Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB11?
Ten Dead in Queens: Politicians Talk, Pedestrians Die
Queens CB11: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025
The Deaths Keep Coming
Ten people killed. Twenty-two left with serious injuries. That is the cost of traffic violence in Queens CB11 since 2022. The numbers do not flinch. They do not care about hope or habit. They only climb.
Just last month, a 74-year-old man was killed crossing at Northern Boulevard and 217th Street. The driver, behind the wheel of a 2017 SUV, was unlicensed. The man died at the intersection. There is no comfort in the details. There is only the fact of his absence. NYC Open Data
On December 24th, a 56-year-old man was crushed and killed as a pedestrian on the Clearview Expressway. The crash was blamed on a driver following too closely, on a slippery road. The man did not make it home for Christmas. NYC Open Data
Who Pays the Price
Pedestrians and older adults bear the brunt. Of the ten killed, three were over 65. One was under 18. The streets do not forgive. SUVs and sedans do most of the damage—four deaths by cars, none by bikes. The numbers are not just numbers. They are mothers, fathers, children.
What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done
State Senator John Liu has voted yes on bills to curb repeat speeders, requiring speed-limiting devices for those with a pattern of violations. He co-sponsored the bill, and he voted yes in committee. This is a step. But the deaths keep coming. Council Member Linda Lee, Assembly Member Ed Braunstein, and others have supported extending school speed zones. It is not enough.
“We have created a new framework to give this space back to our school children,” said DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodríguez as the city expanded car-free school streets. The city is moving, but not fast enough. The blood dries before the paint does.
What You Can Do
This is not fate. It is policy. Call your council member. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand real enforcement against repeat speeders. Join Families for Safe Streets and Transportation Alternatives. Stand with the families who have lost. Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Queens CB11 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Queens CB11?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB11?
▸ Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
▸ What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-08-01
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819696 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-11
- More Safe School Streets Coming To NYC This Fall, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-08-29
- Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
- Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-01
- Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street, New York Post, Published 2025-08-01
- Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute, ABC7, Published 2025-08-01
- Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway, ABC7, Published 2025-07-31
- Everyone Wants to Fix 14th Street, New York Magazine - Curbed, Published 2025-07-29
- Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-11-18
Other Representatives
District 26
213-33 39th Ave., Suite 238, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 422, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 23
73-03 Bell Boulevard, Oakland Gardens, NY 11364
718-468-0137
250 Broadway, Suite 1868, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
District 16
38-50 Bell Blvd. Suite C, Bayside, NY 11361
Room 915, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Queens CB11 Queens Community Board 11 sits in Queens, Precinct 111, District 23, AD 26, SD 16.
It contains Auburndale, Bayside, Douglaston-Little Neck, Oakland Gardens-Hollis Hills, Alley Pond Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 11
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at Queens Crosswalk▸A 72-year-old man suffered head injuries after an SUV hit him while crossing a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian was conscious but bruised. The vehicle showed no damage. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:09 on 192 Street near Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 72-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a southbound SUV. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, a 2022 Mercedes SUV, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified and does not identify any driver errors or violations such as failure to yield. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact, but the pedestrian still suffered significant injury. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
Rear-End SUV Crash Injures Queens Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on 35 Ave in Queens, injuring a 36-year-old female passenger. The crash involved a failure to maintain safe distance. The injured occupant suffered chest pain and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness during impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:07 on 35 Ave in Queens involving two SUVs traveling northbound. The contributing factor cited was 'Following Too Closely,' indicating a failure by one driver to maintain a safe distance. The point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle striking the center back end of the other. A 36-year-old female passenger seated in the middle rear seat was injured, suffering chest injuries and shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report notes her complaint of pain or nausea. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision's cause centers on driver error related to following distance, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Two sedans traveling westbound collided on the Long Island Expressway. The front of one struck the rear of the other. A 65-year-old female driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway at 18:03. Both vehicles were traveling westbound, with one sedan striking the center front end of the other’s center back end. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 65-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both drivers held valid licenses from New York and New Jersey respectively. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or improper maneuvers. The collision involved two vehicles traveling straight ahead, indicating a rear-end impact scenario. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Bus Strikes 5-Year-Old Bicyclist in Queens▸A bus traveling east on 200 Street collided with a southbound bike carrying two riders. The impact injured a 5-year-old boy, bruising his face. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. The child was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, a bus driven by a licensed male operator traveling east on 200 Street struck a bicycle moving south carrying two occupants. The point of impact was the bus's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The collision injured a 5-year-old male bicyclist, who suffered a contusion to the face and was conscious at the scene. The child was a passenger on the bike and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. The bus driver was going straight ahead prior to impact. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in a busy Queens neighborhood.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 61-year-old woman suffered upper leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit her at the intersection on Marathon Parkway in Queens.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Marathon Parkway and Van Zandt Avenue in Queens at 7:58 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda sedan, traveling southeast and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
Infiniti Speeding on Parkway Crushes Teen Passenger▸A 2006 Infiniti raced north on Cross Island Parkway. Metal screamed, hips shattered. A 17-year-old boy, belted in front, was crushed by the impact. The car lay demolished in the dark, the night echoing with pain and ruin.
According to the police report, a 2006 Infiniti sedan was traveling north on Cross Island Parkway at 2:40 a.m. when it crashed at high speed. The report states the vehicle was moving with 'Unsafe Speed,' which is cited as a contributing factor. The right front bumper took the brunt of the impact, leaving the car 'demolished.' A 17-year-old front passenger suffered severe crush injuries to his hips and upper legs. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. The report also notes 'Tire Failure/Inadequate' as a secondary contributing factor. The narrative describes the violence of the crash: 'The right front hit hard. Metal folded. A 17-year-old boy, belted in front, screamed through crushed hips.' No actions by the passenger are listed as contributing to the crash. The focus remains on the excessive speed and mechanical failure that led to devastating harm.
Sedan Driver Injured in Speed-Related Crash▸A 20-year-old male driver suffered back injuries when his sedan collided head-on at unsafe speed. The crash on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. involved no ejection but deployed airbags. Driver inexperience and speeding caused the impact.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male driver operating a 2015 Kia sedan on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. was injured in a crash caused by unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The vehicle was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it sustained center front end damage from the collision. The driver was not ejected and was conscious with back injuries classified as severity level 3. Safety equipment including airbags and lap belt/harness deployed during the crash. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver held a New York permit license at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved according to the data.
2Unsafe Lane Change Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. Both women at the wheel. Both hurt. Whiplash. Neck and back pain. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Blvd in Queens at 17:16. Both drivers, women licensed in New York, suffered injuries—one to the neck, one to the back. Both were restrained and conscious after impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Damage struck the right front bumper of one car and the center front of the other. The crash highlights driver errors in lane management as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers endured whiplash and pain, but neither was ejected.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
-
Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Union Turnpike▸A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan on Union Turnpike while crossing outside an intersection. The impact injured his lower leg and foot, leaving him conscious with bruises. The driver’s vehicle hit the pedestrian with its left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Union Turnpike struck a 12-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the street outside of an intersection. The vehicle's left front bumper was the point of impact, causing injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The boy remained conscious but suffered contusions and bruises. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian's crossing action was noted as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk,' but no contributing factors were specified. The collision occurred at 5:40 PM, and the pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicles traveling straight ahead striking pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway in the afternoon. The crash involved unsafe lane changing. A 42-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained damage to their side and front panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision resulted from unsafe lane changing by one of the drivers, as cited in the contributing factors. The Tesla sedan was struck on its right rear quarter panel, while the Jeep sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper. A 42-year-old male driver was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report highlights driver error—specifically unsafe lane changing—as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Booth Memorial Ave▸A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Cross Island Parkway▸Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
A 72-year-old man suffered head injuries after an SUV hit him while crossing a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian was conscious but bruised. The vehicle showed no damage. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:09 on 192 Street near Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 72-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a southbound SUV. The pedestrian sustained a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The SUV, a 2022 Mercedes SUV, had no visible damage and was traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. The report lists the pedestrian's contributing factors as unspecified and does not identify any driver errors or violations such as failure to yield. The absence of vehicle damage suggests a low-speed impact, but the pedestrian still suffered significant injury. No helmet or crossing signal use was noted as contributing factors.
Rear-End SUV Crash Injures Queens Passenger▸Two SUVs collided on 35 Ave in Queens, injuring a 36-year-old female passenger. The crash involved a failure to maintain safe distance. The injured occupant suffered chest pain and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness during impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:07 on 35 Ave in Queens involving two SUVs traveling northbound. The contributing factor cited was 'Following Too Closely,' indicating a failure by one driver to maintain a safe distance. The point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle striking the center back end of the other. A 36-year-old female passenger seated in the middle rear seat was injured, suffering chest injuries and shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report notes her complaint of pain or nausea. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision's cause centers on driver error related to following distance, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Two sedans traveling westbound collided on the Long Island Expressway. The front of one struck the rear of the other. A 65-year-old female driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway at 18:03. Both vehicles were traveling westbound, with one sedan striking the center front end of the other’s center back end. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 65-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both drivers held valid licenses from New York and New Jersey respectively. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or improper maneuvers. The collision involved two vehicles traveling straight ahead, indicating a rear-end impact scenario. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Bus Strikes 5-Year-Old Bicyclist in Queens▸A bus traveling east on 200 Street collided with a southbound bike carrying two riders. The impact injured a 5-year-old boy, bruising his face. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. The child was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, a bus driven by a licensed male operator traveling east on 200 Street struck a bicycle moving south carrying two occupants. The point of impact was the bus's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The collision injured a 5-year-old male bicyclist, who suffered a contusion to the face and was conscious at the scene. The child was a passenger on the bike and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. The bus driver was going straight ahead prior to impact. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in a busy Queens neighborhood.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 61-year-old woman suffered upper leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit her at the intersection on Marathon Parkway in Queens.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Marathon Parkway and Van Zandt Avenue in Queens at 7:58 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda sedan, traveling southeast and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
Infiniti Speeding on Parkway Crushes Teen Passenger▸A 2006 Infiniti raced north on Cross Island Parkway. Metal screamed, hips shattered. A 17-year-old boy, belted in front, was crushed by the impact. The car lay demolished in the dark, the night echoing with pain and ruin.
According to the police report, a 2006 Infiniti sedan was traveling north on Cross Island Parkway at 2:40 a.m. when it crashed at high speed. The report states the vehicle was moving with 'Unsafe Speed,' which is cited as a contributing factor. The right front bumper took the brunt of the impact, leaving the car 'demolished.' A 17-year-old front passenger suffered severe crush injuries to his hips and upper legs. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. The report also notes 'Tire Failure/Inadequate' as a secondary contributing factor. The narrative describes the violence of the crash: 'The right front hit hard. Metal folded. A 17-year-old boy, belted in front, screamed through crushed hips.' No actions by the passenger are listed as contributing to the crash. The focus remains on the excessive speed and mechanical failure that led to devastating harm.
Sedan Driver Injured in Speed-Related Crash▸A 20-year-old male driver suffered back injuries when his sedan collided head-on at unsafe speed. The crash on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. involved no ejection but deployed airbags. Driver inexperience and speeding caused the impact.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male driver operating a 2015 Kia sedan on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. was injured in a crash caused by unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The vehicle was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it sustained center front end damage from the collision. The driver was not ejected and was conscious with back injuries classified as severity level 3. Safety equipment including airbags and lap belt/harness deployed during the crash. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver held a New York permit license at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved according to the data.
2Unsafe Lane Change Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. Both women at the wheel. Both hurt. Whiplash. Neck and back pain. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Blvd in Queens at 17:16. Both drivers, women licensed in New York, suffered injuries—one to the neck, one to the back. Both were restrained and conscious after impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Damage struck the right front bumper of one car and the center front of the other. The crash highlights driver errors in lane management as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers endured whiplash and pain, but neither was ejected.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
-
Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Union Turnpike▸A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan on Union Turnpike while crossing outside an intersection. The impact injured his lower leg and foot, leaving him conscious with bruises. The driver’s vehicle hit the pedestrian with its left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Union Turnpike struck a 12-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the street outside of an intersection. The vehicle's left front bumper was the point of impact, causing injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The boy remained conscious but suffered contusions and bruises. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian's crossing action was noted as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk,' but no contributing factors were specified. The collision occurred at 5:40 PM, and the pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicles traveling straight ahead striking pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway in the afternoon. The crash involved unsafe lane changing. A 42-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained damage to their side and front panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision resulted from unsafe lane changing by one of the drivers, as cited in the contributing factors. The Tesla sedan was struck on its right rear quarter panel, while the Jeep sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper. A 42-year-old male driver was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report highlights driver error—specifically unsafe lane changing—as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Booth Memorial Ave▸A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Cross Island Parkway▸Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
Two SUVs collided on 35 Ave in Queens, injuring a 36-year-old female passenger. The crash involved a failure to maintain safe distance. The injured occupant suffered chest pain and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness during impact.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:07 on 35 Ave in Queens involving two SUVs traveling northbound. The contributing factor cited was 'Following Too Closely,' indicating a failure by one driver to maintain a safe distance. The point of impact was the center front end of one vehicle striking the center back end of the other. A 36-year-old female passenger seated in the middle rear seat was injured, suffering chest injuries and shock. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report notes her complaint of pain or nausea. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision's cause centers on driver error related to following distance, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
Two Sedans Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Two sedans traveling westbound collided on the Long Island Expressway. The front of one struck the rear of the other. A 65-year-old female driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway at 18:03. Both vehicles were traveling westbound, with one sedan striking the center front end of the other’s center back end. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 65-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both drivers held valid licenses from New York and New Jersey respectively. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or improper maneuvers. The collision involved two vehicles traveling straight ahead, indicating a rear-end impact scenario. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Bus Strikes 5-Year-Old Bicyclist in Queens▸A bus traveling east on 200 Street collided with a southbound bike carrying two riders. The impact injured a 5-year-old boy, bruising his face. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. The child was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, a bus driven by a licensed male operator traveling east on 200 Street struck a bicycle moving south carrying two occupants. The point of impact was the bus's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The collision injured a 5-year-old male bicyclist, who suffered a contusion to the face and was conscious at the scene. The child was a passenger on the bike and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. The bus driver was going straight ahead prior to impact. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in a busy Queens neighborhood.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 61-year-old woman suffered upper leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit her at the intersection on Marathon Parkway in Queens.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Marathon Parkway and Van Zandt Avenue in Queens at 7:58 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda sedan, traveling southeast and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
Infiniti Speeding on Parkway Crushes Teen Passenger▸A 2006 Infiniti raced north on Cross Island Parkway. Metal screamed, hips shattered. A 17-year-old boy, belted in front, was crushed by the impact. The car lay demolished in the dark, the night echoing with pain and ruin.
According to the police report, a 2006 Infiniti sedan was traveling north on Cross Island Parkway at 2:40 a.m. when it crashed at high speed. The report states the vehicle was moving with 'Unsafe Speed,' which is cited as a contributing factor. The right front bumper took the brunt of the impact, leaving the car 'demolished.' A 17-year-old front passenger suffered severe crush injuries to his hips and upper legs. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. The report also notes 'Tire Failure/Inadequate' as a secondary contributing factor. The narrative describes the violence of the crash: 'The right front hit hard. Metal folded. A 17-year-old boy, belted in front, screamed through crushed hips.' No actions by the passenger are listed as contributing to the crash. The focus remains on the excessive speed and mechanical failure that led to devastating harm.
Sedan Driver Injured in Speed-Related Crash▸A 20-year-old male driver suffered back injuries when his sedan collided head-on at unsafe speed. The crash on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. involved no ejection but deployed airbags. Driver inexperience and speeding caused the impact.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male driver operating a 2015 Kia sedan on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. was injured in a crash caused by unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The vehicle was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it sustained center front end damage from the collision. The driver was not ejected and was conscious with back injuries classified as severity level 3. Safety equipment including airbags and lap belt/harness deployed during the crash. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver held a New York permit license at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved according to the data.
2Unsafe Lane Change Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. Both women at the wheel. Both hurt. Whiplash. Neck and back pain. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Blvd in Queens at 17:16. Both drivers, women licensed in New York, suffered injuries—one to the neck, one to the back. Both were restrained and conscious after impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Damage struck the right front bumper of one car and the center front of the other. The crash highlights driver errors in lane management as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers endured whiplash and pain, but neither was ejected.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
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Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Union Turnpike▸A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan on Union Turnpike while crossing outside an intersection. The impact injured his lower leg and foot, leaving him conscious with bruises. The driver’s vehicle hit the pedestrian with its left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Union Turnpike struck a 12-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the street outside of an intersection. The vehicle's left front bumper was the point of impact, causing injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The boy remained conscious but suffered contusions and bruises. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian's crossing action was noted as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk,' but no contributing factors were specified. The collision occurred at 5:40 PM, and the pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicles traveling straight ahead striking pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway in the afternoon. The crash involved unsafe lane changing. A 42-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained damage to their side and front panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision resulted from unsafe lane changing by one of the drivers, as cited in the contributing factors. The Tesla sedan was struck on its right rear quarter panel, while the Jeep sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper. A 42-year-old male driver was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report highlights driver error—specifically unsafe lane changing—as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Booth Memorial Ave▸A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Cross Island Parkway▸Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
Two sedans traveling westbound collided on the Long Island Expressway. The front of one struck the rear of the other. A 65-year-old female driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at impact.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway at 18:03. Both vehicles were traveling westbound, with one sedan striking the center front end of the other’s center back end. The driver of the striking vehicle, a 65-year-old female occupant, sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. Both drivers held valid licenses from New York and New Jersey respectively. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or improper maneuvers. The collision involved two vehicles traveling straight ahead, indicating a rear-end impact scenario. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
Bus Strikes 5-Year-Old Bicyclist in Queens▸A bus traveling east on 200 Street collided with a southbound bike carrying two riders. The impact injured a 5-year-old boy, bruising his face. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. The child was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, a bus driven by a licensed male operator traveling east on 200 Street struck a bicycle moving south carrying two occupants. The point of impact was the bus's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The collision injured a 5-year-old male bicyclist, who suffered a contusion to the face and was conscious at the scene. The child was a passenger on the bike and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. The bus driver was going straight ahead prior to impact. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in a busy Queens neighborhood.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 61-year-old woman suffered upper leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit her at the intersection on Marathon Parkway in Queens.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Marathon Parkway and Van Zandt Avenue in Queens at 7:58 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda sedan, traveling southeast and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
Infiniti Speeding on Parkway Crushes Teen Passenger▸A 2006 Infiniti raced north on Cross Island Parkway. Metal screamed, hips shattered. A 17-year-old boy, belted in front, was crushed by the impact. The car lay demolished in the dark, the night echoing with pain and ruin.
According to the police report, a 2006 Infiniti sedan was traveling north on Cross Island Parkway at 2:40 a.m. when it crashed at high speed. The report states the vehicle was moving with 'Unsafe Speed,' which is cited as a contributing factor. The right front bumper took the brunt of the impact, leaving the car 'demolished.' A 17-year-old front passenger suffered severe crush injuries to his hips and upper legs. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. The report also notes 'Tire Failure/Inadequate' as a secondary contributing factor. The narrative describes the violence of the crash: 'The right front hit hard. Metal folded. A 17-year-old boy, belted in front, screamed through crushed hips.' No actions by the passenger are listed as contributing to the crash. The focus remains on the excessive speed and mechanical failure that led to devastating harm.
Sedan Driver Injured in Speed-Related Crash▸A 20-year-old male driver suffered back injuries when his sedan collided head-on at unsafe speed. The crash on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. involved no ejection but deployed airbags. Driver inexperience and speeding caused the impact.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male driver operating a 2015 Kia sedan on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. was injured in a crash caused by unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The vehicle was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it sustained center front end damage from the collision. The driver was not ejected and was conscious with back injuries classified as severity level 3. Safety equipment including airbags and lap belt/harness deployed during the crash. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver held a New York permit license at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved according to the data.
2Unsafe Lane Change Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. Both women at the wheel. Both hurt. Whiplash. Neck and back pain. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Blvd in Queens at 17:16. Both drivers, women licensed in New York, suffered injuries—one to the neck, one to the back. Both were restrained and conscious after impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Damage struck the right front bumper of one car and the center front of the other. The crash highlights driver errors in lane management as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers endured whiplash and pain, but neither was ejected.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
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Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Union Turnpike▸A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan on Union Turnpike while crossing outside an intersection. The impact injured his lower leg and foot, leaving him conscious with bruises. The driver’s vehicle hit the pedestrian with its left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Union Turnpike struck a 12-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the street outside of an intersection. The vehicle's left front bumper was the point of impact, causing injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The boy remained conscious but suffered contusions and bruises. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian's crossing action was noted as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk,' but no contributing factors were specified. The collision occurred at 5:40 PM, and the pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicles traveling straight ahead striking pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway in the afternoon. The crash involved unsafe lane changing. A 42-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained damage to their side and front panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision resulted from unsafe lane changing by one of the drivers, as cited in the contributing factors. The Tesla sedan was struck on its right rear quarter panel, while the Jeep sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper. A 42-year-old male driver was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report highlights driver error—specifically unsafe lane changing—as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Booth Memorial Ave▸A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Cross Island Parkway▸Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
A bus traveling east on 200 Street collided with a southbound bike carrying two riders. The impact injured a 5-year-old boy, bruising his face. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. The child was conscious and not ejected from the bike.
According to the police report, a bus driven by a licensed male operator traveling east on 200 Street struck a bicycle moving south carrying two occupants. The point of impact was the bus's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. The collision injured a 5-year-old male bicyclist, who suffered a contusion to the face and was conscious at the scene. The child was a passenger on the bike and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. The bus driver was going straight ahead prior to impact. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction in a busy Queens neighborhood.
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸A 61-year-old woman suffered upper leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit her at the intersection on Marathon Parkway in Queens.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Marathon Parkway and Van Zandt Avenue in Queens at 7:58 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda sedan, traveling southeast and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
Infiniti Speeding on Parkway Crushes Teen Passenger▸A 2006 Infiniti raced north on Cross Island Parkway. Metal screamed, hips shattered. A 17-year-old boy, belted in front, was crushed by the impact. The car lay demolished in the dark, the night echoing with pain and ruin.
According to the police report, a 2006 Infiniti sedan was traveling north on Cross Island Parkway at 2:40 a.m. when it crashed at high speed. The report states the vehicle was moving with 'Unsafe Speed,' which is cited as a contributing factor. The right front bumper took the brunt of the impact, leaving the car 'demolished.' A 17-year-old front passenger suffered severe crush injuries to his hips and upper legs. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. The report also notes 'Tire Failure/Inadequate' as a secondary contributing factor. The narrative describes the violence of the crash: 'The right front hit hard. Metal folded. A 17-year-old boy, belted in front, screamed through crushed hips.' No actions by the passenger are listed as contributing to the crash. The focus remains on the excessive speed and mechanical failure that led to devastating harm.
Sedan Driver Injured in Speed-Related Crash▸A 20-year-old male driver suffered back injuries when his sedan collided head-on at unsafe speed. The crash on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. involved no ejection but deployed airbags. Driver inexperience and speeding caused the impact.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male driver operating a 2015 Kia sedan on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. was injured in a crash caused by unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The vehicle was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it sustained center front end damage from the collision. The driver was not ejected and was conscious with back injuries classified as severity level 3. Safety equipment including airbags and lap belt/harness deployed during the crash. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver held a New York permit license at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved according to the data.
2Unsafe Lane Change Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. Both women at the wheel. Both hurt. Whiplash. Neck and back pain. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Blvd in Queens at 17:16. Both drivers, women licensed in New York, suffered injuries—one to the neck, one to the back. Both were restrained and conscious after impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Damage struck the right front bumper of one car and the center front of the other. The crash highlights driver errors in lane management as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers endured whiplash and pain, but neither was ejected.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
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Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Union Turnpike▸A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan on Union Turnpike while crossing outside an intersection. The impact injured his lower leg and foot, leaving him conscious with bruises. The driver’s vehicle hit the pedestrian with its left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Union Turnpike struck a 12-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the street outside of an intersection. The vehicle's left front bumper was the point of impact, causing injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The boy remained conscious but suffered contusions and bruises. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian's crossing action was noted as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk,' but no contributing factors were specified. The collision occurred at 5:40 PM, and the pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicles traveling straight ahead striking pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway in the afternoon. The crash involved unsafe lane changing. A 42-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained damage to their side and front panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision resulted from unsafe lane changing by one of the drivers, as cited in the contributing factors. The Tesla sedan was struck on its right rear quarter panel, while the Jeep sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper. A 42-year-old male driver was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report highlights driver error—specifically unsafe lane changing—as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Booth Memorial Ave▸A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Cross Island Parkway▸Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
A 61-year-old woman suffered upper leg injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the vehicle hit her at the intersection on Marathon Parkway in Queens.
According to the police report, a 61-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Marathon Parkway and Van Zandt Avenue in Queens at 7:58 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2016 Honda sedan, traveling southeast and making a left turn, struck her with its center front end. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor for the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The vehicle showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but the failure to yield caused the collision and injury.
Infiniti Speeding on Parkway Crushes Teen Passenger▸A 2006 Infiniti raced north on Cross Island Parkway. Metal screamed, hips shattered. A 17-year-old boy, belted in front, was crushed by the impact. The car lay demolished in the dark, the night echoing with pain and ruin.
According to the police report, a 2006 Infiniti sedan was traveling north on Cross Island Parkway at 2:40 a.m. when it crashed at high speed. The report states the vehicle was moving with 'Unsafe Speed,' which is cited as a contributing factor. The right front bumper took the brunt of the impact, leaving the car 'demolished.' A 17-year-old front passenger suffered severe crush injuries to his hips and upper legs. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. The report also notes 'Tire Failure/Inadequate' as a secondary contributing factor. The narrative describes the violence of the crash: 'The right front hit hard. Metal folded. A 17-year-old boy, belted in front, screamed through crushed hips.' No actions by the passenger are listed as contributing to the crash. The focus remains on the excessive speed and mechanical failure that led to devastating harm.
Sedan Driver Injured in Speed-Related Crash▸A 20-year-old male driver suffered back injuries when his sedan collided head-on at unsafe speed. The crash on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. involved no ejection but deployed airbags. Driver inexperience and speeding caused the impact.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male driver operating a 2015 Kia sedan on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. was injured in a crash caused by unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The vehicle was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it sustained center front end damage from the collision. The driver was not ejected and was conscious with back injuries classified as severity level 3. Safety equipment including airbags and lap belt/harness deployed during the crash. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver held a New York permit license at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved according to the data.
2Unsafe Lane Change Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. Both women at the wheel. Both hurt. Whiplash. Neck and back pain. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Blvd in Queens at 17:16. Both drivers, women licensed in New York, suffered injuries—one to the neck, one to the back. Both were restrained and conscious after impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Damage struck the right front bumper of one car and the center front of the other. The crash highlights driver errors in lane management as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers endured whiplash and pain, but neither was ejected.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
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Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Union Turnpike▸A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan on Union Turnpike while crossing outside an intersection. The impact injured his lower leg and foot, leaving him conscious with bruises. The driver’s vehicle hit the pedestrian with its left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Union Turnpike struck a 12-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the street outside of an intersection. The vehicle's left front bumper was the point of impact, causing injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The boy remained conscious but suffered contusions and bruises. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian's crossing action was noted as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk,' but no contributing factors were specified. The collision occurred at 5:40 PM, and the pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicles traveling straight ahead striking pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway in the afternoon. The crash involved unsafe lane changing. A 42-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained damage to their side and front panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision resulted from unsafe lane changing by one of the drivers, as cited in the contributing factors. The Tesla sedan was struck on its right rear quarter panel, while the Jeep sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper. A 42-year-old male driver was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report highlights driver error—specifically unsafe lane changing—as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Booth Memorial Ave▸A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Cross Island Parkway▸Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
A 2006 Infiniti raced north on Cross Island Parkway. Metal screamed, hips shattered. A 17-year-old boy, belted in front, was crushed by the impact. The car lay demolished in the dark, the night echoing with pain and ruin.
According to the police report, a 2006 Infiniti sedan was traveling north on Cross Island Parkway at 2:40 a.m. when it crashed at high speed. The report states the vehicle was moving with 'Unsafe Speed,' which is cited as a contributing factor. The right front bumper took the brunt of the impact, leaving the car 'demolished.' A 17-year-old front passenger suffered severe crush injuries to his hips and upper legs. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and remained conscious after the collision. The report also notes 'Tire Failure/Inadequate' as a secondary contributing factor. The narrative describes the violence of the crash: 'The right front hit hard. Metal folded. A 17-year-old boy, belted in front, screamed through crushed hips.' No actions by the passenger are listed as contributing to the crash. The focus remains on the excessive speed and mechanical failure that led to devastating harm.
Sedan Driver Injured in Speed-Related Crash▸A 20-year-old male driver suffered back injuries when his sedan collided head-on at unsafe speed. The crash on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. involved no ejection but deployed airbags. Driver inexperience and speeding caused the impact.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male driver operating a 2015 Kia sedan on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. was injured in a crash caused by unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The vehicle was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it sustained center front end damage from the collision. The driver was not ejected and was conscious with back injuries classified as severity level 3. Safety equipment including airbags and lap belt/harness deployed during the crash. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver held a New York permit license at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved according to the data.
2Unsafe Lane Change Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. Both women at the wheel. Both hurt. Whiplash. Neck and back pain. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Blvd in Queens at 17:16. Both drivers, women licensed in New York, suffered injuries—one to the neck, one to the back. Both were restrained and conscious after impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Damage struck the right front bumper of one car and the center front of the other. The crash highlights driver errors in lane management as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers endured whiplash and pain, but neither was ejected.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
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Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Union Turnpike▸A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan on Union Turnpike while crossing outside an intersection. The impact injured his lower leg and foot, leaving him conscious with bruises. The driver’s vehicle hit the pedestrian with its left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Union Turnpike struck a 12-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the street outside of an intersection. The vehicle's left front bumper was the point of impact, causing injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The boy remained conscious but suffered contusions and bruises. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian's crossing action was noted as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk,' but no contributing factors were specified. The collision occurred at 5:40 PM, and the pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicles traveling straight ahead striking pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway in the afternoon. The crash involved unsafe lane changing. A 42-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained damage to their side and front panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision resulted from unsafe lane changing by one of the drivers, as cited in the contributing factors. The Tesla sedan was struck on its right rear quarter panel, while the Jeep sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper. A 42-year-old male driver was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report highlights driver error—specifically unsafe lane changing—as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Booth Memorial Ave▸A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Cross Island Parkway▸Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
A 20-year-old male driver suffered back injuries when his sedan collided head-on at unsafe speed. The crash on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. involved no ejection but deployed airbags. Driver inexperience and speeding caused the impact.
According to the police report, a 20-year-old male driver operating a 2015 Kia sedan on Cross Island Parkway at 3:55 a.m. was injured in a crash caused by unsafe speed and driver inexperience. The vehicle was traveling north, going straight ahead, when it sustained center front end damage from the collision. The driver was not ejected and was conscious with back injuries classified as severity level 3. Safety equipment including airbags and lap belt/harness deployed during the crash. The report explicitly cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors to the collision. The driver held a New York permit license at the time. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved according to the data.
2Unsafe Lane Change Injures Two Drivers in Queens▸Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. Both women at the wheel. Both hurt. Whiplash. Neck and back pain. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Blvd in Queens at 17:16. Both drivers, women licensed in New York, suffered injuries—one to the neck, one to the back. Both were restrained and conscious after impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Damage struck the right front bumper of one car and the center front of the other. The crash highlights driver errors in lane management as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers endured whiplash and pain, but neither was ejected.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
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Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Union Turnpike▸A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan on Union Turnpike while crossing outside an intersection. The impact injured his lower leg and foot, leaving him conscious with bruises. The driver’s vehicle hit the pedestrian with its left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Union Turnpike struck a 12-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the street outside of an intersection. The vehicle's left front bumper was the point of impact, causing injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The boy remained conscious but suffered contusions and bruises. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian's crossing action was noted as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk,' but no contributing factors were specified. The collision occurred at 5:40 PM, and the pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicles traveling straight ahead striking pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway in the afternoon. The crash involved unsafe lane changing. A 42-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained damage to their side and front panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision resulted from unsafe lane changing by one of the drivers, as cited in the contributing factors. The Tesla sedan was struck on its right rear quarter panel, while the Jeep sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper. A 42-year-old male driver was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report highlights driver error—specifically unsafe lane changing—as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Booth Memorial Ave▸A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Cross Island Parkway▸Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
Two sedans crashed on Northern Blvd. Both women at the wheel. Both hurt. Whiplash. Neck and back pain. Police cite unsafe lane change. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Northern Blvd in Queens at 17:16. Both drivers, women licensed in New York, suffered injuries—one to the neck, one to the back. Both were restrained and conscious after impact. The report lists 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as a contributing factor. Damage struck the right front bumper of one car and the center front of the other. The crash highlights driver errors in lane management as the cause. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers endured whiplash and pain, but neither was ejected.
John Liu Supports Safety Boosting Car Free Streets▸City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
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Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2024-11-18
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Union Turnpike▸A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan on Union Turnpike while crossing outside an intersection. The impact injured his lower leg and foot, leaving him conscious with bruises. The driver’s vehicle hit the pedestrian with its left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Union Turnpike struck a 12-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the street outside of an intersection. The vehicle's left front bumper was the point of impact, causing injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The boy remained conscious but suffered contusions and bruises. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian's crossing action was noted as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk,' but no contributing factors were specified. The collision occurred at 5:40 PM, and the pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicles traveling straight ahead striking pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway in the afternoon. The crash involved unsafe lane changing. A 42-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained damage to their side and front panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision resulted from unsafe lane changing by one of the drivers, as cited in the contributing factors. The Tesla sedan was struck on its right rear quarter panel, while the Jeep sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper. A 42-year-old male driver was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report highlights driver error—specifically unsafe lane changing—as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Booth Memorial Ave▸A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Cross Island Parkway▸Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
City data shows open streets thrive. Storefronts fill up. Pedestrians and cyclists bring life and cash. Cars do not. Vacancy rates drop where traffic is banned. Volunteers keep these corridors alive, but city support lags behind their success.
On November 18, 2024, the Department of City Planning released a report titled 'Storefront Activity in NYC Neighborhoods.' The analysis, covered by Streetsblog NYC, finds that open streets—car-free corridors—have about half the vacant storefronts of car-filled streets. The report states: 'vibrant public spaces are key to the success of local businesses.' City officials like Ya-Ting Liu, chief public realm officer, and volunteers such as Alex Morano and Brent Bovenzi, praised the program's impact. Bovenzi noted, 'the program is shrinking because too much of the burden falls upon volunteer labor.' The Open Streets program, now permanent, covers over 130 locations but relies heavily on volunteers. Advocates urge the city to invest more, as the data shows people-centric design drives economic recovery and safer, more vibrant neighborhoods.
- Car-Free Streets are Good For Business, Yet Another Report Shows, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2024-11-18
Sedan Strikes 12-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing Union Turnpike▸A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan on Union Turnpike while crossing outside an intersection. The impact injured his lower leg and foot, leaving him conscious with bruises. The driver’s vehicle hit the pedestrian with its left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Union Turnpike struck a 12-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the street outside of an intersection. The vehicle's left front bumper was the point of impact, causing injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The boy remained conscious but suffered contusions and bruises. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian's crossing action was noted as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk,' but no contributing factors were specified. The collision occurred at 5:40 PM, and the pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicles traveling straight ahead striking pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway in the afternoon. The crash involved unsafe lane changing. A 42-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained damage to their side and front panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision resulted from unsafe lane changing by one of the drivers, as cited in the contributing factors. The Tesla sedan was struck on its right rear quarter panel, while the Jeep sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper. A 42-year-old male driver was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report highlights driver error—specifically unsafe lane changing—as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Booth Memorial Ave▸A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Cross Island Parkway▸Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan on Union Turnpike while crossing outside an intersection. The impact injured his lower leg and foot, leaving him conscious with bruises. The driver’s vehicle hit the pedestrian with its left front bumper.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Union Turnpike struck a 12-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the street outside of an intersection. The vehicle's left front bumper was the point of impact, causing injuries to the pedestrian's knee, lower leg, and foot. The boy remained conscious but suffered contusions and bruises. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian's crossing action was noted as 'Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk,' but no contributing factors were specified. The collision occurred at 5:40 PM, and the pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. The data highlights the danger posed by vehicles traveling straight ahead striking pedestrians outside designated crossing areas.
Two Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway▸Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway in the afternoon. The crash involved unsafe lane changing. A 42-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained damage to their side and front panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision resulted from unsafe lane changing by one of the drivers, as cited in the contributing factors. The Tesla sedan was struck on its right rear quarter panel, while the Jeep sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper. A 42-year-old male driver was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report highlights driver error—specifically unsafe lane changing—as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Booth Memorial Ave▸A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Cross Island Parkway▸Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway in the afternoon. The crash involved unsafe lane changing. A 42-year-old male driver suffered a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. Both vehicles sustained damage to their side and front panels.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:12 on Grand Central Parkway involving two sedans traveling westbound. The collision resulted from unsafe lane changing by one of the drivers, as cited in the contributing factors. The Tesla sedan was struck on its right rear quarter panel, while the Jeep sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper. A 42-year-old male driver was injured with a contusion to his elbow and lower arm. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report highlights driver error—specifically unsafe lane changing—as the cause of the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.
Sedan Rear-Ends E-Scooter on Booth Memorial Ave▸A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Cross Island Parkway▸Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
A 17-year-old e-scooter rider suffered a head contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Booth Memorial Ave in Queens. The scooter driver was partially ejected but remained conscious. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:46 AM on Booth Memorial Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A sedan traveling westbound rear-ended a westbound e-scooter, driven by a 17-year-old male who was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion. The e-scooter driver was conscious and not wearing any safety equipment. The point of impact was the sedan’s right front bumper hitting the e-scooter’s left front bumper. The police report identifies "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the scooter. There are no contributing factors attributed to the e-scooter rider. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right front bumper, while the scooter showed no damage.
Taxi Strikes Tanker Turning Left in Queens▸A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Cross Island Parkway▸Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
A taxi collided with a tanker making a left turn on 59 Ave in Queens. The taxi’s front passenger, a 79-year-old man, suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:40 on 59 Ave near Utopia Pkwy in Queens. A tanker truck was making a left turn westbound when a northbound taxi struck its right rear bumper on the left side doors. The taxi carried two occupants. The front passenger, a 79-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and entire body trauma but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver error behind the collision. No other contributing factors involving the passenger or victim behaviors were noted. The taxi driver’s failure to maintain attention while the tanker executed a left turn led to the impact and injuries.
SUV Rear-Ends Another on Cross Island Parkway▸Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
Two SUVs collided on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. The female driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained center-end damage in a straight-ahead crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Cross Island Parkway in Queens at 12:30. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling straight ahead collided, with the rear vehicle striking the front vehicle's center back end. The female driver of the rear SUV was injured, sustaining head injuries and whiplash but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the rear vehicle operator. Both vehicles showed damage at the center front and center back ends. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.
6Distracted Driver Rear-Ends SUV on Cross Island Parkway▸A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
A box truck struck the rear of an SUV on Cross Island Parkway. Multiple occupants suffered whiplash and head injuries. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Injured passengers remained conscious and were not ejected.
According to the police report, at 11:30 a.m., a box truck traveling south on Cross Island Parkway rear-ended a station wagon/SUV also traveling south. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck and the center back end of the SUV. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the truck driver. Six occupants were injured, including the truck driver, SUV driver, and four passengers. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma, with all victims conscious and none ejected. Safety equipment use was noted for some occupants, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on NYC roadways.
2Pick-up Truck Roof Collides With Sedan Front▸Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
Two men suffered head injuries in a violent crash on the Long Island Expressway. The pick-up truck struck the sedan’s front center, causing concussions and whiplash. Both drivers were conscious but seriously hurt, restrained by seat belts.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Long Island Expressway around 4:30 AM. A 2013 Ford pick-up truck traveling east collided with a 2020 Honda sedan also heading east. The point of impact was the roof of the pick-up truck and the center front end of the sedan. Both vehicles had two occupants. The sedan’s driver, a 25-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury while the front passenger, a 23-year-old male, sustained whiplash and head injury. Both were conscious and restrained by lap belts and harnesses. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for both injured occupants but does not identify specific driver errors. The collision’s force and impact points indicate a severe crash dynamic, with serious injuries to vehicle occupants despite safety equipment.
Sedan Turning Left Strikes Motorcycle Rider▸A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
A sedan making a left turn collided with a southbound motorcycle on Cloverdale Blvd in Queens. The motorcycle driver, wearing a helmet, suffered bruises and injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:21 on Cloverdale Blvd near 57 Ave in Queens. A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, traveling southbound and wearing a helmet, was struck on the right side doors by a northbound sedan making a left turn. The sedan's impact was on its left side doors. The motorcycle sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The motorcycle driver was injured with contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to properly observe or yield during the left turn. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
SUV and Sedan Chain Collision Injures Passenger▸Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
Three cars slammed together on Cross Island Parkway. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Abrasions, arm hurt. Rear-end chaos. No walkers or bikers. Metal and flesh paid the price.
According to the police report, three vehicles traveling south on Cross Island Parkway collided in a chain reaction. A 52-year-old woman riding as a front passenger in an SUV was injured, suffering abrasions and injuries to her arm and hand. She was conscious and wore a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors. The sequence of rear-end impacts points to driver errors in maintaining safe distances. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal twisted and a passenger hurt, underscoring the danger of close traffic and inattention.
2Distracted Driver Slams Into Stopped Cars on LIE▸SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
SUV plowed into stopped traffic on the Long Island Expressway. Two hurt. A child and a woman. Chest injuries. Shock. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and pain on Queens asphalt.
A westbound SUV struck stopped vehicles on the Long Island Expressway in Queens, injuring a 5-year-old boy and a 29-year-old woman. According to the police report, the SUV hit a sedan, which then hit another SUV. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Both injured were in shock and suffered chest injuries. The child was in a child restraint; the woman wore a lap belt and harness. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The impact left center front and back end damage on the vehicles. The crash underscores the danger of inattention behind the wheel.
2SUV Overturns at High Speed on 86 Avenue▸An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.
An Audi SUV sped down 86 Avenue, struck a parked Nissan, and flipped. Both men inside were hurt and in shock. Unsafe speed drove the crash. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars.
According to the police report, an Audi SUV traveling eastbound on 86 Avenue in Queens overturned after colliding with a parked Nissan SUV at 8:10 p.m. The driver, a 39-year-old man, and his 32-year-old front passenger were both injured and in shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the primary contributing factor, showing the driver lost control before impact. Both occupants wore lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The parked Nissan suffered damage to its left side doors and front quarter panel. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted.