Crash Count for District 27
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 5,977
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 3,641
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 641
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 30
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 13
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in District 27?

Blood on the Boulevard: Politicians Stall, Neighbors Fall

Blood on the Boulevard: Politicians Stall, Neighbors Fall

District 27: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025

Broken Streets, Broken Lives

In District 27, violence does not come with a gun. It comes with a car, a truck, a bus. In the last year alone, 653 people were injured and 2 killed on these streets (NYC Open Data). Children, elders, workers—no one is spared. A four-year-old girl, strapped in the back seat, left with whiplash after a crash on Francis Lewis Boulevard (NYC Open Data). A 76-year-old woman, dead in the back of a sedan on the Cross Island Parkway (NYC Open Data). These numbers are not just statistics. They are families changed forever.

The Latest Wounds

Just weeks ago, a 39-year-old man was killed on Nashville Boulevard, ejected from his motorized scooter after an SUV turned left in front of him (NYC Open Data). The cause: driver inattention. On Hillside Avenue, a 16-year-old boy riding a moped was left with severe cuts to his face after a collision with a taxi (NYC Open Data). These are not isolated incidents. They are the drumbeat of daily life here.

“It must be very devastating for the people that were on the bus.”

On July 11, an MTA bus in Queens jumped the curb and smashed into a pole, injuring seven (CBS New York). “It must be very devastating for the people that were on the bus,” said Jacqueline Cox. The driver, just 25, told investigators he “misjudged the curb.” But after reviewing the video, officials now believe he “had fallen asleep at the wheel” (ABC7). The MTA pulled him from service. The crash could have been worse. Two people at the stop nearly died. “I have a baby with me. That would be scary. I’ll be more cautious of my surroundings,” said Samantha Hart.

Leadership: Progress and Gaps

Council Member Nantasha Williams has voted for bills to remove abandoned vehicles within 72 hours, to require warning decals on taxi doors, and to boost transparency and accountability for street safety projects (NYC Council – Legistar). She co-sponsored a bill to curb repeat speeders and another to improve pedestrian lighting (NYC Council – Legistar). But the carnage continues. No law yet slows the cars that kill. No bill yet redesigns the streets that wound.

The Next Step Is Ours

This is not fate. It is policy. Call Council Member Williams. Demand a citywide 20 mph speed limit. Demand streets that put people before cars. Every day you wait is another day someone does not come home.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the New York City Council and how does it work?
The New York City Council is the legislative branch of city government, responsible for passing local laws and overseeing city agencies. Council Members represent districts across the five boroughs and vote on policies that shape daily life.
Where does District 27 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Queens, assembly district AD 29 and state senate district SD 14.
Which areas are in District 27?
It includes the Jamaica, South Jamaica, St. Albans, Hollis, Queens Village, Cambria Heights, and Queens CB12 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Assembly Districts AD 29, AD 32, and AD 33, and State Senate District SD 14.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in District 27?
Most injuries to pedestrians in District 27 came from Cars and Trucks (104 cases, including 1 serious injury), followed by Trucks and Buses (12 cases, including 1 serious injury), Motorcycles and Mopeds (3 cases), and Bikes (2 cases).
Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
These crashes are not random accidents. They are the result of policy choices about speed limits, street design, and enforcement.
What can local politicians do to reduce traffic violence?
Local politicians can lower speed limits, redesign streets for safety, and pass laws that hold dangerous drivers accountable. They can also push for better enforcement and invest in infrastructure that protects people walking and biking.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

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Fix the Problem

Nantasha Williams
Council Member Nantasha Williams
District 27
District Office:
172-12 Linden Boulevard, St. Albans, NY 11434
718-527-4356
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1850, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
Twitter: CMBWilliams

Other Representatives

Alicia Hyndman
Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman
District 29
District Office:
232-06A Merrick Blvd., Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Legislative Office:
Room 717, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Leroy Comrie
State Senator Leroy Comrie
District 14
District Office:
113-43 Farmers Blvd., St. Albans, NY 11412
Legislative Office:
Room 913, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

District 27 Council District 27 sits in Queens, AD 29, SD 14.

It contains Jamaica, South Jamaica, St. Albans, Hollis, Queens Village, Cambria Heights, Queens CB12.

See also
Boroughs
Community Boards
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Council District 27

Sedan Reverses Into Parked Tow Truck, Driver Killed

A sedan reversed on Zoller Road. It struck a parked tow truck’s rear bumper. The driver, 38, wore a lap belt. He did not survive. The street fell silent. Metal marked the end. The crash left one dead. No other injuries reported.

A deadly crash unfolded on Zoller Road near Sidway Place in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan reversed into a parked tow truck. The sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old man, wore a lap belt but did not survive the impact. The tow truck’s right rear bumper bore the mark of the collision. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The tow truck was parked and unoccupied at the time. The crash left the street quiet, marked by loss and the scar of metal.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4524723 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Head-On Sedan Collision Shreds 99 Avenue Calm

Two sedans slammed head-on in the dark on 99 Avenue. Metal twisted. A young man in the middle seat bled hard from the face. Drivers and passengers hurt. Signals ignored. The street fell silent under wreckage and blood.

Two sedans collided head-on on 99 Avenue. According to the police report, both vehicles ignored traffic controls. The crash left a 22-year-old male passenger with severe facial bleeding, a 23-year-old male driver with neck injuries, and a 29-year-old male driver with back injuries. All were conscious and belted. The report states: “Signals were ignored. Speed unchecked.” The listed contributing factor is 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' No mention of helmet or signal use as a cause. The crash underscores the danger when drivers disregard traffic controls, leaving passengers and drivers wounded in the aftermath.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4521741 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Honda Slams Parked Nissan on 104th Avenue

A Honda crashed into a parked Nissan in Queens before dawn. Metal twisted. Three men hurt. Blood on faces. One passenger bled badly but stayed conscious. Alcohol played a part. The street was quiet. The danger was not.

A Honda sedan struck a parked Nissan on 104th Avenue near 186th Street in Queens at 4 a.m. Three men were injured. According to the police report, 'Alcohol was involved.' The 22-year-old front passenger suffered severe bleeding to his face but remained conscious. The 23-year-old Honda driver had minor facial bleeding. Another driver, age 24, reported neck pain. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. Both injured drivers and the passenger were using seat belts. The crash left the Honda’s front end crushed. The Nissan was parked and unoccupied. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4522904 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Fails to Yield, E-Scooter Rider Gashed

A Toyota SUV hit a westbound e-scooter at 223rd Street and 111th Avenue. The 19-year-old rider suffered deep leg wounds. His scooter was crushed. The SUV’s front end dented. The driver kept straight. Failure to yield marked the crash.

A Toyota SUV struck a 19-year-old e-scooter rider at the corner of 223rd Street and 111th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV hit the westbound scooter, leaving the rider with severe lacerations to his leg. The scooter was demolished. The SUV’s front end was damaged, but the vehicle continued straight after impact. Police identified 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for both the SUV driver and the e-scooter rider. The rider was not using any safety equipment, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the driver’s failure to yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4513903 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Two Sedans Collide, Teen Bleeds, Parked Cars Hit

Steel met steel on 212th Street. Two sedans crashed. A teenager bled from the head. Another’s hip crushed. Parked cars struck, glass scattered. Night held the wreckage and pain. The street fell silent after the chaos.

Two sedans collided near 212th Street and 110th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash left a 17-year-old passenger with injuries to his entire body and a complaint of pain. An 18-year-old passenger suffered severe head bleeding. One driver, age 26, sustained crush injuries to his hip and upper leg. Another 18-year-old driver reported whiplash. Parked cars were struck and damaged. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No specific driver errors such as speeding or failure to yield are noted in the data. Safety equipment is only mentioned for some occupants and is not listed as a contributing factor. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4513786 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Four Sedans Collide on Farmers Boulevard, Woman Killed

Four sedans crash on Farmers Boulevard. Metal twists. Glass flies. A 23-year-old woman dies at the wheel. Engines stop. The street grows quiet. The system fails. No clear cause. Only loss remains.

On Farmers Boulevard, four sedans collided midday. According to the police report, a 23-year-old woman, belted in her car, died at the scene. The crash involved vehicles traveling north, south, and east, with one parked sedan struck. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. All injuries except the fatality are unspecified. The police report states: 'Farmers Boulevard, midday—four sedans collide. A 23-year-old woman, belted in her car, dies at the wheel. Glass scatters. Metal folds. Engines go still. The street holds her silence.' No helmet or signal issues are cited. The cause remains officially unspecified in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4510803 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04