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?
▸ Which areas are in Queens CB5?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB5?
▸ Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
▸ How many people were killed or seriously injured in Queens CB5 in the last year?
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
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on Myrtle Ave▸SUV struck cyclist on Myrtle Ave. Driver distracted. Cyclist hit, leg bruised. Impact left bike undamaged. Streets unforgiving. System failed to protect.
A 49-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on Myrtle Ave at St Nicholas Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV driver was distracted at the time of the crash. The cyclist suffered a contusion to his lower leg and was wearing a helmet. The SUV’s right front bumper made contact, but the bike showed no damage. Driver inattention is listed as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
3Truck Hits Sedan on Long Island Expressway▸A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the Long Island Expressway. Three people suffered injuries. Whiplash and neck pain followed the impact. The crash left metal twisted, bodies shaken, and the night broken by sirens.
A collision between a tractor truck and a sedan occurred on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when the truck struck the sedan’s center back end with its left front bumper. Three people were injured: the sedan’s driver, a 45-year-old woman, and two rear passengers, a 39-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman. All reported whiplash or neck injuries. The police report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Helmet use and turn signals were not listed as factors.
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
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Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
Motorcyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸A motorcycle slammed into the center front end on Woodward Ave. The rider, twenty-five, was ejected. He struck his head. He was conscious but hurt. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed loud and dangerous.
A 25-year-old man riding a motorcycle was injured on Woodward Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash happened when traffic control was disregarded. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered a head contusion. He was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were identified as injured. The rider was not using any safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver error. The crash underscores the risk when traffic rules are ignored, as documented by the police.
Cyclist Injured by Parked Sedan Door on Palmetto▸A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
S 8117Addabbo misses committee vote on school speed zone camera bill, delaying safety gains.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
S 8117Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
SUV struck cyclist on Myrtle Ave. Driver distracted. Cyclist hit, leg bruised. Impact left bike undamaged. Streets unforgiving. System failed to protect.
A 49-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on Myrtle Ave at St Nicholas Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV driver was distracted at the time of the crash. The cyclist suffered a contusion to his lower leg and was wearing a helmet. The SUV’s right front bumper made contact, but the bike showed no damage. Driver inattention is listed as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
3Truck Hits Sedan on Long Island Expressway▸A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the Long Island Expressway. Three people suffered injuries. Whiplash and neck pain followed the impact. The crash left metal twisted, bodies shaken, and the night broken by sirens.
A collision between a tractor truck and a sedan occurred on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when the truck struck the sedan’s center back end with its left front bumper. Three people were injured: the sedan’s driver, a 45-year-old woman, and two rear passengers, a 39-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman. All reported whiplash or neck injuries. The police report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Helmet use and turn signals were not listed as factors.
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
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Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
Motorcyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸A motorcycle slammed into the center front end on Woodward Ave. The rider, twenty-five, was ejected. He struck his head. He was conscious but hurt. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed loud and dangerous.
A 25-year-old man riding a motorcycle was injured on Woodward Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash happened when traffic control was disregarded. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered a head contusion. He was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were identified as injured. The rider was not using any safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver error. The crash underscores the risk when traffic rules are ignored, as documented by the police.
Cyclist Injured by Parked Sedan Door on Palmetto▸A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
S 8117Addabbo misses committee vote on school speed zone camera bill, delaying safety gains.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
S 8117Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the Long Island Expressway. Three people suffered injuries. Whiplash and neck pain followed the impact. The crash left metal twisted, bodies shaken, and the night broken by sirens.
A collision between a tractor truck and a sedan occurred on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when the truck struck the sedan’s center back end with its left front bumper. Three people were injured: the sedan’s driver, a 45-year-old woman, and two rear passengers, a 39-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman. All reported whiplash or neck injuries. The police report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Helmet use and turn signals were not listed as factors.
Gianaris Supports Safety Boosting Stop Super Speeders Bill▸Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
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Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-06-03
Motorcyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸A motorcycle slammed into the center front end on Woodward Ave. The rider, twenty-five, was ejected. He struck his head. He was conscious but hurt. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed loud and dangerous.
A 25-year-old man riding a motorcycle was injured on Woodward Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash happened when traffic control was disregarded. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered a head contusion. He was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were identified as injured. The rider was not using any safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver error. The crash underscores the risk when traffic rules are ignored, as documented by the police.
Cyclist Injured by Parked Sedan Door on Palmetto▸A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
S 8117Addabbo misses committee vote on school speed zone camera bill, delaying safety gains.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
S 8117Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
Another joins Families for Safe Streets. Another life lost. The toll rises. Grief sharpens the call for change. Streets stay deadly. The city fails to shield its own. The group grows. The danger remains.
On June 3, 2025, Gersh Kuntzman issued an advocacy statement, reported by Streetsblog NYC. The statement reads, 'There's a new member of Families for Safe Streets, which is not good news.' Joe Jankoski, mourning Amanda Servedio, spoke out after her death by a recidivist speeder. The group’s ranks swell with each tragedy. No specific bill or committee is named in this event. Kuntzman’s statement underscores the relentless danger faced by pedestrians and cyclists. The safety analyst notes: the event describes a new member joining an advocacy group, which does not directly affect pedestrian or cyclist safety at the population level. The city’s streets remain perilous. The group’s growth is a grim measure of failure.
- Tuesday’s Headlines: Stop Super Speeders Edition, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-03
Motorcyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸A motorcycle slammed into the center front end on Woodward Ave. The rider, twenty-five, was ejected. He struck his head. He was conscious but hurt. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed loud and dangerous.
A 25-year-old man riding a motorcycle was injured on Woodward Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash happened when traffic control was disregarded. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered a head contusion. He was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were identified as injured. The rider was not using any safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver error. The crash underscores the risk when traffic rules are ignored, as documented by the police.
Cyclist Injured by Parked Sedan Door on Palmetto▸A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
S 8117Addabbo misses committee vote on school speed zone camera bill, delaying safety gains.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
S 8117Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
A motorcycle slammed into the center front end on Woodward Ave. The rider, twenty-five, was ejected. He struck his head. He was conscious but hurt. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed loud and dangerous.
A 25-year-old man riding a motorcycle was injured on Woodward Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash happened when traffic control was disregarded. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered a head contusion. He was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were identified as injured. The rider was not using any safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver error. The crash underscores the risk when traffic rules are ignored, as documented by the police.
Cyclist Injured by Parked Sedan Door on Palmetto▸A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
S 8117Addabbo misses committee vote on school speed zone camera bill, delaying safety gains.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
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Published 2025-05-27
S 8117Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
S 8117Addabbo misses committee vote on school speed zone camera bill, delaying safety gains.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
S 8117Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
S 8117Addabbo misses committee vote on school speed zone camera bill, delaying safety gains.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
S 8117Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
S 8117Addabbo misses committee vote on school speed zone camera bill, delaying safety gains.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
S 8117Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
S 8117Addabbo misses committee vote on school speed zone camera bill, delaying safety gains.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
S 8117Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
S 8117Addabbo misses committee vote on school speed zone camera bill, delaying safety gains.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
S 8117Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
- File S 8117, Open States, Published 2025-05-27
S 8117Gianaris votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.▸Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
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File S 8117,
Open States,
Published 2025-05-27
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.
Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.
- File S 8117, Open States, Published 2025-05-27
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
- Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV Backs Into Pedestrian on 67th Place▸SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.
SUV reversed on 67th Place. Driver backed unsafely. Pedestrian struck, suffered leg injury and concussion. Streets remain perilous for those on foot.
A 51-year-old pedestrian was injured when a Jeep SUV backed into him on 67th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was backing unsafely when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and a concussion. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors were cited. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. This crash highlights the danger faced by pedestrians outside intersections.