Crash Count for District 30
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,066
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,266
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 452
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 32
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 23
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in District 30?

Holden’s Streets, Holden’s Blood: The Toll Grows in District 30

Holden’s Streets, Holden’s Blood: The Toll Grows in District 30

District 30: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025

The Death Count Grows

A man on a bicycle, crushed under the wheels of a fire truck at Juniper Boulevard and 80th Street. He died on the street, his ride cut short. The NYPD is still investigating. No arrests. No relief. The cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.

A motorcyclist, 55, struck by a BMW on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. He died there. The driver had a record of speeding and reckless driving. Queens DA Melinda Katz alleged, “As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision on the Long Island Expressway. As a result… the motorcycle burst into flames and the driver was killed.”

In the last twelve months, District 30 saw 6 deaths and 623 injuries from traffic crashes. Six people suffered serious injuries. The streets are not safe. The numbers do not lie.

Who Pays the Price

The dead are not numbers. They are neighbors. A cyclist, a motorcyclist, a pedestrian. In District 30, trucks killed four. Motorcycles and mopeds killed two. Cars and SUVs left dozens more with broken bodies. The violence is relentless. The pain is local.

What Has Holden Done?

Council Member Robert F. Holden has stood on both sides of the line. He co-sponsored bills for safer crossings and tougher penalties for blocked plates. He backed new greenways and supported protected bike lanes on Cypress Avenue, a rare move for him. But he also voted against ending jaywalking enforcement, a law that targeted the vulnerable and did nothing to stop drivers from killing. He pushed for e-bike registration, a move the city’s own DOT chief called wasteful and harmful: “The administration already has the tools to enforce against illegal cycling behaviors; a license plate is not necessary for enforcement.”

Holden cheered the federal rollback of congestion pricing, a policy proven to cut traffic and save lives. He called it “unfair and burdensome for working families.” The cost is measured in blood, not tolls.

The Next Step Is Yours

The bodies keep coming. The laws move slow. Call Council Member Holden. Demand real change: lower speed limits, more protected crossings, and an end to policies that punish the vulnerable. Do not wait for another name on the list.

Take action now.

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Robert F. Holden
Council Member Robert F. Holden
District 30
District Office:
64-69 Dry Harbor Road, Middle Village, NY 11379
718-366-3900
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1558, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7381
Twitter: BobHoldenNYC

Other Representatives

Andrew Hevesi
Assembly Member Andrew Hevesi
District 28
District Office:
70-50 Austin St. Suite 114, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Legislative Office:
Room 626, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Michael Gianaris
State Senator Michael Gianaris
District 12
District Office:
22-07 45th St. Suite 1008, Astoria, NY 11105
Legislative Office:
Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

District 30 Council District 30 sits in Queens, Precinct 104, AD 28, SD 12.

It contains Elmhurst, Maspeth, Ridgewood, Glendale, Middle Village, Mount Olivet & All Faiths Cemeteries, Middle Village Cemetery, St. John Cemetery, Rego Park, Queens CB5.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Council District 30

Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute

A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man in Ozone Park. The driver fled, then turned himself in. Police say the crash followed a heated confrontation. The victim died at Jamaica Hospital.

ABC7 reported on August 1, 2025, that a 23-year-old man died after being hit by a car at 101st Avenue and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. Police said the incident followed a domestic dispute. The driver, who was the woman's current boyfriend, told police the victim approached his car "while flashing what appeared to be a gun" and was struck as the driver tried to leave. The driver later went to the police. No charges had been filed as of publication, with the district attorney still reviewing the case. The crash highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used during conflicts.


Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway

Water rose fast. Cars stranded. People climbed roofs to escape. Rescue teams pulled them out. Rain hammered Queens. The road drowned, then cleared. Danger came quick. Relief came late.

ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that flash flooding trapped drivers on the Clearview Expressway in Queens. Video showed people perched atop cars, waiting for rescue. A witness described, "10 feet deep, people sitting on top of cars, 6 or 7." Mayor Eric Adams declared a localized State of Emergency. The flooding left vehicles stranded and forced emergency response. The article highlights the risk of sudden, severe weather overwhelming city infrastructure, stranding vulnerable road users in harm’s way.


Moped Driver Injured in Queens Collision

A moped and sedan collided on Rene Ct near Metropolitan Ave. The moped driver suffered crush injuries. Both vehicles showed front-end damage. Streets in Queens again prove unforgiving.

A moped and a sedan crashed on Rene Ct off Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the moped was traveling east and the sedan was making a left turn westbound. The 25-year-old moped driver was partially ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. He was wearing a helmet. The sedan driver, age 85, was not ejected and reported no injuries. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829720 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pickup Truck Fails to Yield, Cyclist Injured on Maspeth Ave

Pickup struck cyclist on Maspeth Ave. Cyclist suffered leg crush injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal met flesh. System failed the vulnerable.

A pickup truck and a cyclist collided on Maspeth Ave in Queens. The 33-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. According to the police report, both the driver and cyclist were involved in a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist was partially ejected. The pickup truck showed no damage. No helmet use was reported for the cyclist, but the police report lists only failure to yield as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828915 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers

Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.

amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.


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Dump Truck Slams Sedan on Expressway Lane Change

Dump truck and sedan collided on Long Island Expressway. Three people hurt. Unsafe lane change and bad turn led to crush and concussion injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.

A dump truck and a sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. Three people were injured, including a driver with crush injuries and two passengers with concussions. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was slowing or stopping when the dump truck struck it from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827231 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Truck Slams Sedan on Expressway, Three Hurt

Truck hit sedan at speed on Long Island Expressway. Three people crushed, backs broken. Police cite unsafe speed and passing too closely. Metal twisted. Pain followed.

A truck and a sedan collided on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. Three occupants in the sedan suffered back injuries and crush trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when the truck struck the sedan’s right rear bumper. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The truck’s front end and the sedan’s rear were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. All injured were inside the vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827229 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Improper Turn by Truck Injures Motorcyclist

A pick-up truck turned wrong on Metropolitan Ave. It struck a motorcycle. The rider suffered crush injuries and shock. The truck’s move broke the flow. Steel met flesh. The street stayed hard.

A pick-up truck and a motorcycle collided on Metropolitan Ave at 69 St in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 61-year-old man, was injured with crush injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The truck was making a right turn while the motorcycle went straight. The report lists no errors for the motorcyclist. The injured rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data. No pedestrians were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826881 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens

A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.

According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.


Int 0857-2024
Holden votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.

Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.

Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.


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Dump Truck Crushes Sedan on Expressway

Dump truck slammed sedan on Long Island Expressway. Two women passengers suffered back crush injuries. Unsafe lane change triggered chaos. Metal twisted. Shock followed. System failed to protect riders.

A dump truck and a sedan collided on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. Two female passengers, ages 46 and 25, suffered back crush injuries. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Lane Changing' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling west when the truck struck the sedan's rear. The crash left passengers in shock and pain. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system exposed passengers to grave harm.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823976 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run

A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.

According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.


Bus Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Hoffman Drive

A bus hit a 70-year-old man on Hoffman Drive in Queens. The pedestrian died from head and crush injuries. The bus showed no damage. Police listed no clear cause. The street claimed another life. The system failed to protect him.

A 70-year-old man walking outside the intersection on Hoffman Drive was struck and killed by a bus. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered fatal head and crush injuries. The bus, a New Flyer model, was traveling east and showed no damage after the crash. The driver was licensed and listed as uninjured. Police marked all contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' providing no explanation for the deadly impact. No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were recorded in the data. The report does not mention any actions by the pedestrian that contributed to the crash. The system left a vulnerable road user exposed, with no clear answers for his death.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4820244 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality

A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.

According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.


SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian in Maspeth

SUV hit a 61-year-old man crossing with the signal. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and severe cuts. Maspeth Avenue saw blood on the street.

A 61-year-old pedestrian was struck by an SUV while crossing Maspeth Avenue at 59th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, distracted and inattentive, failed to yield and made a left turn. The impact left the man semiconscious with head injuries and severe lacerations. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2010 Nissan SUV. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812649 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash

A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.

ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.


Int 0193-2024
Holden votes yes on taxi dooring warning decals, no major safety change.

Council passes law. Taxis and for-hire cars must post bold warnings on rear doors. Riders face the message: look for cyclists before swinging the door. A move to cut dooring. City acts. Cyclists stay in the crosshairs.

Int 0193-2024, now law, cleared the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and passed City Council on May 1, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law...requiring taxis and for-hire vehicles to display a decal warning passengers to look for cyclists when opening the door,' demands clear warning signs on all rear passenger doors. Lincoln Restler led as primary sponsor, joined by Gutiérrez, Hudson, Rivera, Won, and others. The Taxi and Limousine Commission must provide decals at no cost. The law aims to fight dooring, a threat to cyclists citywide. Enacted May 31, 2025, it takes effect in 120 days.


BMW SUV Turns Left, Crushes Elderly Driver

BMW SUV turned left on Woodhaven. Slammed into a northbound Honda. Metal twisted. A 76-year-old man crushed. Another man, same age, hurt. An infant shaken. All survived. Streets stayed dangerous.

A BMW SUV turned left into the path of a northbound Honda on Woodhaven Blvd near Eliot Ave. According to the police report, 'A BMW SUV turned left into the path of a northbound Honda. Metal screamed. A 76-year-old man crushed behind the wheel. Another man, same age, injured. An infant among the shaken.' The crash left a 76-year-old man with crush injuries and another man, also 76, injured. An infant was also involved but survived. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809181 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard

A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.

NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.


Int 1252-2025
Holden co-sponsors bill boosting plate enforcement, improving street safety for all.

Council bill orders NYPD to check temp plates and VINs. Cops must publish parking enforcement reports. Bill sits in Public Safety. Streets stay risky while data hides in shadows.

Int 1252-2025, now laid over in the Committee on Public Safety, was introduced April 24, 2025. The bill reads: 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code... in relation to police department parking enforcement.' Council Members Farah N. Louis (primary), Oswald Feliz, Justin L. Brannan, Lincoln Restler, Robert F. Holden, and Chris Banks sponsor the measure. It forces NYPD to verify license plates and VINs on vehicles with temp tags or those ticketed for violations. NYPD must also publish quarterly parking enforcement reports. No safety analyst has assessed the bill's impact on vulnerable road users.