Crash Count for Astoria (Central)
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,121
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 566
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 122
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 1
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 2
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 31, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Astoria (Central)?

Sidewalks Aren’t Safe—Blood on Astoria Streets, Silence from City Hall

Sidewalks Aren’t Safe—Blood on Astoria Streets, Silence from City Hall

Astoria (Central): Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025

The Toll in Blood and Bone

A seven-year-old girl left school and never made it home whole. A car jumped the curb on 35th Avenue, crushing her femur and leaving her with a head wound. Her classmate, fourteen, was hit too. A man, fifty-eight, limped away with bruised legs. The driver had no license. Police called it “reckless endangerment, reckless driving and driving without a license” said the NYPD. The sidewalk offered no safety.

In the last twelve months, 167 people were injured and one killed on Astoria (Central) streets. No one was spared: children, cyclists, the old. SUVs and sedans did most of the harm.

Patterns That Don’t Break

A 94-year-old woman tried to cross Broadway. A USPS van rolled over her, pinning her body to the street. She lived, barely. “The van drove completely over the woman… before coming to an abrupt stop with the victim trapped under it,” reported police. No charges. No comfort.

In the same year, a cyclist was killed at 34th Avenue and 37th Street. Another was struck on 36th Street. Pedestrians crossing with the signal were hit by turning SUVs. The numbers do not lie: over 1,000 crashes since 2022, more than 500 injuries, and one death.

What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done

The city touts new laws. Sammy’s Law lets New York lower speed limits. Cameras catch speeders, but only if Albany keeps them running. Local leaders talk of Vision Zero, but the blood on the crosswalks says the work is not done. No recent public statements from District 22 or Queens CB1 address these latest crashes.

What Comes Next

This is not fate. This is policy.

Call your council member. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand protected crossings and working cameras. Every day of delay is another broken body, another family changed forever.

Take action now.

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Zohran Mamdani
Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani
District 36
District Office:
24-08 32nd St. Suite 1002A, Astoria, NY 11102
Legislative Office:
Room 456, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Tiffany Cabán
Council Member Tiffany Cabán
District 22
District Office:
30-83 31st Street, Astoria, NY 11102
718-274-4500
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1778, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6969
Twitter: TiffanyCaban
Kristen Gonzalez
State Senator Kristen Gonzalez
District 59
District Office:
801 2nd Ave. Suite 303, New York, NY 10017
Legislative Office:
Room 817, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Astoria (Central) Astoria (Central) sits in Queens, Precinct 114, District 22, AD 36, SD 59, Queens CB1.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Astoria (Central)

Moped Driver Ejected in Queens Crash

A moped collided with a pick-up truck on 21 Street in Queens. The moped driver, 18, was ejected and suffered facial fractures and dislocations. The truck struck the moped’s front end. Police cited traffic control disregard by the driver.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on 21 Street in Queens involving a pick-up truck and a moped. The moped driver, an 18-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained serious facial injuries including fractures and dislocations. The truck, traveling east, struck the left rear quarter panel of the moped, which was traveling south. The moped driver was unlicensed. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. The moped driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The truck driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4593506 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Mamdani Urges Fix the MTA Bills to Prevent Cuts

MTA leaders warn: no new money, no full service. Peak hour cuts, longer waits. Riders and workers brace for frustration. Advocates and lawmakers push Albany to fill the gap. The board’s budget opens the door to fare hikes and more pain.

On December 22, 2022, MTA leaders announced that without recurring state funding, service cuts are inevitable. The MTA Board approved a 2023 budget allowing fare hikes and service changes, pending Albany’s action. Chairman Janno Lieber said, "All good things can happen if people are willing to pay for them, or help figure out recurring funding sources, which is what MTA needs to achieve fiscal stability." New York City Transit President Richard Davey explained that peak hour service would be trimmed, with modest increases in wait times, while some weekend service would expand. Transit advocates and union leaders, including Richard Davis, condemned the cuts, warning of increased rider frustration and assaults on workers. Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani urged passage of bills to freeze fares and fill the MTA’s fiscal gap, stating, "We have to fix the rot at the heart of the transit system." No formal safety analyst assessment was provided, but the debate centers on the risk to riders and workers if service shrinks.


Mamdani Backs Safety Boosting Free Bus Service Plan

Senator Michael Gianaris faces criticism for backing free city buses by 2026. The editorial slams the plan’s $638 million price tag and attacks its supporters. No mention of safety. The fight is about money, not lives on the street.

On December 16, 2022, an editorial targeted State Senator Michael Gianaris (District 12) for supporting a proposal to make all New York City buses free by 2026. The piece, titled 'Sen. Gianaris’ latest ‘bust the MTA’ budget idiocy,' appeared in the New York Post. It claims the plan would add $638 million a year to the MTA’s deficits and criticizes the idea as reckless. Gianaris, along with Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, is called out for joining the push. The editorial’s focus is fiscal: 'making all city buses free by 2026... would add an estimated $638 million a year to the MTA’s multi-billion dollar deficits.' There is no assessment of how this policy would affect vulnerable road users. The debate here is about budgets, not street safety.


Mamdani Backs Safety Boosting Free MTA Buses Plan

State lawmakers Mamdani and Gianaris unveiled a four-year plan to fund free MTA buses. The proposal boosts bus service, freezes fares, and expands camera enforcement. They call it urgent. The plan aims to make transit faster, cheaper, and safer for all riders.

On December 14, 2022, Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani and State Senator Michael Gianaris introduced the Formula Three Act, a legislative proposal to overhaul MTA funding and fare policy. The plan, part of the larger Fix The MTA Package, would phase in free local and Select Bus Service, increase bus frequency by 20%, freeze fares, and expand permanent bus lane camera enforcement. Funding would rise from $200 million in 2023 to $638 million in 2026, with $488 million yearly for more buses and $300 million annually for frequent subways. Mamdani called the proposal 'urgent and necessary,' stressing that 'seniors, working class New Yorkers, people who use the bus the most are able to do so without fear of being priced out.' Gianaris said, 'incrementalism...is not working.' The lawmakers urge bold action to ensure public transit is accessible, affordable, and excellent.


Queens Sedan Crashes Into Parked Cars

A sedan traveling south on Crescent Street struck two parked sedans. The driver, a 52-year-old woman, suffered upper arm injuries and minor bleeding. Police report illness and loss of consciousness as contributing factors. No other injuries reported.

According to the police report, a 52-year-old female driver traveling south on Crescent Street in Queens collided with two parked sedans. The driver sustained injuries to her shoulder and upper arm, with minor bleeding and shock noted. The report lists 'Illness' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors to the crash. The driver was not ejected and was operating the vehicle with a permit license. The parked vehicles sustained damage to their rear and quarter panels. No other persons were injured in the crash. The incident highlights a medical emergency as the primary cause, with no driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4590223 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens Collision

A sedan and an e-scooter collided on 29 Avenue in Queens. The e-scooter rider, a 28-year-old man, suffered a head abrasion but was conscious and not ejected. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on 29 Avenue in Queens involving a sedan and an e-scooter. The e-scooter rider, a 28-year-old male, was injured with a head abrasion but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by one party. The sedan and e-scooter were both traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The e-scooter rider was riding alone and the sedan had one occupant. No other contributing factors or safety equipment details were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4588706 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Driver Distraction Triggers Rear-End Collision

Three sedans collided on 31 Avenue. A woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Driver distraction caused the crash. Impact hit rear and front ends. Streets turned dangerous in a moment.

According to the police report, three sedans collided on 31 Avenue in Queens. The vehicles were stopped or moving straight when the crash struck. A 44-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and restrained at the scene. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The impact centered on the rear and front ends of the cars. All drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left one driver hurt and cars damaged, exposing the risk on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4583711 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Mamdani Supports Safety Boosting Six Minute Off Peak Service

Lawmakers and advocates rallied in Manhattan. They demanded more money for the MTA. They want six-minute bus and subway service. They warned against service cuts and fare hikes. They called for gas tax revenue to fund transit. Riders need safe, frequent service.

On November 17, 2022, state legislators and transit advocates pressed for increased MTA funding and six-minute off-peak service. The push comes ahead of the next budget cycle. Assembly Members Zohran Mamdani and Amanda Septimo, State Senator Andrew Gounardes, and Assembly Member Emily Gallagher led the call. Mamdani said, 'If we implement six-minute service, the consequences would be felt for riders across all aspects of their life.' Septimo called transit an economic and racial justice issue. Gounardes urged the governor to include MTA funding in the initial budget. Gallagher criticized the gas tax holiday, urging funds go to transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber warned that cuts or fare hikes would devastate working- and middle-class New Yorkers. The group demanded action to protect and improve transit for all riders.


Pedestrian Hit by Left-Turning Sedan on 28 Street

A 36-year-old woman was struck at a marked crosswalk on 28 Street. The sedan, making a left turn, hit her with its left front bumper. She suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.

According to the police report, a 36-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk on 28 Street. The crash involved a 2020 Honda sedan making a left turn and a parked 2011 Subaru SUV. The sedan struck the pedestrian with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The parked SUV was not involved in active movement. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal but at a marked crosswalk.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4577339 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Bus Strikes 14-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing

A 14-year-old girl was hit by a bus on Crescent Street while crossing with the signal. The bus was making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver failed to yield and was distracted.

According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Crescent Street struck a 14-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The bus was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious after the crash. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed and operating the vehicle at the time. There was no damage reported to the bus. The pedestrian was not at fault.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4578570 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Rear-Ends Pickup Truck on Crescent Street

A 27-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his SUV struck the rear of a pickup truck in Queens. The crash happened late at night. Driver distraction was cited as a contributing factor. The victim was not ejected and was in shock.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Crescent Street in Queens when a 2020 SUV traveling south rear-ended a 2005 pickup truck also heading south. The SUV driver, a 27-year-old man, sustained back injuries and whiplash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the right front bumper. The injured driver was in shock following the crash. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4578542 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Moped Strikes SUV in Queens Intersection

A moped making a left turn collided with an SUV going straight on 34 Avenue in Queens. The moped driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was incoherent at the scene. Police cited improper lane usage as a factor.

According to the police report, a moped traveling south on 34 Avenue attempted a left turn and struck a westbound SUV going straight. The moped driver, a 35-year-old man, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was incoherent at the scene. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error on the moped's part. There is no mention of helmet use or other safety equipment. The collision caused front-end damage to the moped but no damage to the SUV.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4573383 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
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Sedan Hits Two Boys Crossing Against Signal

A sedan struck two boys, ages 7 and 11, crossing 30 Avenue against the signal. Both suffered upper leg and head injuries and were left in shock. The driver was distracted, hitting the pedestrians with the vehicle’s front center.

According to the police report, a 2018 Mazda sedan traveling east on 30 Avenue struck two male pedestrians, ages 7 and 11, who were crossing against the signal outside an intersection. Both boys sustained injuries: the younger suffered a head injury, the older a hip and upper leg injury. Both were reported in shock and had minor burns. The driver, a licensed female from New York, was going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The vehicle’s center front end was damaged on impact. There is no mention of victim fault or safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and crossing against signals.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4571372 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Hits E-Bike in Queens, Rider Ejected

A 37-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and injured after a collision with an SUV in Queens. The SUV was starting from parking and struck the bike’s front end. The rider suffered abrasions and whole-body injury but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a collision occurred in Queens when a 2022 SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, started from parking and struck an e-bike traveling south. The e-bike rider, a 37-year-old man, was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body. The report lists driver inexperience as a contributing factor to the crash. The SUV’s point of impact was the left front quarter panel, while the e-bike was hit at the center front end. The e-bike rider was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4557200 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Two Mopeds Collide on 31 Street

Two mopeds crashed head-on on 31 Street. A 17-year-old driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash involved driver inexperience and ignoring traffic controls. Both vehicles sustained damage to front and side.

According to the police report, two mopeds collided on 31 Street at 22:04. The 17-year-old driver of one moped was injured, sustaining abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inexperience and disregarding traffic controls as contributing factors. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both mopeds were traveling straight ahead before impact, which occurred at the center front end of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. The crash caused damage to both vehicles. Driver inattention and distraction also contributed to the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4555706 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Gonzalez Supports Safety Boosting Transit and Protected Bike Lanes

StreetsPAC called for voters to oust State Sen. Kevin Parker. They backed Kaegan Mays-Williams for her push on protected bike lanes and bus network redesign. Parker ignored safety questions. StreetsPAC praised other candidates who fight for safer streets and transit.

On August 9, 2022, StreetsPAC, New York City's safe streets political action committee, issued an endorsement urging Central Brooklyn voters to retire State Sen. Kevin Parker. The group backed Kaegan Mays-Williams, citing her support for redesigning Brooklyn's bus network and expanding protected bike lanes. StreetsPAC Executive Director Eric McClure said, 'She supports redesigning Brooklyn's bus network to simplify routes and speed commutes.' Parker did not respond to StreetsPAC's request for information and has a record of negative incidents. Mays-Williams stressed the need for dependable public transit and safer cycling. StreetsPAC also highlighted the safety records of Andrew Gounardes, Angel Vasquez, Jabori Brisport, Rajiv Gowda, Christian Amato, and Kristen Gonzalez, noting their support for speed cameras, pedestrian and bicycle safety, and transit improvements. The endorsement signals a clear push for candidates who prioritize vulnerable road users.


Moped Hits Bicyclist on 30 Avenue

A moped traveling north struck a bicyclist riding east on 30 Avenue in Queens. The cyclist, 22, suffered bruises and arm injuries. Police cited traffic control disregard and failure to yield as causes. The rider stayed conscious and was not ejected.

According to the police report, a moped and a bicycle collided on 30 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist, a 22-year-old male, sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The moped was traveling north, and the bicycle was traveling east at the time of impact. The collision occurred at the center front end of the moped and another point on the bike. No helmet or signaling issues were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4549010 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Motorcycle Hits Parked SUV in Queens

A motorcycle struck a parked SUV on 37 Street in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 33-year-old man, was partially ejected and injured his elbow and lower arm. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north on 37 Street collided with a parked SUV. The motorcycle hit the left side doors of the SUV. The motorcycle driver, a 33-year-old male wearing a helmet, was partially ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the primary driver error. The SUV was occupied by two people but no injuries were reported. The motorcycle suffered damage to its center front end, while the SUV was damaged on its left side doors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4543920 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Emerging from Parked Car

A 59-year-old man was hit by an eastbound SUV on 30 Avenue in Queens. He was emerging from in front of a parked vehicle when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm. The driver was inattentive.

According to the police report, a 59-year-old male pedestrian was injured while emerging from in front of a parked vehicle on 30 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian sustained contusions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash involved a 2018 SUV traveling eastbound, which struck the pedestrian on its right side doors. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4545547 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Queens Sedan Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle

A sedan struck another stopped in traffic on 31 Street in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered a head injury and shock. The crash involved driver distraction and following too closely. Both vehicles bore front and rear damage.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 31 Street rear-ended a stopped vehicle. The driver of the rear vehicle, a 30-year-old man, sustained a head injury and was in shock. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. The rear vehicle's center front end and the front vehicle's center back end were damaged. Both drivers were licensed and operating sedans. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The crash highlights driver errors leading to collision and injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4540226 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07