About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 26
▸ Crush Injuries 15
▸ Amputation 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 16
▸ Severe Lacerations 17
▸ Concussion 23
▸ Whiplash 92
▸ Contusion/Bruise 208
▸ Abrasion 130
▸ Pain/Nausea 65
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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She had the walk. The SUV turned right.
District 26: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 5, 2025
Just before 1 PM on Aug 31, at 30 St and 39 Ave, an SUV making a right turn struck a woman in the crosswalk. NYPD data lists “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.” She died at the scene (NYC Open Data).
She is one of 6 pedestrians killed in Council District 26 since 2022. Across all modes, the district counts 20 traffic deaths and 3,906 injuries in that span (NYC Open Data).
SUVs lead the harm for people on foot here, tied to 176 pedestrian injuries, including 3 deaths (NYC Open Data).
Where it keeps happening
Queens Boulevard. Northern Boulevard. The Brooklyn‑Queens Expressway. These are among the district’s worst locations by injuries and deaths (NYC Open Data).
Deaths spike late in the day. The records show fatalities at 5 PM and 6 PM, with more at 10 AM and 10 PM, a pattern that repeats year after year in this data window (NYC Open Data).
On July 18, 2024, a box‑truck driver turned right at Greenpoint Ave and 43 St and killed a 28‑year‑old cyclist. The listed factor was driver inattention (NYC Open Data).
The trend won’t quit
This year to date, crashes in District 26 are up 20.4% versus last year’s pace; injuries are up 22.5%. Recorded deaths are lower, but the bodies on the table still count as one each (NYC Open Data).
Right‑turn strikes keep showing up in the records. Failure to yield keeps showing up too—exact words from the city’s own fields in last week’s fatal crash at 30 St and 39 Ave (NYC Open Data).
The fixes are on the table
Daylighting the corners. Hardening the turns. Keeping trucks in check on tight, mixed‑use streets. These are not theories; they are standard tools the city already uses, often too slowly.
Council Member Julie Won backs a citywide daylighting bill, which would ban parking within 20 feet of crosswalks and add barriers at 1,000 intersections a year (Int 1138‑2024). “It isn’t unreasonable to invest under $10k to save the lives of children and all pedestrians with daylighting?” she said in August (Streetsblog NYC).
The same corner tools would have helped at 30 St and 39 Ave, where a right turn met a crosswalk.
Who moves now
Your Council Member is Julie Won. Your Albany delegation includes Assembly Member Steven Raga (AD 30) and State Senator Michael Gianaris (SD 12). The public record here shows Won co‑sponsoring the daylighting bill (Int 1138‑2024). The record shown here does not list positions by Raga or Gianaris on a state bill to rein in repeat speeders. What gives?
Citywide, we also need slower default speeds and to force the worst offenders to slow down. Both steps are laid out with contacts and scripts on our Take Action page.
One woman died at 30 St and 39 Ave. The next turn is ours to fix.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What happened at 30 St and 39 Ave on Aug 31?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4838875 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-05
- We Told You So! DOT’s Anti-Daylighting ‘Scare Tactic’ Now Fuels Pro-Car Pols, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-08
- File Int 1138-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2024-12-05
Fix the Problem
Council Member Julie Won
District 26
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Steven Raga
District 30
State Senator Michael Gianaris
District 12
▸ Other Geographies
District 26 Council District 26 sits in Queens, Precinct 108, AD 30, SD 12.
It contains Queensbridge-Ravenswood-Dutch Kills, Sunnyside Yards (North), Long Island City-Hunters Point, Sunnyside, Woodside, Sunnyside Yards (South), Calvary & Mount Zion Cemeteries, Queens CB2.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Council District 26
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Hits Taxi Head-On▸Apr 30 - A taxi and sedan crashed head-on on Northern Boulevard. Steel tore steel. A young woman in the back seat bled from the face. The sedan driver had no license. Lane misuse and failure to yield fueled the wreck. Three people left hurt.
A taxi and a sedan collided head-on on Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a southbound sedan slammed head-on. A 25-year-old woman in the back seat bled from the face. She wore a harness. The sedan driver had no license.' Three people were injured: the 25-year-old rear passenger suffered severe facial bleeding, the sedan driver had minor eye bleeding, and the taxi driver complained of neck pain. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash.
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Speeding Driver Strikes Down Pedestrian on Jackson▸Apr 28 - A car tore down Jackson Avenue. It hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 50th. The impact was head-on. He died on the street. The night was silent. The driver moved too fast. The man never rose.
A 58-year-old man was killed at the corner of Jackson Avenue and 50th Avenue. According to the police report, he was crossing the intersection when a car, traveling at unsafe speed, struck him head-on. The report states: "A car came fast, struck him head-on. He died there, alone on the asphalt." The contributing factor listed is "Unsafe Speed." The data shows the driver was going straight ahead and hit the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors are listed. The man suffered fatal head injuries. No information is provided about the driver or vehicle type.
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Bus Hits E-Bike Head-On in Queens▸Apr 20 - A bus struck an e-bike head-on near Jackson Avenue. The rider flew from his seat. His helmet landed on the street. His head struck hard. He died there. The lights blinked. The city moved on.
A bus collided head-on with an e-bike on Queens Boulevard near Jackson Avenue in Queens. The 43-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and killed. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The bus, traveling east, struck the e-bike, which was heading south. The rider's helmet came off in the crash. The report notes the rider suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. Other bus occupants were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the deadly risk when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Teen E-Biker Thrown After Striking Pickup▸Mar 21 - A 15-year-old on an e-bike hit the back of a Ford pickup on Queens Boulevard. He flew off, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The truck kept moving. The boy was left injured, conscious, on the street.
A 15-year-old boy riding an e-bike struck the rear of a Ford pickup truck on Queens Boulevard near 42nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, 'A 15-year-old boy on an e-bike struck the rear of a Ford pickup. He flew, hit the pavement hard. Blood from his head pooled on the asphalt. The truck kept going, straight into the sun.' The boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pickup truck did not stop after the crash. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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SUV Slams Sedan on BQE, Driver Crushed▸Mar 13 - An SUV plowed into a Mercedes on the BQE. Metal screamed. The Mercedes driver, fifty, was pinned and broke his back. Distraction ruled the night. The crash left silence and pain in its wake.
A westbound SUV struck the rear of a 2019 Mercedes sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The Mercedes driver, a 50-year-old man, suffered severe crush injuries and a broken back. According to the police report, 'A westbound SUV slammed into the rear of a 2019 Mercedes. The driver, 50, was crushed in his seat. His back broken, his night ended in steel and silence. Distraction was behind the wheel.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other errors or contributing factors are cited. The crash left one driver injured, with no mention of other victims.
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Unlicensed Teen Ejected in Queens Motorcycle Crash▸Mar 8 - A teen on a motorcycle slammed into an SUV turning left on Northern Boulevard. He flew from the seat, face torn open. No helmet. No license. Blood on the asphalt. The road stayed quiet. The city did not stop.
An unlicensed 18-year-old man riding a Jiajue motorcycle struck a Nissan SUV making a left turn at Northern Boulevard and 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the teen was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered severe facial lacerations. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore no helmet and had no license. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The crash left blood on the street, another mark in the city’s toll.
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Van Turns, Strikes Teen Girl in Queens▸Dec 19 - A van turned right on Steinway Street. Its rear struck a sixteen-year-old girl crossing. She hit the cold asphalt. Broken pelvis. She stayed conscious. The street held her. The van kept moving. The city did not stop.
A van making a right turn on Steinway Street near 35th Avenue struck a sixteen-year-old girl as she crossed the intersection. According to the police report, 'the right rear struck her pelvis. She fell hard. Cold asphalt. Broken bones. Eyes open. Breathing.' The girl suffered crush injuries to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the crash. No injuries were reported among the van's occupants. The data shows the driver was licensed and making a right turn when the impact occurred. The report does not list any helmet or signal issues.
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SUV Slams Into Darkness, Rear Passengers Injured▸Nov 5 - A Honda SUV tore through the dark on the Long Island Expressway. Metal buckled. Two rear passengers bled—one from the head, one from the leg. Speed and chaos ruled. The other car vanished. The toll: pain, blood, and broken silence.
On the Long Island Expressway at 4:37 a.m., a 2003 Honda SUV crashed, injuring two rear passengers—a 65-year-old man with severe leg lacerations and a 44-year-old woman with severe head wounds. According to the police report, 'A 2003 Honda slammed into darkness. The right front crumpled. In the back, a man and woman bled from head and leg. Speed chased shadows. The other car never stopped.' The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver and front passenger were also involved but not seriously hurt. The crash left the SUV’s front end mangled. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Motorcyclist Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸Oct 14 - A motorcycle slammed into a parked sedan on Review Avenue. The rider flew off, helmet on, blood streaming from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved. Driver inattention marked the crash. Metal and flesh met hard.
A motorcycle collided with a parked sedan on Review Avenue near 37th Street in Queens. The 30-year-old rider was ejected from his seat, suffering severe bleeding to his face but remained conscious. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle struck a parked sedan. The rider, 30, flew from the seat. His helmet stayed on. Blood ran from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan was stationary at the time of the crash and its occupants were not injured. The rider’s helmet remained on throughout the incident, as noted in the data.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Kills Unhelmeted Motorcyclist▸Oct 10 - A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on at 40th Avenue and 12th Street. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was thrown from his bike and died on the pavement. The crash left a mark under the gray Queens sky.
A sedan collided head-on with a motorcycle at the corner of 40th Avenue and 12th Street in Queens. The 37-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on. The unlicensed rider, 37, wore no helmet. He flew from the bike, landed headfirst on the pavement, and died beneath a gray Queens sky.' The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling north; the motorcycle was heading east. The rider was unlicensed and wore no helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is the sedan driver's failure to yield.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on 57th Street▸Sep 23 - A KIA turned right near 57th Street. Its bumper hit a man standing in the road. His arm tore open. Blood spilled onto Queens pavement. The driver looked away, distracted by something outside. The night stayed silent. The wound did not.
A 42-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his arm when a KIA sedan, making a right turn near 57th Street in Queens, struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'the driver looked away—distracted by something outside the car.' The crash occurred at 1:55 a.m. The pedestrian was standing in the roadway when the impact happened. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as the contributing factor for the driver. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. Other vehicle occupants were not reported injured. The parked Lexus sedan was not involved in the impact.
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Ford Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Bloodied▸Sep 9 - A Ford turned left on Northern Boulevard. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, hit pavement, leg torn open. Blood pooled. He stayed awake, helmet on, pain sharp in the night.
A crash at Northern Boulevard and Steinway Street in Queens left a 31-year-old cyclist badly injured. According to the police report, a Ford car made a left turn while the cyclist traveled straight. The impact threw the cyclist to the ground, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike but remained conscious, helmet on, as blood pooled on the street. No other injuries were reported. The driver’s actions created a deadly risk at the intersection, exposing the cyclist to grave harm.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Losing Control on Maurice Avenue▸Aug 29 - A man on an e-bike sped down Maurice Avenue. He lost control. He flew from the bike. His helmet struck the street. The road was empty. He died there. Speed and inexperience marked his last ride.
A 48-year-old man riding a FLY E-BIKE southbound on Maurice Avenue was killed after losing control and being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'Maurice Avenue — A 48-year-old man on a FLY E-BIKE sped south, lost control, and was thrown. He wore a helmet. His head struck the street. The road was empty. The bike lay still. He did not move again.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, but the impact proved fatal. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the street silent, marked only by the fallen bike and the man who did not rise.
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Scooter Rider Ejected, Leg Torn in Queens Crash▸Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Apr 30 - A taxi and sedan crashed head-on on Northern Boulevard. Steel tore steel. A young woman in the back seat bled from the face. The sedan driver had no license. Lane misuse and failure to yield fueled the wreck. Three people left hurt.
A taxi and a sedan collided head-on on Northern Boulevard. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a southbound sedan slammed head-on. A 25-year-old woman in the back seat bled from the face. She wore a harness. The sedan driver had no license.' Three people were injured: the 25-year-old rear passenger suffered severe facial bleeding, the sedan driver had minor eye bleeding, and the taxi driver complained of neck pain. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash.
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Speeding Driver Strikes Down Pedestrian on Jackson▸Apr 28 - A car tore down Jackson Avenue. It hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 50th. The impact was head-on. He died on the street. The night was silent. The driver moved too fast. The man never rose.
A 58-year-old man was killed at the corner of Jackson Avenue and 50th Avenue. According to the police report, he was crossing the intersection when a car, traveling at unsafe speed, struck him head-on. The report states: "A car came fast, struck him head-on. He died there, alone on the asphalt." The contributing factor listed is "Unsafe Speed." The data shows the driver was going straight ahead and hit the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors are listed. The man suffered fatal head injuries. No information is provided about the driver or vehicle type.
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Bus Hits E-Bike Head-On in Queens▸Apr 20 - A bus struck an e-bike head-on near Jackson Avenue. The rider flew from his seat. His helmet landed on the street. His head struck hard. He died there. The lights blinked. The city moved on.
A bus collided head-on with an e-bike on Queens Boulevard near Jackson Avenue in Queens. The 43-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and killed. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The bus, traveling east, struck the e-bike, which was heading south. The rider's helmet came off in the crash. The report notes the rider suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. Other bus occupants were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the deadly risk when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Teen E-Biker Thrown After Striking Pickup▸Mar 21 - A 15-year-old on an e-bike hit the back of a Ford pickup on Queens Boulevard. He flew off, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The truck kept moving. The boy was left injured, conscious, on the street.
A 15-year-old boy riding an e-bike struck the rear of a Ford pickup truck on Queens Boulevard near 42nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, 'A 15-year-old boy on an e-bike struck the rear of a Ford pickup. He flew, hit the pavement hard. Blood from his head pooled on the asphalt. The truck kept going, straight into the sun.' The boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pickup truck did not stop after the crash. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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SUV Slams Sedan on BQE, Driver Crushed▸Mar 13 - An SUV plowed into a Mercedes on the BQE. Metal screamed. The Mercedes driver, fifty, was pinned and broke his back. Distraction ruled the night. The crash left silence and pain in its wake.
A westbound SUV struck the rear of a 2019 Mercedes sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The Mercedes driver, a 50-year-old man, suffered severe crush injuries and a broken back. According to the police report, 'A westbound SUV slammed into the rear of a 2019 Mercedes. The driver, 50, was crushed in his seat. His back broken, his night ended in steel and silence. Distraction was behind the wheel.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other errors or contributing factors are cited. The crash left one driver injured, with no mention of other victims.
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Unlicensed Teen Ejected in Queens Motorcycle Crash▸Mar 8 - A teen on a motorcycle slammed into an SUV turning left on Northern Boulevard. He flew from the seat, face torn open. No helmet. No license. Blood on the asphalt. The road stayed quiet. The city did not stop.
An unlicensed 18-year-old man riding a Jiajue motorcycle struck a Nissan SUV making a left turn at Northern Boulevard and 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the teen was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered severe facial lacerations. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore no helmet and had no license. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The crash left blood on the street, another mark in the city’s toll.
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Van Turns, Strikes Teen Girl in Queens▸Dec 19 - A van turned right on Steinway Street. Its rear struck a sixteen-year-old girl crossing. She hit the cold asphalt. Broken pelvis. She stayed conscious. The street held her. The van kept moving. The city did not stop.
A van making a right turn on Steinway Street near 35th Avenue struck a sixteen-year-old girl as she crossed the intersection. According to the police report, 'the right rear struck her pelvis. She fell hard. Cold asphalt. Broken bones. Eyes open. Breathing.' The girl suffered crush injuries to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the crash. No injuries were reported among the van's occupants. The data shows the driver was licensed and making a right turn when the impact occurred. The report does not list any helmet or signal issues.
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SUV Slams Into Darkness, Rear Passengers Injured▸Nov 5 - A Honda SUV tore through the dark on the Long Island Expressway. Metal buckled. Two rear passengers bled—one from the head, one from the leg. Speed and chaos ruled. The other car vanished. The toll: pain, blood, and broken silence.
On the Long Island Expressway at 4:37 a.m., a 2003 Honda SUV crashed, injuring two rear passengers—a 65-year-old man with severe leg lacerations and a 44-year-old woman with severe head wounds. According to the police report, 'A 2003 Honda slammed into darkness. The right front crumpled. In the back, a man and woman bled from head and leg. Speed chased shadows. The other car never stopped.' The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver and front passenger were also involved but not seriously hurt. The crash left the SUV’s front end mangled. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Motorcyclist Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸Oct 14 - A motorcycle slammed into a parked sedan on Review Avenue. The rider flew off, helmet on, blood streaming from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved. Driver inattention marked the crash. Metal and flesh met hard.
A motorcycle collided with a parked sedan on Review Avenue near 37th Street in Queens. The 30-year-old rider was ejected from his seat, suffering severe bleeding to his face but remained conscious. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle struck a parked sedan. The rider, 30, flew from the seat. His helmet stayed on. Blood ran from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan was stationary at the time of the crash and its occupants were not injured. The rider’s helmet remained on throughout the incident, as noted in the data.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Kills Unhelmeted Motorcyclist▸Oct 10 - A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on at 40th Avenue and 12th Street. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was thrown from his bike and died on the pavement. The crash left a mark under the gray Queens sky.
A sedan collided head-on with a motorcycle at the corner of 40th Avenue and 12th Street in Queens. The 37-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on. The unlicensed rider, 37, wore no helmet. He flew from the bike, landed headfirst on the pavement, and died beneath a gray Queens sky.' The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling north; the motorcycle was heading east. The rider was unlicensed and wore no helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is the sedan driver's failure to yield.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on 57th Street▸Sep 23 - A KIA turned right near 57th Street. Its bumper hit a man standing in the road. His arm tore open. Blood spilled onto Queens pavement. The driver looked away, distracted by something outside. The night stayed silent. The wound did not.
A 42-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his arm when a KIA sedan, making a right turn near 57th Street in Queens, struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'the driver looked away—distracted by something outside the car.' The crash occurred at 1:55 a.m. The pedestrian was standing in the roadway when the impact happened. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as the contributing factor for the driver. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. Other vehicle occupants were not reported injured. The parked Lexus sedan was not involved in the impact.
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Ford Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Bloodied▸Sep 9 - A Ford turned left on Northern Boulevard. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, hit pavement, leg torn open. Blood pooled. He stayed awake, helmet on, pain sharp in the night.
A crash at Northern Boulevard and Steinway Street in Queens left a 31-year-old cyclist badly injured. According to the police report, a Ford car made a left turn while the cyclist traveled straight. The impact threw the cyclist to the ground, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike but remained conscious, helmet on, as blood pooled on the street. No other injuries were reported. The driver’s actions created a deadly risk at the intersection, exposing the cyclist to grave harm.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Losing Control on Maurice Avenue▸Aug 29 - A man on an e-bike sped down Maurice Avenue. He lost control. He flew from the bike. His helmet struck the street. The road was empty. He died there. Speed and inexperience marked his last ride.
A 48-year-old man riding a FLY E-BIKE southbound on Maurice Avenue was killed after losing control and being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'Maurice Avenue — A 48-year-old man on a FLY E-BIKE sped south, lost control, and was thrown. He wore a helmet. His head struck the street. The road was empty. The bike lay still. He did not move again.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, but the impact proved fatal. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the street silent, marked only by the fallen bike and the man who did not rise.
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Scooter Rider Ejected, Leg Torn in Queens Crash▸Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Apr 28 - A car tore down Jackson Avenue. It hit a 58-year-old man crossing at 50th. The impact was head-on. He died on the street. The night was silent. The driver moved too fast. The man never rose.
A 58-year-old man was killed at the corner of Jackson Avenue and 50th Avenue. According to the police report, he was crossing the intersection when a car, traveling at unsafe speed, struck him head-on. The report states: "A car came fast, struck him head-on. He died there, alone on the asphalt." The contributing factor listed is "Unsafe Speed." The data shows the driver was going straight ahead and hit the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. No other contributing factors are listed. The man suffered fatal head injuries. No information is provided about the driver or vehicle type.
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Bus Hits E-Bike Head-On in Queens▸Apr 20 - A bus struck an e-bike head-on near Jackson Avenue. The rider flew from his seat. His helmet landed on the street. His head struck hard. He died there. The lights blinked. The city moved on.
A bus collided head-on with an e-bike on Queens Boulevard near Jackson Avenue in Queens. The 43-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and killed. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The bus, traveling east, struck the e-bike, which was heading south. The rider's helmet came off in the crash. The report notes the rider suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. Other bus occupants were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the deadly risk when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Teen E-Biker Thrown After Striking Pickup▸Mar 21 - A 15-year-old on an e-bike hit the back of a Ford pickup on Queens Boulevard. He flew off, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The truck kept moving. The boy was left injured, conscious, on the street.
A 15-year-old boy riding an e-bike struck the rear of a Ford pickup truck on Queens Boulevard near 42nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, 'A 15-year-old boy on an e-bike struck the rear of a Ford pickup. He flew, hit the pavement hard. Blood from his head pooled on the asphalt. The truck kept going, straight into the sun.' The boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pickup truck did not stop after the crash. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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SUV Slams Sedan on BQE, Driver Crushed▸Mar 13 - An SUV plowed into a Mercedes on the BQE. Metal screamed. The Mercedes driver, fifty, was pinned and broke his back. Distraction ruled the night. The crash left silence and pain in its wake.
A westbound SUV struck the rear of a 2019 Mercedes sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The Mercedes driver, a 50-year-old man, suffered severe crush injuries and a broken back. According to the police report, 'A westbound SUV slammed into the rear of a 2019 Mercedes. The driver, 50, was crushed in his seat. His back broken, his night ended in steel and silence. Distraction was behind the wheel.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other errors or contributing factors are cited. The crash left one driver injured, with no mention of other victims.
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Unlicensed Teen Ejected in Queens Motorcycle Crash▸Mar 8 - A teen on a motorcycle slammed into an SUV turning left on Northern Boulevard. He flew from the seat, face torn open. No helmet. No license. Blood on the asphalt. The road stayed quiet. The city did not stop.
An unlicensed 18-year-old man riding a Jiajue motorcycle struck a Nissan SUV making a left turn at Northern Boulevard and 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the teen was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered severe facial lacerations. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore no helmet and had no license. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The crash left blood on the street, another mark in the city’s toll.
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Van Turns, Strikes Teen Girl in Queens▸Dec 19 - A van turned right on Steinway Street. Its rear struck a sixteen-year-old girl crossing. She hit the cold asphalt. Broken pelvis. She stayed conscious. The street held her. The van kept moving. The city did not stop.
A van making a right turn on Steinway Street near 35th Avenue struck a sixteen-year-old girl as she crossed the intersection. According to the police report, 'the right rear struck her pelvis. She fell hard. Cold asphalt. Broken bones. Eyes open. Breathing.' The girl suffered crush injuries to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the crash. No injuries were reported among the van's occupants. The data shows the driver was licensed and making a right turn when the impact occurred. The report does not list any helmet or signal issues.
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SUV Slams Into Darkness, Rear Passengers Injured▸Nov 5 - A Honda SUV tore through the dark on the Long Island Expressway. Metal buckled. Two rear passengers bled—one from the head, one from the leg. Speed and chaos ruled. The other car vanished. The toll: pain, blood, and broken silence.
On the Long Island Expressway at 4:37 a.m., a 2003 Honda SUV crashed, injuring two rear passengers—a 65-year-old man with severe leg lacerations and a 44-year-old woman with severe head wounds. According to the police report, 'A 2003 Honda slammed into darkness. The right front crumpled. In the back, a man and woman bled from head and leg. Speed chased shadows. The other car never stopped.' The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver and front passenger were also involved but not seriously hurt. The crash left the SUV’s front end mangled. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Motorcyclist Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸Oct 14 - A motorcycle slammed into a parked sedan on Review Avenue. The rider flew off, helmet on, blood streaming from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved. Driver inattention marked the crash. Metal and flesh met hard.
A motorcycle collided with a parked sedan on Review Avenue near 37th Street in Queens. The 30-year-old rider was ejected from his seat, suffering severe bleeding to his face but remained conscious. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle struck a parked sedan. The rider, 30, flew from the seat. His helmet stayed on. Blood ran from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan was stationary at the time of the crash and its occupants were not injured. The rider’s helmet remained on throughout the incident, as noted in the data.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Kills Unhelmeted Motorcyclist▸Oct 10 - A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on at 40th Avenue and 12th Street. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was thrown from his bike and died on the pavement. The crash left a mark under the gray Queens sky.
A sedan collided head-on with a motorcycle at the corner of 40th Avenue and 12th Street in Queens. The 37-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on. The unlicensed rider, 37, wore no helmet. He flew from the bike, landed headfirst on the pavement, and died beneath a gray Queens sky.' The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling north; the motorcycle was heading east. The rider was unlicensed and wore no helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is the sedan driver's failure to yield.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on 57th Street▸Sep 23 - A KIA turned right near 57th Street. Its bumper hit a man standing in the road. His arm tore open. Blood spilled onto Queens pavement. The driver looked away, distracted by something outside. The night stayed silent. The wound did not.
A 42-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his arm when a KIA sedan, making a right turn near 57th Street in Queens, struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'the driver looked away—distracted by something outside the car.' The crash occurred at 1:55 a.m. The pedestrian was standing in the roadway when the impact happened. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as the contributing factor for the driver. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. Other vehicle occupants were not reported injured. The parked Lexus sedan was not involved in the impact.
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Ford Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Bloodied▸Sep 9 - A Ford turned left on Northern Boulevard. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, hit pavement, leg torn open. Blood pooled. He stayed awake, helmet on, pain sharp in the night.
A crash at Northern Boulevard and Steinway Street in Queens left a 31-year-old cyclist badly injured. According to the police report, a Ford car made a left turn while the cyclist traveled straight. The impact threw the cyclist to the ground, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike but remained conscious, helmet on, as blood pooled on the street. No other injuries were reported. The driver’s actions created a deadly risk at the intersection, exposing the cyclist to grave harm.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Losing Control on Maurice Avenue▸Aug 29 - A man on an e-bike sped down Maurice Avenue. He lost control. He flew from the bike. His helmet struck the street. The road was empty. He died there. Speed and inexperience marked his last ride.
A 48-year-old man riding a FLY E-BIKE southbound on Maurice Avenue was killed after losing control and being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'Maurice Avenue — A 48-year-old man on a FLY E-BIKE sped south, lost control, and was thrown. He wore a helmet. His head struck the street. The road was empty. The bike lay still. He did not move again.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, but the impact proved fatal. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the street silent, marked only by the fallen bike and the man who did not rise.
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Scooter Rider Ejected, Leg Torn in Queens Crash▸Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Apr 20 - A bus struck an e-bike head-on near Jackson Avenue. The rider flew from his seat. His helmet landed on the street. His head struck hard. He died there. The lights blinked. The city moved on.
A bus collided head-on with an e-bike on Queens Boulevard near Jackson Avenue in Queens. The 43-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and killed. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. The bus, traveling east, struck the e-bike, which was heading south. The rider's helmet came off in the crash. The report notes the rider suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. Other bus occupants were not seriously hurt. The crash underscores the deadly risk when drivers disregard traffic controls.
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Teen E-Biker Thrown After Striking Pickup▸Mar 21 - A 15-year-old on an e-bike hit the back of a Ford pickup on Queens Boulevard. He flew off, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The truck kept moving. The boy was left injured, conscious, on the street.
A 15-year-old boy riding an e-bike struck the rear of a Ford pickup truck on Queens Boulevard near 42nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, 'A 15-year-old boy on an e-bike struck the rear of a Ford pickup. He flew, hit the pavement hard. Blood from his head pooled on the asphalt. The truck kept going, straight into the sun.' The boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pickup truck did not stop after the crash. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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SUV Slams Sedan on BQE, Driver Crushed▸Mar 13 - An SUV plowed into a Mercedes on the BQE. Metal screamed. The Mercedes driver, fifty, was pinned and broke his back. Distraction ruled the night. The crash left silence and pain in its wake.
A westbound SUV struck the rear of a 2019 Mercedes sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The Mercedes driver, a 50-year-old man, suffered severe crush injuries and a broken back. According to the police report, 'A westbound SUV slammed into the rear of a 2019 Mercedes. The driver, 50, was crushed in his seat. His back broken, his night ended in steel and silence. Distraction was behind the wheel.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other errors or contributing factors are cited. The crash left one driver injured, with no mention of other victims.
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Unlicensed Teen Ejected in Queens Motorcycle Crash▸Mar 8 - A teen on a motorcycle slammed into an SUV turning left on Northern Boulevard. He flew from the seat, face torn open. No helmet. No license. Blood on the asphalt. The road stayed quiet. The city did not stop.
An unlicensed 18-year-old man riding a Jiajue motorcycle struck a Nissan SUV making a left turn at Northern Boulevard and 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the teen was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered severe facial lacerations. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore no helmet and had no license. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The crash left blood on the street, another mark in the city’s toll.
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Van Turns, Strikes Teen Girl in Queens▸Dec 19 - A van turned right on Steinway Street. Its rear struck a sixteen-year-old girl crossing. She hit the cold asphalt. Broken pelvis. She stayed conscious. The street held her. The van kept moving. The city did not stop.
A van making a right turn on Steinway Street near 35th Avenue struck a sixteen-year-old girl as she crossed the intersection. According to the police report, 'the right rear struck her pelvis. She fell hard. Cold asphalt. Broken bones. Eyes open. Breathing.' The girl suffered crush injuries to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the crash. No injuries were reported among the van's occupants. The data shows the driver was licensed and making a right turn when the impact occurred. The report does not list any helmet or signal issues.
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SUV Slams Into Darkness, Rear Passengers Injured▸Nov 5 - A Honda SUV tore through the dark on the Long Island Expressway. Metal buckled. Two rear passengers bled—one from the head, one from the leg. Speed and chaos ruled. The other car vanished. The toll: pain, blood, and broken silence.
On the Long Island Expressway at 4:37 a.m., a 2003 Honda SUV crashed, injuring two rear passengers—a 65-year-old man with severe leg lacerations and a 44-year-old woman with severe head wounds. According to the police report, 'A 2003 Honda slammed into darkness. The right front crumpled. In the back, a man and woman bled from head and leg. Speed chased shadows. The other car never stopped.' The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver and front passenger were also involved but not seriously hurt. The crash left the SUV’s front end mangled. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Motorcyclist Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸Oct 14 - A motorcycle slammed into a parked sedan on Review Avenue. The rider flew off, helmet on, blood streaming from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved. Driver inattention marked the crash. Metal and flesh met hard.
A motorcycle collided with a parked sedan on Review Avenue near 37th Street in Queens. The 30-year-old rider was ejected from his seat, suffering severe bleeding to his face but remained conscious. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle struck a parked sedan. The rider, 30, flew from the seat. His helmet stayed on. Blood ran from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan was stationary at the time of the crash and its occupants were not injured. The rider’s helmet remained on throughout the incident, as noted in the data.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Kills Unhelmeted Motorcyclist▸Oct 10 - A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on at 40th Avenue and 12th Street. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was thrown from his bike and died on the pavement. The crash left a mark under the gray Queens sky.
A sedan collided head-on with a motorcycle at the corner of 40th Avenue and 12th Street in Queens. The 37-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on. The unlicensed rider, 37, wore no helmet. He flew from the bike, landed headfirst on the pavement, and died beneath a gray Queens sky.' The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling north; the motorcycle was heading east. The rider was unlicensed and wore no helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is the sedan driver's failure to yield.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on 57th Street▸Sep 23 - A KIA turned right near 57th Street. Its bumper hit a man standing in the road. His arm tore open. Blood spilled onto Queens pavement. The driver looked away, distracted by something outside. The night stayed silent. The wound did not.
A 42-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his arm when a KIA sedan, making a right turn near 57th Street in Queens, struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'the driver looked away—distracted by something outside the car.' The crash occurred at 1:55 a.m. The pedestrian was standing in the roadway when the impact happened. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as the contributing factor for the driver. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. Other vehicle occupants were not reported injured. The parked Lexus sedan was not involved in the impact.
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Ford Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Bloodied▸Sep 9 - A Ford turned left on Northern Boulevard. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, hit pavement, leg torn open. Blood pooled. He stayed awake, helmet on, pain sharp in the night.
A crash at Northern Boulevard and Steinway Street in Queens left a 31-year-old cyclist badly injured. According to the police report, a Ford car made a left turn while the cyclist traveled straight. The impact threw the cyclist to the ground, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike but remained conscious, helmet on, as blood pooled on the street. No other injuries were reported. The driver’s actions created a deadly risk at the intersection, exposing the cyclist to grave harm.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Losing Control on Maurice Avenue▸Aug 29 - A man on an e-bike sped down Maurice Avenue. He lost control. He flew from the bike. His helmet struck the street. The road was empty. He died there. Speed and inexperience marked his last ride.
A 48-year-old man riding a FLY E-BIKE southbound on Maurice Avenue was killed after losing control and being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'Maurice Avenue — A 48-year-old man on a FLY E-BIKE sped south, lost control, and was thrown. He wore a helmet. His head struck the street. The road was empty. The bike lay still. He did not move again.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, but the impact proved fatal. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the street silent, marked only by the fallen bike and the man who did not rise.
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Scooter Rider Ejected, Leg Torn in Queens Crash▸Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Mar 21 - A 15-year-old on an e-bike hit the back of a Ford pickup on Queens Boulevard. He flew off, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The truck kept moving. The boy was left injured, conscious, on the street.
A 15-year-old boy riding an e-bike struck the rear of a Ford pickup truck on Queens Boulevard near 42nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, 'A 15-year-old boy on an e-bike struck the rear of a Ford pickup. He flew, hit the pavement hard. Blood from his head pooled on the asphalt. The truck kept going, straight into the sun.' The boy was ejected from his bike, suffering severe head lacerations but remained conscious. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The pickup truck did not stop after the crash. No helmet use or signaling is mentioned as a factor in the report.
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SUV Slams Sedan on BQE, Driver Crushed▸Mar 13 - An SUV plowed into a Mercedes on the BQE. Metal screamed. The Mercedes driver, fifty, was pinned and broke his back. Distraction ruled the night. The crash left silence and pain in its wake.
A westbound SUV struck the rear of a 2019 Mercedes sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The Mercedes driver, a 50-year-old man, suffered severe crush injuries and a broken back. According to the police report, 'A westbound SUV slammed into the rear of a 2019 Mercedes. The driver, 50, was crushed in his seat. His back broken, his night ended in steel and silence. Distraction was behind the wheel.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other errors or contributing factors are cited. The crash left one driver injured, with no mention of other victims.
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Unlicensed Teen Ejected in Queens Motorcycle Crash▸Mar 8 - A teen on a motorcycle slammed into an SUV turning left on Northern Boulevard. He flew from the seat, face torn open. No helmet. No license. Blood on the asphalt. The road stayed quiet. The city did not stop.
An unlicensed 18-year-old man riding a Jiajue motorcycle struck a Nissan SUV making a left turn at Northern Boulevard and 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the teen was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered severe facial lacerations. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore no helmet and had no license. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The crash left blood on the street, another mark in the city’s toll.
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Van Turns, Strikes Teen Girl in Queens▸Dec 19 - A van turned right on Steinway Street. Its rear struck a sixteen-year-old girl crossing. She hit the cold asphalt. Broken pelvis. She stayed conscious. The street held her. The van kept moving. The city did not stop.
A van making a right turn on Steinway Street near 35th Avenue struck a sixteen-year-old girl as she crossed the intersection. According to the police report, 'the right rear struck her pelvis. She fell hard. Cold asphalt. Broken bones. Eyes open. Breathing.' The girl suffered crush injuries to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the crash. No injuries were reported among the van's occupants. The data shows the driver was licensed and making a right turn when the impact occurred. The report does not list any helmet or signal issues.
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SUV Slams Into Darkness, Rear Passengers Injured▸Nov 5 - A Honda SUV tore through the dark on the Long Island Expressway. Metal buckled. Two rear passengers bled—one from the head, one from the leg. Speed and chaos ruled. The other car vanished. The toll: pain, blood, and broken silence.
On the Long Island Expressway at 4:37 a.m., a 2003 Honda SUV crashed, injuring two rear passengers—a 65-year-old man with severe leg lacerations and a 44-year-old woman with severe head wounds. According to the police report, 'A 2003 Honda slammed into darkness. The right front crumpled. In the back, a man and woman bled from head and leg. Speed chased shadows. The other car never stopped.' The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver and front passenger were also involved but not seriously hurt. The crash left the SUV’s front end mangled. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Motorcyclist Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸Oct 14 - A motorcycle slammed into a parked sedan on Review Avenue. The rider flew off, helmet on, blood streaming from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved. Driver inattention marked the crash. Metal and flesh met hard.
A motorcycle collided with a parked sedan on Review Avenue near 37th Street in Queens. The 30-year-old rider was ejected from his seat, suffering severe bleeding to his face but remained conscious. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle struck a parked sedan. The rider, 30, flew from the seat. His helmet stayed on. Blood ran from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan was stationary at the time of the crash and its occupants were not injured. The rider’s helmet remained on throughout the incident, as noted in the data.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Kills Unhelmeted Motorcyclist▸Oct 10 - A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on at 40th Avenue and 12th Street. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was thrown from his bike and died on the pavement. The crash left a mark under the gray Queens sky.
A sedan collided head-on with a motorcycle at the corner of 40th Avenue and 12th Street in Queens. The 37-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on. The unlicensed rider, 37, wore no helmet. He flew from the bike, landed headfirst on the pavement, and died beneath a gray Queens sky.' The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling north; the motorcycle was heading east. The rider was unlicensed and wore no helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is the sedan driver's failure to yield.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on 57th Street▸Sep 23 - A KIA turned right near 57th Street. Its bumper hit a man standing in the road. His arm tore open. Blood spilled onto Queens pavement. The driver looked away, distracted by something outside. The night stayed silent. The wound did not.
A 42-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his arm when a KIA sedan, making a right turn near 57th Street in Queens, struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'the driver looked away—distracted by something outside the car.' The crash occurred at 1:55 a.m. The pedestrian was standing in the roadway when the impact happened. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as the contributing factor for the driver. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. Other vehicle occupants were not reported injured. The parked Lexus sedan was not involved in the impact.
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Ford Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Bloodied▸Sep 9 - A Ford turned left on Northern Boulevard. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, hit pavement, leg torn open. Blood pooled. He stayed awake, helmet on, pain sharp in the night.
A crash at Northern Boulevard and Steinway Street in Queens left a 31-year-old cyclist badly injured. According to the police report, a Ford car made a left turn while the cyclist traveled straight. The impact threw the cyclist to the ground, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike but remained conscious, helmet on, as blood pooled on the street. No other injuries were reported. The driver’s actions created a deadly risk at the intersection, exposing the cyclist to grave harm.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Losing Control on Maurice Avenue▸Aug 29 - A man on an e-bike sped down Maurice Avenue. He lost control. He flew from the bike. His helmet struck the street. The road was empty. He died there. Speed and inexperience marked his last ride.
A 48-year-old man riding a FLY E-BIKE southbound on Maurice Avenue was killed after losing control and being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'Maurice Avenue — A 48-year-old man on a FLY E-BIKE sped south, lost control, and was thrown. He wore a helmet. His head struck the street. The road was empty. The bike lay still. He did not move again.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, but the impact proved fatal. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the street silent, marked only by the fallen bike and the man who did not rise.
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Scooter Rider Ejected, Leg Torn in Queens Crash▸Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Mar 13 - An SUV plowed into a Mercedes on the BQE. Metal screamed. The Mercedes driver, fifty, was pinned and broke his back. Distraction ruled the night. The crash left silence and pain in its wake.
A westbound SUV struck the rear of a 2019 Mercedes sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. The Mercedes driver, a 50-year-old man, suffered severe crush injuries and a broken back. According to the police report, 'A westbound SUV slammed into the rear of a 2019 Mercedes. The driver, 50, was crushed in his seat. His back broken, his night ended in steel and silence. Distraction was behind the wheel.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other errors or contributing factors are cited. The crash left one driver injured, with no mention of other victims.
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Unlicensed Teen Ejected in Queens Motorcycle Crash▸Mar 8 - A teen on a motorcycle slammed into an SUV turning left on Northern Boulevard. He flew from the seat, face torn open. No helmet. No license. Blood on the asphalt. The road stayed quiet. The city did not stop.
An unlicensed 18-year-old man riding a Jiajue motorcycle struck a Nissan SUV making a left turn at Northern Boulevard and 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the teen was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered severe facial lacerations. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore no helmet and had no license. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The crash left blood on the street, another mark in the city’s toll.
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Van Turns, Strikes Teen Girl in Queens▸Dec 19 - A van turned right on Steinway Street. Its rear struck a sixteen-year-old girl crossing. She hit the cold asphalt. Broken pelvis. She stayed conscious. The street held her. The van kept moving. The city did not stop.
A van making a right turn on Steinway Street near 35th Avenue struck a sixteen-year-old girl as she crossed the intersection. According to the police report, 'the right rear struck her pelvis. She fell hard. Cold asphalt. Broken bones. Eyes open. Breathing.' The girl suffered crush injuries to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the crash. No injuries were reported among the van's occupants. The data shows the driver was licensed and making a right turn when the impact occurred. The report does not list any helmet or signal issues.
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SUV Slams Into Darkness, Rear Passengers Injured▸Nov 5 - A Honda SUV tore through the dark on the Long Island Expressway. Metal buckled. Two rear passengers bled—one from the head, one from the leg. Speed and chaos ruled. The other car vanished. The toll: pain, blood, and broken silence.
On the Long Island Expressway at 4:37 a.m., a 2003 Honda SUV crashed, injuring two rear passengers—a 65-year-old man with severe leg lacerations and a 44-year-old woman with severe head wounds. According to the police report, 'A 2003 Honda slammed into darkness. The right front crumpled. In the back, a man and woman bled from head and leg. Speed chased shadows. The other car never stopped.' The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver and front passenger were also involved but not seriously hurt. The crash left the SUV’s front end mangled. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Motorcyclist Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸Oct 14 - A motorcycle slammed into a parked sedan on Review Avenue. The rider flew off, helmet on, blood streaming from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved. Driver inattention marked the crash. Metal and flesh met hard.
A motorcycle collided with a parked sedan on Review Avenue near 37th Street in Queens. The 30-year-old rider was ejected from his seat, suffering severe bleeding to his face but remained conscious. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle struck a parked sedan. The rider, 30, flew from the seat. His helmet stayed on. Blood ran from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan was stationary at the time of the crash and its occupants were not injured. The rider’s helmet remained on throughout the incident, as noted in the data.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Kills Unhelmeted Motorcyclist▸Oct 10 - A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on at 40th Avenue and 12th Street. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was thrown from his bike and died on the pavement. The crash left a mark under the gray Queens sky.
A sedan collided head-on with a motorcycle at the corner of 40th Avenue and 12th Street in Queens. The 37-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on. The unlicensed rider, 37, wore no helmet. He flew from the bike, landed headfirst on the pavement, and died beneath a gray Queens sky.' The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling north; the motorcycle was heading east. The rider was unlicensed and wore no helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is the sedan driver's failure to yield.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on 57th Street▸Sep 23 - A KIA turned right near 57th Street. Its bumper hit a man standing in the road. His arm tore open. Blood spilled onto Queens pavement. The driver looked away, distracted by something outside. The night stayed silent. The wound did not.
A 42-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his arm when a KIA sedan, making a right turn near 57th Street in Queens, struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'the driver looked away—distracted by something outside the car.' The crash occurred at 1:55 a.m. The pedestrian was standing in the roadway when the impact happened. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as the contributing factor for the driver. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. Other vehicle occupants were not reported injured. The parked Lexus sedan was not involved in the impact.
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Ford Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Bloodied▸Sep 9 - A Ford turned left on Northern Boulevard. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, hit pavement, leg torn open. Blood pooled. He stayed awake, helmet on, pain sharp in the night.
A crash at Northern Boulevard and Steinway Street in Queens left a 31-year-old cyclist badly injured. According to the police report, a Ford car made a left turn while the cyclist traveled straight. The impact threw the cyclist to the ground, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike but remained conscious, helmet on, as blood pooled on the street. No other injuries were reported. The driver’s actions created a deadly risk at the intersection, exposing the cyclist to grave harm.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Losing Control on Maurice Avenue▸Aug 29 - A man on an e-bike sped down Maurice Avenue. He lost control. He flew from the bike. His helmet struck the street. The road was empty. He died there. Speed and inexperience marked his last ride.
A 48-year-old man riding a FLY E-BIKE southbound on Maurice Avenue was killed after losing control and being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'Maurice Avenue — A 48-year-old man on a FLY E-BIKE sped south, lost control, and was thrown. He wore a helmet. His head struck the street. The road was empty. The bike lay still. He did not move again.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, but the impact proved fatal. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the street silent, marked only by the fallen bike and the man who did not rise.
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Scooter Rider Ejected, Leg Torn in Queens Crash▸Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Mar 8 - A teen on a motorcycle slammed into an SUV turning left on Northern Boulevard. He flew from the seat, face torn open. No helmet. No license. Blood on the asphalt. The road stayed quiet. The city did not stop.
An unlicensed 18-year-old man riding a Jiajue motorcycle struck a Nissan SUV making a left turn at Northern Boulevard and 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the teen was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered severe facial lacerations. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore no helmet and had no license. The SUV driver was licensed and uninjured. The crash left blood on the street, another mark in the city’s toll.
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Van Turns, Strikes Teen Girl in Queens▸Dec 19 - A van turned right on Steinway Street. Its rear struck a sixteen-year-old girl crossing. She hit the cold asphalt. Broken pelvis. She stayed conscious. The street held her. The van kept moving. The city did not stop.
A van making a right turn on Steinway Street near 35th Avenue struck a sixteen-year-old girl as she crossed the intersection. According to the police report, 'the right rear struck her pelvis. She fell hard. Cold asphalt. Broken bones. Eyes open. Breathing.' The girl suffered crush injuries to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the crash. No injuries were reported among the van's occupants. The data shows the driver was licensed and making a right turn when the impact occurred. The report does not list any helmet or signal issues.
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SUV Slams Into Darkness, Rear Passengers Injured▸Nov 5 - A Honda SUV tore through the dark on the Long Island Expressway. Metal buckled. Two rear passengers bled—one from the head, one from the leg. Speed and chaos ruled. The other car vanished. The toll: pain, blood, and broken silence.
On the Long Island Expressway at 4:37 a.m., a 2003 Honda SUV crashed, injuring two rear passengers—a 65-year-old man with severe leg lacerations and a 44-year-old woman with severe head wounds. According to the police report, 'A 2003 Honda slammed into darkness. The right front crumpled. In the back, a man and woman bled from head and leg. Speed chased shadows. The other car never stopped.' The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver and front passenger were also involved but not seriously hurt. The crash left the SUV’s front end mangled. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Motorcyclist Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸Oct 14 - A motorcycle slammed into a parked sedan on Review Avenue. The rider flew off, helmet on, blood streaming from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved. Driver inattention marked the crash. Metal and flesh met hard.
A motorcycle collided with a parked sedan on Review Avenue near 37th Street in Queens. The 30-year-old rider was ejected from his seat, suffering severe bleeding to his face but remained conscious. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle struck a parked sedan. The rider, 30, flew from the seat. His helmet stayed on. Blood ran from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan was stationary at the time of the crash and its occupants were not injured. The rider’s helmet remained on throughout the incident, as noted in the data.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Kills Unhelmeted Motorcyclist▸Oct 10 - A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on at 40th Avenue and 12th Street. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was thrown from his bike and died on the pavement. The crash left a mark under the gray Queens sky.
A sedan collided head-on with a motorcycle at the corner of 40th Avenue and 12th Street in Queens. The 37-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on. The unlicensed rider, 37, wore no helmet. He flew from the bike, landed headfirst on the pavement, and died beneath a gray Queens sky.' The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling north; the motorcycle was heading east. The rider was unlicensed and wore no helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is the sedan driver's failure to yield.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on 57th Street▸Sep 23 - A KIA turned right near 57th Street. Its bumper hit a man standing in the road. His arm tore open. Blood spilled onto Queens pavement. The driver looked away, distracted by something outside. The night stayed silent. The wound did not.
A 42-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his arm when a KIA sedan, making a right turn near 57th Street in Queens, struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'the driver looked away—distracted by something outside the car.' The crash occurred at 1:55 a.m. The pedestrian was standing in the roadway when the impact happened. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as the contributing factor for the driver. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. Other vehicle occupants were not reported injured. The parked Lexus sedan was not involved in the impact.
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Ford Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Bloodied▸Sep 9 - A Ford turned left on Northern Boulevard. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, hit pavement, leg torn open. Blood pooled. He stayed awake, helmet on, pain sharp in the night.
A crash at Northern Boulevard and Steinway Street in Queens left a 31-year-old cyclist badly injured. According to the police report, a Ford car made a left turn while the cyclist traveled straight. The impact threw the cyclist to the ground, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike but remained conscious, helmet on, as blood pooled on the street. No other injuries were reported. The driver’s actions created a deadly risk at the intersection, exposing the cyclist to grave harm.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Losing Control on Maurice Avenue▸Aug 29 - A man on an e-bike sped down Maurice Avenue. He lost control. He flew from the bike. His helmet struck the street. The road was empty. He died there. Speed and inexperience marked his last ride.
A 48-year-old man riding a FLY E-BIKE southbound on Maurice Avenue was killed after losing control and being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'Maurice Avenue — A 48-year-old man on a FLY E-BIKE sped south, lost control, and was thrown. He wore a helmet. His head struck the street. The road was empty. The bike lay still. He did not move again.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, but the impact proved fatal. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the street silent, marked only by the fallen bike and the man who did not rise.
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Scooter Rider Ejected, Leg Torn in Queens Crash▸Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Dec 19 - A van turned right on Steinway Street. Its rear struck a sixteen-year-old girl crossing. She hit the cold asphalt. Broken pelvis. She stayed conscious. The street held her. The van kept moving. The city did not stop.
A van making a right turn on Steinway Street near 35th Avenue struck a sixteen-year-old girl as she crossed the intersection. According to the police report, 'the right rear struck her pelvis. She fell hard. Cold asphalt. Broken bones. Eyes open. Breathing.' The girl suffered crush injuries to her abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the crash. No injuries were reported among the van's occupants. The data shows the driver was licensed and making a right turn when the impact occurred. The report does not list any helmet or signal issues.
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SUV Slams Into Darkness, Rear Passengers Injured▸Nov 5 - A Honda SUV tore through the dark on the Long Island Expressway. Metal buckled. Two rear passengers bled—one from the head, one from the leg. Speed and chaos ruled. The other car vanished. The toll: pain, blood, and broken silence.
On the Long Island Expressway at 4:37 a.m., a 2003 Honda SUV crashed, injuring two rear passengers—a 65-year-old man with severe leg lacerations and a 44-year-old woman with severe head wounds. According to the police report, 'A 2003 Honda slammed into darkness. The right front crumpled. In the back, a man and woman bled from head and leg. Speed chased shadows. The other car never stopped.' The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver and front passenger were also involved but not seriously hurt. The crash left the SUV’s front end mangled. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Motorcyclist Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸Oct 14 - A motorcycle slammed into a parked sedan on Review Avenue. The rider flew off, helmet on, blood streaming from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved. Driver inattention marked the crash. Metal and flesh met hard.
A motorcycle collided with a parked sedan on Review Avenue near 37th Street in Queens. The 30-year-old rider was ejected from his seat, suffering severe bleeding to his face but remained conscious. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle struck a parked sedan. The rider, 30, flew from the seat. His helmet stayed on. Blood ran from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan was stationary at the time of the crash and its occupants were not injured. The rider’s helmet remained on throughout the incident, as noted in the data.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Kills Unhelmeted Motorcyclist▸Oct 10 - A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on at 40th Avenue and 12th Street. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was thrown from his bike and died on the pavement. The crash left a mark under the gray Queens sky.
A sedan collided head-on with a motorcycle at the corner of 40th Avenue and 12th Street in Queens. The 37-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on. The unlicensed rider, 37, wore no helmet. He flew from the bike, landed headfirst on the pavement, and died beneath a gray Queens sky.' The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling north; the motorcycle was heading east. The rider was unlicensed and wore no helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is the sedan driver's failure to yield.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on 57th Street▸Sep 23 - A KIA turned right near 57th Street. Its bumper hit a man standing in the road. His arm tore open. Blood spilled onto Queens pavement. The driver looked away, distracted by something outside. The night stayed silent. The wound did not.
A 42-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his arm when a KIA sedan, making a right turn near 57th Street in Queens, struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'the driver looked away—distracted by something outside the car.' The crash occurred at 1:55 a.m. The pedestrian was standing in the roadway when the impact happened. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as the contributing factor for the driver. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. Other vehicle occupants were not reported injured. The parked Lexus sedan was not involved in the impact.
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Ford Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Bloodied▸Sep 9 - A Ford turned left on Northern Boulevard. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, hit pavement, leg torn open. Blood pooled. He stayed awake, helmet on, pain sharp in the night.
A crash at Northern Boulevard and Steinway Street in Queens left a 31-year-old cyclist badly injured. According to the police report, a Ford car made a left turn while the cyclist traveled straight. The impact threw the cyclist to the ground, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike but remained conscious, helmet on, as blood pooled on the street. No other injuries were reported. The driver’s actions created a deadly risk at the intersection, exposing the cyclist to grave harm.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Losing Control on Maurice Avenue▸Aug 29 - A man on an e-bike sped down Maurice Avenue. He lost control. He flew from the bike. His helmet struck the street. The road was empty. He died there. Speed and inexperience marked his last ride.
A 48-year-old man riding a FLY E-BIKE southbound on Maurice Avenue was killed after losing control and being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'Maurice Avenue — A 48-year-old man on a FLY E-BIKE sped south, lost control, and was thrown. He wore a helmet. His head struck the street. The road was empty. The bike lay still. He did not move again.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, but the impact proved fatal. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the street silent, marked only by the fallen bike and the man who did not rise.
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Scooter Rider Ejected, Leg Torn in Queens Crash▸Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Nov 5 - A Honda SUV tore through the dark on the Long Island Expressway. Metal buckled. Two rear passengers bled—one from the head, one from the leg. Speed and chaos ruled. The other car vanished. The toll: pain, blood, and broken silence.
On the Long Island Expressway at 4:37 a.m., a 2003 Honda SUV crashed, injuring two rear passengers—a 65-year-old man with severe leg lacerations and a 44-year-old woman with severe head wounds. According to the police report, 'A 2003 Honda slammed into darkness. The right front crumpled. In the back, a man and woman bled from head and leg. Speed chased shadows. The other car never stopped.' The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The driver and front passenger were also involved but not seriously hurt. The crash left the SUV’s front end mangled. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.
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Motorcyclist Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸Oct 14 - A motorcycle slammed into a parked sedan on Review Avenue. The rider flew off, helmet on, blood streaming from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved. Driver inattention marked the crash. Metal and flesh met hard.
A motorcycle collided with a parked sedan on Review Avenue near 37th Street in Queens. The 30-year-old rider was ejected from his seat, suffering severe bleeding to his face but remained conscious. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle struck a parked sedan. The rider, 30, flew from the seat. His helmet stayed on. Blood ran from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan was stationary at the time of the crash and its occupants were not injured. The rider’s helmet remained on throughout the incident, as noted in the data.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Kills Unhelmeted Motorcyclist▸Oct 10 - A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on at 40th Avenue and 12th Street. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was thrown from his bike and died on the pavement. The crash left a mark under the gray Queens sky.
A sedan collided head-on with a motorcycle at the corner of 40th Avenue and 12th Street in Queens. The 37-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on. The unlicensed rider, 37, wore no helmet. He flew from the bike, landed headfirst on the pavement, and died beneath a gray Queens sky.' The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling north; the motorcycle was heading east. The rider was unlicensed and wore no helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is the sedan driver's failure to yield.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on 57th Street▸Sep 23 - A KIA turned right near 57th Street. Its bumper hit a man standing in the road. His arm tore open. Blood spilled onto Queens pavement. The driver looked away, distracted by something outside. The night stayed silent. The wound did not.
A 42-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his arm when a KIA sedan, making a right turn near 57th Street in Queens, struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'the driver looked away—distracted by something outside the car.' The crash occurred at 1:55 a.m. The pedestrian was standing in the roadway when the impact happened. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as the contributing factor for the driver. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. Other vehicle occupants were not reported injured. The parked Lexus sedan was not involved in the impact.
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Ford Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Bloodied▸Sep 9 - A Ford turned left on Northern Boulevard. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, hit pavement, leg torn open. Blood pooled. He stayed awake, helmet on, pain sharp in the night.
A crash at Northern Boulevard and Steinway Street in Queens left a 31-year-old cyclist badly injured. According to the police report, a Ford car made a left turn while the cyclist traveled straight. The impact threw the cyclist to the ground, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike but remained conscious, helmet on, as blood pooled on the street. No other injuries were reported. The driver’s actions created a deadly risk at the intersection, exposing the cyclist to grave harm.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Losing Control on Maurice Avenue▸Aug 29 - A man on an e-bike sped down Maurice Avenue. He lost control. He flew from the bike. His helmet struck the street. The road was empty. He died there. Speed and inexperience marked his last ride.
A 48-year-old man riding a FLY E-BIKE southbound on Maurice Avenue was killed after losing control and being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'Maurice Avenue — A 48-year-old man on a FLY E-BIKE sped south, lost control, and was thrown. He wore a helmet. His head struck the street. The road was empty. The bike lay still. He did not move again.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, but the impact proved fatal. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the street silent, marked only by the fallen bike and the man who did not rise.
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Scooter Rider Ejected, Leg Torn in Queens Crash▸Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Oct 14 - A motorcycle slammed into a parked sedan on Review Avenue. The rider flew off, helmet on, blood streaming from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved. Driver inattention marked the crash. Metal and flesh met hard.
A motorcycle collided with a parked sedan on Review Avenue near 37th Street in Queens. The 30-year-old rider was ejected from his seat, suffering severe bleeding to his face but remained conscious. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle struck a parked sedan. The rider, 30, flew from the seat. His helmet stayed on. Blood ran from his face. He lay conscious on the pavement. The car never moved.' The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The sedan was stationary at the time of the crash and its occupants were not injured. The rider’s helmet remained on throughout the incident, as noted in the data.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Kills Unhelmeted Motorcyclist▸Oct 10 - A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on at 40th Avenue and 12th Street. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was thrown from his bike and died on the pavement. The crash left a mark under the gray Queens sky.
A sedan collided head-on with a motorcycle at the corner of 40th Avenue and 12th Street in Queens. The 37-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on. The unlicensed rider, 37, wore no helmet. He flew from the bike, landed headfirst on the pavement, and died beneath a gray Queens sky.' The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling north; the motorcycle was heading east. The rider was unlicensed and wore no helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is the sedan driver's failure to yield.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on 57th Street▸Sep 23 - A KIA turned right near 57th Street. Its bumper hit a man standing in the road. His arm tore open. Blood spilled onto Queens pavement. The driver looked away, distracted by something outside. The night stayed silent. The wound did not.
A 42-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his arm when a KIA sedan, making a right turn near 57th Street in Queens, struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'the driver looked away—distracted by something outside the car.' The crash occurred at 1:55 a.m. The pedestrian was standing in the roadway when the impact happened. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as the contributing factor for the driver. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. Other vehicle occupants were not reported injured. The parked Lexus sedan was not involved in the impact.
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Ford Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Bloodied▸Sep 9 - A Ford turned left on Northern Boulevard. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, hit pavement, leg torn open. Blood pooled. He stayed awake, helmet on, pain sharp in the night.
A crash at Northern Boulevard and Steinway Street in Queens left a 31-year-old cyclist badly injured. According to the police report, a Ford car made a left turn while the cyclist traveled straight. The impact threw the cyclist to the ground, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike but remained conscious, helmet on, as blood pooled on the street. No other injuries were reported. The driver’s actions created a deadly risk at the intersection, exposing the cyclist to grave harm.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Losing Control on Maurice Avenue▸Aug 29 - A man on an e-bike sped down Maurice Avenue. He lost control. He flew from the bike. His helmet struck the street. The road was empty. He died there. Speed and inexperience marked his last ride.
A 48-year-old man riding a FLY E-BIKE southbound on Maurice Avenue was killed after losing control and being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'Maurice Avenue — A 48-year-old man on a FLY E-BIKE sped south, lost control, and was thrown. He wore a helmet. His head struck the street. The road was empty. The bike lay still. He did not move again.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, but the impact proved fatal. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the street silent, marked only by the fallen bike and the man who did not rise.
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Scooter Rider Ejected, Leg Torn in Queens Crash▸Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Oct 10 - A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on at 40th Avenue and 12th Street. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was thrown from his bike and died on the pavement. The crash left a mark under the gray Queens sky.
A sedan collided head-on with a motorcycle at the corner of 40th Avenue and 12th Street in Queens. The 37-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected and killed, suffering fatal head injuries. According to the police report, 'A sedan struck a motorcycle head-on. The unlicensed rider, 37, wore no helmet. He flew from the bike, landed headfirst on the pavement, and died beneath a gray Queens sky.' The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling north; the motorcycle was heading east. The rider was unlicensed and wore no helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is the sedan driver's failure to yield.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Pedestrian on 57th Street▸Sep 23 - A KIA turned right near 57th Street. Its bumper hit a man standing in the road. His arm tore open. Blood spilled onto Queens pavement. The driver looked away, distracted by something outside. The night stayed silent. The wound did not.
A 42-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his arm when a KIA sedan, making a right turn near 57th Street in Queens, struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'the driver looked away—distracted by something outside the car.' The crash occurred at 1:55 a.m. The pedestrian was standing in the roadway when the impact happened. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as the contributing factor for the driver. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. Other vehicle occupants were not reported injured. The parked Lexus sedan was not involved in the impact.
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Ford Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Bloodied▸Sep 9 - A Ford turned left on Northern Boulevard. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, hit pavement, leg torn open. Blood pooled. He stayed awake, helmet on, pain sharp in the night.
A crash at Northern Boulevard and Steinway Street in Queens left a 31-year-old cyclist badly injured. According to the police report, a Ford car made a left turn while the cyclist traveled straight. The impact threw the cyclist to the ground, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike but remained conscious, helmet on, as blood pooled on the street. No other injuries were reported. The driver’s actions created a deadly risk at the intersection, exposing the cyclist to grave harm.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Losing Control on Maurice Avenue▸Aug 29 - A man on an e-bike sped down Maurice Avenue. He lost control. He flew from the bike. His helmet struck the street. The road was empty. He died there. Speed and inexperience marked his last ride.
A 48-year-old man riding a FLY E-BIKE southbound on Maurice Avenue was killed after losing control and being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'Maurice Avenue — A 48-year-old man on a FLY E-BIKE sped south, lost control, and was thrown. He wore a helmet. His head struck the street. The road was empty. The bike lay still. He did not move again.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, but the impact proved fatal. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the street silent, marked only by the fallen bike and the man who did not rise.
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Scooter Rider Ejected, Leg Torn in Queens Crash▸Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Sep 23 - A KIA turned right near 57th Street. Its bumper hit a man standing in the road. His arm tore open. Blood spilled onto Queens pavement. The driver looked away, distracted by something outside. The night stayed silent. The wound did not.
A 42-year-old pedestrian suffered severe lacerations to his arm when a KIA sedan, making a right turn near 57th Street in Queens, struck him with its left front bumper. According to the police report, 'the driver looked away—distracted by something outside the car.' The crash occurred at 1:55 a.m. The pedestrian was standing in the roadway when the impact happened. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' as the contributing factor for the driver. No errors or contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. Other vehicle occupants were not reported injured. The parked Lexus sedan was not involved in the impact.
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Ford Turns Left, Cyclist Thrown and Bloodied▸Sep 9 - A Ford turned left on Northern Boulevard. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, hit pavement, leg torn open. Blood pooled. He stayed awake, helmet on, pain sharp in the night.
A crash at Northern Boulevard and Steinway Street in Queens left a 31-year-old cyclist badly injured. According to the police report, a Ford car made a left turn while the cyclist traveled straight. The impact threw the cyclist to the ground, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike but remained conscious, helmet on, as blood pooled on the street. No other injuries were reported. The driver’s actions created a deadly risk at the intersection, exposing the cyclist to grave harm.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Losing Control on Maurice Avenue▸Aug 29 - A man on an e-bike sped down Maurice Avenue. He lost control. He flew from the bike. His helmet struck the street. The road was empty. He died there. Speed and inexperience marked his last ride.
A 48-year-old man riding a FLY E-BIKE southbound on Maurice Avenue was killed after losing control and being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'Maurice Avenue — A 48-year-old man on a FLY E-BIKE sped south, lost control, and was thrown. He wore a helmet. His head struck the street. The road was empty. The bike lay still. He did not move again.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, but the impact proved fatal. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the street silent, marked only by the fallen bike and the man who did not rise.
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Scooter Rider Ejected, Leg Torn in Queens Crash▸Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Sep 9 - A Ford turned left on Northern Boulevard. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The rider flew, hit pavement, leg torn open. Blood pooled. He stayed awake, helmet on, pain sharp in the night.
A crash at Northern Boulevard and Steinway Street in Queens left a 31-year-old cyclist badly injured. According to the police report, a Ford car made a left turn while the cyclist traveled straight. The impact threw the cyclist to the ground, causing severe lacerations to his leg. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike but remained conscious, helmet on, as blood pooled on the street. No other injuries were reported. The driver’s actions created a deadly risk at the intersection, exposing the cyclist to grave harm.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Losing Control on Maurice Avenue▸Aug 29 - A man on an e-bike sped down Maurice Avenue. He lost control. He flew from the bike. His helmet struck the street. The road was empty. He died there. Speed and inexperience marked his last ride.
A 48-year-old man riding a FLY E-BIKE southbound on Maurice Avenue was killed after losing control and being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'Maurice Avenue — A 48-year-old man on a FLY E-BIKE sped south, lost control, and was thrown. He wore a helmet. His head struck the street. The road was empty. The bike lay still. He did not move again.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, but the impact proved fatal. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the street silent, marked only by the fallen bike and the man who did not rise.
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Scooter Rider Ejected, Leg Torn in Queens Crash▸Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Aug 29 - A man on an e-bike sped down Maurice Avenue. He lost control. He flew from the bike. His helmet struck the street. The road was empty. He died there. Speed and inexperience marked his last ride.
A 48-year-old man riding a FLY E-BIKE southbound on Maurice Avenue was killed after losing control and being ejected from his bike. According to the police report, 'Maurice Avenue — A 48-year-old man on a FLY E-BIKE sped south, lost control, and was thrown. He wore a helmet. His head struck the street. The road was empty. The bike lay still. He did not move again.' The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The rider wore a helmet, but the impact proved fatal. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the street silent, marked only by the fallen bike and the man who did not rise.
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Scooter Rider Ejected, Leg Torn in Queens Crash▸Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Aug 23 - A scooter slammed into a turning sedan on Greenpoint Avenue. The rider flew, his leg ripped open. Blood pooled on the street. He screamed, helmet cracked. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Pain and sirens filled the air.
A violent crash unfolded on Greenpoint Avenue near 47th Street in Queens. According to the police report, a Honda scooter struck a turning Ford sedan. The scooter rider, a 29-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his knee and lower leg. He was conscious, his helmet cracked, blood on the asphalt. Both vehicles had one occupant each. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. The Ford was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The scooter rider wore a helmet, as noted in the report, but distraction behind the wheel led to chaos and injury.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Broadway▸Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Aug 19 - A Ford SUV hit a 63-year-old man crossing Broadway at 64th Street. He fell. His head split. Blood pooled. The car’s front end crumpled. The man lay still. The street went silent.
A 2007 Ford SUV struck a 63-year-old man as he crossed Broadway at 64th Street. According to the police report, the man suffered a severe head injury and was left unconscious, bleeding on the pavement. The front of the SUV crumpled from the impact. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. The pedestrian was at the intersection when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash left the man motionless in the street, underscoring the danger faced by those on foot.
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Motorcyclist Killed Striking Box Truck on Queens Boulevard▸Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Aug 10 - A man on a motorcycle slammed into the rear of a box truck on Queens Boulevard. He was thrown from his bike and crushed. He died on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched. The crash left one dead, others unhurt.
A 42-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Queens Boulevard struck the rear of a box truck. According to the police report, 'A 42-year-old man on a motorcycle struck the rear of a box truck. No helmet. Ejected, crushed, killed. His body broke on the pavement. The truck rolled on, untouched.' The crash killed the motorcyclist. The box truck driver and passenger were not injured. The police report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as a contributing factor in the crash. The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause cited is improper lane usage. No injuries were reported for the truck occupants.
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Porsche SUV Strikes E-Scooter Rider Dead in Queens▸Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Jul 20 - A Porsche SUV hit a man on a Ninebot scooter at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive. The rider, unlicensed and helmetless, was ejected. His skull shattered. He died at 30. The scooter lay wrecked. The street stayed silent.
A deadly crash unfolded at Vernon Boulevard and 44th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, a Porsche SUV collided with a Ninebot e-scooter. The scooter rider, a 30-year-old man, was unlicensed and wore no helmet. He was ejected on impact, suffered fatal head injuries, and died at the scene. The SUV’s right front bumper struck the scooter’s right side. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The scooter was demolished. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The police report offers no further details on driver actions or errors.
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SUV Turns Left, E-Bike Rider Thrown and Bleeds▸Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Jul 16 - SUV turned left on Roosevelt. E-bike kept straight. The bumper struck. Rider, thirty-two, flew and hit the ground. Head split open. He lay conscious, blood pooling under streetlights. Driver failed to yield. Distraction played its part. No helmet listed.
An SUV making a left turn on Roosevelt Avenue struck an e-bike traveling straight. The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head injuries. According to the police report, 'An SUV turned left. An e-bike kept straight. The bumper hit center mass. The rider, 32, flew. No helmet. Head split. He lay conscious, bleeding under the yellow hush of streetlights.' The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data, but the primary causes remain the driver’s failure to yield and distraction.
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Sedan Slams Cyclist From Behind In Queens▸Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Jul 6 - A sedan struck a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue. The rider flew off his bike. Blood pooled on the pavement. The car’s front crumpled. The bike’s rear shattered. The cyclist lay conscious, hurt and alone. Speed and tailgating fueled the crash.
A sedan hit a cyclist from behind on Hunters Point Avenue near 38th Street in Queens. The impact sent the 30-year-old man flying from his bike. He suffered severe bleeding and injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s left front quarter panel crumpled, and the bike’s rear was destroyed. The cyclist was conscious but badly hurt. Several witnesses were present. The report notes the cyclist was ejected and used 'Other' safety equipment. Driver errors—tailgating and speeding—stand out as the primary causes in this violent collision.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Pedestrian’s Leg in Queens▸Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.
Jun 25 - A car struck a man before dawn on Northern Boulevard. The street was empty. The driver, distracted and unskilled, hit him head-on. The man’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The driver kept going east. The city stayed silent.
A 44-year-old man was walking near 42nd Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens when a car struck him head-on. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and inexperienced. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg, but he remained conscious at the scene. The report states: “A car came straight, struck him head-on. His leg was crushed. The driver, distracted and unskilled, kept east.” The listed contributing factors are 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience.' No other contributing factors are noted. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive and unskilled drivers to those on foot.