Crash Count for Queens CB1
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 5,499
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,977
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 658
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 21
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 16
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB1?

Queens Bleeds: Speed Kills, Leaders Stall, Families Pay

Queens Bleeds: Speed Kills, Leaders Stall, Families Pay

Queens CB1: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025

The Toll in Blood and Bone

In Queens CB1, the numbers do not lie. Fourteen dead. Twenty-one left with serious injuries. More than 2,800 hurt. Over 5,200 crashes since 2022. Each number is a body. Each body is a life changed or ended.

A 17-year-old died in the front seat of a sedan on Astoria Boulevard. The crash report lists only two causes: “unsafe speed” and “traffic control disregarded.” The car was being chased by police. The boy never made it home. NYC Open Data

A cyclist, 36, was killed at 37th Street and 34th Avenue. Her bike was demolished. The truck kept going straight. The crash report is silent on her name. It only says “apparent death.”

The Voices in the Aftermath

After the bus jumped the curb in Flushing, Ken Baur said, “I was all the way in the back and all of a sudden the bus hit the curb, I guess, jumped the curb, I went this way and that way and banged into the side of the bus.” Eight people were hurt. The driver had fallen asleep at the wheel. The MTA pulled him from service. The investigation drags on.

On the Belt Parkway, a BMW lost control, hit the median, went airborne, and caught fire. Two died. The NYPD said, “Thompson later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead, police said.” No arrests. No answers.

Leadership: Steps and Stalls

Local leaders have moved, but not fast enough. Senator Kristen Gonzalez voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act, a bill to force repeat dangerous drivers to install speed limiters. Open States But the carnage continues. Council Member Tiffany Cabán and Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani have called for safer streets, but the default speed limit is still too high. Each delay is another risk. Each day without action is another family waiting for a knock at the door.

The Next Step Is Yours

This is not fate. This is policy. Call your council member. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real enforcement against repeat offenders. Join the fight for safe streets. The dead cannot speak. You can.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Queens CB1 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Queens, city council district District 22, assembly district AD 36 and state senate district SD 59.
Which areas are in Queens CB1?
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB1?
Cars and Trucks: 2 deaths, 4 serious injuries, 399 other injuries. Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 1 serious injury, 27 other injuries. Bikes: 0 deaths, 1 serious injury, 14 other injuries. Most deaths and serious injuries come from cars, SUVs, and trucks. NYC Open Data
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. The data shows patterns: speeding, failure to yield, repeat dangerous drivers. These are preventable deaths, not random acts of fate.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can lower speed limits, redesign streets, and pass laws like the Stop Super Speeders Act to keep repeat offenders off the road. They can demand enforcement that targets the real danger—drivers who kill.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

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Other Representatives

Zohran Mamdani
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani
District 36
District Office:
24-08 32nd St. Suite 1002A, Astoria, NY 11102
Legislative Office:
Room 456, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Tiffany Cabán
Council Member Tiffany Cabán
District 22
District Office:
30-83 31st Street, Astoria, NY 11102
718-274-4500
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1778, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6969
Twitter: TiffanyCaban
Kristen Gonzalez
State Senator Kristen Gonzalez
District 59
District Office:
801 2nd Ave. Suite 303, New York, NY 10017
Legislative Office:
Room 817, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Queens CB1 Queens Community Board 1 sits in Queens, Precinct 114, District 22, AD 36, SD 59.

It contains Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway, Old Astoria-Hallets Point, Astoria (Central), Astoria (East)-Woodside (North), Queensbridge-Ravenswood-Dutch Kills, Rikers Island, Sunnyside Yards (North), St. Michael'S Cemetery, Astoria Park.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 1

Sedan Door Strike Injures Cyclist on 36th Avenue

A cyclist slammed into a sedan’s door on 36th Avenue in Queens. The crash left the rider bruised and hurt. Police cited driver distraction. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy. Another wound in the city’s daily toll.

A cyclist was injured after colliding with the left side doors of a parked sedan on 36th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan and a bike, both traveling east. The cyclist suffered a contusion to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The report also noted 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The sedan was parked at the time of the crash, and the point of impact was the left side doors. No other injuries were specified for vehicle occupants. The data does not mention helmet use or signaling as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822069 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Mamdani Supports Safer Streets in Mayoral Candidate Rankings

Streetsblog gathered street-safety leaders. They ranked mayoral candidates by their promises for safer streets. No council action. No new law. Just a sharp look at who stands with people, not cars. The city’s future rides on these choices.

On June 19, 2025, Streetsblog NYC published 'Streetsblog Celebrities Reveal Their Mayoral Rankings!' The article asked, 'Who did the legends of the livable streets movement rank for mayor?' and used a ranked-choice simulator to show results. No council bill, vote, or committee action took place. No council members were involved. Instead, advocates like Zohran Mamdani, Brad Lander, Zellnor Myrie, Adrienne Adams, Michael Blake, and Scott Stringer ranked candidates based on their records and promises for safer streets. Streetsblog made no endorsements. According to safety analysts, this event did not create any policy or legislative change for pedestrian or cyclist safety. It simply revealed which candidates street-safety advocates trust to protect vulnerable road users.


SUV Door Blocks Cyclist on 30th Avenue

SUV door swung open. Cyclist struck. Arm bruised. Police cite failure to keep right and inattention. Bike ride cut short by careless action. Danger lingers on Queens streets.

A 22-year-old cyclist was injured when a Ford SUV's right-side doors blocked her path on 30th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Keep Right' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The cyclist suffered a contusion to her arm. The report lists helmet use for the cyclist, but the primary causes are driver errors. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The incident highlights the risk posed by inattentive drivers and improper vehicle positioning.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822158 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Cabán Supports Secure Jobs Act Against Harmful Deactivations

Grubhub axed over 50 delivery workers in two weeks. Wonder, the new owner, pulled the trigger. Workers lost income. Streets lost eyes. Fewer riders mean more danger. The city’s arteries run thinner. The system failed the people who keep it moving.

On June 18, 2025, more than 50 delivery workers were deactivated from Grubhub after its $650-million acquisition by Wonder. The protest, covered by Streetsblog NYC, centers on mass deactivations and the fight for gig worker protections. Sophia Lebowitz opposes the deactivations and supports worker rights. The article states, 'More than 50 delivery workers have had their accounts deactivated by Grubhub in the past two weeks, and they're blaming the company's new owner, Wonder.' Council Member Tiffany Cabán’s 'Secure Jobs Act' is cited as a possible remedy, requiring companies to give reason for termination, even for gig workers. The safety analyst warns: deactivating accounts pushes workers into riskier, informal jobs, increases unsafe cycling, and erodes safety in numbers for vulnerable road users. The city’s streets grow more dangerous when riders disappear.


Mamdani Supports Safety-Boosting Fare-Free Buses and Bike Lanes

Zohran Mamdani pushed three bills in Albany. None changed the street. No law passed. Buses, bikes, and walkers saw no relief. The system held firm. Vulnerable New Yorkers still face danger. Progress waits. Streets stay the same.

Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani (District 36) sponsored three major bills in the New York State Assembly. As of June 18, 2025, none have become law. The article from City & State NY states: 'Mamdani, a democratic socialist, has championed ambitious reforms, particularly in transportation policy.' He backed fare-free MTA buses, more bike lanes, and greater public input. Mamdani defended his record, saying, 'You have to judge the efficacy, the success, and those are things that I'm proud of having delivered.' Despite his efforts, no specific policy or legislative change affecting pedestrian or cyclist safety has occurred; therefore, there is no measurable impact on vulnerable road users. The bills remain stalled. Streets remain dangerous. The system resists change.


S 8344
Gonzalez-Rojas votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.

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

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


S 8344
Mamdani misses committee vote on school speed zone safety bill.

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

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


Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist in Queens

A sedan turned left and hit a cyclist on 37th Avenue. The cyclist, a 20-year-old woman, was knocked unconscious and hurt her hip. Police cite failure to yield. Streets remain dangerous for riders.

A sedan making a left turn struck a 20-year-old woman riding a bike at 25-05 37th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was knocked unconscious and suffered a hip injury and minor burn. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The sedan's left front bumper hit the bike's center front end. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers fail to yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828528 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Hits Standing Scooter on 36th Avenue

A sedan struck a standing scooter on 36th Avenue. The scooter driver suffered facial injuries. Police cite improper lane use and reaction to another vehicle. Streets remain dangerous for those outside cars.

A sedan collided with a standing scooter at 36th Avenue and 31st Street in Queens. The 32-year-old scooter driver was injured in the face. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The scooter driver was wearing a helmet. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the risks faced by vulnerable road users when drivers make improper maneuvers.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821516 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
S 7678
Gonzalez-Rojas votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.

Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.


S 7785
Gonzalez-Rojas votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.

Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.

Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.


S 7785
Mamdani misses committee vote, absence allows unsafe bus regulation exemption to advance.

Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.

Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.


S 7678
Mamdani misses vote on bill that would improve school zone safety.

White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.

Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.


Mamdani Opposes Reckless Driving by Public Officials

Andrew Cuomo’s car got two more speed-camera tickets. That makes four in three months. Each violation happened near Brooklyn schools. Cuomo’s team paid the fines. Leaders who speed endanger walkers and riders. Streets stay deadly when the powerful ignore the law.

On June 16, 2025, Streetsblog NYC reported that former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s car received two new speed-camera tickets, bringing the total to four in three months. The article states: "The car is driven by multiple people, all of whom have been reminded to obey the speed limit, and there are no outstanding tickets." Cuomo’s spokesperson, Esther Jensen, noted his past support for speed cameras. Mayoral rival Brad Lander and Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani criticized Cuomo’s record, calling his driving 'reckless and unlawful.' Zellnor Myrie’s spokesperson, Julia Rose, said Cuomo acts above the law. The safety analyst notes: this event describes an individual's driving and parking behavior but does not constitute a policy change or legislation affecting population-level safety for pedestrians and cyclists.


Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run

A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.

According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.


Sedan Strikes Motorcycle at 38th Avenue Intersection

A sedan and motorcycle collided at 38th Avenue and 22nd Street. One motorcycle passenger suffered a leg injury. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The crash left bruises and pain. The street saw chaos and harm.

A sedan and a motorcycle crashed at the intersection of 38th Avenue and 22nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved both vehicles going straight ahead. One motorcycle passenger, a 36-year-old woman, was partially ejected and suffered a knee and lower leg injury, described as a contusion. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for both drivers. The report notes helmet use for motorcycle occupants, but only after citing driver errors. No pedestrians were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820413 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens Crosswalk

SUV hit an 86-year-old woman crossing 21 Ave. She suffered hip and leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street turned violent in a flash. Metal met flesh. Pain followed.

An SUV making a left turn on 21 Ave at 27 St struck an 86-year-old woman as she crossed in a marked crosswalk. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered hip and upper leg injuries and complained of pain. The driver and occupants were not seriously hurt. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal but in a marked crosswalk. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield to people on foot.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820303 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Moped Rider Injured in Vernon Boulevard Collision

A moped and sedan collided on Vernon Boulevard in Queens. The moped driver was thrown and injured. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. The crash left the moped’s front end smashed. The sedan showed no damage.

A crash involving a moped and a sedan occurred at 38-09 Vernon Boulevard in Queens. The 23-year-old moped driver was partially ejected and suffered facial abrasions. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The moped was traveling straight when the sedan attempted a U-turn. The sedan sustained no damage, while the moped’s front end was hit. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The police report does not mention helmet use or signals as factors. The crash highlights the risks vulnerable road users face when drivers fail to yield or use lanes properly.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820301 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
S 8344
Gianaris votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.

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

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


S 8344
Gonzalez votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.

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

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