Crash Count for Queens CB12
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 8,936
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 5,394
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 1,091
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 44
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 21
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 7, 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.

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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 Driver Partially Ejected in Queens Crash

A 24-year-old moped driver was partially ejected and suffered a head injury in Queens. The crash involved two eastbound vehicles colliding with no damage reported. The driver was semiconscious with a concussion and was not wearing safety equipment.

According to the police report, a moped driver traveling east on 168 Street near Jamaica Avenue was partially ejected after a collision involving another eastbound vehicle. The 24-year-old male driver sustained a head injury and was semiconscious with a concussion. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment at the time of the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead, and the point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the moped and the right front bumper of the other vehicle. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction in Queens.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689925 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Right Turn

Two sedans collided on 193 Street near Hillside Avenue in Queens. Both drivers were making right turns when impact occurred. A 59-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved improper turning and driver distraction.

According to the police report, two sedans collided while both drivers were making right turns on 193 Street near Hillside Avenue in Queens. The impact occurred between the right rear quarter panel of one vehicle and the left front bumper of the other. A 59-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries or victims were reported. Both drivers were licensed and operating vehicles registered in New York.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689115 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV and Tractor Truck Collide on 94 Avenue

A tractor truck and an SUV collided while both made left turns on 94 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old man, suffered full-body injuries and shock. The truck showed no damage. Driver inexperience contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, a tractor truck and a station wagon/SUV collided on 94 Avenue near the Vanwyck Expressway in Queens. Both vehicles were making left turns when the collision occurred. The SUV driver, a 54-year-old man, was injured with complaints of pain and nausea and suffered injuries to his entire body. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The truck, driven by a licensed male driver, sustained no damage. The point of impact was the trailer of the truck and the left front bumper of the SUV. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689008 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Box Truck Hits SUV on Queens Avenue

A box truck struck an SUV on 120 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver, a 24-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. The truck hit the SUV's left side doors. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The crash involved disregarded traffic control.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling east on 120 Avenue collided with a northbound SUV at the same location. The impact occurred on the SUV's left side doors, causing damage to the left front bumper of the SUV and the right front bumper of the truck. The SUV driver, a 24-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No contributing factors were assigned to the injured occupant. The crash highlights the dangers of disregarding traffic controls and unlicensed driving.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4693977 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Motorcycle Hits Parked SUV on 109 Road

A motorcycle struck the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 109 Road. The 30-year-old motorcyclist suffered a head injury and shock. The rider wore a helmet but complained of pain and nausea after the crash.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east collided with the right rear bumper of a parked SUV on 109 Road. The motorcyclist, a 30-year-old male, sustained a head injury and was in shock. He was wearing a helmet at the time. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor. The SUV was unoccupied and stationary. The motorcyclist complained of pain and nausea following the impact. The collision caused damage to the motorcycle's front end and the SUV's rear bumper. No ejection occurred. The report does not specify any errors by the SUV driver, as the vehicle was parked.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4687027 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Improper Left Turn Slams Passenger in Parked Sedan

Sedan turned left on 150 Street, struck parked car. Passenger took the hit, head bruised. Driver reacted to another vehicle, turned wrong. Metal crumpled. Passenger stayed conscious.

According to the police report, a northbound sedan on 150 Street in Queens made an improper left turn and crashed into a parked sedan on South Road. The impact hit the right front bumper of the turning car and the left rear of the parked car. A 38-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat suffered a head contusion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists driver errors: "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "Turning Improperly." No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689917 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Comrie Seeks Clarity on Queens Bus Redesign Confusion

MTA plans $30 million for Queens bus overhaul. Eight new routes. More frequent service for thousands. Stops spaced farther apart. Most riders keep their stops. Councilmember Brooks-Powers doubts gains for her district. Borough President Richards backs the plan. Rollout not before 2025.

The MTA’s Queens Bus Network Redesign, announced December 12, 2023, proposes $30 million in service upgrades and expands local routes from 83 to 91. The plan, under review since 2020, aims to boost 10-minute-or-better service for 200,000 more residents, raising coverage from 60.1% to 68.9%. The official summary states the redesign will 'streamline and speed up service.' Council Transportation Chair Selvena Brooks-Powers voiced 'serious concerns' about disadvantages for her district, especially with congestion pricing. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, once critical, now supports the draft after public outreach. State Senator Leroy Comrie noted Brooks-Powers wants clarity for her community, not outright rejection. The redesign awaits further input and is expected no sooner than 2025. No safety analyst has assessed the impact on vulnerable road users.


SUV Rear-Ends Tesla on Queens Street

A BMW SUV slammed into the back of a Tesla on 190 Street in Queens. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Police cited following too closely and driver distraction as causes. No one was ejected.

According to the police report, a BMW SUV traveling north on 190 Street rear-ended a Tesla going straight ahead. The SUV driver, a 56-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The Tesla sustained damage to its left front bumper, while the SUV was damaged at the center back end. No other occupants were involved, and no ejections occurred.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4697928 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens Street

Two vehicles crashed on 147 Street in Queens. The SUV struck the sedan head-on. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, suffered a head contusion but was conscious and restrained. Limited view contributed to the collision. Both drivers were licensed.

According to the police report, a Ford SUV traveling north and a Toyota sedan traveling west collided on 147 Street in Queens. The sedan driver, a 59-year-old man, was injured with a head contusion but remained conscious and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's center front end. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as the contributing factor for the crash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No ejections occurred. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles' front ends.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4685895 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Two Sedans Collide on 169 Street

Two sedans traveling south collided on 169 Street. Impact struck right side doors of one car and left rear quarter panel of the other. One driver, 51, suffered back contusions. Both drivers distracted. No ejections. Injuries serious but stable.

According to the police report, two sedans collided while traveling southbound on 169 Street. The point of impact was the right side doors of one vehicle and the left rear quarter panel of the other. One driver, a 51-year-old man, was injured with back contusions and remained conscious. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles straight ahead. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The injured driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash caused significant damage to the right side doors and left rear quarter panel of the vehicles involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4684491 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
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Moped Swerves, Passenger Killed on Jamaica Avenue

A Fly Wing moped veered east on Jamaica Avenue. The unlicensed driver lost control. A 62-year-old man in the sidecar was thrown out. His head hit the pavement. He died at the scene. No other vehicle made contact.

A deadly crash unfolded on Jamaica Avenue near 146th Street. According to the police report, a Fly Wing moped swerved east, reacting to an uninvolved vehicle. The moped driver was unlicensed. The sidecar passenger, a 62-year-old man, was ejected and suffered fatal head injuries. The report states, 'No helmet. No license. A 62-year-old man flew from the sidecar. His head struck pavement. He died in silence, chasing a vehicle that never touched him.' The contributing factor listed is 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The data notes the passenger wore no helmet, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. No other vehicles made contact. The crash left one dead.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4684466 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV Rear-Ended on Sutphin Boulevard

A northbound SUV stopped in traffic on Sutphin Boulevard was struck from behind. The front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, suffered a head injury. The driver of the striking vehicle was inattentive. No vehicle damage reported on the SUV.

According to the police report, a 2006 SUV traveling north on Sutphin Boulevard was stopped in traffic when it was rear-ended by another vehicle. The front passenger, a 59-year-old woman, sustained a head injury and was conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor for the striking vehicle. The SUV showed no damage despite the impact to its center back end. The striking vehicle had damage to its center front end. The driver of the SUV was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4684234 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV Rear-Ends Bus on Hillside Avenue

A BMW SUV made a right turn and struck the left front bumper of a westbound bus on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver, a 44-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The crash involved improper lane usage.

According to the police report, a 44-year-old male driver of a BMW SUV was making a right turn on Hillside Avenue in Queens when he collided with the left front bumper of a westbound bus. The SUV driver sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, along with whiplash. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles westbound. The bus had one occupant, and the SUV driver was conscious and not ejected. The collision caused damage to the front end of the SUV and the left front bumper of the bus.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683398 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal Queens

A 45-year-old man was struck at a Queens intersection while crossing with the signal. The impact hit his right knee and lower leg. He suffered pain and shock. The driver’s vehicle hit the pedestrian’s right front bumper. No driver errors listed.

According to the police report, a 45-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing Jamaica Avenue at an intersection in Queens. He was crossing with the signal when a 2019 Ford vehicle struck him on the right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was not ejected and was in shock at the scene. The driver’s license status and vehicle travel direction were not provided. No safety equipment or pedestrian fault was noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4684504 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Taxi Driver Injured in Queens Collision

A taxi struck a sedan on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The taxi driver, 65, suffered a head injury and shock. The crash damaged the front of the taxi and the sedan’s right side. Driver distraction caused the crash.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling west on Hillside Avenue collided with a sedan traveling north. The point of impact was the taxi's center front end and the sedan's right side doors. The taxi driver, a 65-year-old man, was injured with a head injury and experienced shock. He was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The sedan had no occupants at the time. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4687716 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Pedestrian Hit by Sedan on Brewer Boulevard

A 38-year-old woman crossing Brewer Boulevard was struck by a northbound sedan. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head injury and minor bleeding. She was left in shock at the intersection.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Brewer Boulevard struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained a head injury with minor bleeding and was in shock. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating the driver did not yield to the pedestrian. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk indication. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians in Queens.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4682957 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Pedestrian Injured by Sedan with Defective Brakes

A 50-year-old man was struck on Merrick Boulevard in Queens. The sedan’s brakes failed. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver was licensed and alone. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash happened outside an intersection.

According to the police report, a 50-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Merrick Boulevard in Queens when a sedan with defective brakes struck him. The pedestrian was located in the roadway, not at an intersection, and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver, a licensed female from New York, was traveling south and was entering a parked position at the time of impact. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' as a contributing factor, indicating mechanical failure played a role. The vehicle showed no damage despite the collision. The pedestrian experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. No other driver errors or victim factors are noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4682645 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Speed and Signal Ignored in Queens Crash

A sedan and SUV slammed together on 143 Avenue. The woman driving the sedan was hurt, her arm bruised. Police blame unsafe speed and running a signal. Metal twisted. No pedestrians involved.

According to the police report, a collision took place on 143 Avenue in Queens between a sedan and an SUV. The 32-year-old female sedan driver suffered contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Police listed unsafe speed and traffic control disregarded as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed front-end damage. No pedestrians or passengers were involved. The crash underscores driver errors: speeding and ignoring traffic controls.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4682296 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
Fatigued Driver Hits Pedestrian Near 150 Street

A 42-year-old man was injured while getting on or off a vehicle outside an intersection. The SUV driver, fatigued and drowsy, struck the pedestrian on the left rear quarter panel. The victim suffered knee and lower leg injuries and minor bleeding.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured on 150 Street while getting on or off a vehicle other than a school bus. The driver of a 2009 Chevrolet SUV, traveling west and stopped in traffic, was fatigued and drowsy, contributing to the crash. The point of impact was the left rear quarter panel of the vehicle. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with minor bleeding and shock reported. The driver was licensed in New Jersey and had two occupants in the vehicle. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' and 'Fell Asleep' as contributing factors, indicating driver error. No vehicle damage was noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689915 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14
SUV and Sedan Collide on Jamaica Avenue

Two vehicles crashed on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The SUV struck the sedan on the left side. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor in the collision.

According to the police report, a 2007 SUV traveling west on Jamaica Avenue collided with a 2013 sedan traveling north. The point of impact was the left side doors of the sedan and the left front bumper of the SUV. The sedan driver, a 39-year-old man, was injured with contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4681450 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-14