Crash Count for Sunnyside Yards (North)
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 433
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 303
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 76
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 6
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 2
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jun 7, 2025
Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Sunnyside Yards (North)?
SUVs/Cars 3 0 1 Trucks/Buses 2 0 0 Bikes 1 0 0 Motos/Mopeds 0 0 0

No More Limps: Demand 20 MPH Before Sunnyside Bleeds Again

Sunnyside Yards (North): Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 6, 2025

The Numbers Behind the Pain

No one died in Sunnyside Yards (North) this past year. But the numbers do not comfort. Seventy-nine people were hurt in 103 crashes in the last twelve months alone. Not one was called a serious injury, but pain lingers. Limps last. The body remembers. See the NYC Open Data.

Crashes do not spare the young. Three children were injured. The most battered age group: 35 to 44, with 27 injuries. The streets do not care who you are. They take what they want.

The Machines That Hit

Cars and trucks did most of the harm. In the last three years, they killed two people and left dozens more bleeding. Bikes and mopeds were not spared either. One cyclist was killed. Trucks, sedans, SUVs, bikes—they all left marks. The street is a battlefield, and the weapons are steel and speed.

What Leaders Have Done—and Not Done

City Hall claims progress. They point to new speed cameras, intersection redesigns, and the passage of Sammy’s Law, which lets the city lower speed limits to 20 mph. But the limit has not dropped yet. The law sits unused. The cameras need Albany’s blessing to keep running. Each delay is another roll of the dice.

No local leader has stood up to demand more for Sunnyside Yards (North). No council member has called for urgent redesigns or a citywide 20 mph limit. The silence is loud. The danger is louder.

What Comes Next

This is not fate. This is policy. Every injury is a choice made by someone in power. Call your council member. Demand the 20 mph limit. Demand real protection for people walking and biking. Do not wait for the next crash. Do not let another family join the count.

Take action now.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Sunnyside Yards (North) sit politically?
It belongs to borough Queens, community board Queens CB1, city council district District 26, assembly district AD 37 and state senate district SD 12.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Sunnyside Yards (North)?
Cars and Trucks: 2 deaths, 6 moderate injuries. Bikes: 0 deaths, 1 moderate injury. See NYC Open Data.
Are crashes just accidents, or can they be prevented?
Crashes are not random. They happen where streets are wide, speeds are high, and leaders delay action. Every injury is preventable with safer design and lower speeds.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can lower speed limits to 20 mph, redesign dangerous intersections, and fight for more speed cameras. They can act now, not after another person is hurt.
How many people were injured or killed in Sunnyside Yards (North) in the last year?
In the past 12 months, 79 people were injured in 103 crashes. No one died, but the toll is real. See NYC Open Data.
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.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Sunnyside Yards (North)

Cyclist Fractured Arm in Northern Blvd Crash

A cyclist suffered a fractured arm on Northern Blvd. A sedan and bike collided. Both drivers disregarded traffic control. The crash left the cyclist injured. The street saw confusion and failure to obey signals. Metal struck flesh. The system failed again.

A cyclist was injured in a collision with a sedan at Northern Blvd and 35 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, both the cyclist and the sedan driver disregarded traffic control. The cyclist, a 34-year-old man, suffered a fractured arm and dislocation. The crash involved a BMW sedan traveling west and a bike making a right turn southbound. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The impact struck the cyclist’s arm, leaving him with serious injuries. No other injuries were reported.


Pick-up Truck Fails to Yield, E-Bike Rider Injured

A pick-up truck turned right onto Northern Blvd, striking a westbound e-bike rider on 37th Ave. The impact threw the 39-year-old cyclist to the ground. He lay stunned, clutching his bruised hip, as traffic hummed around him.

According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling northeast made a right turn onto Northern Blvd and collided with a westbound e-bike on 37th Ave in Queens. The 39-year-old male cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered a contusion to his hip and upper leg, experiencing shock at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor on the part of the pick-up truck driver. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited as factors in the crash. The pick-up truck showed no visible damage, while the cyclist was left injured in the roadway.


Moped Driver Ejected, Head Injury on 31st St

A moped slammed into another vehicle’s front end on 31st Street near Northern Boulevard. The 26-year-old driver was ejected, suffering a head injury and concussion. Sirens echoed as first responders arrived in Queens’ evening air.

According to the police report, a moped traveling east on 31st Street near Northern Boulevard collided with the center front end of another vehicle. The moped’s 26-year-old driver was ejected and sustained a head injury, described as a concussion, and was found incoherent at the scene. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor in the crash. No damage was reported to either vehicle. The data does not specify if helmet use contributed to the injury, and no other contributing factors are listed for the driver. No other injuries were reported.


Sedan Turns Right, Injures Bicyclist on Northern Blvd

A 27-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and injured with back abrasions when a sedan made a right turn on Northern Blvd in Queens. The crash involved failure to yield right-of-way and improper turning by the sedan driver.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:25 AM on Northern Blvd near 36 Ave in Queens. A sedan, traveling west and making a right turn, collided with a 27-year-old male bicyclist also traveling west. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained back abrasions, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites the sedan driver's failure to yield right-of-way and turning improperly as contributing factors. The bicyclist was the driver of the e-bike and was conscious after the crash. Vehicle damage was minimal, with no damage reported to either the sedan or the e-bike. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist’s behavior or safety equipment.


Sedan Rear-Ends Helmeted Teen Bicyclist

A 17-year-old bicyclist wearing a helmet suffered bruises and arm injuries after a sedan struck him from behind on Northern Blvd in Queens. The crash occurred at 5 p.m. The driver’s failure to maintain distance caused the impact.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Northern Blvd collided with a westbound bicyclist at 5 p.m. The bicyclist, a 17-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan striking the center back end of the bike. The report cites the sedan driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," compounded by "Glare," which contributed to the crash. The sedan driver was licensed and driving straight ahead. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. Vehicle damage was centered on the sedan’s front and the bike’s rear. This collision highlights the dangers posed by insufficient following distance and visibility issues on busy Queens streets.


SUV Collides Head-On With Carry All on Northern Blvd

A Ford SUV traveling west collided head-on with a Carry All truck going east on Northern Blvd in Queens. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old woman, suffered upper arm injuries and shock. Police cited traffic control disregard as a key factor.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:51 on Northern Blvd in Queens. A 2017 Ford SUV traveling west was passing when it collided head-on with a 2023 Carry All truck traveling east. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The SUV driver, a 20-year-old female occupant wearing a lap belt, sustained upper arm injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in failing to obey traffic signals or rules. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The Carry All had no occupants at the time. Vehicle damage included the SUV's left rear quarter panel and the Carry All's center front end.


Motorcyclist Partially Ejected in Queens Crash

A 56-year-old male motorcyclist was partially ejected and suffered a fractured shoulder and dislocation in Queens. The crash occurred on Northern Blvd at 5:52 p.m. Driver inattention and distraction caused the injury, according to the police report.

According to the police report, a 56-year-old male motorcyclist driving northwest on Northern Blvd in Queens was partially ejected from his motorcycle around 5:52 p.m. The rider sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated upper arm and shoulder injury. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet, but the report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The motorcycle showed no damage at the point of impact, indicating the severity of the rider's ejection despite the vehicle's condition. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. This incident highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction on city streets.


Rear-End Crash on Northern Blvd Injures Driver

Two sedans collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 63-year-old driver of the rear vehicle suffered head injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when impact occurred.

According to the police report, at 17:20 on Northern Boulevard in Queens, two sedans traveling eastbound collided. The rear vehicle, a 2017 Ford sedan, struck the center back end of the front 2023 Mercedes sedan. The driver of the Ford, a 63-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were going straight ahead at the time of impact. The Ford driver was using a lap belt and harness. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.


E-Scooter Driver Ejected, Neck Injury in Queens

An e-scooter driver in Queens was ejected and suffered a neck injury and concussion. The rider was semiconscious after the crash. The incident occurred on Northern Boulevard with the e-scooter traveling eastbound. No driver errors were cited in the report.

According to the police report, a 44-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured in a crash on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 9:15 AM. The rider, wearing a helmet, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a neck injury and concussion, resulting in a semiconscious state. The e-scooter was traveling straight ahead eastbound at the time of the crash. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The crash involved another unspecified vehicle also traveling straight ahead eastbound. The police report does not attribute fault to the e-scooter driver or note any victim behaviors as contributing factors. The focus remains on the impact and injuries sustained by the vulnerable road user.


SUV Right Turn Strikes Queens Bicyclist

A Queens bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries after a Nissan SUV made a right turn, striking him on Honeywell Street. The crash, driven by driver inattention and distraction, left the cyclist bruised but conscious, highlighting dangers in turning maneuvers.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:10 on Honeywell Street in Queens when a 2019 Nissan SUV was making a right turn. The SUV's right front quarter panel collided with a bicyclist traveling southbound. The bicyclist, a 44-year-old man, sustained an upper arm contusion and bruise but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for both the SUV driver and the bicyclist, emphasizing driver error as the primary cause. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were cited as contributing factors. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by distracted drivers during turning maneuvers in urban settings.


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Glare Causes Queens SUV and Sedan Collision

Two vehicles collided on Northern Boulevard in Queens as glare impaired visibility. A female SUV driver and her passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts. The crash caused significant damage to the SUV’s left rear and the sedan’s front end.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:55 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 39-year-old female driver of a 2007 Mazda SUV was slowing or stopping when her vehicle was struck on the left rear bumper by a 2011 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The sedan’s driver was going straight ahead. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report identifies glare as a contributing factor to the collision, impairing visibility for both drivers. The SUV driver sustained head injuries and whiplash, while her 17-year-old front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and restrained with lap belts. Vehicle damage included the SUV’s left rear quarter panel and the sedan’s center front end. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were cited in the report.


SUV Left Turn Hits Moped Passenger in Queens

A moped passenger was ejected and injured when an SUV made a left turn and collided with the moped traveling west. The crash involved failure to yield and disregarded traffic control, causing serious lower leg injuries and bruising.

According to the police report, at 3:27 AM in Queens near Northern Boulevard, a Chevrolet SUV making a left turn struck a westbound moped. The moped's left front bumper collided with the SUV's left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Traffic Control Disregarded" by the SUV driver. The moped carried two occupants; a 36-year-old female passenger was ejected and sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries with contusions and bruises. The passenger was conscious but injured, and no safety equipment was noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling northeast, while the moped driver was licensed and traveling straight west. Unsafe speed was also listed as a contributing factor. The crash highlights critical driver errors leading to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.


SUV Right Turn Strikes Bicyclist on 51 Street

A 43-year-old female bicyclist was partially ejected and injured with back trauma and whiplash after an SUV making a right turn struck her on 51 Street in Queens. The SUV’s left side doors bore the impact, revealing a violent collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:50 on 51 Street in Queens when a 2023 SUV, traveling southwest and making a right turn, collided with a bicyclist traveling northwest and making a left turn. The point of impact was the SUV’s left side doors and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old female, was partially ejected and sustained back injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious after the crash. The report cites "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors beyond the collision details. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle with four occupants aboard. The bicyclist was not using any safety equipment. This crash highlights the dangers of turning maneuvers involving vulnerable road users in Queens.


Sedan Turns Right, Hits E-Scooter Rider

A sedan making a right turn struck an e-scooter rider traveling straight. The rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered injuries to his elbow and lower arm. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and inattention as causes.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:40 near 48 Street and Northern Boulevard. A sedan traveling north was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter rider going straight west. The e-scooter rider, a 25-year-old male driver, sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was treated for a minor burn and shock. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the e-scooter. The report explicitly lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors on the part of the sedan driver. The e-scooter rider was not cited for any contributing factors. The sedan driver was licensed in New York, while the e-scooter rider held a Pennsylvania license.


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Two Female Drivers Injured in Queens Collision

Two women drivers collided on Honeywell Street in Queens. Both disregarded traffic controls, crashing front quarter panel to front end. Injuries included back and leg trauma with whiplash. Both conscious and restrained, the crash exposed critical driver errors at the intersection.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:06 on Honeywell Street in Queens involving a 2023 sedan and a 2023 SUV. Both drivers, female and licensed, were traveling straight ahead but disregarded traffic controls, which was cited as the primary contributing factor. The sedan was struck on the left front quarter panel, while the SUV sustained damage to its center front end. Both drivers were injured; the 66-year-old sedan driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, and the 52-year-old SUV driver sustained knee, lower leg, and foot injuries along with whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report highlights driver errors—specifically traffic control disregard—as the cause, with no victim fault or other contributing factors noted.


SUV Strikes Parked Sedan on Northern Boulevard

A GMC SUV traveling west collided with a parked Honda sedan on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The SUV’s right side doors hit the sedan’s left front bumper. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash, remaining conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:22 AM on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 34-year-old male driver of a 2012 GMC SUV, traveling west, struck a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the SUV’s right side doors against the sedan’s left front bumper. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error. The SUV driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Both vehicles were stationary before the crash, suggesting the SUV driver failed to control the vehicle or obey traffic controls, leading to the collision with the parked sedan.


SUV Right-Turn Hits Bicyclist in Queens

A 26-year-old female bicyclist was ejected and injured after an SUV made a right turn and struck her. The impact caused abrasions to her face. Police cited the SUV driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the cause of the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:12 in Queens near 42 Place and Northern Boulevard. A 26-year-old female bicyclist was traveling east when a 2022 SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, made a right turn southeast and struck her with the vehicle's right front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions to her face, classified as injury severity level 3. The report explicitly identifies the SUV driver's failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision caused damage to the SUV's right front bumper and the bike's center front end. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted in the report.


SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal

A 31-year-old woman suffered head injuries after an SUV made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred.

According to the police report, at 9:11 a.m. on Northern Boulevard, a 2024 Chevrolet SUV traveling south made a left turn and struck a 31-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained head injuries, including contusions and bruises, and remained conscious. The point of impact was the SUV's left front quarter panel, which also sustained damage. The report cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and disregard for traffic control as contributing factors. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not identified as a contributing factor. The collision highlights driver error in yielding during a left turn, resulting in serious injury to a vulnerable road user.


Two Sedans Collide on Northern Boulevard

Two sedans collided at Northern Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were making left turns when the crash occurred. One driver suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor.

According to the police report, the crash happened on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 14:20. Two sedans, both making left turns, collided. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of one vehicle and the right side doors of the other. The driver of one sedan, a 38-year-old female occupant, was injured with head trauma and experienced shock. She was restrained by a lap belt and harness and complained of pain or nausea. The report explicitly lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. Both vehicles were registered in New York and had one occupant each. The collision caused damage to the right rear quarter panels of both vehicles. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.


Motorcycle Driver Injured Following Too Closely

A 49-year-old male motorcyclist sustained knee and concussion injuries after a crash in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was following too closely. The rider was helmeted and conscious, but suffered serious lower leg trauma.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north on 51 Street in Queens was involved in a crash at 15:22. The 49-year-old male driver, who was wearing a helmet, was injured with knee, lower leg, and foot trauma, and suffered a concussion. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. There was no damage reported to the motorcycle at the point of impact. The police data highlights driver error—specifically failure to maintain safe distance—as the cause of the injury. No victim behavior was cited as contributing to the crash.