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A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.

Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.

• Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-13

Astoria shopkeepers fight a protected bike lane on 31st Street. They claim city plans threaten their business and public safety. The lawsuit lands in Queens Supreme Court. The city faces pushback, progress stalls.

NY1 reported on August 11, 2025, that over a dozen Astoria business owners filed suit to block a protected bike lane on 31st Street. The petition, lodged in Queens Supreme Court, claims the redesign from 36th Avenue to Newton Avenue would 'hurt their day-to-day operations and jeopardize public safety.' Owners accuse the city of acting in an 'arbitrary and capricious' way, moving forward despite objections. The case highlights ongoing tension between street safety projects and local business concerns. The outcome could shape future protected bike lane installations citywide.

• Astoria Businesses Sue Over Bike Lane, NY1, Published 2025-08-11

Two SUVs slammed together on 97th Street. Driver inattention and tailgating left two men with back injuries. Metal crumpled. Whiplash followed. Streets in Queens stayed dangerous.

Two SUVs crashed on 97th Street at 35th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were slowing or stopping when they collided. Two men, a 47-year-old passenger and a 45-year-old driver, suffered back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the risks faced by passengers and drivers when attention lapses behind the wheel.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4834552 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18

A sedan turned left on 113th Street. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The cyclist fell, shoulder torn. The driver unhurt. The street stayed busy.

A cyclist and a sedan collided at 113th Street and 34th Avenue in Queens. The cyclist, a 53-year-old man, suffered a shoulder injury and abrasions. The sedan driver, a 40-year-old man, was not hurt. According to the police report, the sedan was making a left turn while the cyclist was going straight. Both vehicles listed 'Unspecified' as contributing factors. No driver errors were detailed in the report. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4833917 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18

A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.

According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.

• Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street, New York Post, Published 2025-08-01

A sedan hit a cyclist in Queens. The rider, a 59-year-old woman, suffered hip and leg injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal met flesh. The street stayed silent.

A sedan traveling west on 35th Avenue struck a 59-year-old woman riding her bike south on 101st Street. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. The sedan’s right front bumper hit the bike’s left side. No other injuries were reported. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The driver’s actions—failure to yield—are the only cause named in the official record.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4832999 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18

A cyclist slammed the back end, flew off, struck his head. He lay in shock on 108th Street. Paramedics rushed him away, concussion pounding. No driver errors listed. The street swallowed another victim.

A 28-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and injured on 108th Street at 35th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist struck the center back end, suffered a head injury, and was in shock with a concussion. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report notes the cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The crash left the cyclist hurt and the street marked by another violent impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831927 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18

A motorcycle and SUV collided on 112th Street in Queens. One rider suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention for both vehicles. The street bore the brunt. The system failed to protect.

A motorcycle and an SUV crashed on 112th Street at 37th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 21-year-old motorcycle rider was injured, suffering a contusion to his arm. Both vehicles were going straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus. No mention of helmet use or signals as factors. The street saw another wound in the city’s ongoing traffic crisis.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830847 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18

Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway. Five people suffered neck and head injuries. Metal twisted. Lights flashed. The road stayed open. The cause remains unclear.

Two sedans crashed on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, five occupants were injured: three passengers and two drivers. Injuries included neck and head trauma. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the data. Airbags deployed in at least one vehicle. The crash left five people hurt, but the police report does not state what led to the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829894 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18

Two SUVs collided on 107th Street. One driver was ejected and suffered a head injury. Alcohol was involved. The crash left blood on the street. Both vehicles were damaged.

Two station wagons, both SUVs, crashed on 107th Street at 37th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol was a contributing factor. One driver, a 20-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The other driver, a 31-year-old woman, was conscious but her injuries were unspecified. Both vehicles sustained damage. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a cause. No other contributing factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826810 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18

A 15-year-old boy fell from a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He landed on the tracks. Medics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. The city mourns another young life lost to the subway’s hard edge.

According to amny (July 8, 2025), Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from atop a 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him on the tracks around 2:45 a.m. and he was pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. The article quotes NYC Transit President Demetrius Crichlow: “This was as avoidable as it is tragic.” The MTA has updated its “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” campaign, broadcasting warnings every 10 to 15 minutes along the 7 line. The incident highlights ongoing risks in the subway system and the need for effective deterrence and safety measures.

• Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train, amny, Published 2025-07-08

SUV and sedan collided on Junction Blvd. Alcohol and distraction fueled the crash. A woman in the front seat took the hit. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.

A crash on Junction Blvd at 38 Ave in Queens involved a sedan and an SUV. According to the police report, alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction contributed to the collision. One female passenger, age 41, suffered injuries to her entire body and reported whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for both drivers. The impact struck the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one passenger hurt while drivers escaped with unspecified injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828914 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18

A sedan struck an 18-year-old pedestrian at 34th Avenue and 102nd Street. Aggressive driving left the victim with a neck injury. The street stayed quiet. The danger was not.

An 18-year-old pedestrian was injured by a sedan at the intersection of 34th Avenue and 102nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian was conscious but suffered a neck abrasion while getting on or off a vehicle. The report lists no damage to the sedan. Driver aggression stands out as the primary cause. No other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825828 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18

City aims to carve bike lanes into 31st Street. Merchants fear lost access. Residents cite danger. DOT points to dozens hurt, two killed. The street stays deadly. The fight over space continues.

According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), the NYC Department of Transportation plans to narrow lanes and add bike paths on 31st Street in Astoria, Queens. The DOT cites 126 injured vehicle occupants, 33 injured pedestrians, 24 injured cyclists, and two deaths from 2020 to 2024, calling it 'one of the most dangerous streets in Queens.' Business owners warn the changes will block deliveries and threaten livelihoods. Residents worry about access and safety, especially for the elderly and students. The plan highlights the tension between street redesigns and the needs of vulnerable road users.

• City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash, New York Post, Published 2025-07-05

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.

• File Int 0857-2024, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-06-30

Albany stalled. Lawmakers dragged their feet. No new laws for safer streets. Pedestrians and cyclists left exposed. The car stays king. The status quo kills. Vulnerable New Yorkers pay the price.

The 2025 Albany legislative session ended June 25, with lawmakers failing to pass key street safety bills. The Streetsblog NYC report reads: "Our elected officials in Albany have failed the livable streets movement again." Despite support for measures like speed camera reauthorization, most bills to protect pedestrians and cyclists died in committee or never reached the floor. Assembly Member Amy Sohn and others criticized the lack of action. The only major win was extending the city’s speed camera program. A safety analyst notes: 'Failure to advance livable streets policies likely maintains the status quo, which typically prioritizes car-centric infrastructure and neglects the safety and needs of pedestrians and cyclists.' The session’s inaction leaves vulnerable road users at risk. No progress. No protection.

• D-Minus! The Albany Report Card for 2025, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-25

A cyclist died on Astoria Boulevard. A fleeing driver struck her. She flew from her bike, hit a parked car, and never got up. Police stopped the chase. The driver kept going. The street stayed deadly.

According to the New York Post (published June 24, 2025), Bekim Fiseku, 53, was charged after fatally striking cyclist Amanda Servedio, 36, while fleeing a burglary in Queens. Surveillance video showed Servedio "went flying off her bicycle and slammed into a parked BMW while Fiseku sped off." Police ended their pursuit to help Servedio, who died at Elmhurst Hospital. Fiseku was on supervised release for a prior federal conviction at the time. The article highlights that Fiseku had three passengers and was fleeing police, raising questions about police pursuit protocols and the risks to vulnerable road users. The crash underscores ongoing dangers for cyclists on city streets.

• Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run, New York Post, Published 2025-06-24

Two sedans collided on 108th Street in Queens. One driver suffered a back injury. Police cite driver inattention. The crash left three people hurt. Metal and glass scattered. Streets stayed dangerous.

A rear-end collision involving two sedans occurred on 108th Street at Northern Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. Three occupants were injured, including a 48-year-old male driver who suffered a back contusion. The first sedan was stopped in traffic when it was struck from behind by the second sedan, which was traveling straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822871 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18

Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.

Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17

White Plains gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers move fast. Most vote yes. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. Program ends 2030. Streets may slow. Danger faces children every day.

Senate Bill S 7678, sponsored by Shelley Mayer, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in White Plains. The bill passed the Senate on June 11, 2025, and the Assembly on June 16, 2025. The matter reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of White Plains; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2030.' Mayer led the push. Most senators and assembly members voted yes. The bill aims to catch speeding drivers near schools, a known threat to children and families. No safety analyst note was provided.

• File S 7678, Open States, Published 2025-06-16