Crash Count for Queens CB12
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 12,032
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 7,206
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 1,450
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 57
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 28
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 31, 2025
Carnage in CB 412
Detailed breakdowns aren’t yet available for this year slice; totals below reflect the selected window.
Killed 28
+13
Crush Injuries 21
Lower leg/foot 4
Neck 4
Whole body 3
Back 2
Head 2
Lower arm/hand 2
Shoulder/upper arm 2
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Amputation 2
Lower leg/foot 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Severe Bleeding 16
Head 9
+4
Face 4
Whole body 3
Severe Lacerations 10
Head 3
Face 2
Lower leg/foot 2
Back 1
Lower arm/hand 1
Shoulder/upper arm 1
Concussion 47
Head 35
+30
Neck 5
Back 3
Face 2
Lower leg/foot 1
Whiplash 269
Neck 133
+128
Back 64
+59
Head 51
+46
Whole body 17
+12
Chest 12
+7
Lower leg/foot 10
+5
Shoulder/upper arm 9
+4
Abdomen/pelvis 4
Lower arm/hand 2
Contusion/Bruise 296
Lower leg/foot 105
+100
Head 50
+45
Lower arm/hand 33
+28
Back 26
+21
Hip/upper leg 24
+19
Shoulder/upper arm 18
+13
Whole body 15
+10
Neck 14
+9
Chest 8
+3
Face 7
+2
Abdomen/pelvis 6
+1
Eye 3
Abrasion 187
Lower leg/foot 62
+57
Head 32
+27
Lower arm/hand 32
+27
Face 18
+13
Whole body 13
+8
Shoulder/upper arm 10
+5
Hip/upper leg 7
+2
Chest 5
Neck 5
Back 4
Eye 3
Abdomen/pelvis 1
Pain/Nausea 77
Head 20
+15
Lower leg/foot 17
+12
Neck 11
+6
Whole body 11
+6
Back 10
+5
Lower arm/hand 6
+1
Shoulder/upper arm 5
Chest 4
Face 1
Hip/upper leg 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Oct 31, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in CB 412?

Preventable Speeding in CB 412 School Zones

(since 2022)

Caught Speeding Recently in CB 412

Vehicles – Caught Speeding in NYC (12 months)
  1. 2024 Gray Honda Suburban (LPH4200) – 150 times • 2 in last 90d here
  2. 2024 Gray Toyota Sedan (LHW6019) – 141 times • 1 in last 90d here
  3. 2024 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW6494) – 130 times • 2 in last 90d here
  4. 2024 White Lexus Suburban (LHT8624) – 100 times • 2 in last 90d here
  5. 2023 Gray Toyota Suburban (LCT3025) – 84 times • 1 in last 90d here
Queens CB12: Crosswalks, sirens, and a ledger of loss

Queens CB12: Crosswalks, sirens, and a ledger of loss

Queens CB12: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 26, 2025

Around noon on Oct 6 at Jamaica Ave and 171 St, a driver hit a 53‑year‑old woman who was crossing with the signal. Police recorded failure to yield and distraction by the driver. She suffered severe bleeding and went into shock (NYC Open Data).

In the past month, another person walking was killed on the Belt Parkway. He died just before dawn on Sep 12 (NYC Open Data).

Since Jan 1, 2022, Queens CB12 has recorded 28 deaths and 7,159 injuries in 11,966 crashes (NYC Open Data). This year to date: 9 dead and 1,581 injured, compared with 2 dead and 1,496 injured at this point last year (same source).

Corners that don’t forgive

The dead pile up at the same places. The Belt Parkway has seen 5 deaths and 216 injuries. Hillside Avenue tallied 82 injuries. Merrick Boulevard: 212 injuries (NYC Open Data).

Police reports in this district point to drivers who fail to yield and drivers who aren’t paying attention. Failure to yield is tied to deaths and dozens of injuries here; inattention shows the same pattern (NYC Open Data).

The worst hours hit when the city is thin. Deaths spike around 3–5 AM, then again around 8–9 PM, while injuries are constant through the afternoon rush (NYC Open Data).

Promises and delays at City Hall

Daylighting saves lives. The council has the bill to clear sightlines at corners citywide. It has the votes. It hasn’t moved. “Universal daylighting has majority support … Will Speaker Adams give it a vote?” asked one analysis in July (Streetsblog NYC). Speaker Adrienne Adams’ office said, “The safety of pedestrians and all street users remains a top priority … Intro. 1138 is going through the council’s legislative process” (AMNY).

Council Member Nantasha M. Williams is pushing a crackdown on unlicensed commuter vans (Int 1347‑2025). The bill orders maximum penalties for every listed violation. Analysts warn it emphasizes punitive enforcement over safer operations or redesign, with risks for people who walk and bike (NYC Council Legistar).

Albany’s lever on repeat speeders

State Senator Leroy Comrie co‑sponsored the Stop Super Speeders Act (S 4045) and voted yes in committee in June (Open States). The bill would force known repeat offenders to use speed limiters. Our own brief explains the standard: 11 DMV points in 18 months or 16 camera tickets in a year triggers the device (Take Action).

Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman voted yes to extend the city’s speed‑camera program (S 8344) in June, keeping round‑the‑clock enforcement in school zones (Open States). Will she back the companion to the Super Speeders bill next?

Fix what’s killing us here

Clear the corners. Pass the daylighting bill and harden turns on Hillside Avenue and Merrick Boulevard. Give people crossing time with leading pedestrian intervals. Target the overnight hours where deaths stack up. These are standard tools the city already uses; this district’s map tells you where to put them (NYC Open Data).

And stop the worst drivers before they take another life. The Senate moved S 4045. The Assembly can finish the job.

One woman bled at Jamaica and 171. Another man died on the Belt. The fixes sit on desks. Act now: lower speeds and rein in repeat speeders. Start here.

Frequently Asked Questions

What changed in the past month here?
Two severe pedestrian crashes marked the month. Around noon on Oct 6, a driver hit a woman crossing with the signal at Jamaica Ave and 171 St; police recorded failure to yield and distraction. On Sep 12 before dawn, a person walking was killed on the Belt Parkway. Both are logged in the city’s crash database.
Where are the worst spots in Queens CB12?
The Belt Parkway leads with 5 deaths and 216 injuries; Hillside Avenue and Merrick Boulevard each show heavy injury totals. These come from the city’s collision records for this community board.
How were these numbers calculated?
We used NYC Open Data’s Motor Vehicle Collisions datasets (Crashes h9gi-nx95, Persons f55k-p6yu, Vehicles bm4k-52h4). We filtered for Community Board “Queens CB 12” and dates from 2022-01-01 to 2025-10-26, then counted injuries, deaths, and crashes, and reviewed contributing factors, locations, and hourly patterns. You can view a filtered query example here. Data accessed Oct 25–26, 2025.
Who represents this area, and what have they done?
Council Member Nantasha M. Williams is sponsoring Int 1347-2025 to crack down on unlicensed commuter vans. State Senator Leroy Comrie co‑sponsored S 4045 and voted yes in committee. Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman voted yes to extend school speed zones. See sources linked above for each item.
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.

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Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman

District 29

Council Member Nantasha M. Williams

District 27

State Senator Leroy Comrie

District 14

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.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Community Board 12

11
S 7678 Comrie votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Jun 11 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.

Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.


11
S 7785 Comrie votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.

Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.

Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.


11
S 7785 Comrie votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.

Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.

Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.


11
S 7678 Sanders votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Jun 11 - White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.

Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.


11
S 7785 Sanders votes yes to weaken bus rules, increasing pedestrian and cyclist risk.

Jun 11 - Senate passed S 7785. The bill carves out large Mitchell-Lama housing from bus traffic rules. Lawmakers voted yes. The carve-out weakens enforcement. Streets grow less safe for people on foot and bike.

Bill S 7785, titled 'Relates to bus operation-related traffic regulations,' passed the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. The measure, sponsored by Senator Jamaal Bailey, excludes violations in cooperative housing developments with at least 10,000 Mitchell-Lama units from bus operation traffic regulations. The bill advanced through committee and received broad support in both chambers. By exempting these large complexes, the law weakens traffic enforcement where thousands live. This move increases risk to pedestrians and cyclists, stripping away protections that save lives. Vulnerable road users lose another layer of safety in dense city streets.


10
Driver Falls Asleep, Sedan Slams Rockaway Boulevard

Jun 10 - A sedan struck hard on Rockaway Boulevard. The driver fell asleep. Two people suffered head injuries. The crash left bruises and confusion. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night. The road stayed open. The danger did not leave.

A sedan traveling north on Rockaway Boulevard crashed when the driver fell asleep. According to the police report, the vehicle's center front end took the impact. Two occupants, a 31-year-old male driver and a 33-year-old female front passenger, both suffered head injuries and were conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors. Both injured occupants wore lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights the ongoing risks faced by vehicle occupants on city streets when drivers lose control.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819273 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
10
S 8117 Comrie votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.

Jun 10 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.

Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.


10
S 8117 Sanders votes yes on school speed cameras, boosting safety for children.

Jun 10 - Senate backs S 8117. Oneida County gets school speed zone cameras. Law sunsets in 2030. Lawmakers act. Streets near schools may slow. Children walk safer. Drivers face new eyes.

Senate bill S 8117, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the county of Oneida,' passed committee votes on May 27 and June 10, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Senator Joseph A. Griffo (District 53), sets up speed cameras near schools in Oneida County. The program ends December 31, 2030. The Senate voted yes, with only two no votes and several excused. The measure aims to slow drivers near schools and protect children. No safety analyst note was provided. The bill now moves forward in the legislative process.


9
S 915 Comrie co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.

Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.

Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.


9
S 915 Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.

Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.


9
S 915 Comrie votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.

Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.


9
S 915 Sanders votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Jun 9 - Senate passes S 915. Bill demands safe roads for all. Complete street design at its core. Cyclists, walkers, and riders get a fighting chance. Vote split, but the message is clear: streets must serve people, not just cars.

Senate Bill S 915, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee on June 9, 2025. The bill, sponsored by Sean Ryan (District 61) with co-sponsors Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Samra Brouk, Leroy Comrie, Patricia Fahy, Pete Harckham, Robert Jackson, Liz Krueger, and Christopher Ryan, pushes for roads built for everyone. The Senate voted, with most in favor and a block opposed. The bill's language is blunt: roads must be safe for all, not just drivers. No safety analyst note was provided, but the intent is clear—prioritize vulnerable road users in every street plan.


8
Sedan Turns, Cyclist Thrown on Liberty Ave

Jun 8 - A sedan turned right on Liberty Avenue. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The cyclist crashed hard. Shoulder shattered. Shock set in. Police cited driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The wound stayed open.

A crash on Liberty Avenue at 158th Street in Queens left a 32-year-old bicyclist injured. According to the police report, a sedan making a right turn struck a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder and was in shock at the scene. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the injury was severe. The sedan’s right front quarter panel and the bike’s left front bumper were damaged. The data points to driver inattention as the key failure. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819028 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
7
Cyclist Injured in Queens Crash on 170 St

Jun 7 - A 74-year-old cyclist struck and bruised his shoulder on 170 Street. The crash left him conscious but hurt. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. The bike’s front end took the blow. No other injuries reported.

A 74-year-old man riding a bike was injured in a crash on 170 Street near Douglas Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a shoulder contusion but remained conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The bike’s center front end was damaged. No other vehicles with occupants were involved, and no pedestrians or passengers were hurt. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights the danger that inattention poses to vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4819003 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
6
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Jamaica Ave

Jun 6 - SUV hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. She suffered injuries to her entire body. Police list driver errors as unspecified. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.

A 67-year-old woman was struck and injured by an SUV while crossing Jamaica Ave at Merrick Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when the vehicle, a Jeep SUV, made a left turn and hit her. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. Police listed the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The report highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians at city intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820038 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
6
FDNY Truck and SUV Crash Injures Children

Jun 6 - An FDNY truck and a BMW SUV collided at Linden Blvd and Inwood St. Three people, including two children, suffered injuries. Metal struck metal. The young cried out in pain. The police listed no driver errors. The street stayed dangerous.

Two vehicles, an FDNY truck and a BMW SUV, collided at Linden Blvd and Inwood St in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 4-year-old girl, a 9-year-old boy, and a 47-year-old man. All reported pain and shock, with injuries to their entire bodies. The crash involved the right front bumper of the FDNY truck and the left front quarter panel of the SUV. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. Both injured children were passengers and wore lap belts and harnesses, as noted after the absence of driver errors. The report does not specify the cause, but the impact left several people hurt and the street marked by violence.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4818428 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
6
SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens Intersection

Jun 6 - A 76-year-old man crossing Baisley Boulevard with the signal was hit by an SUV making a left turn. The impact bruised his leg. Police cite failure to yield and disregarding traffic control. The driver and a passenger were also involved.

A 76-year-old pedestrian was injured while crossing Baisley Boulevard at Guy R Brewer Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the man was crossing with the signal when a 2017 Audi SUV, traveling east and making a left turn, struck him. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his lower leg. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The driver, a 43-year-old man, and a passenger were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. The report highlights driver errors as primary causes. The pedestrian’s actions—crossing with the signal—are noted, but the fault lies with the driver’s failure to yield and disregard for traffic controls.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4818368 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
5
Distracted Drivers Collide at 120th Avenue in Queens

Jun 5 - Two cars crashed on 120th Avenue. Both drivers distracted. Two men hurt, neck injuries. Impact hit front and side. Police found inattention at fault. The street bore the force. Metal twisted. Pain followed.

Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided at the intersection of 177-02 120 Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted at the time of the crash. The impact struck the center front end of the SUV and the left side doors of the sedan. Two men, ages 20 and 22, suffered neck injuries; one was a passenger, the other a driver. Both were conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for all involved. No other causes or violations were cited in the data. The crash left pain and damage behind, underscoring the danger of distraction behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4818319 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
5
Distracted Sedan Driver Injures Rear Passenger on 94 Avenue

Jun 5 - Two sedans collided on 94 Avenue. A rear passenger took a blow to the head. Police blame driver inattention. Metal crumpled. One woman hurt. The street stayed quiet after the crash.

Two sedans crashed on 94 Avenue near Atlantic Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were heading north when the collision occurred. A 61-year-old female rear passenger suffered a head contusion. She was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor. No other injuries were specified for the remaining occupants. The impact struck the left rear bumper of one sedan and the center front end of the other. The data does not mention any actions by the injured passenger that contributed to the crash. The only listed error is driver distraction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4817998 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04
4
Two Sedans Collide on Jordan Avenue, Passengers Injured

Jun 4 - Two sedans crashed on Jordan Avenue. Three people suffered head and neck injuries. Shock followed. Metal twisted. No driver errors listed. Streets stayed dangerous. The toll was real.

Two sedans collided on Jordan Avenue in Queens. Three occupants, including both drivers and a front passenger, were injured, suffering head and neck trauma and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a BMW and a Toyota, both traveling straight. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. Several other occupants reported unspecified injuries. The report notes lap belts were used by those injured. The cause remains officially unspecified, but the impact left multiple people hurt and the street marked by violence.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4818313 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-11-04