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

Pre-dawn on Utopia Parkway, a sedan’s front end crumpled after a left turn. The driver, a 58-year-old man, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Sirens echoed as first responders arrived. Metal and glass littered the intersection, the air heavy with gasoline.

A single-vehicle crash occurred on Utopia Parkway at Union Turnpike in Queens. According to the police report, the driver of a 2024 Audi sedan was making a left turn when the vehicle’s left front bumper struck an object, resulting in center front-end damage. The 58-year-old male driver, the sole occupant, sustained a head injury and reported whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or road users were involved, and no mention was made of helmet or signal use as a factor.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803302, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Twilight on 70 Road. Two sedans collide, metal crunching, glass scattering. A woman riding outside one car is thrown into shock, clutching her chest. Sirens echo in Queens as she is helped away, the street marked by fresh scars.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on 70 Road near 137 Street in Queens. A 41-year-old female passenger, riding on the outside of one vehicle, suffered chest injuries and was in shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor in the crash. The woman was not using any safety equipment. No other injuries were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803234, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Metal crumpled and glass scattered as two pick-up trucks slammed together on Van Wyck Expressway. A 27-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries, conscious but shaken, after the impact. Emergency lights flashed across the highway’s battered lanes.

Two pick-up trucks, both traveling north on Van Wyck Expressway, collided in the late afternoon. According to the police report, the crash involved a 2023 Ford and a 2005 Honda, with the Ford striking the center back end of the Honda. A 27-year-old male passenger in the front seat suffered whiplash and neck injuries. Police listed 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors in the crash, highlighting driver errors that led to the collision. No mention of helmet use or turn signals was included in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803038, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Metal screeched on Grand Central Parkway as one sedan slammed into another’s rear. A 75-year-old man behind the wheel felt his neck snap back. He stayed conscious, clutching at pain, as traffic crawled past the battered cars in Queens.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Grand Central Parkway in Queens collided when one struck the other from behind. The crash left a 75-year-old male driver injured with neck pain, described as whiplash. Police identified 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor in the crash. The report notes that both vehicles sustained damage consistent with a rear-end impact, with one car’s center back end and the other’s center front end taking the brunt. No mention was made of helmet use or turn signals as factors in this incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802985, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 16-year-old moped driver crashed at 61-40 188th Street in Queens. The collision fractured and dislocated his lower leg. Police cited aggressive driving and inexperience. The driver was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted but secondary to driver errors.

According to the police report, a 16-year-old male operating a 2020 Fly Wing moped was injured near 61-40 188th Street in Queens. The report states the driver suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg. Police identified 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The driver was unlicensed at the time. The moped was traveling south and started from parking when the crash occurred. The point of impact and vehicle damage were both at the center front end. Helmet use was noted but only after the driver errors listed by police. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802936, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A box truck and SUV collided on Van Wyck Expressway late at night. Both male drivers suffered injuries and shock. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash. Impact points included the truck’s left front bumper and the SUV’s left rear bumper.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 23:27 on Van Wyck Expressway involving a box truck and a station wagon/SUV, both traveling north. The box truck struck the SUV on the SUV’s left rear bumper with its left front bumper. Both drivers, males aged 35 and 26, were injured and experienced shock, reporting complaints of pain or nausea. The report cites slippery pavement as a contributing factor for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead prior to impact. Vehicle damage was noted on the truck’s right front bumper and the SUV’s left rear bumper. No pedestrian or cyclist involvement was reported. The collision highlights the dangers posed by adverse road conditions and vehicle interactions on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802712, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 19-year-old pedestrian suffered elbow abrasions after a distracted driver failed to yield while making a right turn on the Long Island Expressway. The victim was crossing with the signal at the intersection when struck, highlighting driver inattention and right-of-way violations.

According to the police report, the crash occurred near the intersection of Long Island Expressway and Kissena Boulevard at 11 p.m. A 19-year-old male pedestrian was crossing with the signal when an unspecified vehicle traveling northeast made a right turn and struck him. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle had no occupants other than the driver. The driver’s failure to yield and distraction directly contributed to the collision, underscoring systemic dangers posed by inattentive driving in intersections. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was noted but not cited as a contributing factor.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802589, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 62-year-old woman suffered a fractured shoulder after an SUV hit her at an intersection in Queens. The vehicle, traveling south, struck her with its right front bumper while she was crossing without a signal. The driver was licensed and alone.

According to the police report, a 62-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 77-30 and 164th Street in Queens around 12:03 a.m. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2016 Chevrolet SUV, traveling south and driven by a licensed male driver, struck her with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm injury. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian's crossing without a signal. The crash caused damage to the SUV's right front bumper. The report highlights the driver's failure to avoid the collision at the intersection, emphasizing the systemic danger posed by vehicle movements in pedestrian areas.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802213, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two male drivers collided head-on on Gothic Drive in Queens. Both suffered internal injuries to their arms. The SUV driver was distracted and failed to keep right, causing the crash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:30 PM on Gothic Drive in Queens involving a 2021 Audi SUV traveling west and a 2021 Lexus sedan traveling east. The SUV driver, a 26-year-old male, suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries and was conscious after the crash. The sedan driver, a 23-year-old male, sustained injuries to his elbow and lower arm. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Keep Right' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Both vehicles collided front-to-front, with the SUV's center front end and the sedan's left front bumper damaged. Neither occupant was ejected. The sedan driver's contributing factors were unspecified. The crash highlights driver error, particularly distraction and lane violation, as the cause of this serious collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802212, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 33-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered hip and upper leg injuries after a collision on Grand Central Parkway. The driver was conscious and restrained, but police cite driver inattention as the cause of the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:00 AM on Grand Central Parkway involving a single SUV driven by a 33-year-old licensed female driver. The vehicle was traveling west, going straight ahead, when it was struck at the center back end, causing damage to the center front end. The driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained contusions and injuries to her hip and upper leg but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The incident highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to serious injury even when safety equipment is used.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801917, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway at 9 a.m. Both drivers were female and injured, suffering neck whiplash. The crash involved unsafe lane changing, striking the center back end of one vehicle and the front bumper of the other.

According to the police report, at 9:00 a.m. on Grand Central Parkway, two sedans traveling west collided. The driver of the 2023 Nissan sedan was changing lanes unsafely, striking the center back end of a 2021 Mercedes sedan that was going straight ahead. Both drivers, females aged 29 and 21, sustained neck injuries consistent with whiplash and were conscious at the scene. The driver of the Nissan was cited for unsafe lane changing as a contributing factor. The rear passenger in the Nissan also suffered neck injury. Neither occupant was ejected. Vehicle damage was concentrated at the center back end of the Nissan and the front bumper of the Mercedes. The report highlights driver error in lane changing as the primary cause.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802486, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 41-year-old woman suffered full-body contusions after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver, making a left turn, failed to pay attention. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal. The impact was to the vehicle’s center front end.

According to the police report, a 41-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing at an intersection on Union Turnpike. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2022 Jeep sedan, was making a left turn when the collision occurred at 9:48 AM. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, eliminating victim fault. The impact occurred at the vehicle’s center front end, and the pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to her entire body. Despite the collision, the vehicle showed no damage. This crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to yield to lawful pedestrian crossings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801604, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 15-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a concussion and arm injuries after an SUV rear-ended him while merging on Utopia Parkway in Queens. The SUV driver’s failure to maintain distance caused the violent impact, demolishing the scooter’s roof.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at noon on Utopia Parkway in Queens. A 15-year-old male driving an e-scooter was injured when a 2022 Dodge SUV merged and struck the scooter from behind. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the primary contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain a safe distance. The e-scooter driver was not ejected but sustained a concussion and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The e-scooter’s roof was demolished on impact, and the SUV’s right front bumper and quarter panel were damaged. The e-scooter driver was in shock and suffered serious injuries. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling northbound, merging lanes when the collision occurred.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801649, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 10-year-old boy suffered head injuries and shock after a sedan struck him at a Queens intersection. The driver failed to yield and was distracted, hitting the child who was crossing with the signal. The impact damaged the vehicle’s left front bumper.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 147 Street in Queens was making a left turn around 9 p.m. when it struck a 10-year-old pedestrian crossing at the intersection with Jewel Avenue. The child, who was crossing with the signal, sustained head injuries and was in shock, with minor bleeding reported. The report cites driver errors including inattention and distraction, as well as failure to yield the right-of-way, as contributing factors to the crash. The vehicle’s left front bumper was damaged at the point of impact. The driver was licensed and operating a 2016 Toyota sedan. The victim’s crossing behavior was noted but not listed as a contributing factor.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800661, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided head-on in Queens at 10:53 a.m. The impact injured a 50-year-old female driver, who suffered neck injuries and shock. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor in the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling eastbound collided near 148-21 61 Road in Queens. The driver of a 2014 BMW sedan, a 50-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and was in shock after the crash. The report states the point of impact was the left front bumper of the BMW and the left side doors of the other sedan, which overturned. The driver was not ejected and was unrestrained. Police identified unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The crash occurred at 10:53 a.m., highlighting the dangers of excessive speed even during daylight hours.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800003, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A multi-vehicle collision on 188 Street caused neck injuries to a 72-year-old female driver. The crash involved an SUV and two sedans stopped in traffic. Driver inattention and other vehicular factors led to a rear-end impact, leaving one occupant with whiplash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:50 on 188 Street near the Grand Central Parkway. Three vehicles traveling north were involved: a 2021 Ford SUV, a 2023 Honda sedan, and a 2014 Mercedes sedan. The Mercedes, moving straight ahead, struck the center back end of the Honda, which was stopped in traffic. This collision caused a chain reaction impacting the SUV also stopped ahead. The 72-year-old female driver of the Mercedes sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious at the scene. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing causes. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The crash highlights driver error in maintaining attention and safe distance in stopped traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799789, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Aberdeen Rd in Queens. Both drivers were female, one suffered a head injury and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors. Impact struck right rear and right front quarters, causing significant vehicle damage.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Aberdeen Rd in Queens at 11:05 AM. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead—one southbound, the other westbound—when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel of the Nissan and the right front quarter panel of the Hyundai. The female driver of the Nissan, aged 34, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the right rear bumper of the Nissan and the right front bumper of the Hyundai, underscoring the angle and location of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4798648, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 44-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his vehicle was struck from behind on the Van Wyck Expressway. The crash occurred at 8 p.m. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, a 44-year-old male driver was injured in a rear-end collision on the Van Wyck Expressway at 8 p.m. The driver, who was restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained back injuries and complained of whiplash. The collision involved a 2025 Lincoln sedan traveling north, which impacted the center back end of the driver's vehicle. The report does not list any contributing factors such as failure to yield or driver error, nor does it indicate any victim behaviors contributing to the crash. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious throughout the incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4798912, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 30-year-old male driver was found unconscious after a collision involving two SUVs in Queens. The impact damaged the left front quarter panel of one vehicle. The driver held a permit license. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.

According to the police report, the crash occurred in Queens near 152-11 85 Ave at 8:16 AM. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling east were involved. One vehicle was parked before the crash and sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. The injured party was a 30-year-old male driver who was unconscious at the scene. The driver held a New York permit license. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. There were no reported injuries to other occupants or pedestrians. Vehicle two showed no damage and no driver information was provided. The report does not indicate any victim behaviors or helmet use, focusing solely on the collision impact and driver status.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4798199, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A collision between two sedans traveling south on 150th Street in Queens caused a driver to suffer back injuries and whiplash. The crash, marked by rear-end impact, was linked to driver inattention. Both drivers were licensed men, one injured.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on 86-04 150th Street in Queens around 12:10 PM. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead southbound when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the center back end of the lead vehicle and the center front end of the trailing vehicle. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. One driver, a 47-year-old man wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained back injuries and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to rear-end crashes, with no contributing factors attributed to the injured occupant.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797005, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15