Crash Count for Queens CB5
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,878
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,812
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 565
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 39
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 22
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB5?

Blood on Their Hands: Slow Queens Streets or Count More Dead

Blood on Their Hands: Slow Queens Streets or Count More Dead

Queens CB5: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025

The Deaths Keep Coming

Five dead. Twelve left with life-changing wounds. In the last year alone, Queens CB5 has seen 1,267 crashes. Seven hundred forty-four people were hurt. The numbers do not bleed, but the streets do.

Just this spring, a cyclist was killed on Juniper Boulevard North. A box truck turned right. The man on the bike was thrown and crushed. He died there, helmet or not. The truck kept rolling. The street stayed open. Data from NYC Open Data confirms the toll.

A few months before, a 47-year-old cyclist was killed on Maurice Avenue. An SUV and a truck. The man was ejected, died of crush injuries. No one else died. The road was cleared. The city moved on.

The System Fails the Vulnerable

Most of the dead are not behind the wheel. They walk, they ride, they cross. In three years, cars and SUVs caused 334 pedestrian injuries and deaths. Trucks and buses, 27. Motorcycles and mopeds, 12. Bikes, 9. The numbers are cold, but the pain is not.

A bus crash in Flushing left eight hurt. The driver, just 25, told investigators he “misjudged the curb.” Video showed he had fallen asleep. The MTA pulled him from service. “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,” said a passenger.

Leadership: Progress and Delay

Local leaders have taken steps, but the pace is slow. Senator Gianaris and Assembly Member Hevesi both voted to extend school speed zones and co-sponsored bills to force repeat speeders to slow down. But the default speed limit remains above 20 mph. The most dangerous drivers still roam free. Each delay is a risk paid in blood.

What Comes Next

This is not fate. This is policy. Every crash is a choice made by those in power. Call your council member. Demand a 20 mph default. Demand action on repeat speeders. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.

Act now. The next victim is only a day away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Queens CB5 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Queens, city council district District 30, assembly district AD 28 and state senate district SD 12.
Which areas are in Queens CB5?
It includes the Maspeth, Ridgewood, Glendale, Middle Village, Mount Olivet & All Faiths Cemeteries, Middle Village Cemetery, St. John Cemetery, and Highland Park-Cypress Hills Cemeteries (North) neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 30, District 32, and District 34, Assembly Districts AD 28, AD 30, AD 37, AD 38, and AD 39, and State Senate Districts SD 12, SD 15, and SD 18.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB5?
In the last three years, cars and SUVs caused 334 pedestrian injuries and deaths, trucks and buses caused 27, motorcycles and mopeds caused 12, and bikes caused 9. The toll falls hardest on those outside the car, according to NYC Open Data.
Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
These are not random acts. Every crash is shaped by street design, speed limits, and enforcement. Policies can prevent deaths. Delay costs lives.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can lower speed limits, redesign dangerous streets, and pass laws to stop repeat speeders. They can act now or answer for the next death.
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.
How many people were killed or seriously injured in Queens CB5 in the last year?
In the last 12 months, 5 people were killed and 12 suffered serious injuries in traffic crashes in Queens CB5. Hundreds more were hurt, according to NYC Open Data.

Citations

Citations

Other Representatives

Andrew Hevesi
Assembly Member Andrew Hevesi
District 28
District Office:
70-50 Austin St. Suite 114, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Legislative Office:
Room 626, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Robert F. Holden
Council Member Robert F. Holden
District 30
District Office:
64-69 Dry Harbor Road, Middle Village, NY 11379
718-366-3900
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1558, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7381
Twitter: BobHoldenNYC
Michael Gianaris
State Senator Michael Gianaris
District 12
District Office:
22-07 45th St. Suite 1008, Astoria, NY 11105
Legislative Office:
Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Queens CB5 Queens Community Board 5 sits in Queens, Precinct 104, District 30, AD 28, SD 12.

It contains Maspeth, Ridgewood, Glendale, Middle Village, Mount Olivet & All Faiths Cemeteries, Middle Village Cemetery, St. John Cemetery, Highland Park-Cypress Hills Cemeteries (North).

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 5

Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute

A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man in Ozone Park. The driver fled, then turned himself in. Police say the crash followed a heated confrontation. The victim died at Jamaica Hospital.

ABC7 reported on August 1, 2025, that a 23-year-old man died after being hit by a car at 101st Avenue and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. Police said the incident followed a domestic dispute. The driver, who was the woman's current boyfriend, told police the victim approached his car "while flashing what appeared to be a gun" and was struck as the driver tried to leave. The driver later went to the police. No charges had been filed as of publication, with the district attorney still reviewing the case. The crash highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used during conflicts.


Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway

Water rose fast. Cars stranded. People climbed roofs to escape. Rescue teams pulled them out. Rain hammered Queens. The road drowned, then cleared. Danger came quick. Relief came late.

ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that flash flooding trapped drivers on the Clearview Expressway in Queens. Video showed people perched atop cars, waiting for rescue. A witness described, "10 feet deep, people sitting on top of cars, 6 or 7." Mayor Eric Adams declared a localized State of Emergency. The flooding left vehicles stranded and forced emergency response. The article highlights the risk of sudden, severe weather overwhelming city infrastructure, stranding vulnerable road users in harm’s way.


Cyclist Injured in Cooper Avenue Left-Turn Crash

A 23-year-old cyclist struck at Cooper and Metropolitan. Left-turn driver failed to yield. Cyclist suffered arm abrasions. Helmet worn. No vehicle damage. Night fell hard in Queens.

A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured at the intersection of Cooper Avenue and Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning vehicle that failed to yield the right-of-way. The cyclist, who was riding straight, suffered abrasions to his arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No vehicle damage was reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830990 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Drivers Collide on Jackie Robinson Parkway

Three vehicles crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One woman suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Metal twisted. Pain followed.

Three vehicles crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan, a pickup truck, and an SUV were all traveling west when they collided. A 27-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered neck injuries and reported pain and shock. Two male drivers, ages 59 and 37, were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The crash left metal bent and a driver hurt. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830819 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Rear-Ended on Jackie Robinson Parkway

SUV struck from behind on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One driver injured, chest trauma. Police cite following too closely. Impact hits center back end. System failed to protect all inside.

A crash on Jackie Robinson Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling east. One driver suffered chest injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV was hit in the center back end, while the sedan sustained front-end damage. Multiple occupants were involved, including a child. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a chain of errors, leaving one driver hurt and others at risk.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830105 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Two Crossing With Signal

A sedan turning left hit a 12-year-old boy and a 45-year-old woman as they crossed 69 Street with the signal. Both suffered leg injuries. The crash left pain, blood, and questions in Queens.

A sedan making a left turn on 69 Street at the Long Island Expressway struck two people—a 12-year-old boy and a 45-year-old woman—who were crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both victims were injured: the boy suffered hip and upper leg pain, while the woman sustained abrasions to her lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, offering no clear cause. No driver errors are detailed in the data. Both victims were conscious after the crash. The impact highlights the danger faced by those crossing even with the right of way.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830101 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Moped Driver Injured in Queens Collision

A moped and sedan collided on Rene Ct near Metropolitan Ave. The moped driver suffered crush injuries. Both vehicles showed front-end damage. Streets in Queens again prove unforgiving.

A moped and a sedan crashed on Rene Ct off Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the moped was traveling east and the sedan was making a left turn westbound. The 25-year-old moped driver was partially ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. He was wearing a helmet. The sedan driver, age 85, was not ejected and reported no injuries. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829720 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Slams Stopped Car on 73rd Place

A speeding SUV struck a stopped car in Queens. One driver suffered whiplash. The crash left metal twisted and bodies shaken. Unsafe speed fueled the impact. Streets stayed silent after the blow.

Two SUVs collided at 78-53 73rd Place in Queens. According to the police report, one SUV was stopped in traffic when another, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. A 46-year-old woman driving the stopped vehicle suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured and others shaken, with damage to both vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828598 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Driver Distracted, Child Injured on Myrtle Ave

A distracted SUV driver struck a child on Myrtle Ave in Queens. The child suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.

A station wagon/SUV traveling east on Myrtle Ave in Queens struck a child who was walking or riding along the highway with traffic. The child, a male infant, sustained injuries to his arm, including a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor. The driver, a 71-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. No other vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any errors by the child. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830775 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Left Turn Strikes Cyclist on Myrtle Ave

SUV turned left into cyclist on Myrtle Ave. Rider thrown, bruised, hurt in the back. Police cite failure to yield. The street stays dangerous for those on two wheels.

A 23-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV making a left turn struck him on Myrtle Ave at 65 Pl in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV failed to yield right-of-way. The cyclist, traveling straight, was partially ejected and suffered a back contusion. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the driver’s contributing factor. No helmet use or cyclist error is cited. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore basic traffic rules.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828590 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Turns, Strikes Cyclist on 64th Road

SUV turned right on Woodhaven. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite driver inattention. Another crash in Queens. Streets stay dangerous for those on bikes.

A station wagon SUV struck a 31-year-old male bicyclist on 64th Road near Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The SUV was making a right turn when it hit the cyclist, who was traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829047 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pickup Truck Fails to Yield, Cyclist Injured on Maspeth Ave

Pickup struck cyclist on Maspeth Ave. Cyclist suffered leg crush injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal met flesh. System failed the vulnerable.

A pickup truck and a cyclist collided on Maspeth Ave in Queens. The 33-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. According to the police report, both the driver and cyclist were involved in a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist was partially ejected. The pickup truck showed no damage. No helmet use was reported for the cyclist, but the police report lists only failure to yield as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828915 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bus Slams SUV on Woodhaven Boulevard

A bus struck an SUV turning right on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered back injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.

A bus and an SUV collided at Woodhaven Boulevard and 82 Avenue in Queens. One man, age 37, driving the SUV, suffered back injuries and shock. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The SUV was making a right turn when the bus, traveling straight, struck its right side. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal bent and a driver hurt, underscoring the risk when focus slips behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827805 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Convertible Hits Cyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard

Convertible struck cyclist at Woodhaven and Penelope. Cyclist suffered head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.

A convertible traveling east on Woodhaven Boulevard collided with a northbound cyclist at Penelope Avenue. The 27-year-old cyclist suffered a head injury and reported pain and nausea. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this was noted only after the driver’s error. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827802 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers

Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.

amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.


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Dump Truck Slams Sedan on Expressway Lane Change

Dump truck and sedan collided on Long Island Expressway. Three people hurt. Unsafe lane change and bad turn led to crush and concussion injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.

A dump truck and a sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. Three people were injured, including a driver with crush injuries and two passengers with concussions. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was slowing or stopping when the dump truck struck it from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827231 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Truck Slams Sedan on Expressway, Three Hurt

Truck hit sedan at speed on Long Island Expressway. Three people crushed, backs broken. Police cite unsafe speed and passing too closely. Metal twisted. Pain followed.

A truck and a sedan collided on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. Three occupants in the sedan suffered back injuries and crush trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when the truck struck the sedan’s right rear bumper. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The truck’s front end and the sedan’s rear were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. All injured were inside the vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827229 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Metropolitan Avenue

SUV hit cyclist from behind on Metropolitan Ave. Cyclist ejected, suffered neck injury. Police cite following too closely. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.

A station wagon SUV struck a cyclist on Metropolitan Avenue at Woodward Avenue in Queens. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering a neck contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains following too closely. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The impact highlights the ongoing risks faced by cyclists on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828579 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Improper Turn by Truck Injures Motorcyclist

A pick-up truck turned wrong on Metropolitan Ave. It struck a motorcycle. The rider suffered crush injuries and shock. The truck’s move broke the flow. Steel met flesh. The street stayed hard.

A pick-up truck and a motorcycle collided on Metropolitan Ave at 69 St in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 61-year-old man, was injured with crush injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The truck was making a right turn while the motorcycle went straight. The report lists no errors for the motorcyclist. The injured rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data. No pedestrians were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826881 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Box Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway

A box truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the Long Island Expressway. One passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction and tailgating. Metal, pain, and shock in Queens morning traffic.

A box truck struck the back of a sedan on the Long Island Expressway at Maurice Avenue in Queens. One 22-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered a shoulder injury and shock. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight when the crash happened. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The impact left the sedan damaged at the rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus and follow too close.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826354 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04