another life ended by a driver’s failure to yield and lack of attention.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian After Moped-Bike Collision▸Jul 2 - A moped turned right, striking a bicycle from behind on Queens Boulevard. A GMC SUV then hit a 36-year-old pedestrian head-on, crushing his lower body. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing chaos at the intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Queens Boulevard and Jackson Avenue in Queens around 19:43. A moped was making a right turn and struck a bicycle from behind, damaging the moped's left side doors and the bike's center back end. Subsequently, a GMC SUV traveling straight ahead struck a 36-year-old pedestrian head-on, causing contusions and crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both the moped and SUV drivers. Additionally, the pedestrian was noted for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly,' while the bicyclist was cited for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sequence highlights systemic dangers when multiple drivers fail to yield at busy intersections.
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Ford Truck Turns, Crushes Teen Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jun 26 - A Ford carry-all turned left at 47th Avenue and 46th Street. The truck struck a 16-year-old girl in the center of the crosswalk. She suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s view was obstructed. The truck showed no damage. The license remained.
A deadly collision unfolded at the corner of 47th Avenue and 46th Street in Queens when, according to the police report, a Ford carry-all making a left turn struck a 16-year-old pedestrian in the center of the crosswalk. The report states the girl was crushed and suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s actions are underscored by the police report’s citation of 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage, and the driver kept his license, according to the police report. No contributing factors were attributed to the victim. The report details the systemic danger faced by pedestrians at intersections, especially when drivers proceed with limited visibility.
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Valdez Condemns Hochuls Misguided Congestion Pricing Pause▸Jun 11 - Queens residents gathered under the 7 train. They blasted Governor Hochul’s sudden halt of congestion pricing. Protesters called it a betrayal of millions who rely on transit. Anger burned over lost upgrades, broken promises, and a system that favors drivers over straphangers.
On June 11, 2024, three dozen Queens residents rallied against Governor Hochul’s last-minute decision to pause congestion pricing. The protest, organized by Laura Shepard of Transportation Alternatives, took place under the 7 train. Jaqi Cohen of Tri-State Transportation Campaign declared, “She can't ignore the needs of New York's eight million transit riders.” Restaurant owner Michael Fuquay said, “You want to know how my employees get to work? They walk, they bike, they take the bus.” State Assembly candidate Claire Valdez called the move “a slap in the face to millions who use public transit.” The MTA’s capital plan, including long-awaited elevator upgrades at 46 St-Bliss St and 33 St-Rawson, now hangs in the balance. Protesters condemned the governor’s action as a blow to vulnerable New Yorkers who depend on safe, reliable transit.
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Queens Residents Rally Against Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Flip Flop,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-11
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Diesel Truck Lane Shift Kills Motorcyclist▸Jun 1 - A diesel truck veered on the Long Island Expressway. A Yamaha slammed its rear. The rider, twenty-six, flew from the bike. His helmet cracked. His body struck pavement. His breath stopped. The truck kept moving. The road claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded on the Long Island Expressway when a diesel tractor truck shifted lanes, according to the police report. The Yamaha motorcycle, traveling straight ahead, struck the truck's right rear bumper. The 26-year-old motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike. The helmet cracked on impact, and the rider suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, pointing to a critical driver error by the truck operator during the lane change. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The violence of the impact and the disregard for traffic control combined to end a young life on a highway built for speed, not safety.
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Chevy Sedan Veers, Slams Parked Honda Head-On▸May 29 - A Chevy sedan veered off course on Forest Avenue, smashing headlong into a parked Honda. Metal twisted. Glass bloodied. The driver, 38, conscious but bleeding, suffered deep wounds. The Honda never moved. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a Chevy sedan traveling southeast on Forest Avenue near Woodbine Street veered from its path and struck a parked Honda sedan head-on. The report describes the incident as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' highlighting a clear driver error. The Honda was stationary and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact left the Chevy's driver, a 38-year-old man, conscious but with severe lacerations to the head and bleeding, as detailed in the report: 'Metal crumpled. Blood on glass.' No contributing factors are attributed to the parked vehicle or any other party. The collision underscores the consequences of improper lane usage and loss of vehicle control, with all harm falling on the driver responsible for the errant maneuver.
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Cyclist Struck Head-On by Distracted Driver in Queens▸May 26 - An 18-year-old cyclist bled from the head after a head-on crash on Honeywell Street. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver failed to see him. The street kept moving. The cyclist stayed conscious, injured and alone.
An 18-year-old cyclist was struck head-on on Honeywell Street near Skillman Avenue in Queens, sustaining a severe head injury and bleeding heavily, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 7:30 a.m. The report states, 'The driver did not see him,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, remained conscious at the scene, but blood pooled on the pavement. The police report does not cite any cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
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Unlicensed Teen Dies in Solo Motorscooter Crash▸Mar 9 - An unlicensed 18-year-old on a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter slammed headfirst, ejected, and died on Laurel Hill Boulevard. The streetlight flickered above his crushed skull. No helmet. No one else involved. The road claimed another young life.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male, operating a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter, crashed near Laurel Hill Boulevard and 49th Street in Queens at 22:37. The report states he was 'unlicensed and bareheaded,' and that he was ejected from the vehicle, suffering fatal head injuries. The narrative describes the victim as slamming 'headfirst' and dying alone on the pavement. Police records indicate the driver had no license and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, consistent with a high-impact collision. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, but the data makes clear the driver was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The crash underscores the lethal risk of unlicensed operation and lack of protective equipment, as documented in the official report.
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Taxi Passenger’s Face Torn in Left-Turn Crash▸Feb 13 - A taxi turned left on Thomson Avenue. An SUV slammed its side. Metal screamed. Blood pooled as a woman in the back seat faded, semiconscious, her face split open, her belt holding her in place. The city’s danger pressed in.
A severe collision unfolded on Thomson Avenue when a taxi making a left turn was struck on its side by an SUV proceeding straight, according to the police report. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Inside the taxi, a 49-year-old woman seated in the right rear position suffered severe facial lacerations and was found semiconscious, her lap belt and harness holding her in place. The narrative states, 'A taxi turned left. An SUV struck its side. Metal shrieked. In the back seat, a woman’s face split open. Blood pooled on the floor. She faded, semiconscious, her belt holding what the crash could not.' The violence of the impact and the cited driver inattention underscore the systemic dangers faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
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Jeep Slams Into Infiniti, Passenger’s Back Broken▸Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Aug 12 - A sedan turned left on 68th Avenue, striking a 64-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The driver did not stop. Her leg was crushed. The car showed no damage. The pain lingered at the intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn at 68th Avenue and Fresh Pond Road struck a 64-year-old woman as she crossed the intersection with the pedestrian signal. The report states the driver failed to yield the right-of-way, a critical error cited as the primary contributing factor. The driver fled the scene without stopping, leaving the woman with severe crush injuries to her leg. The vehicle, a 2021 Hyundai sedan, showed no visible damage. The police report notes the pedestrian was crossing with the signal, emphasizing that driver failure to yield was the decisive factor in the collision. No other contributing behaviors by the victim are listed. The crash underscores the persistent danger posed to pedestrians by drivers who disregard right-of-way at city intersections.
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Box Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed on Greenpoint Avenue▸Jul 18 - A box truck swung right on Greenpoint Avenue. An e-bike rider, just 28, kept straight. She was thrown, her hip shattered. She died there, helmet on, beneath the Queens sun. Failure to yield and driver distraction ended her ride.
According to the police report, a box truck was making a right turn at Greenpoint Avenue and 43rd Street in Queens when it struck a 28-year-old woman riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. The impact ejected her from the bike, shattering her hip and causing fatal injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the truck driver. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver's errors. The collision occurred at 11:35 a.m., with the truck's right front bumper cited as the point of impact. The woman died at the scene, another life ended by a driver’s failure to yield and lack of attention.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian After Moped-Bike Collision▸Jul 2 - A moped turned right, striking a bicycle from behind on Queens Boulevard. A GMC SUV then hit a 36-year-old pedestrian head-on, crushing his lower body. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing chaos at the intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Queens Boulevard and Jackson Avenue in Queens around 19:43. A moped was making a right turn and struck a bicycle from behind, damaging the moped's left side doors and the bike's center back end. Subsequently, a GMC SUV traveling straight ahead struck a 36-year-old pedestrian head-on, causing contusions and crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both the moped and SUV drivers. Additionally, the pedestrian was noted for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly,' while the bicyclist was cited for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sequence highlights systemic dangers when multiple drivers fail to yield at busy intersections.
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Ford Truck Turns, Crushes Teen Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jun 26 - A Ford carry-all turned left at 47th Avenue and 46th Street. The truck struck a 16-year-old girl in the center of the crosswalk. She suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s view was obstructed. The truck showed no damage. The license remained.
A deadly collision unfolded at the corner of 47th Avenue and 46th Street in Queens when, according to the police report, a Ford carry-all making a left turn struck a 16-year-old pedestrian in the center of the crosswalk. The report states the girl was crushed and suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s actions are underscored by the police report’s citation of 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage, and the driver kept his license, according to the police report. No contributing factors were attributed to the victim. The report details the systemic danger faced by pedestrians at intersections, especially when drivers proceed with limited visibility.
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Valdez Condemns Hochuls Misguided Congestion Pricing Pause▸Jun 11 - Queens residents gathered under the 7 train. They blasted Governor Hochul’s sudden halt of congestion pricing. Protesters called it a betrayal of millions who rely on transit. Anger burned over lost upgrades, broken promises, and a system that favors drivers over straphangers.
On June 11, 2024, three dozen Queens residents rallied against Governor Hochul’s last-minute decision to pause congestion pricing. The protest, organized by Laura Shepard of Transportation Alternatives, took place under the 7 train. Jaqi Cohen of Tri-State Transportation Campaign declared, “She can't ignore the needs of New York's eight million transit riders.” Restaurant owner Michael Fuquay said, “You want to know how my employees get to work? They walk, they bike, they take the bus.” State Assembly candidate Claire Valdez called the move “a slap in the face to millions who use public transit.” The MTA’s capital plan, including long-awaited elevator upgrades at 46 St-Bliss St and 33 St-Rawson, now hangs in the balance. Protesters condemned the governor’s action as a blow to vulnerable New Yorkers who depend on safe, reliable transit.
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Queens Residents Rally Against Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Flip Flop,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-11
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Diesel Truck Lane Shift Kills Motorcyclist▸Jun 1 - A diesel truck veered on the Long Island Expressway. A Yamaha slammed its rear. The rider, twenty-six, flew from the bike. His helmet cracked. His body struck pavement. His breath stopped. The truck kept moving. The road claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded on the Long Island Expressway when a diesel tractor truck shifted lanes, according to the police report. The Yamaha motorcycle, traveling straight ahead, struck the truck's right rear bumper. The 26-year-old motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike. The helmet cracked on impact, and the rider suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, pointing to a critical driver error by the truck operator during the lane change. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The violence of the impact and the disregard for traffic control combined to end a young life on a highway built for speed, not safety.
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Chevy Sedan Veers, Slams Parked Honda Head-On▸May 29 - A Chevy sedan veered off course on Forest Avenue, smashing headlong into a parked Honda. Metal twisted. Glass bloodied. The driver, 38, conscious but bleeding, suffered deep wounds. The Honda never moved. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a Chevy sedan traveling southeast on Forest Avenue near Woodbine Street veered from its path and struck a parked Honda sedan head-on. The report describes the incident as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' highlighting a clear driver error. The Honda was stationary and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact left the Chevy's driver, a 38-year-old man, conscious but with severe lacerations to the head and bleeding, as detailed in the report: 'Metal crumpled. Blood on glass.' No contributing factors are attributed to the parked vehicle or any other party. The collision underscores the consequences of improper lane usage and loss of vehicle control, with all harm falling on the driver responsible for the errant maneuver.
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Cyclist Struck Head-On by Distracted Driver in Queens▸May 26 - An 18-year-old cyclist bled from the head after a head-on crash on Honeywell Street. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver failed to see him. The street kept moving. The cyclist stayed conscious, injured and alone.
An 18-year-old cyclist was struck head-on on Honeywell Street near Skillman Avenue in Queens, sustaining a severe head injury and bleeding heavily, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 7:30 a.m. The report states, 'The driver did not see him,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, remained conscious at the scene, but blood pooled on the pavement. The police report does not cite any cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
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Unlicensed Teen Dies in Solo Motorscooter Crash▸Mar 9 - An unlicensed 18-year-old on a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter slammed headfirst, ejected, and died on Laurel Hill Boulevard. The streetlight flickered above his crushed skull. No helmet. No one else involved. The road claimed another young life.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male, operating a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter, crashed near Laurel Hill Boulevard and 49th Street in Queens at 22:37. The report states he was 'unlicensed and bareheaded,' and that he was ejected from the vehicle, suffering fatal head injuries. The narrative describes the victim as slamming 'headfirst' and dying alone on the pavement. Police records indicate the driver had no license and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, consistent with a high-impact collision. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, but the data makes clear the driver was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The crash underscores the lethal risk of unlicensed operation and lack of protective equipment, as documented in the official report.
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Taxi Passenger’s Face Torn in Left-Turn Crash▸Feb 13 - A taxi turned left on Thomson Avenue. An SUV slammed its side. Metal screamed. Blood pooled as a woman in the back seat faded, semiconscious, her face split open, her belt holding her in place. The city’s danger pressed in.
A severe collision unfolded on Thomson Avenue when a taxi making a left turn was struck on its side by an SUV proceeding straight, according to the police report. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Inside the taxi, a 49-year-old woman seated in the right rear position suffered severe facial lacerations and was found semiconscious, her lap belt and harness holding her in place. The narrative states, 'A taxi turned left. An SUV struck its side. Metal shrieked. In the back seat, a woman’s face split open. Blood pooled on the floor. She faded, semiconscious, her belt holding what the crash could not.' The violence of the impact and the cited driver inattention underscore the systemic dangers faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
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Jeep Slams Into Infiniti, Passenger’s Back Broken▸Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Jul 18 - A box truck swung right on Greenpoint Avenue. An e-bike rider, just 28, kept straight. She was thrown, her hip shattered. She died there, helmet on, beneath the Queens sun. Failure to yield and driver distraction ended her ride.
According to the police report, a box truck was making a right turn at Greenpoint Avenue and 43rd Street in Queens when it struck a 28-year-old woman riding an e-bike straight through the intersection. The impact ejected her from the bike, shattering her hip and causing fatal injuries. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the truck driver. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver's errors. The collision occurred at 11:35 a.m., with the truck's right front bumper cited as the point of impact. The woman died at the scene, another life ended by a driver’s failure to yield and lack of attention.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian After Moped-Bike Collision▸Jul 2 - A moped turned right, striking a bicycle from behind on Queens Boulevard. A GMC SUV then hit a 36-year-old pedestrian head-on, crushing his lower body. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing chaos at the intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Queens Boulevard and Jackson Avenue in Queens around 19:43. A moped was making a right turn and struck a bicycle from behind, damaging the moped's left side doors and the bike's center back end. Subsequently, a GMC SUV traveling straight ahead struck a 36-year-old pedestrian head-on, causing contusions and crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both the moped and SUV drivers. Additionally, the pedestrian was noted for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly,' while the bicyclist was cited for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sequence highlights systemic dangers when multiple drivers fail to yield at busy intersections.
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Ford Truck Turns, Crushes Teen Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jun 26 - A Ford carry-all turned left at 47th Avenue and 46th Street. The truck struck a 16-year-old girl in the center of the crosswalk. She suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s view was obstructed. The truck showed no damage. The license remained.
A deadly collision unfolded at the corner of 47th Avenue and 46th Street in Queens when, according to the police report, a Ford carry-all making a left turn struck a 16-year-old pedestrian in the center of the crosswalk. The report states the girl was crushed and suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s actions are underscored by the police report’s citation of 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage, and the driver kept his license, according to the police report. No contributing factors were attributed to the victim. The report details the systemic danger faced by pedestrians at intersections, especially when drivers proceed with limited visibility.
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Valdez Condemns Hochuls Misguided Congestion Pricing Pause▸Jun 11 - Queens residents gathered under the 7 train. They blasted Governor Hochul’s sudden halt of congestion pricing. Protesters called it a betrayal of millions who rely on transit. Anger burned over lost upgrades, broken promises, and a system that favors drivers over straphangers.
On June 11, 2024, three dozen Queens residents rallied against Governor Hochul’s last-minute decision to pause congestion pricing. The protest, organized by Laura Shepard of Transportation Alternatives, took place under the 7 train. Jaqi Cohen of Tri-State Transportation Campaign declared, “She can't ignore the needs of New York's eight million transit riders.” Restaurant owner Michael Fuquay said, “You want to know how my employees get to work? They walk, they bike, they take the bus.” State Assembly candidate Claire Valdez called the move “a slap in the face to millions who use public transit.” The MTA’s capital plan, including long-awaited elevator upgrades at 46 St-Bliss St and 33 St-Rawson, now hangs in the balance. Protesters condemned the governor’s action as a blow to vulnerable New Yorkers who depend on safe, reliable transit.
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Queens Residents Rally Against Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Flip Flop,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-11
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Diesel Truck Lane Shift Kills Motorcyclist▸Jun 1 - A diesel truck veered on the Long Island Expressway. A Yamaha slammed its rear. The rider, twenty-six, flew from the bike. His helmet cracked. His body struck pavement. His breath stopped. The truck kept moving. The road claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded on the Long Island Expressway when a diesel tractor truck shifted lanes, according to the police report. The Yamaha motorcycle, traveling straight ahead, struck the truck's right rear bumper. The 26-year-old motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike. The helmet cracked on impact, and the rider suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, pointing to a critical driver error by the truck operator during the lane change. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The violence of the impact and the disregard for traffic control combined to end a young life on a highway built for speed, not safety.
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Chevy Sedan Veers, Slams Parked Honda Head-On▸May 29 - A Chevy sedan veered off course on Forest Avenue, smashing headlong into a parked Honda. Metal twisted. Glass bloodied. The driver, 38, conscious but bleeding, suffered deep wounds. The Honda never moved. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a Chevy sedan traveling southeast on Forest Avenue near Woodbine Street veered from its path and struck a parked Honda sedan head-on. The report describes the incident as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' highlighting a clear driver error. The Honda was stationary and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact left the Chevy's driver, a 38-year-old man, conscious but with severe lacerations to the head and bleeding, as detailed in the report: 'Metal crumpled. Blood on glass.' No contributing factors are attributed to the parked vehicle or any other party. The collision underscores the consequences of improper lane usage and loss of vehicle control, with all harm falling on the driver responsible for the errant maneuver.
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Cyclist Struck Head-On by Distracted Driver in Queens▸May 26 - An 18-year-old cyclist bled from the head after a head-on crash on Honeywell Street. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver failed to see him. The street kept moving. The cyclist stayed conscious, injured and alone.
An 18-year-old cyclist was struck head-on on Honeywell Street near Skillman Avenue in Queens, sustaining a severe head injury and bleeding heavily, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 7:30 a.m. The report states, 'The driver did not see him,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, remained conscious at the scene, but blood pooled on the pavement. The police report does not cite any cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
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Unlicensed Teen Dies in Solo Motorscooter Crash▸Mar 9 - An unlicensed 18-year-old on a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter slammed headfirst, ejected, and died on Laurel Hill Boulevard. The streetlight flickered above his crushed skull. No helmet. No one else involved. The road claimed another young life.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male, operating a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter, crashed near Laurel Hill Boulevard and 49th Street in Queens at 22:37. The report states he was 'unlicensed and bareheaded,' and that he was ejected from the vehicle, suffering fatal head injuries. The narrative describes the victim as slamming 'headfirst' and dying alone on the pavement. Police records indicate the driver had no license and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, consistent with a high-impact collision. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, but the data makes clear the driver was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The crash underscores the lethal risk of unlicensed operation and lack of protective equipment, as documented in the official report.
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Taxi Passenger’s Face Torn in Left-Turn Crash▸Feb 13 - A taxi turned left on Thomson Avenue. An SUV slammed its side. Metal screamed. Blood pooled as a woman in the back seat faded, semiconscious, her face split open, her belt holding her in place. The city’s danger pressed in.
A severe collision unfolded on Thomson Avenue when a taxi making a left turn was struck on its side by an SUV proceeding straight, according to the police report. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Inside the taxi, a 49-year-old woman seated in the right rear position suffered severe facial lacerations and was found semiconscious, her lap belt and harness holding her in place. The narrative states, 'A taxi turned left. An SUV struck its side. Metal shrieked. In the back seat, a woman’s face split open. Blood pooled on the floor. She faded, semiconscious, her belt holding what the crash could not.' The violence of the impact and the cited driver inattention underscore the systemic dangers faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
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Jeep Slams Into Infiniti, Passenger’s Back Broken▸Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Jul 2 - A moped turned right, striking a bicycle from behind on Queens Boulevard. A GMC SUV then hit a 36-year-old pedestrian head-on, crushing his lower body. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way, causing chaos at the intersection.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at Queens Boulevard and Jackson Avenue in Queens around 19:43. A moped was making a right turn and struck a bicycle from behind, damaging the moped's left side doors and the bike's center back end. Subsequently, a GMC SUV traveling straight ahead struck a 36-year-old pedestrian head-on, causing contusions and crush injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both the moped and SUV drivers. Additionally, the pedestrian was noted for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly,' while the bicyclist was cited for 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sequence highlights systemic dangers when multiple drivers fail to yield at busy intersections.
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Ford Truck Turns, Crushes Teen Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Jun 26 - A Ford carry-all turned left at 47th Avenue and 46th Street. The truck struck a 16-year-old girl in the center of the crosswalk. She suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s view was obstructed. The truck showed no damage. The license remained.
A deadly collision unfolded at the corner of 47th Avenue and 46th Street in Queens when, according to the police report, a Ford carry-all making a left turn struck a 16-year-old pedestrian in the center of the crosswalk. The report states the girl was crushed and suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s actions are underscored by the police report’s citation of 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage, and the driver kept his license, according to the police report. No contributing factors were attributed to the victim. The report details the systemic danger faced by pedestrians at intersections, especially when drivers proceed with limited visibility.
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Valdez Condemns Hochuls Misguided Congestion Pricing Pause▸Jun 11 - Queens residents gathered under the 7 train. They blasted Governor Hochul’s sudden halt of congestion pricing. Protesters called it a betrayal of millions who rely on transit. Anger burned over lost upgrades, broken promises, and a system that favors drivers over straphangers.
On June 11, 2024, three dozen Queens residents rallied against Governor Hochul’s last-minute decision to pause congestion pricing. The protest, organized by Laura Shepard of Transportation Alternatives, took place under the 7 train. Jaqi Cohen of Tri-State Transportation Campaign declared, “She can't ignore the needs of New York's eight million transit riders.” Restaurant owner Michael Fuquay said, “You want to know how my employees get to work? They walk, they bike, they take the bus.” State Assembly candidate Claire Valdez called the move “a slap in the face to millions who use public transit.” The MTA’s capital plan, including long-awaited elevator upgrades at 46 St-Bliss St and 33 St-Rawson, now hangs in the balance. Protesters condemned the governor’s action as a blow to vulnerable New Yorkers who depend on safe, reliable transit.
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Queens Residents Rally Against Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Flip Flop,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-11
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Diesel Truck Lane Shift Kills Motorcyclist▸Jun 1 - A diesel truck veered on the Long Island Expressway. A Yamaha slammed its rear. The rider, twenty-six, flew from the bike. His helmet cracked. His body struck pavement. His breath stopped. The truck kept moving. The road claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded on the Long Island Expressway when a diesel tractor truck shifted lanes, according to the police report. The Yamaha motorcycle, traveling straight ahead, struck the truck's right rear bumper. The 26-year-old motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike. The helmet cracked on impact, and the rider suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, pointing to a critical driver error by the truck operator during the lane change. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The violence of the impact and the disregard for traffic control combined to end a young life on a highway built for speed, not safety.
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Chevy Sedan Veers, Slams Parked Honda Head-On▸May 29 - A Chevy sedan veered off course on Forest Avenue, smashing headlong into a parked Honda. Metal twisted. Glass bloodied. The driver, 38, conscious but bleeding, suffered deep wounds. The Honda never moved. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a Chevy sedan traveling southeast on Forest Avenue near Woodbine Street veered from its path and struck a parked Honda sedan head-on. The report describes the incident as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' highlighting a clear driver error. The Honda was stationary and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact left the Chevy's driver, a 38-year-old man, conscious but with severe lacerations to the head and bleeding, as detailed in the report: 'Metal crumpled. Blood on glass.' No contributing factors are attributed to the parked vehicle or any other party. The collision underscores the consequences of improper lane usage and loss of vehicle control, with all harm falling on the driver responsible for the errant maneuver.
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Cyclist Struck Head-On by Distracted Driver in Queens▸May 26 - An 18-year-old cyclist bled from the head after a head-on crash on Honeywell Street. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver failed to see him. The street kept moving. The cyclist stayed conscious, injured and alone.
An 18-year-old cyclist was struck head-on on Honeywell Street near Skillman Avenue in Queens, sustaining a severe head injury and bleeding heavily, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 7:30 a.m. The report states, 'The driver did not see him,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, remained conscious at the scene, but blood pooled on the pavement. The police report does not cite any cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
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Unlicensed Teen Dies in Solo Motorscooter Crash▸Mar 9 - An unlicensed 18-year-old on a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter slammed headfirst, ejected, and died on Laurel Hill Boulevard. The streetlight flickered above his crushed skull. No helmet. No one else involved. The road claimed another young life.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male, operating a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter, crashed near Laurel Hill Boulevard and 49th Street in Queens at 22:37. The report states he was 'unlicensed and bareheaded,' and that he was ejected from the vehicle, suffering fatal head injuries. The narrative describes the victim as slamming 'headfirst' and dying alone on the pavement. Police records indicate the driver had no license and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, consistent with a high-impact collision. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, but the data makes clear the driver was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The crash underscores the lethal risk of unlicensed operation and lack of protective equipment, as documented in the official report.
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Taxi Passenger’s Face Torn in Left-Turn Crash▸Feb 13 - A taxi turned left on Thomson Avenue. An SUV slammed its side. Metal screamed. Blood pooled as a woman in the back seat faded, semiconscious, her face split open, her belt holding her in place. The city’s danger pressed in.
A severe collision unfolded on Thomson Avenue when a taxi making a left turn was struck on its side by an SUV proceeding straight, according to the police report. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Inside the taxi, a 49-year-old woman seated in the right rear position suffered severe facial lacerations and was found semiconscious, her lap belt and harness holding her in place. The narrative states, 'A taxi turned left. An SUV struck its side. Metal shrieked. In the back seat, a woman’s face split open. Blood pooled on the floor. She faded, semiconscious, her belt holding what the crash could not.' The violence of the impact and the cited driver inattention underscore the systemic dangers faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
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Jeep Slams Into Infiniti, Passenger’s Back Broken▸Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Jun 26 - A Ford carry-all turned left at 47th Avenue and 46th Street. The truck struck a 16-year-old girl in the center of the crosswalk. She suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s view was obstructed. The truck showed no damage. The license remained.
A deadly collision unfolded at the corner of 47th Avenue and 46th Street in Queens when, according to the police report, a Ford carry-all making a left turn struck a 16-year-old pedestrian in the center of the crosswalk. The report states the girl was crushed and suffered fatal head wounds. The driver’s actions are underscored by the police report’s citation of 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The truck sustained no damage, and the driver kept his license, according to the police report. No contributing factors were attributed to the victim. The report details the systemic danger faced by pedestrians at intersections, especially when drivers proceed with limited visibility.
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Valdez Condemns Hochuls Misguided Congestion Pricing Pause▸Jun 11 - Queens residents gathered under the 7 train. They blasted Governor Hochul’s sudden halt of congestion pricing. Protesters called it a betrayal of millions who rely on transit. Anger burned over lost upgrades, broken promises, and a system that favors drivers over straphangers.
On June 11, 2024, three dozen Queens residents rallied against Governor Hochul’s last-minute decision to pause congestion pricing. The protest, organized by Laura Shepard of Transportation Alternatives, took place under the 7 train. Jaqi Cohen of Tri-State Transportation Campaign declared, “She can't ignore the needs of New York's eight million transit riders.” Restaurant owner Michael Fuquay said, “You want to know how my employees get to work? They walk, they bike, they take the bus.” State Assembly candidate Claire Valdez called the move “a slap in the face to millions who use public transit.” The MTA’s capital plan, including long-awaited elevator upgrades at 46 St-Bliss St and 33 St-Rawson, now hangs in the balance. Protesters condemned the governor’s action as a blow to vulnerable New Yorkers who depend on safe, reliable transit.
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Queens Residents Rally Against Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Flip Flop,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-06-11
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Diesel Truck Lane Shift Kills Motorcyclist▸Jun 1 - A diesel truck veered on the Long Island Expressway. A Yamaha slammed its rear. The rider, twenty-six, flew from the bike. His helmet cracked. His body struck pavement. His breath stopped. The truck kept moving. The road claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded on the Long Island Expressway when a diesel tractor truck shifted lanes, according to the police report. The Yamaha motorcycle, traveling straight ahead, struck the truck's right rear bumper. The 26-year-old motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike. The helmet cracked on impact, and the rider suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, pointing to a critical driver error by the truck operator during the lane change. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The violence of the impact and the disregard for traffic control combined to end a young life on a highway built for speed, not safety.
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Chevy Sedan Veers, Slams Parked Honda Head-On▸May 29 - A Chevy sedan veered off course on Forest Avenue, smashing headlong into a parked Honda. Metal twisted. Glass bloodied. The driver, 38, conscious but bleeding, suffered deep wounds. The Honda never moved. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a Chevy sedan traveling southeast on Forest Avenue near Woodbine Street veered from its path and struck a parked Honda sedan head-on. The report describes the incident as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' highlighting a clear driver error. The Honda was stationary and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact left the Chevy's driver, a 38-year-old man, conscious but with severe lacerations to the head and bleeding, as detailed in the report: 'Metal crumpled. Blood on glass.' No contributing factors are attributed to the parked vehicle or any other party. The collision underscores the consequences of improper lane usage and loss of vehicle control, with all harm falling on the driver responsible for the errant maneuver.
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Cyclist Struck Head-On by Distracted Driver in Queens▸May 26 - An 18-year-old cyclist bled from the head after a head-on crash on Honeywell Street. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver failed to see him. The street kept moving. The cyclist stayed conscious, injured and alone.
An 18-year-old cyclist was struck head-on on Honeywell Street near Skillman Avenue in Queens, sustaining a severe head injury and bleeding heavily, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 7:30 a.m. The report states, 'The driver did not see him,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, remained conscious at the scene, but blood pooled on the pavement. The police report does not cite any cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
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Unlicensed Teen Dies in Solo Motorscooter Crash▸Mar 9 - An unlicensed 18-year-old on a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter slammed headfirst, ejected, and died on Laurel Hill Boulevard. The streetlight flickered above his crushed skull. No helmet. No one else involved. The road claimed another young life.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male, operating a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter, crashed near Laurel Hill Boulevard and 49th Street in Queens at 22:37. The report states he was 'unlicensed and bareheaded,' and that he was ejected from the vehicle, suffering fatal head injuries. The narrative describes the victim as slamming 'headfirst' and dying alone on the pavement. Police records indicate the driver had no license and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, consistent with a high-impact collision. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, but the data makes clear the driver was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The crash underscores the lethal risk of unlicensed operation and lack of protective equipment, as documented in the official report.
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Taxi Passenger’s Face Torn in Left-Turn Crash▸Feb 13 - A taxi turned left on Thomson Avenue. An SUV slammed its side. Metal screamed. Blood pooled as a woman in the back seat faded, semiconscious, her face split open, her belt holding her in place. The city’s danger pressed in.
A severe collision unfolded on Thomson Avenue when a taxi making a left turn was struck on its side by an SUV proceeding straight, according to the police report. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Inside the taxi, a 49-year-old woman seated in the right rear position suffered severe facial lacerations and was found semiconscious, her lap belt and harness holding her in place. The narrative states, 'A taxi turned left. An SUV struck its side. Metal shrieked. In the back seat, a woman’s face split open. Blood pooled on the floor. She faded, semiconscious, her belt holding what the crash could not.' The violence of the impact and the cited driver inattention underscore the systemic dangers faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
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Jeep Slams Into Infiniti, Passenger’s Back Broken▸Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Jun 11 - Queens residents gathered under the 7 train. They blasted Governor Hochul’s sudden halt of congestion pricing. Protesters called it a betrayal of millions who rely on transit. Anger burned over lost upgrades, broken promises, and a system that favors drivers over straphangers.
On June 11, 2024, three dozen Queens residents rallied against Governor Hochul’s last-minute decision to pause congestion pricing. The protest, organized by Laura Shepard of Transportation Alternatives, took place under the 7 train. Jaqi Cohen of Tri-State Transportation Campaign declared, “She can't ignore the needs of New York's eight million transit riders.” Restaurant owner Michael Fuquay said, “You want to know how my employees get to work? They walk, they bike, they take the bus.” State Assembly candidate Claire Valdez called the move “a slap in the face to millions who use public transit.” The MTA’s capital plan, including long-awaited elevator upgrades at 46 St-Bliss St and 33 St-Rawson, now hangs in the balance. Protesters condemned the governor’s action as a blow to vulnerable New Yorkers who depend on safe, reliable transit.
- Queens Residents Rally Against Hochul’s Congestion Pricing Flip Flop, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-06-11
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Diesel Truck Lane Shift Kills Motorcyclist▸Jun 1 - A diesel truck veered on the Long Island Expressway. A Yamaha slammed its rear. The rider, twenty-six, flew from the bike. His helmet cracked. His body struck pavement. His breath stopped. The truck kept moving. The road claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded on the Long Island Expressway when a diesel tractor truck shifted lanes, according to the police report. The Yamaha motorcycle, traveling straight ahead, struck the truck's right rear bumper. The 26-year-old motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike. The helmet cracked on impact, and the rider suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, pointing to a critical driver error by the truck operator during the lane change. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The violence of the impact and the disregard for traffic control combined to end a young life on a highway built for speed, not safety.
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Chevy Sedan Veers, Slams Parked Honda Head-On▸May 29 - A Chevy sedan veered off course on Forest Avenue, smashing headlong into a parked Honda. Metal twisted. Glass bloodied. The driver, 38, conscious but bleeding, suffered deep wounds. The Honda never moved. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a Chevy sedan traveling southeast on Forest Avenue near Woodbine Street veered from its path and struck a parked Honda sedan head-on. The report describes the incident as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' highlighting a clear driver error. The Honda was stationary and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact left the Chevy's driver, a 38-year-old man, conscious but with severe lacerations to the head and bleeding, as detailed in the report: 'Metal crumpled. Blood on glass.' No contributing factors are attributed to the parked vehicle or any other party. The collision underscores the consequences of improper lane usage and loss of vehicle control, with all harm falling on the driver responsible for the errant maneuver.
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Cyclist Struck Head-On by Distracted Driver in Queens▸May 26 - An 18-year-old cyclist bled from the head after a head-on crash on Honeywell Street. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver failed to see him. The street kept moving. The cyclist stayed conscious, injured and alone.
An 18-year-old cyclist was struck head-on on Honeywell Street near Skillman Avenue in Queens, sustaining a severe head injury and bleeding heavily, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 7:30 a.m. The report states, 'The driver did not see him,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, remained conscious at the scene, but blood pooled on the pavement. The police report does not cite any cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
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Unlicensed Teen Dies in Solo Motorscooter Crash▸Mar 9 - An unlicensed 18-year-old on a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter slammed headfirst, ejected, and died on Laurel Hill Boulevard. The streetlight flickered above his crushed skull. No helmet. No one else involved. The road claimed another young life.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male, operating a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter, crashed near Laurel Hill Boulevard and 49th Street in Queens at 22:37. The report states he was 'unlicensed and bareheaded,' and that he was ejected from the vehicle, suffering fatal head injuries. The narrative describes the victim as slamming 'headfirst' and dying alone on the pavement. Police records indicate the driver had no license and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, consistent with a high-impact collision. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, but the data makes clear the driver was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The crash underscores the lethal risk of unlicensed operation and lack of protective equipment, as documented in the official report.
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Taxi Passenger’s Face Torn in Left-Turn Crash▸Feb 13 - A taxi turned left on Thomson Avenue. An SUV slammed its side. Metal screamed. Blood pooled as a woman in the back seat faded, semiconscious, her face split open, her belt holding her in place. The city’s danger pressed in.
A severe collision unfolded on Thomson Avenue when a taxi making a left turn was struck on its side by an SUV proceeding straight, according to the police report. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Inside the taxi, a 49-year-old woman seated in the right rear position suffered severe facial lacerations and was found semiconscious, her lap belt and harness holding her in place. The narrative states, 'A taxi turned left. An SUV struck its side. Metal shrieked. In the back seat, a woman’s face split open. Blood pooled on the floor. She faded, semiconscious, her belt holding what the crash could not.' The violence of the impact and the cited driver inattention underscore the systemic dangers faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
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Jeep Slams Into Infiniti, Passenger’s Back Broken▸Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Jun 1 - A diesel truck veered on the Long Island Expressway. A Yamaha slammed its rear. The rider, twenty-six, flew from the bike. His helmet cracked. His body struck pavement. His breath stopped. The truck kept moving. The road claimed another life.
A deadly crash unfolded on the Long Island Expressway when a diesel tractor truck shifted lanes, according to the police report. The Yamaha motorcycle, traveling straight ahead, struck the truck's right rear bumper. The 26-year-old motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, was ejected from his bike. The helmet cracked on impact, and the rider suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, pointing to a critical driver error by the truck operator during the lane change. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The violence of the impact and the disregard for traffic control combined to end a young life on a highway built for speed, not safety.
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Chevy Sedan Veers, Slams Parked Honda Head-On▸May 29 - A Chevy sedan veered off course on Forest Avenue, smashing headlong into a parked Honda. Metal twisted. Glass bloodied. The driver, 38, conscious but bleeding, suffered deep wounds. The Honda never moved. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a Chevy sedan traveling southeast on Forest Avenue near Woodbine Street veered from its path and struck a parked Honda sedan head-on. The report describes the incident as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' highlighting a clear driver error. The Honda was stationary and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact left the Chevy's driver, a 38-year-old man, conscious but with severe lacerations to the head and bleeding, as detailed in the report: 'Metal crumpled. Blood on glass.' No contributing factors are attributed to the parked vehicle or any other party. The collision underscores the consequences of improper lane usage and loss of vehicle control, with all harm falling on the driver responsible for the errant maneuver.
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Cyclist Struck Head-On by Distracted Driver in Queens▸May 26 - An 18-year-old cyclist bled from the head after a head-on crash on Honeywell Street. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver failed to see him. The street kept moving. The cyclist stayed conscious, injured and alone.
An 18-year-old cyclist was struck head-on on Honeywell Street near Skillman Avenue in Queens, sustaining a severe head injury and bleeding heavily, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 7:30 a.m. The report states, 'The driver did not see him,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, remained conscious at the scene, but blood pooled on the pavement. The police report does not cite any cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
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Unlicensed Teen Dies in Solo Motorscooter Crash▸Mar 9 - An unlicensed 18-year-old on a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter slammed headfirst, ejected, and died on Laurel Hill Boulevard. The streetlight flickered above his crushed skull. No helmet. No one else involved. The road claimed another young life.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male, operating a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter, crashed near Laurel Hill Boulevard and 49th Street in Queens at 22:37. The report states he was 'unlicensed and bareheaded,' and that he was ejected from the vehicle, suffering fatal head injuries. The narrative describes the victim as slamming 'headfirst' and dying alone on the pavement. Police records indicate the driver had no license and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, consistent with a high-impact collision. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, but the data makes clear the driver was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The crash underscores the lethal risk of unlicensed operation and lack of protective equipment, as documented in the official report.
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Taxi Passenger’s Face Torn in Left-Turn Crash▸Feb 13 - A taxi turned left on Thomson Avenue. An SUV slammed its side. Metal screamed. Blood pooled as a woman in the back seat faded, semiconscious, her face split open, her belt holding her in place. The city’s danger pressed in.
A severe collision unfolded on Thomson Avenue when a taxi making a left turn was struck on its side by an SUV proceeding straight, according to the police report. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Inside the taxi, a 49-year-old woman seated in the right rear position suffered severe facial lacerations and was found semiconscious, her lap belt and harness holding her in place. The narrative states, 'A taxi turned left. An SUV struck its side. Metal shrieked. In the back seat, a woman’s face split open. Blood pooled on the floor. She faded, semiconscious, her belt holding what the crash could not.' The violence of the impact and the cited driver inattention underscore the systemic dangers faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
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Jeep Slams Into Infiniti, Passenger’s Back Broken▸Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
May 29 - A Chevy sedan veered off course on Forest Avenue, smashing headlong into a parked Honda. Metal twisted. Glass bloodied. The driver, 38, conscious but bleeding, suffered deep wounds. The Honda never moved. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a Chevy sedan traveling southeast on Forest Avenue near Woodbine Street veered from its path and struck a parked Honda sedan head-on. The report describes the incident as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper,' highlighting a clear driver error. The Honda was stationary and unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact left the Chevy's driver, a 38-year-old man, conscious but with severe lacerations to the head and bleeding, as detailed in the report: 'Metal crumpled. Blood on glass.' No contributing factors are attributed to the parked vehicle or any other party. The collision underscores the consequences of improper lane usage and loss of vehicle control, with all harm falling on the driver responsible for the errant maneuver.
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Cyclist Struck Head-On by Distracted Driver in Queens▸May 26 - An 18-year-old cyclist bled from the head after a head-on crash on Honeywell Street. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver failed to see him. The street kept moving. The cyclist stayed conscious, injured and alone.
An 18-year-old cyclist was struck head-on on Honeywell Street near Skillman Avenue in Queens, sustaining a severe head injury and bleeding heavily, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 7:30 a.m. The report states, 'The driver did not see him,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, remained conscious at the scene, but blood pooled on the pavement. The police report does not cite any cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
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Unlicensed Teen Dies in Solo Motorscooter Crash▸Mar 9 - An unlicensed 18-year-old on a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter slammed headfirst, ejected, and died on Laurel Hill Boulevard. The streetlight flickered above his crushed skull. No helmet. No one else involved. The road claimed another young life.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male, operating a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter, crashed near Laurel Hill Boulevard and 49th Street in Queens at 22:37. The report states he was 'unlicensed and bareheaded,' and that he was ejected from the vehicle, suffering fatal head injuries. The narrative describes the victim as slamming 'headfirst' and dying alone on the pavement. Police records indicate the driver had no license and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, consistent with a high-impact collision. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, but the data makes clear the driver was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The crash underscores the lethal risk of unlicensed operation and lack of protective equipment, as documented in the official report.
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Taxi Passenger’s Face Torn in Left-Turn Crash▸Feb 13 - A taxi turned left on Thomson Avenue. An SUV slammed its side. Metal screamed. Blood pooled as a woman in the back seat faded, semiconscious, her face split open, her belt holding her in place. The city’s danger pressed in.
A severe collision unfolded on Thomson Avenue when a taxi making a left turn was struck on its side by an SUV proceeding straight, according to the police report. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Inside the taxi, a 49-year-old woman seated in the right rear position suffered severe facial lacerations and was found semiconscious, her lap belt and harness holding her in place. The narrative states, 'A taxi turned left. An SUV struck its side. Metal shrieked. In the back seat, a woman’s face split open. Blood pooled on the floor. She faded, semiconscious, her belt holding what the crash could not.' The violence of the impact and the cited driver inattention underscore the systemic dangers faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
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Jeep Slams Into Infiniti, Passenger’s Back Broken▸Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
May 26 - An 18-year-old cyclist bled from the head after a head-on crash on Honeywell Street. Blood pooled on the pavement. The driver failed to see him. The street kept moving. The cyclist stayed conscious, injured and alone.
An 18-year-old cyclist was struck head-on on Honeywell Street near Skillman Avenue in Queens, sustaining a severe head injury and bleeding heavily, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 7:30 a.m. The report states, 'The driver did not see him,' and lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The cyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, remained conscious at the scene, but blood pooled on the pavement. The police report does not cite any cyclist behavior as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed when drivers fail to pay attention, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
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Unlicensed Teen Dies in Solo Motorscooter Crash▸Mar 9 - An unlicensed 18-year-old on a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter slammed headfirst, ejected, and died on Laurel Hill Boulevard. The streetlight flickered above his crushed skull. No helmet. No one else involved. The road claimed another young life.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male, operating a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter, crashed near Laurel Hill Boulevard and 49th Street in Queens at 22:37. The report states he was 'unlicensed and bareheaded,' and that he was ejected from the vehicle, suffering fatal head injuries. The narrative describes the victim as slamming 'headfirst' and dying alone on the pavement. Police records indicate the driver had no license and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, consistent with a high-impact collision. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, but the data makes clear the driver was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The crash underscores the lethal risk of unlicensed operation and lack of protective equipment, as documented in the official report.
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Taxi Passenger’s Face Torn in Left-Turn Crash▸Feb 13 - A taxi turned left on Thomson Avenue. An SUV slammed its side. Metal screamed. Blood pooled as a woman in the back seat faded, semiconscious, her face split open, her belt holding her in place. The city’s danger pressed in.
A severe collision unfolded on Thomson Avenue when a taxi making a left turn was struck on its side by an SUV proceeding straight, according to the police report. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Inside the taxi, a 49-year-old woman seated in the right rear position suffered severe facial lacerations and was found semiconscious, her lap belt and harness holding her in place. The narrative states, 'A taxi turned left. An SUV struck its side. Metal shrieked. In the back seat, a woman’s face split open. Blood pooled on the floor. She faded, semiconscious, her belt holding what the crash could not.' The violence of the impact and the cited driver inattention underscore the systemic dangers faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
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Jeep Slams Into Infiniti, Passenger’s Back Broken▸Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Mar 9 - An unlicensed 18-year-old on a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter slammed headfirst, ejected, and died on Laurel Hill Boulevard. The streetlight flickered above his crushed skull. No helmet. No one else involved. The road claimed another young life.
According to the police report, an 18-year-old male, operating a 2023 ZHEJIANG motorscooter, crashed near Laurel Hill Boulevard and 49th Street in Queens at 22:37. The report states he was 'unlicensed and bareheaded,' and that he was ejected from the vehicle, suffering fatal head injuries. The narrative describes the victim as slamming 'headfirst' and dying alone on the pavement. Police records indicate the driver had no license and wore no safety equipment. The vehicle sustained damage to the center front end, consistent with a high-impact collision. The police report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, but the data makes clear the driver was unlicensed and not wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or persons were involved. The crash underscores the lethal risk of unlicensed operation and lack of protective equipment, as documented in the official report.
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Taxi Passenger’s Face Torn in Left-Turn Crash▸Feb 13 - A taxi turned left on Thomson Avenue. An SUV slammed its side. Metal screamed. Blood pooled as a woman in the back seat faded, semiconscious, her face split open, her belt holding her in place. The city’s danger pressed in.
A severe collision unfolded on Thomson Avenue when a taxi making a left turn was struck on its side by an SUV proceeding straight, according to the police report. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Inside the taxi, a 49-year-old woman seated in the right rear position suffered severe facial lacerations and was found semiconscious, her lap belt and harness holding her in place. The narrative states, 'A taxi turned left. An SUV struck its side. Metal shrieked. In the back seat, a woman’s face split open. Blood pooled on the floor. She faded, semiconscious, her belt holding what the crash could not.' The violence of the impact and the cited driver inattention underscore the systemic dangers faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
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Jeep Slams Into Infiniti, Passenger’s Back Broken▸Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Feb 13 - A taxi turned left on Thomson Avenue. An SUV slammed its side. Metal screamed. Blood pooled as a woman in the back seat faded, semiconscious, her face split open, her belt holding her in place. The city’s danger pressed in.
A severe collision unfolded on Thomson Avenue when a taxi making a left turn was struck on its side by an SUV proceeding straight, according to the police report. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Inside the taxi, a 49-year-old woman seated in the right rear position suffered severe facial lacerations and was found semiconscious, her lap belt and harness holding her in place. The narrative states, 'A taxi turned left. An SUV struck its side. Metal shrieked. In the back seat, a woman’s face split open. Blood pooled on the floor. She faded, semiconscious, her belt holding what the crash could not.' The violence of the impact and the cited driver inattention underscore the systemic dangers faced by passengers in New York City traffic.
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Jeep Slams Into Infiniti, Passenger’s Back Broken▸Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Nov 22 - A Jeep rear-ended an Infiniti on Greenpoint Avenue. Metal folded. A 58-year-old woman in the front seat stayed belted. Her back broke. She was crushed but conscious. The crash left pain and wreckage behind.
A Jeep SUV struck the rear of a westbound Infiniti sedan on Greenpoint Avenue near Review Avenue. According to the police report, 'A Jeep slammed into the back of a westbound Infiniti. In the front seat, a 58-year-old woman stayed belted, conscious, and crushed. Her back broke where the metal folded. She did not fly out.' The front passenger, a 58-year-old woman, suffered a broken back and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The injured woman was wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. No other injuries were specified.
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Alcohol-Fueled Crash Ejects Young Woman▸Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Nov 19 - Metal screamed on the Long Island Expressway. A sedan merged east. A 23-year-old woman flew from the back seat and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in front, survived. Police found alcohol involved. The road was unforgiving. The night ended in blood.
A deadly crash tore through the Long Island Expressway at 4:29 a.m. A sedan merged eastbound. According to the police report, 'A 23-year-old woman, unbelted in the back, flew from the car and died. Her friend, 22, crushed in the front seat, lived. Alcohol was involved.' The crash involved a sedan and two SUVs, all traveling east. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors are specified. The 23-year-old woman was ejected and killed. The 22-year-old front passenger suffered crush injuries but survived. The police report does not list helmet or signal use as factors. The toll: one life lost, another scarred, and a road marked by reckless speed and alcohol.
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E-Scooter Rider Killed on Flushing Avenue▸Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Nov 1 - A man on an e-scooter crashed near 64th Street. He flew from the scooter. His head struck hard. Blood pooled on the pavement. The scooter twisted at the bumper. He died there. The street stayed silent.
A 46-year-old man riding a 5th Wheel e-scooter was killed on Flushing Avenue near 64th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the rider was ejected from his scooter and suffered a fatal head injury. The report states, 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but this is mentioned only after the driver error. The scooter was left crumpled at the scene. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when inexperience meets city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing▸Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Oct 11 - A Dodge pickup turned right on Fresh Pond Road. The truck hit a 75-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood stained the street. She died there, beneath the open sky. The truck’s front end bore the mark.
A 75-year-old woman was killed at Fresh Pond Road and 60th Road when a Dodge pickup truck struck her as she crossed with the signal. According to the police report, the pickup was making a right turn when it hit the pedestrian, causing fatal head injuries and severe bleeding. The report states, “She crossed with the signal. A Dodge pickup turned right. Steel struck her head. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s center front end was damaged in the crash. The woman was following the signal at the intersection. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Honda Sedan Slams Stopped Cars on Borden Avenue▸Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Sep 13 - A Honda sedan plowed into two stopped cars on Borden Avenue. Metal screamed. A 57-year-old man lost part of his arm. His hand crushed where speed met steel. The crash left blood on the morning. The city moved on.
A violent crash unfolded on Borden Avenue near Greenpoint Avenue. According to the police report, a Honda sedan struck two vehicles stopped in traffic. The impact tore through metal. A 57-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered a traumatic arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The data shows no errors by the injured man. The crash involved a BMW SUV and two Honda sedans. The force of the collision crushed the victim’s hand and arm. The morning commute became a scene of pain and loss.
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E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Aug 16 - A 29-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. He wore a helmet. The force threw him from the seat. His body hit the pavement. He died there. Speed ruled the night. The street fell silent.
A 29-year-old man riding an e-bike died after striking a slowing SUV on Fresh Pond Road. According to the police report, 'A 29-year-old man on an e-bike struck a slowing SUV. He flew from the seat, helmet on, body crushed. The street did not move. He died there, on the pavement, where speed met silence.' The crash involved an e-bike, a station wagon/SUV, and a parked sedan. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor. The e-bike rider was ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The data does not indicate any errors by the SUV driver.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes E-Bike Head-On▸Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.
Aug 12 - A sedan slammed into an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden. The rider, 27, went down hard. Blood pooled. Head injury. Sirens broke the silence. Traffic signals meant nothing. Steel met flesh. The street stayed dangerous.
A sedan collided head-on with an eastbound e-bike on Greenpoint Avenue near Borden Avenue. The 27-year-old e-bike rider suffered a severe head injury and was found unconscious, bleeding heavily. According to the police report, 'Traffic signals ignored. Speed unchecked.' The crash report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals. The e-bike rider was not blamed for the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was listed as a contributing factor. This crash highlights the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving vulnerable road users exposed to grave harm.