Crash Count for Queens CB12
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 8,833
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 5,316
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 1,064
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 44
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 21
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Queens CB12?

Eight Dead, No Answers: Queens Streets Demand Action Now

Eight Dead, No Answers: Queens Streets Demand Action Now

Queens CB12: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025

The Death Count Rises

Eight dead. Twenty seriously hurt. That’s the toll in Queens CB12 in the past year. These are not just numbers. They are people. A man, 62, crushed by an SUV on Linden Boulevard. A 19-year-old, thrown from his moped, killed on 90th Avenue. A woman, 45, struck crossing 111th Avenue on Christmas night. Each one gone. Each one leaves a hole.

Just last week, a 23-year-old man was run down on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard. Police said, “Sonalall approached the driver’s side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist to the point that he drove off, striking the menace” (New York Post). The DA filed no charges. The street is quiet again. The loss remains.

The Pattern: Cars, Trucks, and the Young

Most deaths come from cars and SUVs. In three years, 21 people died, 44 were seriously hurt, and over 5,300 were injured in 8,848 crashes (NYC Open Data). SUVs and sedans did most of the killing. Young men, old women, children—no one is spared. The dead are not just numbers. They are neighbors.

A mother’s words echo after her daughter’s death: “I wish they would never have given him that car. I wish they would never think about giving him that car—because if they didn’t give him that car, my daughter would still be here right now” (Gothamist).

What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done

Local leaders have taken some steps. Senator Leroy Comrie voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act, a bill to force repeat dangerous drivers to install speed limiters (Open States). Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman voted to extend school speed zones. But the carnage continues. There is no citywide 20 mph limit. There are no new safe crossings. There is no end to the waiting.

The Cost of Waiting

Every day of delay is another risk. The streets do not forgive. The dead do not return. The city has the power to lower speed limits now. The law is on the books. The leaders have the phone lines. The families have the grief.

Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit and real protection for people who walk and bike. The time for waiting is over. The next name on the list could be someone you love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Queens CB12 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Queens, city council district District 27, assembly district AD 29 and state senate district SD 14.
Which areas are in Queens CB12?
It includes the Jamaica, South Jamaica, Baisley Park, Springfield Gardens (North)-Rochdale Village, St. Albans, and Hollis neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 23, District 27, and District 28, Assembly Districts AD 29, AD 32, and AD 33, and State Senate Districts SD 10, SD 11, and SD 14.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB12?
Most injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Queens CB12 were caused by SUVs and Sedans (5 deaths, 13 serious injuries, 844 total incidents), followed by Trucks and Buses (no deaths, 3 serious injuries, 56 total incidents), Motorcycles and Mopeds (no deaths, no serious injuries, 16 total incidents), and Bikes (no deaths, 1 serious injury, 13 total incidents).
Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
These crashes are preventable. Policies like lower speed limits, speed cameras, and safer street design can save lives. The city has the power to act now.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
Local politicians can lower speed limits, expand speed cameras, redesign dangerous streets, and support laws that target repeat dangerous drivers. They can act now to save lives.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Alicia Hyndman
Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman
District 29
District Office:
232-06A Merrick Blvd., Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Legislative Office:
Room 717, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Nantasha Williams
Council Member Nantasha Williams
District 27
District Office:
172-12 Linden Boulevard, St. Albans, NY 11434
718-527-4356
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1850, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
Twitter: CMBWilliams
Leroy Comrie
State Senator Leroy Comrie
District 14
District Office:
113-43 Farmers Blvd., St. Albans, NY 11412
Legislative Office:
Room 913, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Queens CB12 Queens Community Board 12 sits in Queens, District 27, AD 29, SD 14.

It contains Jamaica, South Jamaica, Baisley Park, Springfield Gardens (North)-Rochdale Village, St. Albans, Hollis.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 12

Moped Strikes Pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue

A moped hit a 53-year-old woman on Jamaica Avenue. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The crash left her bruised. Police list the cause as unspecified.

A moped traveling east struck a 53-year-old female pedestrian on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. She was not at an intersection when hit. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a contusion and injuries to her arm and hand, and was in shock. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the data. The moped showed no damage. The police report does not mention helmet use or signals.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808707 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Improper Lane Use Slams Motorcycle on Linden

A motorcycle struck an SUV making a U-turn on Linden Blvd. The rider was ejected and injured. Police cite improper lane usage. Metal and bodies hit hard. The street stayed open. The city moved on.

A motorcycle and an SUV collided on Linden Blvd at 191st Street in Queens. The motorcycle rider, a 41-year-old man, was ejected and suffered arm fractures. According to the police report, 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' was a contributing factor. The SUV was making a U-turn when the crash happened. The rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report. No pedestrians were involved. The impact left the SUV damaged on its left side and the motorcycle crushed at the front. The crash highlights the danger of improper lane use and risky maneuvers on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808560 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Mack Truck Strikes Woman on Liberty Avenue

A Mack truck slowed on Liberty Avenue. A woman stood outside the roadway. Steel tore her shoulder. Blood pooled. Sirens cut the air. The driver failed to yield. She was left injured.

A Mack truck hit a 56-year-old woman near 150-37 Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the woman was not in the roadway when the truck struck her, causing severe lacerations to her shoulder and leaving her semiconscious. The driver, also 56, was slowing or stopping at the time. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The truck’s right front bumper made contact. No other injuries were reported. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield, even outside intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4808684 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUVs Strike Pedestrian on Linden Boulevard

Two SUVs hit a man crossing Linden Boulevard. He lay crushed, semiconscious. The drivers kept going. Police cite failure to yield and distraction. The street swallowed another life.

A 62-year-old man was killed when two SUVs struck him as he crossed Linden Boulevard near 166th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the man was not in a crosswalk. He suffered crush injuries and was left semiconscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. One driver wore a lap belt. The child mentioned in the narrative was not identified as injured in the data. The drivers continued straight ahead. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809253 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Distracted Driver Slams Sedan in Queens Crash

Two sedans collided on 138th Street. Driver inattention and tailgating led to neck injuries for a driver and passenger. Shock followed. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.

Two sedans crashed at 88-84 138th Street in Queens. According to the police report, driver inattention and following too closely caused the collision. One driver and a front passenger suffered neck injuries and shock. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles were traveling north. The impact struck the center front of one sedan and the rear of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the risks of distraction and tailgating on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807887 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Res 0854-2025
Williams co-sponsors bill boosting street safety by curbing repeat speeders.

Council pushes Albany to force speed limiters on chronic speeders. The move targets reckless drivers. Streets stay deadly while the bill sits in committee. Pedestrians and cyclists wait for action.

Resolution 0854-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, urges passage of S.7621/A.7979. The measure calls for 'requiring the installation of intelligent speed assistance devices for repeated violation of maximum speed limits.' Council Member Lincoln Restler leads, joined by nine co-sponsors including Yusef Salaam and Shahana Hanif. The bill landed in committee on April 24, 2025, with no vote yet. If passed at the state level, it would force repeat speeders to install devices that block speeding. The Council’s action highlights the ongoing risk to vulnerable road users as reckless drivers remain unchecked.


SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Jamaica Ave

SUV turned left on Jamaica Ave. Cyclist hit, head struck, concussion. Police cite driver inattention. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.

A 31-year-old cyclist suffered a head injury and concussion after an SUV struck him during a left turn at Jamaica Ave and 191 St in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The cyclist was traveling straight when the SUV, driven by a 52-year-old man, turned left and hit him. The crash left the cyclist in shock. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed distraction to put a vulnerable road user in harm’s way.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807886 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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SUV and Sedan Crash Injures Four in Queens

Two cars slammed together on 205th Street. Four people hurt. Metal twisted. Neck, arm, and back injuries. Police cite driver distraction. The street stays dangerous.

Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on 205th Street at 93rd Avenue in Queens. Four occupants suffered injuries: a 23-year-old female driver with shoulder pain, a 44-year-old female front passenger with neck trauma, a 42-year-old male driver with a fractured arm, and a 31-year-old male rear passenger with back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited. The crash left metal bent and people shaken. The report did not mention any actions by those injured that contributed to the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807885 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Turns Left, E-Scooter Rider Ejected on Merrick Blvd

SUV turned left on Merrick. E-scooter struck, rider thrown, chest injured. Police cite driver distraction. Streets stay dangerous for the young and old.

An SUV making a left turn on Merrick Blvd collided with a southbound e-scooter. The 22-year-old e-scooter rider was ejected and suffered chest injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The SUV driver, a 70-year-old woman, and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The crash highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when drivers are distracted. Helmet use was not listed as a factor in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809664 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash

A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.

The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.


Sedan Ignores Signal, Strikes Cyclist on 187 Place

A sedan ran a control and hit a cyclist on 187 Place. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite traffic control disregarded. System failed to protect the vulnerable.

A sedan and a bike collided on 187 Place at 91 Avenue in Queens. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, was ejected and suffered injuries to his leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as the contributing factor. Both the sedan driver and a passenger were involved but had unspecified injuries. The crash highlights a failure to obey traffic controls, putting the cyclist at risk. No other contributing factors were listed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807691 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Child Pedestrian at Queens Intersection

A sedan hit a 12-year-old boy at 147 St and Rockaway Blvd. The child suffered a fractured arm. The car struck him head-on while turning. No driver errors listed. Danger remains for those on foot.

A 12-year-old boy was struck by a sedan at the intersection of 147 St and Rockaway Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was making a right turn when its center front end hit the child, who was in the intersection. The boy suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The driver, a 50-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The crash highlights the persistent threat to pedestrians at city intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809415 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens

Metal bolts crashed through a windshield in Queens. Glass exploded over the passenger. The No. 7 train rumbled above. Danger rained down. This was not the first time. The system failed to shield those below.

ABC7 reported on April 21, 2025, that debris from the No. 7 subway train fell onto a car at Queens Plaza, shattering the windshield and denting the hood. Rahimi, the driver, said, "We were driving right off here. Something fell off the train, damaging the windshield." Passenger Malnick described, "A bolt hit and then right away just the sound of glass exploding and glass all over me." The incident echoes previous cases: in 2019, falling debris from elevated tracks struck vehicles three times in a month. The MTA responded then by intensifying inspections, but the problem persists. The agency now says it is investigating and will inspect the area. The repeated incidents highlight ongoing risks from aging infrastructure above city streets.


Bus and SUV Collide on Jamaica Avenue

A bus and SUV crashed on Jamaica Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite unsafe lane change and improper turn. Metal twisted. Streets unforgiving.

A bus and an SUV collided at Jamaica Avenue and 163rd Street in Queens. Three people were injured, including a 16-year-old passenger with a neck injury and concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Turning Improperly.' Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors. The toll fell on passengers and drivers, underscoring the danger when drivers fail to control their lanes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807149 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
FDNY Truck Strikes Cyclist In Queens

A fire truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. It hit a man on a bike. He died there, on the street. Police are investigating. The crash happened in Middle Village, Queens. Metal met flesh. The city keeps moving.

ABC7 reported on April 20, 2025, that an FDNY truck struck and killed a bicyclist in Middle Village, Queens. The collision happened as the truck was 'turning onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street.' The victim, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The NYPD is investigating the incident. The article notes the truck's turning movement but does not detail further driver actions. This fatal crash highlights the risks at intersections where large vehicles and cyclists cross paths. No information was provided about charges or policy changes.


Sedan Turns, Strikes Cyclist on Jamaica Ave

A sedan making a right turn hit a cyclist riding straight. The crash left the cyclist with leg injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. The street stays dangerous. The system failed the vulnerable.

A sedan struck a cyclist on Jamaica Ave at 183rd Street in Queens. The cyclist, a 43-year-old man, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The sedan was making a right turn when it hit the cyclist, who was traveling straight. The report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the risk faced by people on bikes when drivers fail to use lanes properly.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807107 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
FDNY Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Park

A firetruck struck a cyclist on Juniper Boulevard. The truck turned with lights and sirens. The cyclist was crushed under the rear wheels. Sheets covered the scene. Firefighters stood by, shaken. The victim died instantly. The investigation continues.

According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck fatally struck a cyclist near Juniper Valley Park in Queens while responding to a call. The article states, "The truck was making a turn onto Juniper Boulevard...when the fatal accident occurred." Police reported the truck had lights and sirens activated. The cyclist ended up beneath the rear wheels and was pronounced dead at the scene. Photos showed emergency sheets covering the area. Witness Miguel Vega described firefighters as "shaken, like shocked." The incident highlights the dangers at intersections, especially when emergency vehicles turn. The crash is under investigation, with no details yet on policy or procedural changes.


SUV Strikes Sedan on Inwood Street in Queens

SUV hit sedan’s rear on Inwood Street. Three people hurt. Passengers and driver injured. Police list no cause. Streets stay dangerous.

An SUV struck the back end of a sedan on Inwood Street near 107 Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 21-year-old female front passenger, a female rear passenger, and a 22-year-old male driver. According to the police report, the crash involved a Jeep SUV traveling north and a Ford sedan parked or moving south. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The incident left multiple occupants hurt, with injuries to the back and internal complaints. Streets remain hazardous for those inside vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807109 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian

A sedan turned left on Hillside Avenue. Its right front hit a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood ran from his head. He stayed conscious. The driver, 76, walked away. A baby rode in the car. Only the pedestrian was hurt.

A 71-year-old man was struck and injured by a sedan making a left turn at Hillside Avenue and 202nd Street. According to the police report, 'the right front struck a 71-year-old man crossing. Blood ran from his head. He was conscious.' The driver, age 76, and a baby passenger were not hurt. The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. No other errors or factors are cited. The pedestrian suffered severe bleeding to the head but remained conscious at the scene.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806490 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Child Cyclist Injured in Queens Sedan Collision

A sedan struck a ten-year-old cyclist on 116 Ave. The boy suffered arm injuries. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard. The system failed to protect the young rider.

A ten-year-old boy riding a bike was injured when a sedan collided with him on 116 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a sedan and a bicycle, with the child sustaining abrasions and arm injuries. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the dangers faced by young cyclists on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806504 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04