Crash Count for Glen Oaks-Floral Park-New Hyde Park
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 492
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 270
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 56
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 2
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 2
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 15, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Glen Oaks-Floral Park-New Hyde Park?

No More Blood on 73rd: Demand Safer Streets Now

Glen Oaks-Floral Park-New Hyde Park: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025

The Numbers Behind the Pain

One death. One serious injury. Eighty-five hurt in the last year. These are not numbers. They are people from Glen Oaks-Floral Park-New Hyde Park. A 67-year-old man struck and killed by an SUV on 73rd Avenue. A child, age one, left with head injuries. A five-year-old girl, blood on her face, not far from home. The crash data does not blink.

In the past twelve months, 153 crashes. No one walks away unchanged. The old, the young, the in-between. The street does not care. The SUV does not yield. The sedan does not slow. The body breaks all the same.

What Has Been Done—And What Has Not

No new laws. No new protections. The record shows no bold moves from local leaders. No press releases. No votes for safer crossings. No push for lower speed limits or more cameras. The silence is heavy. The danger is not.

The city has the power to lower speed limits. Albany gave it to them. But here, the limit stands. The city can build more protected crossings. But here, the curb stays high, the paint fades, the danger waits.

The Vehicles That Hurt and Kill

SUVs and sedans do most of the harm. In the last three years, SUVs killed one and seriously injured another. Sedans left four pedestrians hurt, one with lasting wounds. Trucks, motorcycles, and bikes did not kill here. But the street is still a gauntlet.

The Call That Cannot Wait

This is not fate. This is policy. Every delay is a choice. Every injury is a warning. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand lower speed limits, more cameras, safer crossings. Do not wait for another child’s blood on the street. Take action now.

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  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801799 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-04

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Ed Braunstein
Assembly Member Ed Braunstein
District 26
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Linda Lee
Council Member Linda Lee
District 23
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Toby Stavisky
State Senator Toby Stavisky
District 11
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Glen Oaks-Floral Park-New Hyde Park

Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK

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.


Astoria Businesses Sue Over Bike Lane

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.


Braunstein Opposes Creedmoor Density Cuts Hurting Safety

Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.

On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.


Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street

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.


SUV and Sedan Crash on 81 Avenue Injures Two

Two drivers hurt when SUV and sedan collide at unsafe speed in Queens. Impact slams metal, leaves pain and whiplash. Failure to yield marks the scene.

Two vehicles, a Honda SUV and an Audi sedan, collided on 81 Avenue at 260 Street in Queens. According to the police report, unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way led to the crash. Two women driving the vehicles were injured: one suffered hip and upper leg pain after partial ejection, the other sustained neck injuries and whiplash. Both wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to yield and speed through city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828026 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
Int 1339-2025
Lee co-sponsors ambulette exemption bill, reducing street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.

Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.


Int 1339-2025
Lee co-sponsors bill that decreases street safety by exempting ambulettes from bus lane rules.

Council bill lets ambulettes drive and park in bus lanes. Double-parking allowed to help passengers. Streets grow tighter. Danger for walkers and riders rises.

Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Members Julie Menin and Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' The bill grants ambulettes the right to drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes while helping passengers. Menin and Lee sponsor the measure, which was referred to committee on July 14. No safety analysis was provided. The change would squeeze vulnerable road users, making sidewalks and crossings riskier.


Int 1339-2025
Lee co-sponsors bill that reduces street safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes. More vehicles in bus lanes mean more risk for people walking, biking, and waiting at curbs. Danger grows where curb chaos reigns.

Bill Int 1339-2025 sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure since July 14, 2025. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code...exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' would let ambulettes drive, stop, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Council Member Julie Menin sponsors, joined by Linda Lee, Frank Morano, Eric Dinowitz, Lynn C. Schulman, Kamillah Hanks, Carlina Rivera, and Chris Banks. Allowing more vehicles to double-park and block bus lanes increases risk for pedestrians and cyclists at the curb. The city’s most vulnerable will face more conflict and less safe space.


Int 1339-2025
Lee Opposes Bus Lane Restrictions Supports Ambulette Double Parking

Council bill lets ambulettes use bus lanes and double-park to help passengers. More vehicles in bus lanes, more double-parking. Vulnerable road users face tighter, riskier streets.

Int 1339-2025, now in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, was introduced July 14, 2025 by Council Member Linda Lee. The bill, titled 'A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to exempting ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allowing them to double park to assist passengers,' lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Lee sponsored the bill. If passed, more vehicles will block bus lanes and sidewalks, squeezing pedestrians and cyclists. The city’s most vulnerable will face more danger at the curb.


Int 1339-2025
Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill

Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.

Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.


Int 1339-2025
Lee Supports Harmful Ambulette Bus Lane Exemption Bill

Council bill lets ambulettes drive and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers. Streets narrow. Danger grows for walkers and riders. Vulnerable users pay the price.

Bill Int 1339-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced July 14, 2025, by Council Member Linda Lee, it would 'exempt ambulettes from certain bus lane restrictions and allow them to double park to assist passengers.' Lee sponsored the measure, which was referred to committee the same day. The bill lets ambulettes drive, park, and double-park in bus lanes to help passengers board and deboard. No safety review was provided. The move risks more blocked lanes and sightlines, putting pedestrians and cyclists in harm’s way.


Teen Dies Falling From 7 Train

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.


City Bike Lane Plan Sparks Queens Clash

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.


Int 0857-2024
Lee 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.


SUV Driver Distracted, Five Hurt on 76 Ave

SUV slammed parked cars on 76 Ave. Five people hurt. Police cite outside distraction and reaction to another vehicle. Metal, glass, pain. Streets stay dangerous.

A crash on 76 Ave in Queens left five vehicle occupants injured. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck parked cars after the driver was distracted by something outside the vehicle and reacted to an uninvolved vehicle. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. One driver suffered neck injuries and bruising. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus, as detailed in the official report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824850 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
Cyclist Killed In Queens Hit-And-Run

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.


SUV Driver Loses Consciousness, Three Hurt in Queens Crash

An SUV slammed into a parked sedan on 263rd Street. Three people inside the vehicles were hurt. Police say the SUV driver lost consciousness. The crash left a 61-year-old man with back injuries. A woman, 76, and an infant were also injured.

A crash on 263rd Street in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a parked Hyundai sedan. According to the police report, the SUV was heading south when the driver lost consciousness and struck the sedan’s left rear bumper. Three occupants were hurt: a 61-year-old male driver of the SUV suffered back injuries and was found unconscious, while a 76-year-old woman and an infant, both occupants, were also injured. The police report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors are noted. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. All injuries were reported by police; the severity ranged from complaints of pain to unspecified injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821628 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-18
S 8344
Braunstein votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.

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.


S 8344
Vanel votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.

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.


S 7678
Braunstein votes yes to expand school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

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.