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Two cars crashed on Junction Boulevard. Five people hurt. Back, shoulder, head injuries. Drivers ignored traffic control. Pain and shock followed. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed.

According to the police report, a sedan and an SUV collided on Junction Boulevard in Queens. Five occupants, including the SUV driver and four passengers aged 13 to 41, suffered injuries to the back, shoulder, and head. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was struck at the center back end, damaging its right rear bumper, while the sedan sustained front-end damage. All occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. Victims experienced shock, pain, and internal injuries. The crash underscores failures in obeying traffic signals and maintaining driver attention.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4552929 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15

A 28-year-old woman on an e-scooter was injured in Queens. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield right-of-way. The e-scooter driver suffered a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on 79 Street near 31 Avenue in Queens involving an e-scooter and an SUV. The e-scooter driver, a 28-year-old woman, sustained a head injury described as a contusion and remained conscious. The report lists driver errors including "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was not wearing any safety equipment. Neither vehicle showed damage or point of impact. The SUV was traveling north, and the e-scooter was traveling east, both going straight ahead before the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4552196 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15

A 31-year-old man was struck while getting on or off a vehicle away from an intersection. He suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The crash happened late at night on Northern Boulevard in Queens.

According to the police report, a 31-year-old male pedestrian was injured while getting on or off a vehicle away from an intersection on Northern Boulevard in Queens. He sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The vehicle involved was a Lexus car or SUV traveling southeast. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No helmet or safety equipment was noted. The crash occurred at 10:37 p.m. The report does not specify the exact cause or point of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4561670 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15

A sedan traveling east struck multiple parked SUVs on 90 Street in Queens. The sedan’s driver lost consciousness and suffered a head injury. The impact damaged the sedan’s right front bumper and the SUVs’ rear ends. The driver was treated for a concussion.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on 90 Street collided with several parked SUVs. The sedan’s driver, a 38-year-old man, lost consciousness during the crash and sustained a head injury, including a concussion. The report lists "Lost Consciousness" as a contributing factor. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged, and the parked SUVs sustained damage to their rear ends. No other injuries or contributing driver errors were noted. The driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling issues.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4547459 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15

A 46-year-old woman on an e-bike was hit by a 2019 SUV making a left turn on 79 Street in Queens. The rider suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The SUV driver was licensed. The e-bike rider was unlicensed and not wearing safety gear.

According to the police report, a 46-year-old female e-bike rider traveling east on 79 Street in Queens was struck by a 2019 Land Rover SUV making a left turn northwest. The point of impact was the center front end of the e-bike and the left front bumper of the SUV. The e-bike rider sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report notes the e-bike rider was unlicensed and not wearing any safety equipment. No specific driver errors were listed in the contributing factors, which were marked as unspecified. The SUV driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. The collision caused moderate injury to the bicyclist, who was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4546126 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15

A 62-year-old woman was struck while emerging from behind a parked car on 74 Street in Queens. The sedan, driven by an unlicensed female driver making a left turn, hit the pedestrian with its front center. She suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation.

According to the police report, a 62-year-old female pedestrian was injured on 74 Street in Queens after being struck by a 2021 Ford sedan. The driver, an unlicensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was emerging from in front of or behind a parked vehicle when the sedan hit her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a fractured and dislocated lower arm and elbow. The report lists driver errors including Driver Inattention/Distraction and Failure to Yield Right-of-Way. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4541568 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15

A sedan backing unsafely struck a 21-year-old e-scooter rider in Queens. The rider was ejected and suffered a head injury with a concussion. The driver showed inattention and distraction. The scooter's front end was damaged; the sedan showed no damage.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west in Queens was backing unsafely and struck an e-scooter rider traveling south. The 21-year-old male rider was ejected and sustained a head injury resulting in a concussion. The report lists the driver's errors as "Backing Unsafely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The sedan showed no damage, while the e-scooter had damage to its center front end. The rider was conscious after the crash. No safety equipment or helmet use was noted in the report. The incident occurred near 35-40 92 Street in Queens, zip code 11372.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4537867 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15

A 2016 SUV struck another vehicle on Junction Boulevard in Queens. Three passengers suffered neck and head injuries. All wore seat belts. The driver was licensed. Impact hit the left front bumper. Injuries ranged from whiplash to head trauma.

According to the police report, a 2016 Toyota SUV traveling east on Junction Boulevard in Queens collided with another SUV. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the Toyota. Three passengers inside the Toyota were injured: a 43-year-old man with head injuries and semiconscious status, a 42-year-old woman with neck injuries and whiplash, and a 9-year-old girl with neck injuries and whiplash. All were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The driver was licensed and was going straight ahead before the crash. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors beyond unspecified causes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4536914 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15

Two sedans crashed on Queens’ 82 Street. The lead car slowed; the trailing car struck it from behind. Both drivers suffered neck injuries and shock. Driver distraction and following too closely caused the crash. Both occupants wore seat belts.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on 82 Street in Queens. The first vehicle was slowing or stopping when the second vehicle, traveling behind it, struck its center back end with its center front end. The driver of the trailing car was inattentive and following too closely, contributing to the crash. Both drivers were injured, suffering neck pain and shock. The front passenger in the lead vehicle was also injured with neck pain and shock. Both drivers and the passenger were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. No other factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4536195 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15

A sedan and motorbike crashed while both made right turns on 31 Avenue in Queens. The motorbike driver, 23, suffered knee and lower leg fractures. Police cited improper lane usage and driver distraction as causes. Both vehicles hit on right front panels.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on 31 Avenue in Queens involving a sedan and a motorbike, both making right turns. The motorbike driver, a 23-year-old male occupant, sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The report lists driver errors including 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Additionally, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was noted. The impact occurred at the right front quarter panels of both vehicles. The motorbike driver was conscious and not ejected. No safety equipment details were provided. The sedan driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4536902 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15

A 16-year-old girl was struck by an eastbound SUV on 93 Street in Queens. She was crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The girl suffered hip and upper leg injuries and was in shock.

According to the police report, a 16-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk on 93 Street in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2019 Honda SUV traveling east. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg and was reported in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists driver errors as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian was not at fault, and no safety equipment or signals were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4536903 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15

Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.

Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.

• File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-06-02

Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.

• File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-06-01

Two sedans collided at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. One driver suffered chest injuries. The crash happened when a sedan made a left turn on red and struck another sedan traveling west. Distraction played a key role in the crash.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old female driver was injured with chest trauma after a collision at Roosevelt Avenue, Queens. The crash involved two sedans. One vehicle was making a left turn on red when it struck the right side doors of a sedan going straight west. The injured driver was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists driver inattention and passenger distraction as contributing factors. The collision caused center front end damage to the turning vehicle and right side door damage to the other. No other injuries or violations were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4533558 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15

Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.

Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.

• File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-31

A taxi driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries in a crash on Grand Central Parkway. The vehicle’s left front quarter panel took the impact. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old male taxi driver was injured in a crash on Grand Central Parkway. The taxi, traveling west, sustained damage to its left front quarter panel. The driver, who was the sole occupant, was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any clear driver errors. The driver suffered contusions and bruises to the shoulder and upper arm. No pedestrians or other vehicles were reported as involved or injured. The crash details do not specify the cause or any traffic violations.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4532817 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15

MTA pledges better access for cyclists and walkers. The agency seeks public input. Sam Schwartz Engineering will draft the plan. New bike parking appears at Grand Central. Permit rules ease on commuter trains. Advocates push for more. History shows slow progress.

""Increasing access of cyclists to MTA bridges is a matter of environmental justice, public health, and labor justice,"" -- Jessica González-Rojas

On May 27, 2022, the MTA announced a strategic action plan to improve bicycle, pedestrian, and micromobility access to its trains and facilities. This follows a state bill signed last year mandating better conditions for cyclists. The plan, still in development, aims to create 'equitable access to the transit system and support sustainable transportation modes.' MTA Chairman and CEO Janno Lieber said, 'We want to improve customer access to our environmentally friendly MTA services, however they get to their train or bus.' Queens Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas called bridge access 'a matter of environmental justice, public health, and labor justice.' The MTA has ended bike permits on LIRR and Metro-North and added bike parking at Grand Central, but its record on bike access remains mixed. The agency is now seeking public comment and has hired Sam Schwartz Engineering to help shape the plan.

• MTA Promises to Do Better on Bike and Pedestrian Access — And Needs Your Help, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-05-27

Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.

Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.

• File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-25

Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.

Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.

• File S 5602, Open States, Published 2022-05-25

Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.

• File A 8936, Open States, Published 2022-05-23