About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 5
▸ Crush Injuries 3
▸ Severe Bleeding 3
▸ Severe Lacerations 3
▸ Concussion 8
▸ Whiplash 52
▸ Contusion/Bruise 53
▸ Abrasion 36
▸ Pain/Nausea 12
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in CB 406
- 2023 Blue BMW Coupe (LSS9339) – 58 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Gray Me/Be Suburban (LPP4515) – 44 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 White Me/Be Sedan (LJY3842) – 42 times • 3 in last 90d here
- 2024 Black Me/Be Sedan (LRD8483) – 36 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Red Honda Sedn (LKL4602) – 35 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Queens CB6: Speed, steel, and a steady toll
Queens CB6: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 24, 2025
Another driver. Same ending.
- Since 2022, Queens CB6 logged 2,559 crashes, 1,213 injuries, and 5 deaths. Pedestrians took 261 injuries and 2 deaths; cyclists 94 injuries and 1 death. Heavy vehicles hurt too: trucks and buses caused 15 pedestrian injuries, with 2 serious injuries. The harm clusters on Queens Boulevard and the Long Island Expressway. The numbers are drawn from the city’s own dataset spanning 2022–2025.
- A 23-year-old cyclist was killed at Queens Boulevard and 63rd Drive during the evening rush on March 19, 2025. The crash record lists “traffic control disregarded” and “driver inattention” among the factors. The entry is blunt: “Apparent Death.” City data (CrashID 4799953).
“Two motorists were badly hurt and still have not fully recovered,” the Queens DA said in another Queens case where a driver went the wrong way and smashed cars on the Clearview. “You want to fight?” the driver told a victim. He later said he entered the highway wrong-way “because I wanted to hurt people.” These words hang over every ramp and merge. amNY.
Rush hours, then the dark
- Injury spikes run at 8 a.m., noon to 4 p.m., and again 6–8 p.m. Night is cruel too: deaths logged at midnight, 3–4 a.m., and 5 p.m. The late-night pattern is there in the hourly counts from the city feed covering CB6.
- On the Long Island Expressway at 4:37 a.m. on May 27, 2023, a 22-year-old motorcyclist died in a collision involving a tractor-trailer. The record notes ejection and “Crush Injuries.” CrashID 4632739.
Two corridors. One verdict.
- The top hotspots in CB6 include the Long Island Expressway and Queens Boulevard. Together they account for hundreds hurt and multiple deaths, according to the rollup of top locations in the city data for this board.
- March 24, 2025, Woodhaven Boulevard at 60th Drive: a multi-vehicle crash with a motorcycle demolished. One person was killed. The city log lists “Apparent Death.” CrashID 4803498.
What the records say
- Contributing factors tied to the worst outcomes in CB6 include “other/unknown,” vulnerable road user error, improper passing, inattention, disregarded signals, and failure to yield. The dataset shows 2 pedestrian deaths and 436 injuries tied to “other,” 44 injuries tied to vulnerable road user error, and smaller but sharp counts for signal disregard and failure to yield. Source: NYC crash database for this area 2022–2025.
- Vehicles striking pedestrians in CB6 were most often sedans and SUVs. Trucks and buses still left four people seriously hurt or worse. Source: the same dataset’s pedestrian-cause rollup for CB6.
Three corners. Simple fixes.
- Queens Boulevard at 63rd Drive. Daylighting and hardened lefts. Protect the bike lane at the conflict points.
- Woodhaven Boulevard at 60th Drive. Slow turns with concrete, not paint. Give pedestrians a head start.
- Long Island Expressway service roads. Close slip lanes where feasible. Mark crossings and add refuge islands where people already run it.
These are standard tools. The need is recorded in the logs above. The places are named.
Officials know what works — do they?
- Albany renewed the city’s school‑zone speed cameras through 2030. Local lawmakers in this area voted yes. That keeps the cameras on. The next step is slower speeds everywhere. Source: the timeline of votes in this file and our Take Action page.
- The Legislature is weighing devices that keep repeat speeders from breaking the limit. Senators in Queens backed the Senate bill S 4045 in committee. An Assembly bill mirrors the idea and includes Assemblymember Andrew Hevesi as a co-sponsor A 7979. These bills target the drivers who keep getting tickets and keep hurting people.
Use the tools we have
- Lower the default speed. Keep cameras on. Mandate speed limiters for repeat offenders. These steps are on the table. Lawmakers linked to CB6 have already voted yes in committee on speed limiters. The crash map in this district shows why. See the bills here: S 4045, A 7979. Then press City Hall to use the authority it has. Start here: Take action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-24
- Wrong-way driver rams cars on expressway, amNY, Published 2025-08-15
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- File A 7979, Open States, Published 2023-08-18
- Speeding Car Kills Pedestrians At Food Truck, CBS New York, Published 2025-08-13
Other Representatives
District 28
70-50 Austin St. Suite 114, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Room 626, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 29
71-19 80th Street, Suite 8-303, Glendale, NY 11385
718-544-8800
250 Broadway, Suite 1840, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6981
District 15
66-85 73rd Place, Middle Village, NY 11379
Room 811, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Queens CB6 Queens Community Board 6 sits in Queens, Precinct 112, District 29, AD 28, SD 15.
It contains Rego Park, Forest Hills.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 6
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Right-Turning Driver Hits Cyclist at Queens Boulevard▸Jul 29 - A driver in a sedan turned right at 62 Drive and Queens Boulevard and hit a 21-year-old cyclist. He suffered leg and foot injuries and went into shock. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a sedan made a right turn at 62 Drive and Queens Boulevard in Queens and hit a 21-year-old cyclist. According to the police report, the bike was traveling west and the sedan was making a right turn. The rider suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, with a complaint of pain or nausea. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the sedan’s right front bumper as the point of impact and damage to the back of the bike. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
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Driver rear-ends motorcyclist on Woodhaven in Queens▸Jul 27 - A driver hit the back of a northeastbound motorcycle near 73-25 Woodhaven Boulevard. The 28-year-old rider suffered abrasions and an upper-arm injury. Police listed no contributing driver errors. The other vehicle's right front bumper was damaged.
A driver hit the center rear of a motorcycle traveling northeast near 73-25 Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The rider, a 28-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an upper-arm injury. According to the police report, the motorcycle's point of impact was the center back end and the other vehicle's was the right front bumper. The report lists no contributing driver errors. The other vehicle was registered in New Jersey and sustained right-front bumper damage. No other injuries were reported. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Woman in Queens▸Jul 25 - A driver in a sedan, distracted, rear-ended a 41-year-old woman driving a Toyota on the L.I.E./G.C.P. collector in Queens. She suffered a conscious back contusion. Police listed driver inattention/distraction as the cause.
A 41-year-old woman driving a 2015 Toyota sedan was injured when a driver rear-ended her on the L.I.E./G.C.P. collector in Queens. The Toyota was traveling east and suffered center back-end damage, indicating it was struck from behind. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The injured driver remained conscious and complained of a back contusion. Police recorded the driver's safety equipment as a lap belt. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Motorcycle on 63rd Drive▸Jul 21 - SUV and motorcycle collided on 63rd Drive. One rider suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle crashed on 63rd Drive at Carlton Street in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles disregarded traffic control. A 19-year-old male motorcycle driver suffered a head injury. The SUV driver, a 59-year-old woman, was not injured. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor. No other contributing factors were reported.
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Cyclist Hurt After Hitting Stopped Taxi Door▸Jul 15 - A cyclist collided with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on 71 Ave. The 33-year-old rider suffered a contusion to his arm. Police listed "Passenger Distraction" as a contributing factor.
A cyclist collided with the right-side doors of a taxi that had stopped in traffic on 71 Ave. The rider was a 33-year-old man who suffered a contusion to the elbow/arm. According to the police report, "Passenger Distraction" was a contributing factor in the crash. The bicycle was traveling south; the taxi was stopped in traffic when the impact occurred. Police list the point of impact as the taxi's right side doors and the bicycle's center front end. The taxi carried two occupants; police reported no injuries to them. The report lists no other contributing factors.
14Int 1339-2025
Schulman co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Jul 11 - Two sedans crashed on Queens Blvd. Driver distraction listed for both. A woman and an infant suffered injuries. Metal and glass scattered. The system failed to protect its most vulnerable.
Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard near 77th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 27-year-old woman in the front passenger seat and an infant in the rear seat were injured, suffering neck and facial injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left vulnerable passengers hurt while drivers escaped with minor or unspecified injuries.
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Teen Moped Driver Ejected on 69 Road▸Jul 10 - A 17-year-old moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. Police cited "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" factors in the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. The 17-year-old moped driver was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered injuries to the elbow and lower arm, with a reported contusion and bruising. The sedan sustained right front bumper damage; the moped showed center-front damage. According to the police report, "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" contributed to the collision. Police recorded Driver Inexperience and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The moped driver held a permit; the sedan driver was licensed. No pedestrians were reported struck.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
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Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger in Queens▸Jul 8 - A sedan veered on 63rd Road. Metal struck metal. A passenger took the blow. His leg bruised. Streets stayed loud. The system failed to protect him.
A crash on 63rd Road in Queens left a 37-year-old front passenger injured with a leg contusion. According to the police report, a sedan was involved in a collision caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The impact struck the right front quarter panel and left front bumper. The injured passenger was conscious. The report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. No other contributing factors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes on city streets.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Austin Street▸Jul 5 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old woman crossing Austin Street. She suffered a leg injury. The driver and another occupant were not hurt. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
A BMW sedan traveling north struck a 70-year-old woman as she crossed Austin Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She sustained a contusion to her lower leg and foot but remained conscious. The driver, a 36-year-old man, and another occupant were not injured. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians on city streets.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jul 29 - A driver in a sedan turned right at 62 Drive and Queens Boulevard and hit a 21-year-old cyclist. He suffered leg and foot injuries and went into shock. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver.
A driver in a sedan made a right turn at 62 Drive and Queens Boulevard in Queens and hit a 21-year-old cyclist. According to the police report, the bike was traveling west and the sedan was making a right turn. The rider suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock, with a complaint of pain or nausea. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The report lists the sedan’s right front bumper as the point of impact and damage to the back of the bike. No other contributing factors were noted in the report.
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Driver rear-ends motorcyclist on Woodhaven in Queens▸Jul 27 - A driver hit the back of a northeastbound motorcycle near 73-25 Woodhaven Boulevard. The 28-year-old rider suffered abrasions and an upper-arm injury. Police listed no contributing driver errors. The other vehicle's right front bumper was damaged.
A driver hit the center rear of a motorcycle traveling northeast near 73-25 Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The rider, a 28-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an upper-arm injury. According to the police report, the motorcycle's point of impact was the center back end and the other vehicle's was the right front bumper. The report lists no contributing driver errors. The other vehicle was registered in New Jersey and sustained right-front bumper damage. No other injuries were reported. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Woman in Queens▸Jul 25 - A driver in a sedan, distracted, rear-ended a 41-year-old woman driving a Toyota on the L.I.E./G.C.P. collector in Queens. She suffered a conscious back contusion. Police listed driver inattention/distraction as the cause.
A 41-year-old woman driving a 2015 Toyota sedan was injured when a driver rear-ended her on the L.I.E./G.C.P. collector in Queens. The Toyota was traveling east and suffered center back-end damage, indicating it was struck from behind. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The injured driver remained conscious and complained of a back contusion. Police recorded the driver's safety equipment as a lap belt. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Motorcycle on 63rd Drive▸Jul 21 - SUV and motorcycle collided on 63rd Drive. One rider suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle crashed on 63rd Drive at Carlton Street in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles disregarded traffic control. A 19-year-old male motorcycle driver suffered a head injury. The SUV driver, a 59-year-old woman, was not injured. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor. No other contributing factors were reported.
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Cyclist Hurt After Hitting Stopped Taxi Door▸Jul 15 - A cyclist collided with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on 71 Ave. The 33-year-old rider suffered a contusion to his arm. Police listed "Passenger Distraction" as a contributing factor.
A cyclist collided with the right-side doors of a taxi that had stopped in traffic on 71 Ave. The rider was a 33-year-old man who suffered a contusion to the elbow/arm. According to the police report, "Passenger Distraction" was a contributing factor in the crash. The bicycle was traveling south; the taxi was stopped in traffic when the impact occurred. Police list the point of impact as the taxi's right side doors and the bicycle's center front end. The taxi carried two occupants; police reported no injuries to them. The report lists no other contributing factors.
14Int 1339-2025
Schulman co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Jul 11 - Two sedans crashed on Queens Blvd. Driver distraction listed for both. A woman and an infant suffered injuries. Metal and glass scattered. The system failed to protect its most vulnerable.
Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard near 77th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 27-year-old woman in the front passenger seat and an infant in the rear seat were injured, suffering neck and facial injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left vulnerable passengers hurt while drivers escaped with minor or unspecified injuries.
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Teen Moped Driver Ejected on 69 Road▸Jul 10 - A 17-year-old moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. Police cited "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" factors in the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. The 17-year-old moped driver was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered injuries to the elbow and lower arm, with a reported contusion and bruising. The sedan sustained right front bumper damage; the moped showed center-front damage. According to the police report, "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" contributed to the collision. Police recorded Driver Inexperience and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The moped driver held a permit; the sedan driver was licensed. No pedestrians were reported struck.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
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Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger in Queens▸Jul 8 - A sedan veered on 63rd Road. Metal struck metal. A passenger took the blow. His leg bruised. Streets stayed loud. The system failed to protect him.
A crash on 63rd Road in Queens left a 37-year-old front passenger injured with a leg contusion. According to the police report, a sedan was involved in a collision caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The impact struck the right front quarter panel and left front bumper. The injured passenger was conscious. The report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. No other contributing factors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes on city streets.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Austin Street▸Jul 5 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old woman crossing Austin Street. She suffered a leg injury. The driver and another occupant were not hurt. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
A BMW sedan traveling north struck a 70-year-old woman as she crossed Austin Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She sustained a contusion to her lower leg and foot but remained conscious. The driver, a 36-year-old man, and another occupant were not injured. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians on city streets.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
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SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
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Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jul 27 - A driver hit the back of a northeastbound motorcycle near 73-25 Woodhaven Boulevard. The 28-year-old rider suffered abrasions and an upper-arm injury. Police listed no contributing driver errors. The other vehicle's right front bumper was damaged.
A driver hit the center rear of a motorcycle traveling northeast near 73-25 Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The rider, a 28-year-old man, suffered abrasions and an upper-arm injury. According to the police report, the motorcycle's point of impact was the center back end and the other vehicle's was the right front bumper. The report lists no contributing driver errors. The other vehicle was registered in New Jersey and sustained right-front bumper damage. No other injuries were reported. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data.
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Distracted Driver Rear-Ends Woman in Queens▸Jul 25 - A driver in a sedan, distracted, rear-ended a 41-year-old woman driving a Toyota on the L.I.E./G.C.P. collector in Queens. She suffered a conscious back contusion. Police listed driver inattention/distraction as the cause.
A 41-year-old woman driving a 2015 Toyota sedan was injured when a driver rear-ended her on the L.I.E./G.C.P. collector in Queens. The Toyota was traveling east and suffered center back-end damage, indicating it was struck from behind. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The injured driver remained conscious and complained of a back contusion. Police recorded the driver's safety equipment as a lap belt. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Motorcycle on 63rd Drive▸Jul 21 - SUV and motorcycle collided on 63rd Drive. One rider suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle crashed on 63rd Drive at Carlton Street in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles disregarded traffic control. A 19-year-old male motorcycle driver suffered a head injury. The SUV driver, a 59-year-old woman, was not injured. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor. No other contributing factors were reported.
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Cyclist Hurt After Hitting Stopped Taxi Door▸Jul 15 - A cyclist collided with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on 71 Ave. The 33-year-old rider suffered a contusion to his arm. Police listed "Passenger Distraction" as a contributing factor.
A cyclist collided with the right-side doors of a taxi that had stopped in traffic on 71 Ave. The rider was a 33-year-old man who suffered a contusion to the elbow/arm. According to the police report, "Passenger Distraction" was a contributing factor in the crash. The bicycle was traveling south; the taxi was stopped in traffic when the impact occurred. Police list the point of impact as the taxi's right side doors and the bicycle's center front end. The taxi carried two occupants; police reported no injuries to them. The report lists no other contributing factors.
14Int 1339-2025
Schulman co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Jul 11 - Two sedans crashed on Queens Blvd. Driver distraction listed for both. A woman and an infant suffered injuries. Metal and glass scattered. The system failed to protect its most vulnerable.
Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard near 77th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 27-year-old woman in the front passenger seat and an infant in the rear seat were injured, suffering neck and facial injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left vulnerable passengers hurt while drivers escaped with minor or unspecified injuries.
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Teen Moped Driver Ejected on 69 Road▸Jul 10 - A 17-year-old moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. Police cited "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" factors in the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. The 17-year-old moped driver was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered injuries to the elbow and lower arm, with a reported contusion and bruising. The sedan sustained right front bumper damage; the moped showed center-front damage. According to the police report, "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" contributed to the collision. Police recorded Driver Inexperience and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The moped driver held a permit; the sedan driver was licensed. No pedestrians were reported struck.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
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Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger in Queens▸Jul 8 - A sedan veered on 63rd Road. Metal struck metal. A passenger took the blow. His leg bruised. Streets stayed loud. The system failed to protect him.
A crash on 63rd Road in Queens left a 37-year-old front passenger injured with a leg contusion. According to the police report, a sedan was involved in a collision caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The impact struck the right front quarter panel and left front bumper. The injured passenger was conscious. The report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. No other contributing factors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes on city streets.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Austin Street▸Jul 5 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old woman crossing Austin Street. She suffered a leg injury. The driver and another occupant were not hurt. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
A BMW sedan traveling north struck a 70-year-old woman as she crossed Austin Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She sustained a contusion to her lower leg and foot but remained conscious. The driver, a 36-year-old man, and another occupant were not injured. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians on city streets.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
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SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
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Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jul 25 - A driver in a sedan, distracted, rear-ended a 41-year-old woman driving a Toyota on the L.I.E./G.C.P. collector in Queens. She suffered a conscious back contusion. Police listed driver inattention/distraction as the cause.
A 41-year-old woman driving a 2015 Toyota sedan was injured when a driver rear-ended her on the L.I.E./G.C.P. collector in Queens. The Toyota was traveling east and suffered center back-end damage, indicating it was struck from behind. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The injured driver remained conscious and complained of a back contusion. Police recorded the driver's safety equipment as a lap belt. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Strikes Motorcycle on 63rd Drive▸Jul 21 - SUV and motorcycle collided on 63rd Drive. One rider suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle crashed on 63rd Drive at Carlton Street in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles disregarded traffic control. A 19-year-old male motorcycle driver suffered a head injury. The SUV driver, a 59-year-old woman, was not injured. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor. No other contributing factors were reported.
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Cyclist Hurt After Hitting Stopped Taxi Door▸Jul 15 - A cyclist collided with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on 71 Ave. The 33-year-old rider suffered a contusion to his arm. Police listed "Passenger Distraction" as a contributing factor.
A cyclist collided with the right-side doors of a taxi that had stopped in traffic on 71 Ave. The rider was a 33-year-old man who suffered a contusion to the elbow/arm. According to the police report, "Passenger Distraction" was a contributing factor in the crash. The bicycle was traveling south; the taxi was stopped in traffic when the impact occurred. Police list the point of impact as the taxi's right side doors and the bicycle's center front end. The taxi carried two occupants; police reported no injuries to them. The report lists no other contributing factors.
14Int 1339-2025
Schulman co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
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Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Jul 11 - Two sedans crashed on Queens Blvd. Driver distraction listed for both. A woman and an infant suffered injuries. Metal and glass scattered. The system failed to protect its most vulnerable.
Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard near 77th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 27-year-old woman in the front passenger seat and an infant in the rear seat were injured, suffering neck and facial injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left vulnerable passengers hurt while drivers escaped with minor or unspecified injuries.
10
Teen Moped Driver Ejected on 69 Road▸Jul 10 - A 17-year-old moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. Police cited "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" factors in the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. The 17-year-old moped driver was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered injuries to the elbow and lower arm, with a reported contusion and bruising. The sedan sustained right front bumper damage; the moped showed center-front damage. According to the police report, "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" contributed to the collision. Police recorded Driver Inexperience and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The moped driver held a permit; the sedan driver was licensed. No pedestrians were reported struck.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger in Queens▸Jul 8 - A sedan veered on 63rd Road. Metal struck metal. A passenger took the blow. His leg bruised. Streets stayed loud. The system failed to protect him.
A crash on 63rd Road in Queens left a 37-year-old front passenger injured with a leg contusion. According to the police report, a sedan was involved in a collision caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The impact struck the right front quarter panel and left front bumper. The injured passenger was conscious. The report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. No other contributing factors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes on city streets.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Austin Street▸Jul 5 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old woman crossing Austin Street. She suffered a leg injury. The driver and another occupant were not hurt. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
A BMW sedan traveling north struck a 70-year-old woman as she crossed Austin Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She sustained a contusion to her lower leg and foot but remained conscious. The driver, a 36-year-old man, and another occupant were not injured. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians on city streets.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
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SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jul 21 - SUV and motorcycle collided on 63rd Drive. One rider suffered a head injury. Police cite traffic control ignored. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV and a motorcycle crashed on 63rd Drive at Carlton Street in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles disregarded traffic control. A 19-year-old male motorcycle driver suffered a head injury. The SUV driver, a 59-year-old woman, was not injured. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the main contributing factor. No other contributing factors were reported.
15
Cyclist Hurt After Hitting Stopped Taxi Door▸Jul 15 - A cyclist collided with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on 71 Ave. The 33-year-old rider suffered a contusion to his arm. Police listed "Passenger Distraction" as a contributing factor.
A cyclist collided with the right-side doors of a taxi that had stopped in traffic on 71 Ave. The rider was a 33-year-old man who suffered a contusion to the elbow/arm. According to the police report, "Passenger Distraction" was a contributing factor in the crash. The bicycle was traveling south; the taxi was stopped in traffic when the impact occurred. Police list the point of impact as the taxi's right side doors and the bicycle's center front end. The taxi carried two occupants; police reported no injuries to them. The report lists no other contributing factors.
14Int 1339-2025
Schulman co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
11
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Jul 11 - Two sedans crashed on Queens Blvd. Driver distraction listed for both. A woman and an infant suffered injuries. Metal and glass scattered. The system failed to protect its most vulnerable.
Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard near 77th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 27-year-old woman in the front passenger seat and an infant in the rear seat were injured, suffering neck and facial injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left vulnerable passengers hurt while drivers escaped with minor or unspecified injuries.
10
Teen Moped Driver Ejected on 69 Road▸Jul 10 - A 17-year-old moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. Police cited "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" factors in the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. The 17-year-old moped driver was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered injuries to the elbow and lower arm, with a reported contusion and bruising. The sedan sustained right front bumper damage; the moped showed center-front damage. According to the police report, "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" contributed to the collision. Police recorded Driver Inexperience and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The moped driver held a permit; the sedan driver was licensed. No pedestrians were reported struck.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger in Queens▸Jul 8 - A sedan veered on 63rd Road. Metal struck metal. A passenger took the blow. His leg bruised. Streets stayed loud. The system failed to protect him.
A crash on 63rd Road in Queens left a 37-year-old front passenger injured with a leg contusion. According to the police report, a sedan was involved in a collision caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The impact struck the right front quarter panel and left front bumper. The injured passenger was conscious. The report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. No other contributing factors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes on city streets.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Austin Street▸Jul 5 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old woman crossing Austin Street. She suffered a leg injury. The driver and another occupant were not hurt. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
A BMW sedan traveling north struck a 70-year-old woman as she crossed Austin Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She sustained a contusion to her lower leg and foot but remained conscious. The driver, a 36-year-old man, and another occupant were not injured. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians on city streets.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
30
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jul 15 - A cyclist collided with the right-side doors of a stopped taxi on 71 Ave. The 33-year-old rider suffered a contusion to his arm. Police listed "Passenger Distraction" as a contributing factor.
A cyclist collided with the right-side doors of a taxi that had stopped in traffic on 71 Ave. The rider was a 33-year-old man who suffered a contusion to the elbow/arm. According to the police report, "Passenger Distraction" was a contributing factor in the crash. The bicycle was traveling south; the taxi was stopped in traffic when the impact occurred. Police list the point of impact as the taxi's right side doors and the bicycle's center front end. The taxi carried two occupants; police reported no injuries to them. The report lists no other contributing factors.
14Int 1339-2025
Schulman co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.▸Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
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File Int 1339-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-07-14
11
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Jul 11 - Two sedans crashed on Queens Blvd. Driver distraction listed for both. A woman and an infant suffered injuries. Metal and glass scattered. The system failed to protect its most vulnerable.
Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard near 77th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 27-year-old woman in the front passenger seat and an infant in the rear seat were injured, suffering neck and facial injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left vulnerable passengers hurt while drivers escaped with minor or unspecified injuries.
10
Teen Moped Driver Ejected on 69 Road▸Jul 10 - A 17-year-old moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. Police cited "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" factors in the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. The 17-year-old moped driver was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered injuries to the elbow and lower arm, with a reported contusion and bruising. The sedan sustained right front bumper damage; the moped showed center-front damage. According to the police report, "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" contributed to the collision. Police recorded Driver Inexperience and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The moped driver held a permit; the sedan driver was licensed. No pedestrians were reported struck.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger in Queens▸Jul 8 - A sedan veered on 63rd Road. Metal struck metal. A passenger took the blow. His leg bruised. Streets stayed loud. The system failed to protect him.
A crash on 63rd Road in Queens left a 37-year-old front passenger injured with a leg contusion. According to the police report, a sedan was involved in a collision caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The impact struck the right front quarter panel and left front bumper. The injured passenger was conscious. The report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. No other contributing factors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes on city streets.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Austin Street▸Jul 5 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old woman crossing Austin Street. She suffered a leg injury. The driver and another occupant were not hurt. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
A BMW sedan traveling north struck a 70-year-old woman as she crossed Austin Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She sustained a contusion to her lower leg and foot but remained conscious. The driver, a 36-year-old man, and another occupant were not injured. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians on city streets.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
30
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
-
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jul 14 - Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.
Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.
- File Int 1339-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-07-14
11
Distracted Drivers Collide on Queens Boulevard▸Jul 11 - Two sedans crashed on Queens Blvd. Driver distraction listed for both. A woman and an infant suffered injuries. Metal and glass scattered. The system failed to protect its most vulnerable.
Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard near 77th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 27-year-old woman in the front passenger seat and an infant in the rear seat were injured, suffering neck and facial injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left vulnerable passengers hurt while drivers escaped with minor or unspecified injuries.
10
Teen Moped Driver Ejected on 69 Road▸Jul 10 - A 17-year-old moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. Police cited "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" factors in the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. The 17-year-old moped driver was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered injuries to the elbow and lower arm, with a reported contusion and bruising. The sedan sustained right front bumper damage; the moped showed center-front damage. According to the police report, "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" contributed to the collision. Police recorded Driver Inexperience and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The moped driver held a permit; the sedan driver was licensed. No pedestrians were reported struck.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger in Queens▸Jul 8 - A sedan veered on 63rd Road. Metal struck metal. A passenger took the blow. His leg bruised. Streets stayed loud. The system failed to protect him.
A crash on 63rd Road in Queens left a 37-year-old front passenger injured with a leg contusion. According to the police report, a sedan was involved in a collision caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The impact struck the right front quarter panel and left front bumper. The injured passenger was conscious. The report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. No other contributing factors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes on city streets.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Austin Street▸Jul 5 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old woman crossing Austin Street. She suffered a leg injury. The driver and another occupant were not hurt. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
A BMW sedan traveling north struck a 70-year-old woman as she crossed Austin Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She sustained a contusion to her lower leg and foot but remained conscious. The driver, a 36-year-old man, and another occupant were not injured. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians on city streets.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jul 11 - Two sedans crashed on Queens Blvd. Driver distraction listed for both. A woman and an infant suffered injuries. Metal and glass scattered. The system failed to protect its most vulnerable.
Two sedans collided on Queens Boulevard near 77th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. A 27-year-old woman in the front passenger seat and an infant in the rear seat were injured, suffering neck and facial injuries. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left vulnerable passengers hurt while drivers escaped with minor or unspecified injuries.
10
Teen Moped Driver Ejected on 69 Road▸Jul 10 - A 17-year-old moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. Police cited "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" factors in the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. The 17-year-old moped driver was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered injuries to the elbow and lower arm, with a reported contusion and bruising. The sedan sustained right front bumper damage; the moped showed center-front damage. According to the police report, "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" contributed to the collision. Police recorded Driver Inexperience and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The moped driver held a permit; the sedan driver was licensed. No pedestrians were reported struck.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger in Queens▸Jul 8 - A sedan veered on 63rd Road. Metal struck metal. A passenger took the blow. His leg bruised. Streets stayed loud. The system failed to protect him.
A crash on 63rd Road in Queens left a 37-year-old front passenger injured with a leg contusion. According to the police report, a sedan was involved in a collision caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The impact struck the right front quarter panel and left front bumper. The injured passenger was conscious. The report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. No other contributing factors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes on city streets.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Austin Street▸Jul 5 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old woman crossing Austin Street. She suffered a leg injury. The driver and another occupant were not hurt. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
A BMW sedan traveling north struck a 70-year-old woman as she crossed Austin Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She sustained a contusion to her lower leg and foot but remained conscious. The driver, a 36-year-old man, and another occupant were not injured. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians on city streets.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
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Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jul 10 - A 17-year-old moped driver was ejected and injured after a collision with a sedan on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. Police cited "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" factors in the crash.
A moped and a sedan collided on 69 Road near 108 Street in Queens. The 17-year-old moped driver was ejected, remained conscious, and suffered injuries to the elbow and lower arm, with a reported contusion and bruising. The sedan sustained right front bumper damage; the moped showed center-front damage. According to the police report, "Driver Inexperience" and "Other Vehicular" contributed to the collision. Police recorded Driver Inexperience and other vehicular factors as contributing causes. The moped driver held a permit; the sedan driver was licensed. No pedestrians were reported struck.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
8
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger in Queens▸Jul 8 - A sedan veered on 63rd Road. Metal struck metal. A passenger took the blow. His leg bruised. Streets stayed loud. The system failed to protect him.
A crash on 63rd Road in Queens left a 37-year-old front passenger injured with a leg contusion. According to the police report, a sedan was involved in a collision caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The impact struck the right front quarter panel and left front bumper. The injured passenger was conscious. The report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. No other contributing factors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes on city streets.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Austin Street▸Jul 5 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old woman crossing Austin Street. She suffered a leg injury. The driver and another occupant were not hurt. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
A BMW sedan traveling north struck a 70-year-old woman as she crossed Austin Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She sustained a contusion to her lower leg and foot but remained conscious. The driver, a 36-year-old man, and another occupant were not injured. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians on city streets.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
30
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
- E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens, New York Post, Published 2025-07-09
8
Improper Lane Change Injures Passenger in Queens▸Jul 8 - A sedan veered on 63rd Road. Metal struck metal. A passenger took the blow. His leg bruised. Streets stayed loud. The system failed to protect him.
A crash on 63rd Road in Queens left a 37-year-old front passenger injured with a leg contusion. According to the police report, a sedan was involved in a collision caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The impact struck the right front quarter panel and left front bumper. The injured passenger was conscious. The report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. No other contributing factors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes on city streets.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Austin Street▸Jul 5 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old woman crossing Austin Street. She suffered a leg injury. The driver and another occupant were not hurt. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
A BMW sedan traveling north struck a 70-year-old woman as she crossed Austin Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She sustained a contusion to her lower leg and foot but remained conscious. The driver, a 36-year-old man, and another occupant were not injured. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians on city streets.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
30
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jul 8 - A sedan veered on 63rd Road. Metal struck metal. A passenger took the blow. His leg bruised. Streets stayed loud. The system failed to protect him.
A crash on 63rd Road in Queens left a 37-year-old front passenger injured with a leg contusion. According to the police report, a sedan was involved in a collision caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The impact struck the right front quarter panel and left front bumper. The injured passenger was conscious. The report lists improper lane usage as the driver error. No other contributing factors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane changes on city streets.
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Austin Street▸Jul 5 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old woman crossing Austin Street. She suffered a leg injury. The driver and another occupant were not hurt. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
A BMW sedan traveling north struck a 70-year-old woman as she crossed Austin Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She sustained a contusion to her lower leg and foot but remained conscious. The driver, a 36-year-old man, and another occupant were not injured. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians on city streets.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
30
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
- BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-07
5
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Austin Street▸Jul 5 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old woman crossing Austin Street. She suffered a leg injury. The driver and another occupant were not hurt. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
A BMW sedan traveling north struck a 70-year-old woman as she crossed Austin Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She sustained a contusion to her lower leg and foot but remained conscious. The driver, a 36-year-old man, and another occupant were not injured. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians on city streets.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
30
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jul 5 - A sedan hit a 70-year-old woman crossing Austin Street. She suffered a leg injury. The driver and another occupant were not hurt. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.
A BMW sedan traveling north struck a 70-year-old woman as she crossed Austin Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. She sustained a contusion to her lower leg and foot but remained conscious. The driver, a 36-year-old man, and another occupant were not injured. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The incident highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians on city streets.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
30
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
- Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car, The New York Times, Published 2025-07-04
1
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
30
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
-
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jul 1 - A sedan turning left hit a woman crossing 108th Street with the signal. She fell. Her leg bled. The driver failed to yield. The street stayed open. The danger stayed real.
A 42-year-old woman crossing 108th Street with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan making a left turn at 63rd Drive in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The vehicle showed no damage. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at intersections when drivers fail to yield.
30
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Horace Harding Expy▸Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
-
File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jun 30 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Horace Harding Expressway. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered arm injuries. The crash left her bruised. No driver errors were listed in the police report.
A sedan and a bicycle collided on Horace Harding Expressway near 97 Place in Queens. The cyclist, a 27-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining a contusion to her arm. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The sedan showed no damage, while the bike was struck on its left front quarter panel. The cyclist was conscious after the crash.
30Int 0857-2024
Schulman votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.▸Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
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File Int 0857-2024,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jun 30 - Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.
Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.
- File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30
28
SUV Rear-Ended on Grand Central Parkway▸Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jun 28 - SUV struck from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Rear passenger injured. No driver errors listed. Crash left one man hurt, others shaken.
A crash on Grand Central Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, the SUV was hit in the left rear bumper. A 47-year-old male passenger in the SUV suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. Other occupants, including the driver and another passenger, were not reported injured. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. All involved wore lap belts and harnesses. The impact left one man hurt, but the report gives no further details on the cause.
25
SUV Strikes Motorized Scooter on 63rd Drive▸Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jun 25 - SUV hit a motorized scooter on 63rd Drive. Two riders, a woman and a child, suffered leg and arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. Streets remain dangerous for the vulnerable.
A station wagon SUV collided with a motorized scooter at 63rd Drive and Booth Street in Queens. A 35-year-old woman driving the scooter and a 7-year-old boy riding with her were injured, suffering leg and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and scooter were going straight ahead before impact. The report also lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a factor for those involved. The crash underscores the risks faced by vulnerable road users on city streets.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
- Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-23
22
Sedan Strikes Moped on Woodhaven Boulevard▸Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.
Jun 22 - A sedan hit a stopped moped on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered a bruised leg. Police cite driver inattention and unsafe lane change. The crash left scars on metal and flesh.
A sedan collided with a moped at Woodhaven Boulevard and Eliot Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan struck the moped’s left rear bumper while the moped was stopped in traffic. One man, age 33, was injured with a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. The sedan’s front end and the moped’s rear bumper were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors.