Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB5?
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?
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▸ Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- MTA Bus Slams Curb, Injures Seven, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4705063 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-18
- Bus Jumps Curb, Eight Injured In Flushing, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 7979, Open States, Published 2023-08-18
- Eight Injured As MTA Bus Hits Pole, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- E-Bike Rider Killed In Police Chase, New York Post, Published 2025-07-13
- Chain-Reaction Crash Kills Two On Belt Parkway, amny, Published 2025-07-10
Other Representatives
District 28
70-50 Austin St. Suite 114, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Room 626, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 30
64-69 Dry Harbor Road, Middle Village, NY 11379
718-366-3900
250 Broadway, Suite 1558, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7381
District 12
22-07 45th St. Suite 1008, Astoria, NY 11105
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
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 5
E-Bike Rider Killed in High-Speed Fresh Pond Crash▸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.
Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 66-year-old woman was struck by a box truck turning left on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She was crossing with the signal. The truck driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted dislocation and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Fresh Pond Road in Queens made a left turn and struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Teen Bicyclist Queens▸A 16-year-old boy on a bike was ejected and fractured his arm in Queens. An unlicensed sedan driver struck him head-on while going straight. The bike was demolished. The crash happened near Metropolitan Avenue at night.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected after a collision with a sedan in Queens. The sedan, driven by an unlicensed male driver, was traveling west going straight ahead when it struck the bicyclist, who was merging westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm and hand. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor but highlights the driver’s unlicensed status. The bike was demolished, and the sedan sustained front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
2Queens SUV Collision Injures Two Rear Passengers▸Two women suffered back injuries in a Queens crash. Two SUVs collided head-on on Metropolitan Avenue. Both passengers wore lap belts. The crash caused whiplash and moderate back pain. Police cited failure to yield as a key factor.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The drivers were traveling north and east, respectively, both going straight ahead. The impact occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. Two female rear passengers, aged 27, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were restrained by lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The injuries were classified as moderate. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the passengers.
Bus Turns, E-Scooter Rider Thrown Bleeding▸A bus turned on 74th Street. An e-scooter hit its rear. The rider, a 64-year-old woman, flew off. Her head bled on the pavement. The bus rolled away, untouched. The street held her pain. No helmet. No mercy.
A bus turned near 57th Avenue in Queens. An e-scooter struck the bus’s rear bumper. The rider, a 64-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. According to the police report, 'A bus turned. An e-scooter struck its rear. A 64-year-old woman flew off, no helmet, head bleeding. She lay conscious on the pavement. The bus rolled on. Its bumper bore no mark.' The police listed 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The woman was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary error was the bus’s improper turn. The crash left the rider injured and the bus undamaged.
2Moped Slams Box Truck Undercarriage, Two Hurt▸Moped crashed into a turning box truck on Maurice Avenue. Both riders thrown, both injured in legs and feet. Driver wore helmet. Following too closely and blocked view listed as causes.
According to the police report, a moped struck the undercarriage of a box truck on Maurice Avenue near Borden Avenue in Queens. Both the 22-year-old moped driver and 24-year-old passenger were ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger did not. The box truck was making a right turn when the crash happened. Both injured riders were conscious or in shock after impact. The moped was damaged at the front; the truck had no visible damage.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck a parked sedan from behind on 69 Drive in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver fatigue as the cause.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 69 Drive in Queens collided with a parked sedan. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its center back end, while the moving sedan was damaged at its center front end. No other occupants were involved. The crash highlights driver fatigue as the primary error leading to the collision.
6Six Hurt in Queens Sedan Collision on Cypress▸Two sedans crashed near Cypress Avenue. Six people, drivers and passengers, suffered head wounds. Alcohol and distraction listed as causes. One driver found unconscious. Impact crushed front and rear ends.
According to the police report, two sedans collided near 1018 Cypress Avenue in Queens. Six people were injured, including both drivers and four passengers, ages 15 to 59. All suffered head injuries—bruises, abrasions, and minor bleeding. One driver was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Most occupants wore lap belts, but one driver had no safety equipment. The crash damaged the vehicles' front and rear ends. No other causes or victim actions are specified in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. A male driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Both vehicles traveled north. No ejection. Impact was forceful and sudden.
According to the police report, two SUVs crashed on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The rear SUV struck a stopped SUV, injuring its male driver, who suffered neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling north; the front SUV was stopped in traffic, the rear was slowing or stopping. The injured driver was harnessed and conscious. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the dangers of distraction and unsafe following distance behind the wheel.
Motorcyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV in Queens▸A 19-year-old motorcyclist hit a parked SUV on 64th Street. He flew from his bike and died under a streetlamp. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He wore a helmet. The night was still. No other injuries reported.
A 19-year-old man riding a motorcycle northbound on 64th Street in Queens struck the center back end of a parked Ford SUV at the corner of 58th Road. According to the police report, the impact ejected the rider from his bike. He landed on the street and died from severe head injuries. The report states he was wearing a helmet. No other people were injured. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was unoccupied and parked at the time of the crash. The crash left blood on the asphalt and the street silent.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Unlicensed Pickup Driver Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy pickup struck an 88-year-old man on Dry Harbor Road. The man crossed outside a crosswalk. The truck hit him head-on. He suffered head trauma and broken limbs. He died in the street. The driver had no license.
An 88-year-old man was killed on Dry Harbor Road near 61st Street in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a westbound Chevy pickup truck struck him head-on. The pedestrian suffered head trauma and broken limbs and died at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data.
Unlicensed Scooter Rider Dies in Head-On Crash▸A 24-year-old man on a gas scooter crashed head-on on Menahan Street. He was thrown from the scooter. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. No helmet. No license. Only loss.
A 24-year-old man was killed while riding a gas scooter on Menahan Street. According to the police report, the unlicensed and helmetless rider was ejected in a head-on crash. His head struck the pavement. He was semiconscious, then still. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor. The man was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash left one dead, the street marked by loss.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
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.
Box Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸A 66-year-old woman was struck by a box truck turning left on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She was crossing with the signal. The truck driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted dislocation and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Fresh Pond Road in Queens made a left turn and struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Teen Bicyclist Queens▸A 16-year-old boy on a bike was ejected and fractured his arm in Queens. An unlicensed sedan driver struck him head-on while going straight. The bike was demolished. The crash happened near Metropolitan Avenue at night.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected after a collision with a sedan in Queens. The sedan, driven by an unlicensed male driver, was traveling west going straight ahead when it struck the bicyclist, who was merging westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm and hand. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor but highlights the driver’s unlicensed status. The bike was demolished, and the sedan sustained front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
2Queens SUV Collision Injures Two Rear Passengers▸Two women suffered back injuries in a Queens crash. Two SUVs collided head-on on Metropolitan Avenue. Both passengers wore lap belts. The crash caused whiplash and moderate back pain. Police cited failure to yield as a key factor.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The drivers were traveling north and east, respectively, both going straight ahead. The impact occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. Two female rear passengers, aged 27, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were restrained by lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The injuries were classified as moderate. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the passengers.
Bus Turns, E-Scooter Rider Thrown Bleeding▸A bus turned on 74th Street. An e-scooter hit its rear. The rider, a 64-year-old woman, flew off. Her head bled on the pavement. The bus rolled away, untouched. The street held her pain. No helmet. No mercy.
A bus turned near 57th Avenue in Queens. An e-scooter struck the bus’s rear bumper. The rider, a 64-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. According to the police report, 'A bus turned. An e-scooter struck its rear. A 64-year-old woman flew off, no helmet, head bleeding. She lay conscious on the pavement. The bus rolled on. Its bumper bore no mark.' The police listed 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The woman was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary error was the bus’s improper turn. The crash left the rider injured and the bus undamaged.
2Moped Slams Box Truck Undercarriage, Two Hurt▸Moped crashed into a turning box truck on Maurice Avenue. Both riders thrown, both injured in legs and feet. Driver wore helmet. Following too closely and blocked view listed as causes.
According to the police report, a moped struck the undercarriage of a box truck on Maurice Avenue near Borden Avenue in Queens. Both the 22-year-old moped driver and 24-year-old passenger were ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger did not. The box truck was making a right turn when the crash happened. Both injured riders were conscious or in shock after impact. The moped was damaged at the front; the truck had no visible damage.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck a parked sedan from behind on 69 Drive in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver fatigue as the cause.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 69 Drive in Queens collided with a parked sedan. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its center back end, while the moving sedan was damaged at its center front end. No other occupants were involved. The crash highlights driver fatigue as the primary error leading to the collision.
6Six Hurt in Queens Sedan Collision on Cypress▸Two sedans crashed near Cypress Avenue. Six people, drivers and passengers, suffered head wounds. Alcohol and distraction listed as causes. One driver found unconscious. Impact crushed front and rear ends.
According to the police report, two sedans collided near 1018 Cypress Avenue in Queens. Six people were injured, including both drivers and four passengers, ages 15 to 59. All suffered head injuries—bruises, abrasions, and minor bleeding. One driver was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Most occupants wore lap belts, but one driver had no safety equipment. The crash damaged the vehicles' front and rear ends. No other causes or victim actions are specified in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. A male driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Both vehicles traveled north. No ejection. Impact was forceful and sudden.
According to the police report, two SUVs crashed on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The rear SUV struck a stopped SUV, injuring its male driver, who suffered neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling north; the front SUV was stopped in traffic, the rear was slowing or stopping. The injured driver was harnessed and conscious. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the dangers of distraction and unsafe following distance behind the wheel.
Motorcyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV in Queens▸A 19-year-old motorcyclist hit a parked SUV on 64th Street. He flew from his bike and died under a streetlamp. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He wore a helmet. The night was still. No other injuries reported.
A 19-year-old man riding a motorcycle northbound on 64th Street in Queens struck the center back end of a parked Ford SUV at the corner of 58th Road. According to the police report, the impact ejected the rider from his bike. He landed on the street and died from severe head injuries. The report states he was wearing a helmet. No other people were injured. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was unoccupied and parked at the time of the crash. The crash left blood on the asphalt and the street silent.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Unlicensed Pickup Driver Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy pickup struck an 88-year-old man on Dry Harbor Road. The man crossed outside a crosswalk. The truck hit him head-on. He suffered head trauma and broken limbs. He died in the street. The driver had no license.
An 88-year-old man was killed on Dry Harbor Road near 61st Street in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a westbound Chevy pickup truck struck him head-on. The pedestrian suffered head trauma and broken limbs and died at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data.
Unlicensed Scooter Rider Dies in Head-On Crash▸A 24-year-old man on a gas scooter crashed head-on on Menahan Street. He was thrown from the scooter. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. No helmet. No license. Only loss.
A 24-year-old man was killed while riding a gas scooter on Menahan Street. According to the police report, the unlicensed and helmetless rider was ejected in a head-on crash. His head struck the pavement. He was semiconscious, then still. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor. The man was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash left one dead, the street marked by loss.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
A 66-year-old woman was struck by a box truck turning left on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She was crossing with the signal. The truck driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted dislocation and full-body injuries.
According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on Fresh Pond Road in Queens made a left turn and struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her entire body, including a fracture and dislocation. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Unlicensed Driver Hits Teen Bicyclist Queens▸A 16-year-old boy on a bike was ejected and fractured his arm in Queens. An unlicensed sedan driver struck him head-on while going straight. The bike was demolished. The crash happened near Metropolitan Avenue at night.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected after a collision with a sedan in Queens. The sedan, driven by an unlicensed male driver, was traveling west going straight ahead when it struck the bicyclist, who was merging westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm and hand. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor but highlights the driver’s unlicensed status. The bike was demolished, and the sedan sustained front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
2Queens SUV Collision Injures Two Rear Passengers▸Two women suffered back injuries in a Queens crash. Two SUVs collided head-on on Metropolitan Avenue. Both passengers wore lap belts. The crash caused whiplash and moderate back pain. Police cited failure to yield as a key factor.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The drivers were traveling north and east, respectively, both going straight ahead. The impact occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. Two female rear passengers, aged 27, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were restrained by lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The injuries were classified as moderate. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the passengers.
Bus Turns, E-Scooter Rider Thrown Bleeding▸A bus turned on 74th Street. An e-scooter hit its rear. The rider, a 64-year-old woman, flew off. Her head bled on the pavement. The bus rolled away, untouched. The street held her pain. No helmet. No mercy.
A bus turned near 57th Avenue in Queens. An e-scooter struck the bus’s rear bumper. The rider, a 64-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. According to the police report, 'A bus turned. An e-scooter struck its rear. A 64-year-old woman flew off, no helmet, head bleeding. She lay conscious on the pavement. The bus rolled on. Its bumper bore no mark.' The police listed 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The woman was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary error was the bus’s improper turn. The crash left the rider injured and the bus undamaged.
2Moped Slams Box Truck Undercarriage, Two Hurt▸Moped crashed into a turning box truck on Maurice Avenue. Both riders thrown, both injured in legs and feet. Driver wore helmet. Following too closely and blocked view listed as causes.
According to the police report, a moped struck the undercarriage of a box truck on Maurice Avenue near Borden Avenue in Queens. Both the 22-year-old moped driver and 24-year-old passenger were ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger did not. The box truck was making a right turn when the crash happened. Both injured riders were conscious or in shock after impact. The moped was damaged at the front; the truck had no visible damage.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck a parked sedan from behind on 69 Drive in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver fatigue as the cause.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 69 Drive in Queens collided with a parked sedan. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its center back end, while the moving sedan was damaged at its center front end. No other occupants were involved. The crash highlights driver fatigue as the primary error leading to the collision.
6Six Hurt in Queens Sedan Collision on Cypress▸Two sedans crashed near Cypress Avenue. Six people, drivers and passengers, suffered head wounds. Alcohol and distraction listed as causes. One driver found unconscious. Impact crushed front and rear ends.
According to the police report, two sedans collided near 1018 Cypress Avenue in Queens. Six people were injured, including both drivers and four passengers, ages 15 to 59. All suffered head injuries—bruises, abrasions, and minor bleeding. One driver was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Most occupants wore lap belts, but one driver had no safety equipment. The crash damaged the vehicles' front and rear ends. No other causes or victim actions are specified in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. A male driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Both vehicles traveled north. No ejection. Impact was forceful and sudden.
According to the police report, two SUVs crashed on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The rear SUV struck a stopped SUV, injuring its male driver, who suffered neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling north; the front SUV was stopped in traffic, the rear was slowing or stopping. The injured driver was harnessed and conscious. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the dangers of distraction and unsafe following distance behind the wheel.
Motorcyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV in Queens▸A 19-year-old motorcyclist hit a parked SUV on 64th Street. He flew from his bike and died under a streetlamp. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He wore a helmet. The night was still. No other injuries reported.
A 19-year-old man riding a motorcycle northbound on 64th Street in Queens struck the center back end of a parked Ford SUV at the corner of 58th Road. According to the police report, the impact ejected the rider from his bike. He landed on the street and died from severe head injuries. The report states he was wearing a helmet. No other people were injured. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was unoccupied and parked at the time of the crash. The crash left blood on the asphalt and the street silent.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Unlicensed Pickup Driver Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy pickup struck an 88-year-old man on Dry Harbor Road. The man crossed outside a crosswalk. The truck hit him head-on. He suffered head trauma and broken limbs. He died in the street. The driver had no license.
An 88-year-old man was killed on Dry Harbor Road near 61st Street in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a westbound Chevy pickup truck struck him head-on. The pedestrian suffered head trauma and broken limbs and died at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data.
Unlicensed Scooter Rider Dies in Head-On Crash▸A 24-year-old man on a gas scooter crashed head-on on Menahan Street. He was thrown from the scooter. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. No helmet. No license. Only loss.
A 24-year-old man was killed while riding a gas scooter on Menahan Street. According to the police report, the unlicensed and helmetless rider was ejected in a head-on crash. His head struck the pavement. He was semiconscious, then still. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor. The man was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash left one dead, the street marked by loss.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
A 16-year-old boy on a bike was ejected and fractured his arm in Queens. An unlicensed sedan driver struck him head-on while going straight. The bike was demolished. The crash happened near Metropolitan Avenue at night.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected after a collision with a sedan in Queens. The sedan, driven by an unlicensed male driver, was traveling west going straight ahead when it struck the bicyclist, who was merging westbound. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The bicyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated lower arm and hand. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor but highlights the driver’s unlicensed status. The bike was demolished, and the sedan sustained front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted.
2Queens SUV Collision Injures Two Rear Passengers▸Two women suffered back injuries in a Queens crash. Two SUVs collided head-on on Metropolitan Avenue. Both passengers wore lap belts. The crash caused whiplash and moderate back pain. Police cited failure to yield as a key factor.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The drivers were traveling north and east, respectively, both going straight ahead. The impact occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. Two female rear passengers, aged 27, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were restrained by lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The injuries were classified as moderate. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the passengers.
Bus Turns, E-Scooter Rider Thrown Bleeding▸A bus turned on 74th Street. An e-scooter hit its rear. The rider, a 64-year-old woman, flew off. Her head bled on the pavement. The bus rolled away, untouched. The street held her pain. No helmet. No mercy.
A bus turned near 57th Avenue in Queens. An e-scooter struck the bus’s rear bumper. The rider, a 64-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. According to the police report, 'A bus turned. An e-scooter struck its rear. A 64-year-old woman flew off, no helmet, head bleeding. She lay conscious on the pavement. The bus rolled on. Its bumper bore no mark.' The police listed 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The woman was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary error was the bus’s improper turn. The crash left the rider injured and the bus undamaged.
2Moped Slams Box Truck Undercarriage, Two Hurt▸Moped crashed into a turning box truck on Maurice Avenue. Both riders thrown, both injured in legs and feet. Driver wore helmet. Following too closely and blocked view listed as causes.
According to the police report, a moped struck the undercarriage of a box truck on Maurice Avenue near Borden Avenue in Queens. Both the 22-year-old moped driver and 24-year-old passenger were ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger did not. The box truck was making a right turn when the crash happened. Both injured riders were conscious or in shock after impact. The moped was damaged at the front; the truck had no visible damage.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck a parked sedan from behind on 69 Drive in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver fatigue as the cause.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 69 Drive in Queens collided with a parked sedan. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its center back end, while the moving sedan was damaged at its center front end. No other occupants were involved. The crash highlights driver fatigue as the primary error leading to the collision.
6Six Hurt in Queens Sedan Collision on Cypress▸Two sedans crashed near Cypress Avenue. Six people, drivers and passengers, suffered head wounds. Alcohol and distraction listed as causes. One driver found unconscious. Impact crushed front and rear ends.
According to the police report, two sedans collided near 1018 Cypress Avenue in Queens. Six people were injured, including both drivers and four passengers, ages 15 to 59. All suffered head injuries—bruises, abrasions, and minor bleeding. One driver was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Most occupants wore lap belts, but one driver had no safety equipment. The crash damaged the vehicles' front and rear ends. No other causes or victim actions are specified in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. A male driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Both vehicles traveled north. No ejection. Impact was forceful and sudden.
According to the police report, two SUVs crashed on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The rear SUV struck a stopped SUV, injuring its male driver, who suffered neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling north; the front SUV was stopped in traffic, the rear was slowing or stopping. The injured driver was harnessed and conscious. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the dangers of distraction and unsafe following distance behind the wheel.
Motorcyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV in Queens▸A 19-year-old motorcyclist hit a parked SUV on 64th Street. He flew from his bike and died under a streetlamp. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He wore a helmet. The night was still. No other injuries reported.
A 19-year-old man riding a motorcycle northbound on 64th Street in Queens struck the center back end of a parked Ford SUV at the corner of 58th Road. According to the police report, the impact ejected the rider from his bike. He landed on the street and died from severe head injuries. The report states he was wearing a helmet. No other people were injured. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was unoccupied and parked at the time of the crash. The crash left blood on the asphalt and the street silent.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Unlicensed Pickup Driver Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy pickup struck an 88-year-old man on Dry Harbor Road. The man crossed outside a crosswalk. The truck hit him head-on. He suffered head trauma and broken limbs. He died in the street. The driver had no license.
An 88-year-old man was killed on Dry Harbor Road near 61st Street in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a westbound Chevy pickup truck struck him head-on. The pedestrian suffered head trauma and broken limbs and died at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data.
Unlicensed Scooter Rider Dies in Head-On Crash▸A 24-year-old man on a gas scooter crashed head-on on Menahan Street. He was thrown from the scooter. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. No helmet. No license. Only loss.
A 24-year-old man was killed while riding a gas scooter on Menahan Street. According to the police report, the unlicensed and helmetless rider was ejected in a head-on crash. His head struck the pavement. He was semiconscious, then still. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor. The man was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash left one dead, the street marked by loss.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
Two women suffered back injuries in a Queens crash. Two SUVs collided head-on on Metropolitan Avenue. Both passengers wore lap belts. The crash caused whiplash and moderate back pain. Police cited failure to yield as a key factor.
According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The drivers were traveling north and east, respectively, both going straight ahead. The impact occurred at the center front ends of both vehicles. Two female rear passengers, aged 27, were injured with back pain and whiplash. Both were restrained by lap belts and were not ejected. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The injuries were classified as moderate. The report does not indicate any fault or blame on the passengers.
Bus Turns, E-Scooter Rider Thrown Bleeding▸A bus turned on 74th Street. An e-scooter hit its rear. The rider, a 64-year-old woman, flew off. Her head bled on the pavement. The bus rolled away, untouched. The street held her pain. No helmet. No mercy.
A bus turned near 57th Avenue in Queens. An e-scooter struck the bus’s rear bumper. The rider, a 64-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. According to the police report, 'A bus turned. An e-scooter struck its rear. A 64-year-old woman flew off, no helmet, head bleeding. She lay conscious on the pavement. The bus rolled on. Its bumper bore no mark.' The police listed 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The woman was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary error was the bus’s improper turn. The crash left the rider injured and the bus undamaged.
2Moped Slams Box Truck Undercarriage, Two Hurt▸Moped crashed into a turning box truck on Maurice Avenue. Both riders thrown, both injured in legs and feet. Driver wore helmet. Following too closely and blocked view listed as causes.
According to the police report, a moped struck the undercarriage of a box truck on Maurice Avenue near Borden Avenue in Queens. Both the 22-year-old moped driver and 24-year-old passenger were ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger did not. The box truck was making a right turn when the crash happened. Both injured riders were conscious or in shock after impact. The moped was damaged at the front; the truck had no visible damage.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck a parked sedan from behind on 69 Drive in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver fatigue as the cause.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 69 Drive in Queens collided with a parked sedan. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its center back end, while the moving sedan was damaged at its center front end. No other occupants were involved. The crash highlights driver fatigue as the primary error leading to the collision.
6Six Hurt in Queens Sedan Collision on Cypress▸Two sedans crashed near Cypress Avenue. Six people, drivers and passengers, suffered head wounds. Alcohol and distraction listed as causes. One driver found unconscious. Impact crushed front and rear ends.
According to the police report, two sedans collided near 1018 Cypress Avenue in Queens. Six people were injured, including both drivers and four passengers, ages 15 to 59. All suffered head injuries—bruises, abrasions, and minor bleeding. One driver was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Most occupants wore lap belts, but one driver had no safety equipment. The crash damaged the vehicles' front and rear ends. No other causes or victim actions are specified in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. A male driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Both vehicles traveled north. No ejection. Impact was forceful and sudden.
According to the police report, two SUVs crashed on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The rear SUV struck a stopped SUV, injuring its male driver, who suffered neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling north; the front SUV was stopped in traffic, the rear was slowing or stopping. The injured driver was harnessed and conscious. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the dangers of distraction and unsafe following distance behind the wheel.
Motorcyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV in Queens▸A 19-year-old motorcyclist hit a parked SUV on 64th Street. He flew from his bike and died under a streetlamp. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He wore a helmet. The night was still. No other injuries reported.
A 19-year-old man riding a motorcycle northbound on 64th Street in Queens struck the center back end of a parked Ford SUV at the corner of 58th Road. According to the police report, the impact ejected the rider from his bike. He landed on the street and died from severe head injuries. The report states he was wearing a helmet. No other people were injured. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was unoccupied and parked at the time of the crash. The crash left blood on the asphalt and the street silent.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Unlicensed Pickup Driver Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy pickup struck an 88-year-old man on Dry Harbor Road. The man crossed outside a crosswalk. The truck hit him head-on. He suffered head trauma and broken limbs. He died in the street. The driver had no license.
An 88-year-old man was killed on Dry Harbor Road near 61st Street in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a westbound Chevy pickup truck struck him head-on. The pedestrian suffered head trauma and broken limbs and died at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data.
Unlicensed Scooter Rider Dies in Head-On Crash▸A 24-year-old man on a gas scooter crashed head-on on Menahan Street. He was thrown from the scooter. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. No helmet. No license. Only loss.
A 24-year-old man was killed while riding a gas scooter on Menahan Street. According to the police report, the unlicensed and helmetless rider was ejected in a head-on crash. His head struck the pavement. He was semiconscious, then still. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor. The man was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash left one dead, the street marked by loss.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
A bus turned on 74th Street. An e-scooter hit its rear. The rider, a 64-year-old woman, flew off. Her head bled on the pavement. The bus rolled away, untouched. The street held her pain. No helmet. No mercy.
A bus turned near 57th Avenue in Queens. An e-scooter struck the bus’s rear bumper. The rider, a 64-year-old woman, was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. According to the police report, 'A bus turned. An e-scooter struck its rear. A 64-year-old woman flew off, no helmet, head bleeding. She lay conscious on the pavement. The bus rolled on. Its bumper bore no mark.' The police listed 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The woman was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary error was the bus’s improper turn. The crash left the rider injured and the bus undamaged.
2Moped Slams Box Truck Undercarriage, Two Hurt▸Moped crashed into a turning box truck on Maurice Avenue. Both riders thrown, both injured in legs and feet. Driver wore helmet. Following too closely and blocked view listed as causes.
According to the police report, a moped struck the undercarriage of a box truck on Maurice Avenue near Borden Avenue in Queens. Both the 22-year-old moped driver and 24-year-old passenger were ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger did not. The box truck was making a right turn when the crash happened. Both injured riders were conscious or in shock after impact. The moped was damaged at the front; the truck had no visible damage.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck a parked sedan from behind on 69 Drive in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver fatigue as the cause.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 69 Drive in Queens collided with a parked sedan. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its center back end, while the moving sedan was damaged at its center front end. No other occupants were involved. The crash highlights driver fatigue as the primary error leading to the collision.
6Six Hurt in Queens Sedan Collision on Cypress▸Two sedans crashed near Cypress Avenue. Six people, drivers and passengers, suffered head wounds. Alcohol and distraction listed as causes. One driver found unconscious. Impact crushed front and rear ends.
According to the police report, two sedans collided near 1018 Cypress Avenue in Queens. Six people were injured, including both drivers and four passengers, ages 15 to 59. All suffered head injuries—bruises, abrasions, and minor bleeding. One driver was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Most occupants wore lap belts, but one driver had no safety equipment. The crash damaged the vehicles' front and rear ends. No other causes or victim actions are specified in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. A male driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Both vehicles traveled north. No ejection. Impact was forceful and sudden.
According to the police report, two SUVs crashed on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The rear SUV struck a stopped SUV, injuring its male driver, who suffered neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling north; the front SUV was stopped in traffic, the rear was slowing or stopping. The injured driver was harnessed and conscious. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the dangers of distraction and unsafe following distance behind the wheel.
Motorcyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV in Queens▸A 19-year-old motorcyclist hit a parked SUV on 64th Street. He flew from his bike and died under a streetlamp. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He wore a helmet. The night was still. No other injuries reported.
A 19-year-old man riding a motorcycle northbound on 64th Street in Queens struck the center back end of a parked Ford SUV at the corner of 58th Road. According to the police report, the impact ejected the rider from his bike. He landed on the street and died from severe head injuries. The report states he was wearing a helmet. No other people were injured. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was unoccupied and parked at the time of the crash. The crash left blood on the asphalt and the street silent.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Unlicensed Pickup Driver Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy pickup struck an 88-year-old man on Dry Harbor Road. The man crossed outside a crosswalk. The truck hit him head-on. He suffered head trauma and broken limbs. He died in the street. The driver had no license.
An 88-year-old man was killed on Dry Harbor Road near 61st Street in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a westbound Chevy pickup truck struck him head-on. The pedestrian suffered head trauma and broken limbs and died at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data.
Unlicensed Scooter Rider Dies in Head-On Crash▸A 24-year-old man on a gas scooter crashed head-on on Menahan Street. He was thrown from the scooter. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. No helmet. No license. Only loss.
A 24-year-old man was killed while riding a gas scooter on Menahan Street. According to the police report, the unlicensed and helmetless rider was ejected in a head-on crash. His head struck the pavement. He was semiconscious, then still. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor. The man was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash left one dead, the street marked by loss.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
Moped crashed into a turning box truck on Maurice Avenue. Both riders thrown, both injured in legs and feet. Driver wore helmet. Following too closely and blocked view listed as causes.
According to the police report, a moped struck the undercarriage of a box truck on Maurice Avenue near Borden Avenue in Queens. Both the 22-year-old moped driver and 24-year-old passenger were ejected and suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. The moped driver wore a helmet; the passenger did not. The box truck was making a right turn when the crash happened. Both injured riders were conscious or in shock after impact. The moped was damaged at the front; the truck had no visible damage.
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car in Queens▸A sedan traveling east struck a parked sedan from behind on 69 Drive in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver fatigue as the cause.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 69 Drive in Queens collided with a parked sedan. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its center back end, while the moving sedan was damaged at its center front end. No other occupants were involved. The crash highlights driver fatigue as the primary error leading to the collision.
6Six Hurt in Queens Sedan Collision on Cypress▸Two sedans crashed near Cypress Avenue. Six people, drivers and passengers, suffered head wounds. Alcohol and distraction listed as causes. One driver found unconscious. Impact crushed front and rear ends.
According to the police report, two sedans collided near 1018 Cypress Avenue in Queens. Six people were injured, including both drivers and four passengers, ages 15 to 59. All suffered head injuries—bruises, abrasions, and minor bleeding. One driver was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Most occupants wore lap belts, but one driver had no safety equipment. The crash damaged the vehicles' front and rear ends. No other causes or victim actions are specified in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. A male driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Both vehicles traveled north. No ejection. Impact was forceful and sudden.
According to the police report, two SUVs crashed on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The rear SUV struck a stopped SUV, injuring its male driver, who suffered neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling north; the front SUV was stopped in traffic, the rear was slowing or stopping. The injured driver was harnessed and conscious. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the dangers of distraction and unsafe following distance behind the wheel.
Motorcyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV in Queens▸A 19-year-old motorcyclist hit a parked SUV on 64th Street. He flew from his bike and died under a streetlamp. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He wore a helmet. The night was still. No other injuries reported.
A 19-year-old man riding a motorcycle northbound on 64th Street in Queens struck the center back end of a parked Ford SUV at the corner of 58th Road. According to the police report, the impact ejected the rider from his bike. He landed on the street and died from severe head injuries. The report states he was wearing a helmet. No other people were injured. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was unoccupied and parked at the time of the crash. The crash left blood on the asphalt and the street silent.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Unlicensed Pickup Driver Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy pickup struck an 88-year-old man on Dry Harbor Road. The man crossed outside a crosswalk. The truck hit him head-on. He suffered head trauma and broken limbs. He died in the street. The driver had no license.
An 88-year-old man was killed on Dry Harbor Road near 61st Street in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a westbound Chevy pickup truck struck him head-on. The pedestrian suffered head trauma and broken limbs and died at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data.
Unlicensed Scooter Rider Dies in Head-On Crash▸A 24-year-old man on a gas scooter crashed head-on on Menahan Street. He was thrown from the scooter. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. No helmet. No license. Only loss.
A 24-year-old man was killed while riding a gas scooter on Menahan Street. According to the police report, the unlicensed and helmetless rider was ejected in a head-on crash. His head struck the pavement. He was semiconscious, then still. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor. The man was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash left one dead, the street marked by loss.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
A sedan traveling east struck a parked sedan from behind on 69 Drive in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding. Police cited driver fatigue as the cause.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 69 Drive in Queens collided with a parked sedan. The driver of the moving vehicle, a 50-year-old man, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and minor bleeding. He was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor for the crash. The parked vehicle sustained damage to its center back end, while the moving sedan was damaged at its center front end. No other occupants were involved. The crash highlights driver fatigue as the primary error leading to the collision.
6Six Hurt in Queens Sedan Collision on Cypress▸Two sedans crashed near Cypress Avenue. Six people, drivers and passengers, suffered head wounds. Alcohol and distraction listed as causes. One driver found unconscious. Impact crushed front and rear ends.
According to the police report, two sedans collided near 1018 Cypress Avenue in Queens. Six people were injured, including both drivers and four passengers, ages 15 to 59. All suffered head injuries—bruises, abrasions, and minor bleeding. One driver was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Most occupants wore lap belts, but one driver had no safety equipment. The crash damaged the vehicles' front and rear ends. No other causes or victim actions are specified in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. A male driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Both vehicles traveled north. No ejection. Impact was forceful and sudden.
According to the police report, two SUVs crashed on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The rear SUV struck a stopped SUV, injuring its male driver, who suffered neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling north; the front SUV was stopped in traffic, the rear was slowing or stopping. The injured driver was harnessed and conscious. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the dangers of distraction and unsafe following distance behind the wheel.
Motorcyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV in Queens▸A 19-year-old motorcyclist hit a parked SUV on 64th Street. He flew from his bike and died under a streetlamp. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He wore a helmet. The night was still. No other injuries reported.
A 19-year-old man riding a motorcycle northbound on 64th Street in Queens struck the center back end of a parked Ford SUV at the corner of 58th Road. According to the police report, the impact ejected the rider from his bike. He landed on the street and died from severe head injuries. The report states he was wearing a helmet. No other people were injured. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was unoccupied and parked at the time of the crash. The crash left blood on the asphalt and the street silent.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Unlicensed Pickup Driver Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy pickup struck an 88-year-old man on Dry Harbor Road. The man crossed outside a crosswalk. The truck hit him head-on. He suffered head trauma and broken limbs. He died in the street. The driver had no license.
An 88-year-old man was killed on Dry Harbor Road near 61st Street in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a westbound Chevy pickup truck struck him head-on. The pedestrian suffered head trauma and broken limbs and died at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data.
Unlicensed Scooter Rider Dies in Head-On Crash▸A 24-year-old man on a gas scooter crashed head-on on Menahan Street. He was thrown from the scooter. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. No helmet. No license. Only loss.
A 24-year-old man was killed while riding a gas scooter on Menahan Street. According to the police report, the unlicensed and helmetless rider was ejected in a head-on crash. His head struck the pavement. He was semiconscious, then still. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor. The man was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash left one dead, the street marked by loss.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
Two sedans crashed near Cypress Avenue. Six people, drivers and passengers, suffered head wounds. Alcohol and distraction listed as causes. One driver found unconscious. Impact crushed front and rear ends.
According to the police report, two sedans collided near 1018 Cypress Avenue in Queens. Six people were injured, including both drivers and four passengers, ages 15 to 59. All suffered head injuries—bruises, abrasions, and minor bleeding. One driver was found unconscious at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Most occupants wore lap belts, but one driver had no safety equipment. The crash damaged the vehicles' front and rear ends. No other causes or victim actions are specified in the report.
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Car on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Two SUVs collided on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. A male driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Both vehicles traveled north. No ejection. Impact was forceful and sudden.
According to the police report, two SUVs crashed on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The rear SUV struck a stopped SUV, injuring its male driver, who suffered neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling north; the front SUV was stopped in traffic, the rear was slowing or stopping. The injured driver was harnessed and conscious. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the dangers of distraction and unsafe following distance behind the wheel.
Motorcyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV in Queens▸A 19-year-old motorcyclist hit a parked SUV on 64th Street. He flew from his bike and died under a streetlamp. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He wore a helmet. The night was still. No other injuries reported.
A 19-year-old man riding a motorcycle northbound on 64th Street in Queens struck the center back end of a parked Ford SUV at the corner of 58th Road. According to the police report, the impact ejected the rider from his bike. He landed on the street and died from severe head injuries. The report states he was wearing a helmet. No other people were injured. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was unoccupied and parked at the time of the crash. The crash left blood on the asphalt and the street silent.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Unlicensed Pickup Driver Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy pickup struck an 88-year-old man on Dry Harbor Road. The man crossed outside a crosswalk. The truck hit him head-on. He suffered head trauma and broken limbs. He died in the street. The driver had no license.
An 88-year-old man was killed on Dry Harbor Road near 61st Street in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a westbound Chevy pickup truck struck him head-on. The pedestrian suffered head trauma and broken limbs and died at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data.
Unlicensed Scooter Rider Dies in Head-On Crash▸A 24-year-old man on a gas scooter crashed head-on on Menahan Street. He was thrown from the scooter. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. No helmet. No license. Only loss.
A 24-year-old man was killed while riding a gas scooter on Menahan Street. According to the police report, the unlicensed and helmetless rider was ejected in a head-on crash. His head struck the pavement. He was semiconscious, then still. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor. The man was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash left one dead, the street marked by loss.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
Two SUVs collided on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. A male driver suffered neck injury and whiplash. Police cite distraction and tailgating. Both vehicles traveled north. No ejection. Impact was forceful and sudden.
According to the police report, two SUVs crashed on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The rear SUV struck a stopped SUV, injuring its male driver, who suffered neck pain and whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling north; the front SUV was stopped in traffic, the rear was slowing or stopping. The injured driver was harnessed and conscious. No ejection occurred. The crash underscores the dangers of distraction and unsafe following distance behind the wheel.
Motorcyclist Killed After Striking Parked SUV in Queens▸A 19-year-old motorcyclist hit a parked SUV on 64th Street. He flew from his bike and died under a streetlamp. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He wore a helmet. The night was still. No other injuries reported.
A 19-year-old man riding a motorcycle northbound on 64th Street in Queens struck the center back end of a parked Ford SUV at the corner of 58th Road. According to the police report, the impact ejected the rider from his bike. He landed on the street and died from severe head injuries. The report states he was wearing a helmet. No other people were injured. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was unoccupied and parked at the time of the crash. The crash left blood on the asphalt and the street silent.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Unlicensed Pickup Driver Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy pickup struck an 88-year-old man on Dry Harbor Road. The man crossed outside a crosswalk. The truck hit him head-on. He suffered head trauma and broken limbs. He died in the street. The driver had no license.
An 88-year-old man was killed on Dry Harbor Road near 61st Street in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a westbound Chevy pickup truck struck him head-on. The pedestrian suffered head trauma and broken limbs and died at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data.
Unlicensed Scooter Rider Dies in Head-On Crash▸A 24-year-old man on a gas scooter crashed head-on on Menahan Street. He was thrown from the scooter. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. No helmet. No license. Only loss.
A 24-year-old man was killed while riding a gas scooter on Menahan Street. According to the police report, the unlicensed and helmetless rider was ejected in a head-on crash. His head struck the pavement. He was semiconscious, then still. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor. The man was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash left one dead, the street marked by loss.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
A 19-year-old motorcyclist hit a parked SUV on 64th Street. He flew from his bike and died under a streetlamp. Blood pooled on the asphalt. He wore a helmet. The night was still. No other injuries reported.
A 19-year-old man riding a motorcycle northbound on 64th Street in Queens struck the center back end of a parked Ford SUV at the corner of 58th Road. According to the police report, the impact ejected the rider from his bike. He landed on the street and died from severe head injuries. The report states he was wearing a helmet. No other people were injured. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The SUV was unoccupied and parked at the time of the crash. The crash left blood on the asphalt and the street silent.
S 7621Gianaris co-sponsors bill to boost safety with speed limiters for repeat offenders.▸Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
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File S 7621,
Open States,
Published 2023-08-02
Unlicensed Pickup Driver Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy pickup struck an 88-year-old man on Dry Harbor Road. The man crossed outside a crosswalk. The truck hit him head-on. He suffered head trauma and broken limbs. He died in the street. The driver had no license.
An 88-year-old man was killed on Dry Harbor Road near 61st Street in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a westbound Chevy pickup truck struck him head-on. The pedestrian suffered head trauma and broken limbs and died at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data.
Unlicensed Scooter Rider Dies in Head-On Crash▸A 24-year-old man on a gas scooter crashed head-on on Menahan Street. He was thrown from the scooter. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. No helmet. No license. Only loss.
A 24-year-old man was killed while riding a gas scooter on Menahan Street. According to the police report, the unlicensed and helmetless rider was ejected in a head-on crash. His head struck the pavement. He was semiconscious, then still. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor. The man was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash left one dead, the street marked by loss.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
Senate bill S 7621 targets reckless drivers. Eleven points or six camera tickets trigger mandatory speed control tech. Sponsors push to curb repeat danger. No votes yet. Streets stay tense.
Senate bill S 7621, now in sponsorship, sits with the New York State Senate. Filed August 2, 2023, it 'relates to requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Senator Andrew Gounardes leads, joined by Jeremy Cooney, Michael Gianaris, Kristen Gonzalez, Brad Hoylman-Sigal, Liz Krueger, Monica Martinez, and Luis R. Sepúlveda. The bill forces drivers with eleven points in eighteen months, or six speed/red light camera tickets in a year, to install speed-limiting devices. No safety analyst note yet. The measure aims to cut repeat speeding and protect those outside the car.
- File S 7621, Open States, Published 2023-08-02
Unlicensed Pickup Driver Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Chevy pickup struck an 88-year-old man on Dry Harbor Road. The man crossed outside a crosswalk. The truck hit him head-on. He suffered head trauma and broken limbs. He died in the street. The driver had no license.
An 88-year-old man was killed on Dry Harbor Road near 61st Street in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a westbound Chevy pickup truck struck him head-on. The pedestrian suffered head trauma and broken limbs and died at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data.
Unlicensed Scooter Rider Dies in Head-On Crash▸A 24-year-old man on a gas scooter crashed head-on on Menahan Street. He was thrown from the scooter. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. No helmet. No license. Only loss.
A 24-year-old man was killed while riding a gas scooter on Menahan Street. According to the police report, the unlicensed and helmetless rider was ejected in a head-on crash. His head struck the pavement. He was semiconscious, then still. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor. The man was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash left one dead, the street marked by loss.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
A Chevy pickup struck an 88-year-old man on Dry Harbor Road. The man crossed outside a crosswalk. The truck hit him head-on. He suffered head trauma and broken limbs. He died in the street. The driver had no license.
An 88-year-old man was killed on Dry Harbor Road near 61st Street in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing the street outside a crosswalk when a westbound Chevy pickup truck struck him head-on. The pedestrian suffered head trauma and broken limbs and died at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data.
Unlicensed Scooter Rider Dies in Head-On Crash▸A 24-year-old man on a gas scooter crashed head-on on Menahan Street. He was thrown from the scooter. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. No helmet. No license. Only loss.
A 24-year-old man was killed while riding a gas scooter on Menahan Street. According to the police report, the unlicensed and helmetless rider was ejected in a head-on crash. His head struck the pavement. He was semiconscious, then still. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor. The man was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash left one dead, the street marked by loss.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
A 24-year-old man on a gas scooter crashed head-on on Menahan Street. He was thrown from the scooter. His head struck the pavement. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. No helmet. No license. Only loss.
A 24-year-old man was killed while riding a gas scooter on Menahan Street. According to the police report, the unlicensed and helmetless rider was ejected in a head-on crash. His head struck the pavement. He was semiconscious, then still. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor. The man was not wearing any safety equipment. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash left one dead, the street marked by loss.
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Eastbound Bicyclist▸A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
A sedan turning left on Flushing Avenue hit a 36-year-old male bicyclist traveling east. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. Confusion by the bicyclist contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue made a left turn and collided head-on with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old man, was injured in the knee and lower leg and experienced shock. The report lists "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor, indicating confusion on the bicyclist's part. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle while making a left turn. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was not ejected and complained of pain or nausea after the crash.
14-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured on Fresh Pond Road▸A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
A 14-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a sedan making a left turn on Fresh Pond Road in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The vehicle showed no damage at impact.
According to the police report, a 14-year-old female pedestrian was injured while playing in the roadway at an intersection on Fresh Pond Road near 59 Drive in Queens. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver traveling north, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was reported to be in shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors, only unspecified factors related to the pedestrian. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on Caldwell Avenue▸A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
A sedan hit a parked car on Caldwell Avenue. An 84-year-old woman suffered arm injuries. Police cite passing too closely. Metal crumpled. Airbags burst. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling straight struck a parked sedan on Caldwell Avenue in Queens. The 84-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Both vehicles suffered center front-end damage. The injured driver was conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness, and airbags deployed. No ejections occurred. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.
Sedan Hits Parked Truck in Queens▸A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
A sedan traveling south struck a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver, 43, suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and falling asleep as causes. The driver was restrained and not ejected.
According to the police report, a 43-year-old male driver in a 2014 Ford sedan collided with a parked pick-up truck on 67 Drive in Queens. The driver sustained head injuries and whiplash and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The sedan struck the truck's right rear bumper with its left front bumper. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. No other occupants or pedestrians were involved. The parked truck was unoccupied at the time of the crash.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
A 65-year-old woman was hit by a northbound sedan making a left turn on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged.
According to the police report, a 65-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Flushing Avenue at an intersection with the signal. The driver of a 2021 Kia sedan, traveling north and making a left turn, struck her with the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the driver. The sedan’s left front bumper was damaged in the collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
A sedan made a left turn and struck a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue. The cyclist suffered a shoulder and upper arm injury, bruised but conscious. The driver disregarded traffic control. The bike was damaged on the right side doors.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southeast made a left turn on Myrtle Avenue and collided with a bicyclist moving west. The bicyclist, a 41-year-old man wearing a helmet, was injured with contusions and upper arm shoulder injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The cyclist was slowing or stopping at the time of impact. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike sustained damage to the right side doors. No other contributing factors were noted.
3Unlicensed E-Bike Driver Crashes Into Sedan▸A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.
A 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver collided head-on with a sedan making a left turn on 80 Street in Queens. Three teens on the e-bike were injured, two ejected. Injuries included fractures and contusions. The driver disregarded traffic control.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old unlicensed e-bike driver traveling north on 80 Street collided with a southbound sedan making a left turn. The e-bike carried three occupants: the driver and two passengers, ages 16 and 17. The driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. One passenger was also ejected and sustained abrasions, while the other passenger suffered fractures and dislocations to the knee and lower leg. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the e-bike driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling legally. None of the e-bike occupants wore safety equipment. The crash caused center front-end damage to both vehicles.