Blood on the Asphalt: Demand Action Before Another Life is Lost

Two SUVs slammed together on Main Street in Queens. Metal twisted. Four people suffered injuries. One driver in shock. Passengers shaken. The crash came from failure to yield. The street bore the weight of impact. Pain lingered after the sirens faded.

Two sport utility vehicles crashed at 79-07 Main Street in Queens. Four people were injured, including a 53-year-old driver in shock, a 57-year-old front passenger with pain, and an 80-year-old rear passenger with a neck injury. According to the police report, the cause was 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling north and struck each other, with damage to the center back end and right front quarter panel. The report lists no contributing factors for the victims. The crash left metal bent and bodies hurt, underscoring the danger when drivers fail to yield.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810145, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An 18-year-old e-scooter driver was ejected and injured on Kissena Boulevard in Queens. The crash left him bruised and hurt in the hip and upper leg. The center back end of the scooter took the hit. The car’s front end struck hard.

An 18-year-old male e-scooter driver was ejected and injured in a crash at 65-01 Kissena Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the e-scooter was traveling north and was struck in the center back end by a Nissan car or SUV’s front end. The driver suffered a contusion and injuries to his hip and upper leg. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The injured person was not using any safety equipment. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the vulnerability of e-scooter riders on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809345, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 59-year-old man was hit by a pick-up truck’s right front bumper on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. He remained conscious but suffered whiplash and injuries to his entire body. The street echoed with the aftermath, sirens and voices cutting through the afternoon air.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling south on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens struck a 59-year-old male pedestrian. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the truck. The pedestrian was not in the roadway or at an intersection at the time of the crash. He sustained injuries to his entire body and complained of whiplash but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and the vehicle showed no reported damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' offering no further detail on driver actions or errors. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808858, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Metal crumpled and glass scattered on 199th Street as two sedans collided. Three people, all conscious, suffered whiplash and pain across their bodies. Sirens echoed through the neighborhood as first responders arrived to treat the injured.

According to the police report, two sedans collided near 67-12 199th Street in Queens. Three people were injured: two drivers, ages 36 and 49, and a 56-year-old front passenger. All sustained whiplash and reported pain to the neck, abdomen, pelvis, and entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor in the crash. Both vehicles were traveling south; one was going straight, the other making a U-turn. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808803, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan’s left front bumper hit a 49-year-old man crossing with the signal at Jewel Avenue and Kissena Boulevard. The impact left him conscious but bruised, pain radiating from his hip and upper leg as traffic rolled by in Queens’ dusk.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Jewel Avenue struck a 49-year-old male pedestrian as he crossed at the intersection with Kissena Boulevard. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, making a left turn, hit him with its left front bumper. The report states the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injury to his hip and upper leg but remained conscious at the scene. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808211, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Metal screamed on Grand Central Parkway as sedans collided near 168 Street. Three men, all conscious, suffered whiplash and pain across their bodies. The crash left car doors and bumpers twisted, the air thick with the scent of burnt rubber and fear.

Three men were injured in a multi-vehicle crash on Grand Central Parkway near 168 Street. According to the police report, two sedans collided while traveling west, with one vehicle merging and striking another. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. All three injured individuals—two drivers, ages 19 and 37, and a 20-year-old passenger—sustained whiplash and full-body injuries but remained conscious. The police report does not mention helmet use or turn signals as factors. The impact damaged several vehicles, including right-side doors and bumpers, underscoring the risks created by excessive speed and improper lane changes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808055, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 62-year-old woman lay on the pavement at 152nd Street and Union Turnpike, clutching her back in pain. The sedan’s front end bore the mark of impact. Sirens echoed as the evening light faded over Queens.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Union Turnpike struck a 62-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with 152nd Street in Queens. The pedestrian suffered back injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The sedan’s center front end was damaged, indicating a direct impact. No driver errors are detailed in the data, and there is no mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The incident underscores the persistent risk faced by pedestrians at intersections in New York City.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806858, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Metal screeched on Van Wyck Expressway before dawn. Three sedans collided, shattering glass and twisting steel. A 26-year-old male driver suffered abrasions and an upper arm injury. Emergency lights flashed as traffic crawled past the wreckage.

According to the police report, three sedans traveling north on Van Wyck Expressway collided at 4:15 a.m. One driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and an upper arm wound. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor in the crash. All vehicles sustained front or rear-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention helmet use or turn signals as factors. The toll of unsafe speed on New York City roads continues to harm those inside vehicles and beyond.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806645, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 24-year-old man crossing 164 Street at 84 Avenue was hit by a northbound sedan. The impact left him bruised and conscious, pain radiating through his entire body. Sirens echoed as emergency lights flickered across the intersection’s dark pavement.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 164 Street struck a 24-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with 84 Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the crash occurred. He suffered contusions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The vehicle’s center front end made contact, consistent with the pedestrian’s position in the crosswalk. No mention of helmet use or signaling issues appears in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806493, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Metal screamed on Grand Central Parkway as a sedan’s left front bumper crumpled. Two adults, both conscious, suffered concussions and injuries across their bodies. Emergency crews responded to the scene. The air hung heavy with the sharp tang of gasoline and fear.

According to the police report, a crash occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving a 2018 Mercedes sedan traveling west. Two occupants—a 35-year-old woman driving and a 29-year-old male passenger—were both injured, sustaining concussions and full-body trauma. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor for both individuals, with the point of impact at the sedan’s left front bumper and damage to the left front quarter panel. No specific driver errors or hazardous actions were identified in the data. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805912, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Metal crumpled on the Long Island Expressway as an SUV took a hard hit to its back end. A 37-year-old woman at the wheel suffered neck pain, conscious but shaken. Sirens echoed over the traffic, the afternoon sun glinting off twisted bumpers.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway involving a station wagon/SUV and a sedan. The SUV was struck in the center back end by the sedan’s front, damaging both vehicles. A 37-year-old woman driving the SUV was injured, sustaining neck pain described as whiplash. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. No mention is made of helmet use or turn signals as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804901, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Metal screeched on Long Island Expressway as a motorcycle and SUV collided near Utopia Parkway. A 19-year-old man, helmeted, suffered a fractured arm. The crash left twisted panels and a sharp smell of fuel in the air.

A collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway at Utopia Parkway involving a motorcycle and an SUV. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when the crash happened. The 19-year-old male motorcyclist, who was wearing a helmet, sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor for both vehicles. No other injuries were reported. The data does not mention any other contributing factors beyond improper lane use.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804860, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Metal groaned as a diesel truck slammed into the back of a sedan on Horace Harding Expressway near 172nd Street. Four people inside the sedan suffered head and back injuries, jolted awake by the sudden force and chaos of the early morning crash.

According to the police report, a tractor truck diesel struck the rear of a sedan traveling east on Horace Harding Expressway near 172nd Street. Four occupants of the sedan—two drivers and two passengers—were injured, suffering head and back trauma. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the drivers and one passenger, highlighting driver error as a central cause. The truck's front end and the sedan's rear bumper absorbed the impact. All injured parties were conscious after the crash. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805373, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 16-year-old boy rode south on his bike near 65-30 Kissena Blvd. The pavement gave way beneath him. His face struck the ground, leaving blood on the street. Semiconscious, he waited for help as the road remained silent.

According to the police report, a 16-year-old bicyclist was injured near 65-30 Kissena Blvd in Queens when defective pavement caused him to crash. The boy, riding south, hit the broken road surface and suffered facial injuries, leaving him semiconscious and bleeding. The report lists 'Pavement Defective' as the primary contributing factor. No other vehicles were involved, and no driver errors are cited beyond the hazardous road condition. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, but this is not listed as a contributing factor in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804635, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A box truck slammed into the back of an SUV on Van Wyck Expressway. Metal crumpled and glass scattered. A 51-year-old front passenger in the SUV suffered back injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious but shaken in the early morning aftermath.

According to the police report, a box truck struck the left rear bumper of a northbound SUV on Van Wyck Expressway. The impact left a 51-year-old male passenger in the SUV injured, with back pain and whiplash. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors. Additionally, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' is noted in relation to the passenger's injuries. The passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804470, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 29-year-old man was thrown from a moped on Van Wyck Expressway. He hit the pavement, conscious but bleeding from the face. Sirens echoed as emergency crews arrived. The crash left the moped damaged and the rider shaken, pain sharp and immediate.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old male moped rider was ejected and injured on the Van Wyck Expressway. The crash left him with facial abrasions, and he was reported conscious at the scene. The moped, identified as a 2024 Yiben, sustained damage to the left side. The rider was the sole occupant and was operating the vehicle without a valid license. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The report notes the rider was wearing a helmet, but helmet use was not cited as a contributing factor. No other injuries were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804402, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Night air split by metal on Grand Central Parkway. Two sedans collided, steel grinding, glass scattering. One driver, a 56-year-old woman, suffered whiplash and pain through her body. Sirens cut through the dark as she remained conscious, shaken but alive.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Grand Central Parkway collided at 10:45 p.m. The impact left the left front bumper of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other damaged. A 56-year-old female driver was injured, reporting whiplash and pain throughout her body. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signal violations, were noted in the data. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in this incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804212, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Late afternoon on 164th Street and 67th Avenue, metal struck metal. A 27-year-old woman, behind the wheel, suffered a back injury. Sirens cut through the shock. The air hung heavy with the scent of rubber and fear. Traffic slowed, then stopped.

According to the police report, a crash occurred at the intersection of 164th Street and 67th Avenue in Queens involving a sedan and a taxi. The collision left a 27-year-old woman, driving the sedan, injured with back pain and in shock. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as the primary contributing factor for both vehicles. The taxi was making a left turn while the sedan was stopped in traffic when the impact occurred. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or turn signals, were cited in the report. The data underscores the danger when inexperienced drivers operate vehicles on busy city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803355, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A crash on Kruger Road in Queens left a 76-year-old man unconscious with chest injuries. Metal and glass scattered as two SUVs collided, one parked, one moving. Sirens cut through the morning air as emergency crews responded to the scene.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Kruger Road in Queens involving two SUVs. One vehicle was parked while the other, driven by a man, was traveling straight ahead when the crash happened. The report states 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver lost control before impact. A 76-year-old male occupant was injured, suffering internal and chest injuries and was found unconscious. No other driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The data does not mention helmet or signal use as factors in this incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803492, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

On 144th Street at 87th Road in Queens, an SUV making a left turn struck a southbound e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, suffered a bruised hip and upper leg. Sirens echoed as he remained conscious, pain etched on his face.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at the intersection of 144th Street and 87th Road in Queens involving a station wagon/SUV and an e-scooter. The SUV was making a left turn while the e-scooter traveled straight south. The e-scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was injured with a contusion to his hip and upper leg. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified' for both parties, offering no further detail on driver actions. No mention is made of helmet use or signaling as contributing factors. The crash highlights the vulnerability of e-scooter riders when intersecting with turning vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803333, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15