Crash Count for Queens CB5
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,912
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,842
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 577
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 40
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 22
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 2, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB5?

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

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

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

The Deaths Keep Coming

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

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

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

The System Fails the Vulnerable

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

A bus crash in Flushing left eight hurt. The driver, just 25, told investigators he “misjudged the curb.” Video showed he had fallen asleep. The MTA pulled him from service. “I was all the way in the back and all of a sudden the bus hit the curb, I guess, jumped the curb, I went this way and that way and banged into the side of the bus,” said a passenger.

Leadership: Progress and Delay

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

What Comes Next

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Citations

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Other Representatives

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

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

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

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 5

A 8936
RAJKUMAR co-sponsors bill boosting street safety with complete street requirements.

Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.


A 8936
Rajkumar votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.

Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.


A 8936
Rajkumar votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.

Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.


S 1078
Rajkumar votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.

Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.

Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.


Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Flushing Avenue

A sedan hit a 26-year-old cyclist on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The crash left the cyclist bruised but conscious. Police cited confusion as a factor. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue in Queens struck a 26-year-old male cyclist. The cyclist suffered contusions to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were cited in the data. The sedan's center front end hit the bike. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. This crash underscores the risks faced by cyclists on city streets when confusion leads to violent contact with motor vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4532490 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Metropolitan Avenue

Two sedans collided on Metropolitan Avenue. The second driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited following too closely and unsafe speed as causes. Both vehicles traveled north. Impact was at the rear and front bumpers.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Metropolitan Avenue collided. The second vehicle struck the first from behind. The 53-year-old female driver of the rear sedan was injured, sustaining knee and lower leg trauma. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The first vehicle, a 2008 Honda, was impacted on its right front bumper. The second vehicle, a 2004 Ford, sustained damage to its left rear bumper. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4528669 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
S 1078
Addabbo votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.

Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.

Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.


S 5130
Addabbo votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.

Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.


S 1078
Gianaris votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.

Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.

Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.


S 5130
Gianaris votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.

Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.


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Distracted Drivers Collide on Maurice Avenue

Two cars crashed on Maurice Avenue. Both drivers were distracted. Three people hurt. Injuries struck knees, back, head. Metal twisted. All stayed conscious. Lap belts held. Night split by impact.

According to the police report, a sedan heading north and an SUV heading west collided on Maurice Avenue near Borden Avenue. Three people were injured: both drivers and a front passenger. Injuries included knee and leg contusions, back whiplash, and head whiplash. All occupants were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor for both drivers. The sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel; the SUV on the left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4527652 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
SUV and Sedan Collide on 75 Avenue

Two vehicles crashed at night on 75 Avenue in Queens. A 67-year-old front-seat passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited failure to yield and disregarded traffic control. Airbags deployed; the passenger was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a 2019 SUV traveling north and a 2015 sedan traveling east collided on 75 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger, a 67-year-old woman, was injured with abrasions and trauma to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver errors including failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control. The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed. The collision impacted the center front end of the sedan and the left front quarter panel of the SUV. The injured occupant was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4527896 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Unlicensed Driver Rear-Ends Sedan On Expressway

Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. The unlicensed driver struck the rear of the lead vehicle. The lead driver, a 34-year-old man, suffered back injuries and bruises. Both vehicles traveled eastbound at impact.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided when the trailing vehicle struck the center back end of the lead vehicle. The lead driver, a 34-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and bruises but was not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor and notes the trailing driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. The lead driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the lead sedan and the center front end of the trailing sedan.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4527890 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Sedan Hits Parked SUV in Queens

A sedan struck a parked SUV on Cypress Avenue in Queens. The sedan’s driver, a 56-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved driver inattention and improper lane usage. No one was ejected. Damage focused on the right bumpers.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Cypress Avenue collided with a parked SUV. The sedan’s driver, a 56-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and improper passing or lane usage as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the sedan and the right rear bumper of the SUV. Both vehicles sustained damage at these points. The sedan driver was not using any safety equipment. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4525296 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
SUV and Sedan Collide on Myrtle Avenue

Two vehicles collided on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A child passenger suffered head injuries and abrasions. Both drivers failed to yield right-of-way. The child was restrained but injured in the middle rear seat. Impact damaged front and rear panels.

According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn and an SUV making a left turn collided on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The crash injured a child passenger seated in the middle rear seat of the SUV. The child sustained head injuries and abrasions but was not ejected and was restrained by a child restraint. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s front left bumper and the SUV’s right rear quarter panel were damaged. The drivers were licensed men from New York. The child’s injury severity was moderate, and the child remained conscious after the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4525492 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
SUV Rear-Ends Bicyclist on 80 Street

A 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured when a 2009 Toyota SUV struck him from behind on 80 Street. The cyclist suffered bruises and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling north. The cyclist was not wearing safety equipment.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old male bicyclist was injured after being hit from behind by a 2009 Toyota SUV on 80 Street. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead northbound when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the SUV's center back end striking the bike's left rear bumper. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The SUV had two occupants, and the driver was licensed in New York. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4525110 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Sedan Hits Parked SUVs on Dry Harbor Road

A 22-year-old male driver crashed his sedan into multiple parked SUVs on Dry Harbor Road in Queens. The impact struck the front center of the sedan and left rear panels of the SUVs. The driver suffered a head abrasion but was conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, a 22-year-old male driver traveling east on Dry Harbor Road collided with several parked SUVs. The sedan's center front end struck the left rear quarter panels of the parked vehicles. The driver was injured, sustaining a head abrasion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists glare as a contributing factor to the crash. No other driver errors were specified. The parked SUVs were unoccupied at the time of the collision. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead before the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4524594 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Moped Strikes 4-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing

A moped traveling south on Fresh Pond Road hit a 4-year-old boy crossing with the signal. The child suffered an upper arm contusion and bruise. Police cited the moped driver for failure to yield right-of-way. The boy remained conscious.

According to the police report, a moped traveling south on Fresh Pond Road in Queens struck a 4-year-old pedestrian at an intersection. The child was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. The pedestrian sustained an upper arm contusion and bruise but remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor attributed to the moped driver. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The child was injured but not ejected from any vehicle. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians, especially young children in crosswalks.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4525390 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
SUV and Sedan Crash on Hamilton Place

A sedan turned left and hit an SUV going straight on Hamilton Place. A rear passenger in the sedan suffered facial abrasions. Police cited traffic control disregard as the cause. Both vehicles took heavy front damage.

According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn collided with an SUV traveling straight on Hamilton Place in Queens. The crash struck the right front of the sedan and the left front of the SUV. A 37-year-old man riding in the sedan's right rear seat was injured, suffering facial abrasions. He was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. Police listed 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, pointing to a driver ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other factors were cited. Both drivers held valid licenses and operated their vehicles legally.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4525394 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Pedestrian Injured in Right-Turn Sedan Crash

A 26-year-old woman was struck by a sedan making a right turn on 77 Place. The impact hit the pedestrian’s lower leg and foot. She suffered bruises and remained conscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at the crosswalk.

According to the police report, a 26-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 77 Place. The sedan, driven by a licensed female driver traveling north, was making a right turn when it struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. Vehicle damage was centered on the front end. No other driver errors or victim equipment factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4522912 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11