Red Lights Run, Childhood Stolen—Demand Safe Streets Now

A northbound SUV struck the rear of a stopped vehicle on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the struck vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles were SUVs traveling in traffic.

According to the police report, at 3:30 p.m. on Northern Boulevard in Queens, a 2024 Toyota SUV stopped in traffic was rear-ended by a 2008 Nissan SUV traveling northbound. The driver of the struck vehicle, a male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor to the collision. The striking vehicle impacted the center back end of the stopped SUV, which had no damage reported. The driver of the rear vehicle was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4765958, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 62-year-old woman crossing with the signal in Queens was struck by an eastbound e-scooter. The rider showed no vehicle damage but failed to pay attention. The pedestrian suffered lower leg injuries and shock at the intersection.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 34 Avenue in Queens at 14:20. A 62-year-old female pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when she was struck by an eastbound e-scooter. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, explicitly pointing to the e-scooter rider's failure to maintain focus. The e-scooter, carrying one occupant, had no vehicle damage and was going straight ahead. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock following the impact. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's behavior. This collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted e-scooter operators to lawful pedestrians at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4761618, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 15-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered head injuries after a collision with an SUV on 83 Street in Queens. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the crash. The boy was left with minor bleeding and shock.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 83 Street near 30 Avenue in Queens at 1:45 PM. A 15-year-old male bicyclist was traveling westbound when a 2017 Subaru SUV, driven northbound by a licensed female driver, struck him with its left front bumper. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike, sustaining head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The SUV had damage to its center front end, indicating the point of impact. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4761613, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted SUV driver rear-ended a sedan on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. Both vehicles traveled east when the SUV struck the sedan’s center back end. The sedan’s driver and passenger suffered injuries, including a concussion and abrasions.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:05 on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway. A 2021 Ford SUV, traveling east, collided with the center back end of a 2022 Honda sedan also traveling east. The report cites "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. The sedan’s driver, a 52-year-old male, sustained abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The sedan’s passenger, a 24-year-old male, suffered a concussion and head injury; he was also conscious and restrained. The passenger’s injuries were compounded by the SUV driver’s failure to maintain a safe following distance, noted as "Following Too Closely." Neither occupant was ejected. The collision highlights the dangers of driver distraction and tailgating on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4761627, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An SUV driver disregarded traffic control while making a right turn, colliding with a sedan traveling northbound. Both drivers sustained injuries—neck and lower leg trauma—highlighting the deadly consequences of driver errors at Queens intersections.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 30 Avenue in Queens at 7:38 PM. The SUV, driven by a licensed male from New York, was making a right turn when it disregarded traffic control, colliding with a northbound sedan. The sedan, operated by a licensed male driver from Connecticut, suffered impact on its left front bumper, while the SUV sustained damage to its right side doors. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver suffered neck injuries, and the sedan driver sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. Both occupants were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor for the SUV driver, emphasizing driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4759183, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A pick-up truck making a left turn struck a bicyclist traveling straight on 93 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered an upper arm abrasion but remained conscious. Driver inattention and distraction were cited as contributing factors in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:06 AM on 93 Street near 34 Avenue in Queens. A pick-up truck, driven by a licensed female driver traveling east and making a left turn, collided with a bicyclist going straight ahead in the same direction. The point of impact was the truck's right front bumper and the bike's left front bumper. The 25-year-old male bicyclist sustained an abrasion to his upper arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as contributing factors, indicating the truck driver failed to maintain proper attention. There is no mention of any contributing factors related to the bicyclist. Vehicle damage was noted on the truck's right front bumper and the bike's front. This crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction during turning maneuvers.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4758372, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A one-year-old boy suffered a head injury while crossing 73 Street at 37 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved a sedan and an SUV. According to police, driver failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the collision alongside pedestrian confusion.

At 8:56 p.m. on 73 Street near 37 Avenue in Queens, a one-year-old male pedestrian was injured in a crash involving a sedan and an SUV, according to the police report. The child was crossing with the signal when the collision occurred. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' by the driver as a key contributing factor. Additionally, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was noted as a secondary factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead, and neither showed damage at the point of impact. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and was conscious but suffered internal complaints. The drivers involved held valid New York licenses, with one operating under a permit. The police report places responsibility on driver error and pedestrian confusion without attributing fault to the child.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4757712, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A turning SUV cut across 72nd Street. A motorcycle slammed into its side. The young rider, helmetless, flew from the seat, legs shattered, blood pooling on the pavement. The road bore witness to violence and error, not mercy.

According to the police report, a Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle was making a left turn from 72nd Street near Northern Boulevard in Queens when a motorcycle traveling straight collided with the SUV's right side doors. The 21-year-old motorcycle rider was ejected from his seat, suffered severe bleeding, and sustained serious injuries to his legs. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The SUV driver’s failure to yield during the turn is explicitly cited. The motorcycle rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this detail appears after the primary driver errors. The crash unfolded at 3:19 p.m., leaving the rider incoherent and gravely hurt, underscoring the lethal consequences of driver mistakes on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4758181, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Three SUVs collided in a chain reaction on Northern Boulevard in Queens. One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. Vehicles were stopped or moving westbound when the crash occurred.

According to the police report, the crash involved three sport utility vehicles traveling westbound on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The first and third SUVs were stopped in traffic, while the second was moving straight ahead. The point of impact was the center back end of the first and third vehicles and the center front end of the second vehicle, indicating a rear-end collision chain. The driver of one SUV, a 45-year-old male occupant, sustained neck injuries and whiplash but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, highlighting driver error as the cause. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756319, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An 8-year-old boy suffered abrasions and arm injuries after a Queens driver failed to yield while making a right turn. The collision struck the pedestrian outside an intersection, highlighting aggressive driving and right-of-way violations in a residential area.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 78 Street near 37 Avenue in Queens at 5:45 p.m. The driver was making a right turn when the vehicle's center front end struck an 8-year-old male pedestrian. The child was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, and remained conscious after the collision. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors by the driver. The pedestrian was not in the roadway and was outside an intersection at the time of impact. Vehicle damage was recorded at the center front end. This incident underscores the dangers posed by drivers who disregard right-of-way rules and engage in aggressive behavior, resulting in harm to vulnerable pedestrians.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756316, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 12-year-old girl riding as a passenger on a bicycle was injured when a Honda SUV traveling east on Northern Boulevard struck her. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. The bicyclist was hurt in the elbow and lower arm area.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 15:23. A Honda SUV traveling east struck a bicycle carrying two occupants traveling northeast. The 12-year-old female bicyclist passenger suffered injuries to her elbow and lower arm, classified as injury severity 3. The SUV sustained damage to its right side doors. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error on the part of the SUV operator. No damage was recorded on the bicycle, and the bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The police report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor but does not specify victim fault. The bicyclist passenger was not wearing safety equipment. The focus remains on the SUV driver's unsafe speed as the primary cause of the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756293, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered chest injuries after a collision with an SUV making a left turn on 31 Avenue in Queens. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained contusions. Limited driver visibility and bicyclist confusion contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:05 on 31 Avenue in Queens. A 23-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected and injured in the chest after being struck by a 2023 SUV making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. The SUV driver, licensed in New York, was traveling west and turning left, while the bicyclist was traveling east going straight ahead. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. The collision highlights driver error in failing to yield during the turn amid limited visibility, with bicyclist confusion also noted but no blame assigned to the victim.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751358, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 42-year-old man suffered severe injuries after an SUV struck him on a Queens sidewalk. The vehicle, initially parked, impacted the pedestrian’s entire body, causing fractures and dislocations. The pedestrian was conscious but seriously hurt.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old male pedestrian was injured when a 2021 Honda SUV, initially parked and facing east, struck him on the roof. The point of impact was the roof of the vehicle, which sustained damage there as well. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his entire body, including fractures and dislocations, and was conscious at the scene. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian was not in the roadway at the time, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The incident occurred near 94-11 34 Road in Queens. The lack of detailed contributing factors in the report highlights systemic dangers posed by vehicle movements near pedestrian areas.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4747639, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A bicyclist suffered arm injuries after an SUV hit his right side doors on 37 Avenue in Queens. The crash involved driver inattention and distraction. The cyclist remained conscious but sustained contusions and bruises to his lower arm and hand.

According to the police report, at 14:39 on 37 Avenue in Queens, a 2012 Chevrolet SUV traveling east struck a bicyclist traveling in the same direction. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV and the left front bumper of the bike. The bicyclist, a 45-year-old male with a learner's permit, was injured with contusions and bruises to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was going straight ahead and failed to maintain attention, leading to the collision. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment, but the report does not list this as a contributing factor.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4749457, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 52-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV made a right turn in Queens. The collision caused bruising and knee injuries. According to the police report, driver inattention and bicyclist confusion contributed to the crash.

At 8:09 AM in Queens on 34 Avenue near 92 Street, a 52-year-old female bicyclist wearing a helmet was injured when a 2019 Jeep SUV made a right turn and struck her. The police report states the SUV's left front quarter panel was damaged on impact. The bicyclist suffered contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a primary contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to adequately observe the bicyclist while turning. Additionally, "Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion" is cited, suggesting some confusion on the bicyclist's part. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted turning drivers in interactions with vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746793, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 71-year-old bicyclist suffered severe leg fractures after disregarding traffic control in Queens. The rider, traveling westbound, collided with another vehicle going southbound. The crash caused significant injury without ejection, highlighting driver error in traffic law compliance.

According to the police report, a 71-year-old male bicyclist was injured on 84 Street near 37 Avenue in Queens after disregarding traffic control. The bicyclist, traveling westbound, collided with an unspecified vehicle traveling southbound. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist sustained fractures and dislocations to the knee, lower leg, and foot, with injury severity rated at level 3. The bicyclist was not ejected and remained conscious. The report also notes the bicyclist was unlicensed. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were cited. This crash underscores the dangers posed by failure to comply with traffic controls and unlicensed operation of vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4742828, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle collided head-on with an SUV on 31 Avenue in Queens. The unlicensed motorcyclist was ejected and suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. The SUV driver disregarded traffic control, causing the violent impact and injury.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:50 on 31 Avenue in Queens involving a 2018 Dodge SUV and a 2023 Jiajue motorcycle. The SUV was traveling north, and the motorcycle west, both going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the center front end of the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 32-year-old male, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious but injured. The report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. Additionally, the motorcyclist was unlicensed, as noted in the report. The motorcyclist wore a helmet, but no other victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers of disregarding traffic controls and unlicensed operation.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738806, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two men suffered whiplash and full-body injuries after a head-on crash on Queens’ 82 Street. Both drivers were conscious and restrained. The collision damaged the left front quarter panel and center front end of the vehicles. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the crash.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Queens’ 82 Street near 31 Avenue at 9:35 PM. Both drivers, a 27-year-old male and a 52-year-old female passenger, were injured with whiplash and full-body trauma but remained conscious and restrained with lap belts. The crash involved impact to the left front bumpers of both vehicles. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead in opposite directions. The collision caused significant damage to the left front quarter panel of one sedan and the center front end of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4742118, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Ford SUV and Honda sedan collided on 80 Street in Queens. Both male drivers suffered injuries including whiplash and bruises. Police cite traffic control disregard and unsafe speed as key factors in the crash. Impact struck right side doors and front bumper.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 16:35 on 80 Street near Astoria Boulevard in Queens involving a 2008 Ford SUV traveling north and a 2017 Honda sedan traveling west. The SUV was struck on its right side doors while the sedan sustained damage to its right front bumper. Both drivers, males aged 59 and 28, were injured but conscious. The older driver suffered whiplash affecting his entire body, while the younger driver had contusions on his elbow and lower arm. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the SUV driver and 'Other Vehicular' factors for the sedan driver. Both drivers were properly licensed and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The crash highlights driver errors related to traffic control violations and unsafe speed as central causes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738795, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Queens SUV making a left turn struck a bicyclist traveling east on 88 Street. The cyclist suffered knee and lower leg injuries, sustaining contusions. According to the police report, the crash resulted from the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way.

At 18:25 in Queens on 88 Street near Northern Boulevard, a 2023 Nissan SUV driven by a licensed male driver was making a left turn when it collided with a bicyclist traveling straight eastbound. According to the police report, the contributing factor was the SUV driver’s failure to yield right-of-way. The bicyclist, a 42-year-old man, was injured with contusions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The bike sustained no damage. The report identifies no contributing factors related to the bicyclist. The impact point was the SUV’s left front bumper, matching the collision with the cyclist. This crash highlights the danger posed by turning vehicles failing to yield to vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737475, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15