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A westbound SUV struck a southbound convertible at 263 St in Queens. The convertible driver, a 26-year-old woman, suffered whole-body injuries and shock. Both vehicles sustained damage to their left sides. Police report lists unspecified driver errors.

At 8:20 AM on 263 St in Queens, a collision occurred involving a westbound Honda SUV and a southbound BMW convertible, according to the police report. The SUV impacted the convertible's left rear quarter panel with its center front end, damaging both vehicles' left sides. The convertible driver, a 26-year-old female occupant, was injured with bodily trauma to her entire body and experienced shock. She was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed. The report cites unspecified contributing factors from both drivers, indicating driver errors without further detail. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801799, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 53-year-old male SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his vehicle struck the rear of a sedan while making a right turn. Both vehicles sustained front and rear center-end damage in the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:37 on 212 Street involving a 2024 SUV and a 2018 sedan. The SUV driver, a 53-year-old man, was making a right turn when his vehicle's center front end collided with the sedan's center back end. The SUV driver was injured, sustaining back pain and whiplash, and remained conscious. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision highlights risks associated with turning maneuvers and rear-end impacts, with the SUV driver's actions preceding the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801384, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A northbound SUV struck the left front bumper of a sedan changing lanes on Cross Island Parkway. The impact injured a 70-year-old female passenger in the SUV, causing bruises and contusions to her arm. The crash stemmed from following too closely.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:40 on Cross Island Parkway. A 2020 GMC SUV traveling north rear-ended a 2007 Infiniti sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right rear bumper striking the sedan's left front bumper. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The SUV carried three occupants; a 70-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had one occupant, the male driver, who held a valid New York license. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers of insufficient following distance on high-speed parkways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801214, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two SUVs collided on Francis Lewis Blvd. The rear vehicle struck the left rear bumper of the front vehicle. A front passenger suffered a head injury and concussion. Driver inattention caused the crash, highlighting dangers of distracted driving in traffic.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:10 on Francis Lewis Blvd involving two SUVs traveling south. The front vehicle was stopped in traffic when the rear vehicle, which was slowing or stopping, impacted the left rear bumper of the front SUV. The rear driver’s error was identified as driver inattention or distraction. A 27-year-old female front passenger in the rear vehicle sustained a head injury and concussion, wearing a lap belt and remaining conscious. The report explicitly cites driver inattention as the contributing factor, with no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behaviors. This collision underscores the systemic danger posed by distracted driving in congested traffic conditions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801867, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on Sunrise Highway. A 34-year-old male driver suffered upper arm and shoulder injuries. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the primary cause. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt.

According to the police report, the crash involved three vehicles traveling westbound on Sunrise Highway near Francis Lewis Boulevard. The collision included a sedan, a 2024 Toyota sedan, and a 2027 Jeep SUV. The point of impact was the center front end and center back end of the vehicles. The 34-year-old male driver, an occupant of one vehicle, was injured with upper arm and shoulder trauma and complained of whiplash. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash, repeated twice for emphasis. There is no indication of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction on busy roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800992, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Three vehicles collided eastbound on Belt Parkway. A front-seat passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. The impact involved center front and rear ends, with no ejections reported.

According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Belt Parkway involving three eastbound vehicles: a 2020 SUV, a 2024 sedan, and a 2016 sedan. The crash happened around 3:00 PM. The point of impact was primarily center front and center rear ends of the vehicles. The front passenger in one vehicle, a 52-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt. Police identified driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. The collision caused damage to the center back ends and front ends of the involved vehicles, with no ejections reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801866, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two SUVs collided on Belt Parkway when one followed too closely. The rear passenger, an 82-year-old woman, suffered chest injuries and shock. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound, impacting center front and back ends. Driver error caused the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Belt Parkway at 19:56, involving two eastbound SUVs. The driver of the rear vehicle failed to maintain a safe distance, resulting in a rear-end collision. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The impact occurred at the center front end of the trailing SUV and the center back end of the leading SUV. An 82-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the lead vehicle sustained chest injuries and was in shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead. The crash highlights the dangers of tailgating and driver inattention on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801676, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 62-year-old male driver suffered neck abrasions after a collision in Queens. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash, resulting in moderate injury to the driver.

At 4:02 AM in Queens near 94-24 Hollis Court Blvd, a 62-year-old male driver operating a 2018 Nissan sedan traveling south went straight ahead when the vehicle's right front bumper struck an object. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was not ejected and remained conscious but sustained neck abrasions classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists no other contributing factors or victim behaviors. The driver held a valid New York license. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to self-injury and vehicle damage.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800543, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two drivers collided head-on on Grand Central Parkway. The SUV, traveling east, struck the sedan making a left turn westbound. Both drivers suffered moderate injuries, shock, and pain complaints. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield as key factors.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Grand Central Parkway involving a 2024 SUV traveling east and a 2024 sedan making a left turn westbound. The SUV struck the sedan with its left front bumper, causing center front end damage to both vehicles. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old male, was injured in the abdomen and pelvis area and was wearing a lap belt and harness. His contributing factor was unsafe speed. The sedan driver, a 49-year-old male, suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, also restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report identified failure to yield right-of-way by the sedan driver as a contributing factor. Both drivers experienced shock and complained of pain or nausea. No victims were ejected. The collision highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as primary causes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800578, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans traveling south collided on Laurelton Parkway late at night. The impact struck the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. A 21-year-old male driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on Laurelton Parkway collided at 11:10 p.m. The point of impact was the center back end of a 2014 Ford and the center front end of a 2021 BMW. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors to the crash. A 21-year-old male occupant driving one of the vehicles was injured, sustaining abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The collision caused damage to both vehicles at the points of impact. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801462, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 65-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered neck injuries after rear-ending a parked SUV. The crash happened mid-morning. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the collision. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:45 near 225-21 130 Avenue. A 65-year-old female driver of a 2021 Toyota SUV was entering a parked position when she struck the rear of a stationary 2016 Toyota SUV. The point of impact was the center front end of the moving vehicle and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustaining neck injuries described as whiplash with an injury severity level of 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles were registered in New York and driven by licensed female drivers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800305, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 25-year-old male driver suffered facial fractures in a high-speed collision. The sedan struck another vehicle head-on while disregarding traffic controls. The driver was unlicensed and injured but conscious, highlighting dangerous driver behavior and systemic risk.

According to the police report, a 25-year-old male driver operating a 2019 BMW sedan was involved in a crash at 18:30 near 146-49 Brookville Blvd. The driver was unlicensed and traveling southbound at an unsafe speed. The collision occurred with a station wagon/SUV, impacting the sedan's center front end and the SUV's left rear bumper. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The driver sustained a facial fracture, described as a distorted dislocation, and was conscious at the scene. No safety equipment was used by the driver. This crash underscores the dangers posed by unlicensed drivers who fail to obey traffic controls and drive recklessly, creating severe injury risks.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800424, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A moped carrying two eastbound riders collided with an eastbound SUV on S Conduit Ave. The SUV struck the moped’s left front bumper with its right front quarter panel. The moped passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries, conscious and bruised.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:54 on S Conduit Ave involving a 2010 Honda SUV and a 2023 JIAJU moped. The SUV was traveling east going straight ahead, while the moped was making a left turn eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front quarter panel striking the moped’s left front bumper. The moped carried two occupants, including a 41-year-old female passenger who sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries classified as contusions and bruises. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error. The moped driver was unlicensed, but the report does not list this as a contributing factor. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The SUV had no occupants besides the driver, who was licensed.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799846, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 37-year-old male motorcycle driver suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries after a collision on Francis Lewis Boulevard. The rider was conscious and not ejected. The crash involved impact to the motorcycle’s center front end, with no driver errors reported.

According to the police report, a 37-year-old male motorcycle driver, licensed in Pennsylvania, was traveling eastbound on Francis Lewis Boulevard when the crash occurred at 17:50. The motorcycle, a 2024 KAWK-MCL, sustained damage to its center front end. The rider was injured with abrasions and trauma to the knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or reckless driving. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported injured. The absence of listed driver errors or victim behaviors indicates the crash circumstances remain unclear, but the impact and injuries highlight the dangers motorcyclists face on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799767, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two vehicles traveling west on Sunrise Highway collided late at night. The SUV struck the sedan’s front end. A 46-year-old female driver suffered back injuries but remained conscious. Police cite other vehicular factors as contributing causes in this crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:20 p.m. on Sunrise Highway involving a 2016 Nissan SUV and a 2013 Toyota sedan, both traveling westbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. The 46-year-old female driver of the sedan was injured, sustaining back injuries and internal complaints, but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing causes for the crash, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying details. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The report does not assign fault to the injured driver and does not mention any victim behaviors contributing to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799492, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided head-on on 150 Street near Belt Parkway. The driver and a six-year-old passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries with whiplash. Police cited unsafe speed and driver distraction as contributing factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:30 on 150 Street near Belt Parkway involving two sedans traveling eastbound. The driver, a 37-year-old woman, and a six-year-old female passenger were injured, both sustaining knee and lower leg injuries and complaints of whiplash. The driver was wearing a lap belt and conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factors for both injured occupants. The vehicles impacted at the left front bumper and center back end, indicating a collision likely caused by failure to maintain control at speed and distracted driving. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by speeding and driver distraction on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800304, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Springfield Boulevard at 7:45 AM. A three-year-old passenger in one vehicle was injured and left in shock. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way, resulting in significant damage to both vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:45 AM on Springfield Boulevard involving two sedans traveling in opposite directions. One sedan was going straight north while the other was making a left turn southbound. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the northbound vehicle and the right side doors of the southbound vehicle. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error. A three-year-old female occupant in the sedan making the left turn was injured and experienced shock, restrained by a child safety seat in the middle rear seat. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. The collision caused damage to the right front bumper and right side doors of the respective vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799372, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided on Laurelton Parkway at night. A 24-year-old male driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The driver was conscious and restrained. No contributing driver errors were reported in the police data.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:08 on Laurelton Parkway involving two sedans traveling westbound. One driver, a 24-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was secured by a lap belt and harness. The report notes the point of impact as the front center and right front bumpers on the sedans. The SUV involved was changing lanes and impacted the left front bumper of another vehicle. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited as contributing factors in the report. The injured driver was not ejected from the vehicle. The data does not list any victim behaviors or other factors contributing to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799761, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 14-year-old boy suffered a head injury and concussion after being hit while crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal on 255 Street in Queens. The crash left him conscious but seriously hurt, highlighting dangers on city streets.

According to the police report, a 14-year-old male pedestrian was injured around 7:30 p.m. on 255 Street near Hillside Avenue in Queens. The boy was crossing at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when he was struck by an unspecified vehicle. The report notes the pedestrian was conscious but sustained a head injury and concussion, classified as injury severity level 3. The vehicle involved was unoccupied at the time of the report, and no driver errors or contributing factors were explicitly cited. The pedestrian's crossing without a signal is recorded but not identified as a contributing factor. The report focuses on the impact and injuries sustained, with no mention of driver license status or vehicle details, underscoring systemic risks pedestrians face even at marked crossings.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4799031, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Westbound SUV plows into sedan’s rear near 150th Street. Steel folds. A woman’s spine breaks. She stays conscious, seatbelt digging in, pain radiating. The crash leaves her body broken, the road echoing with the violence of speed and carelessness.

A violent rear-end collision unfolded on Belt Parkway near 150th Street when a westbound SUV struck the back of a sedan, according to the police report. The report states the SUV 'slammed into a sedan’s rear,' crushing the 35-year-old woman driving the sedan. She remained conscious but suffered severe back injuries as her seatbelt held her in place while the force of the crash broke her spine. The police report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver's failure to maintain a safe distance. No other contributing factors are cited for the victim. The impact crumpled the sedan’s center back end and the SUV’s front, underscoring the destructive consequences of tailgating on city highways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797652, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15