Northern Boulevard Bleeds—Who Will Stop the Next Death?

Two sedans collided on 99 Street in Queens late at night. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key causes. Both vehicles sustained damage at impact points.

According to the police report, at 23:25 on 99 Street near 35 Avenue in Queens, two sedans traveling east collided. The rear vehicle, a 2015 Honda driven by an unlicensed male, struck the center back end of a 2017 Ford sedan. The Ford’s driver, a 34-year-old licensed female occupant, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The police report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The Honda driver was proceeding straight ahead while the Ford was entering a parked position. The impact damaged the right front bumper of the Honda and the center back end of the Ford. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768791, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A westbound SUV struck the rear of a sedan on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The sedan driver, a 33-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited other vehicular factors and noted the driver was conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:15 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 2020 Ford SUV traveling westbound impacted the center back end of a 2015 Nissan sedan also traveling westbound. The sedan's 33-year-old male driver was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, but was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor twice, indicating driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying exact violations. There was no ejection or pedestrian involvement. The SUV showed no damage, while the sedan sustained damage to its center front end. The collision highlights systemic dangers related to vehicular interactions and driver errors on busy city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768141, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two men suffered back injuries in a rear-end crash on 101 Street in Queens. The driver’s distraction and following too closely caused the sedan to strike a stopped vehicle. Both occupants were conscious and restrained by lap belts.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:10 on 101 Street near 34 Avenue in Queens. A 21-year-old male driver, traveling north in a 2016 Kia sedan, rear-ended a stopped 2011 Acura sedan carrying two occupants. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors for the striking vehicle. Both the driver and the 59-year-old female front passenger in the Acura sustained back injuries classified as injury severity 3. Both victims were conscious and restrained by lap belts at the time of the collision. The impact was centered on the front end of the Kia and the rear center of the Acura. The report highlights driver errors without attributing fault to the injured occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4762470, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided on 97th Street in Queens. The driver of the rear vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as the cause. Both vehicles were traveling north when the crash occurred.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:19 on 97th Street in Queens involving two sedans traveling northbound. The rear sedan struck the right rear bumper of the lead sedan, causing damage to both vehicles. The driver of the rear sedan, a 43-year-old woman, sustained neck injuries and complained of whiplash. She was conscious and wearing a lap belt at the time of the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The lead sedan's driver details and injuries were not reported. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756350, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 10-year-old girl crossing 113 Street in Queens was struck by a northbound sedan. The impact fractured her lower leg and foot. Police cite driver inattention as the primary cause, highlighting the dangers of distracted driving in city streets.

According to the police report, a 10-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing 113 Street near 37 Avenue in Queens at 22:44. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated injury to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The collision involved a 2018 Hyundai sedan traveling north, which struck the pedestrian on its right front quarter panel. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but the report emphasizes driver error as the cause. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by distracted driving, especially to vulnerable child pedestrians in urban environments.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4756308, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A Ford SUV struck the left rear quarter panel of a Ford sedan traveling east on 37 Avenue in Queens. The sedan’s driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Queens’ 37 Avenue near 97 Street at 11:45 PM. A 2023 Ford SUV traveling north collided with the left rear quarter panel of a 2013 Ford sedan traveling east. The sedan’s driver, a 27-year-old male occupant, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York and were going straight ahead before the collision. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, providing no direct attribution to pedestrian or cyclist behavior. The impact point and vehicle damage indicate the SUV struck the rear quarter of the sedan, suggesting a failure to maintain safe distance or attention by the SUV driver. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746879, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 20-year-old male driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his SUV struck the left rear bumper of a parked SUV in Queens. The collision occurred at night, leaving the driver conscious but injured, highlighting risks from rear-end impacts.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:50 in Queens near 35-20 108 Street. A 20-year-old male driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, was injured with back trauma and whiplash after his 2014 GMC SUV collided with the left rear bumper of a parked 2021 Honda SUV. The report notes the Honda was stationary, indicating the moving SUV struck the parked vehicle from behind. The driver was conscious and not ejected. No contributing factors or driver errors were explicitly cited in the report, but the impact with a parked vehicle suggests failure to maintain control or proper attention. No victim behaviors or pedestrian involvement were reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4748174, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 23-year-old bicyclist suffered facial injuries after a sedan struck him from behind on 39-06 114 Street in Queens. The cyclist was conscious and not ejected. Police cited the sedan driver's failure to maintain a safe distance as the cause.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on 39-06 114 Street in Queens involving a sedan and a bicyclist traveling southbound. The 23-year-old male bicyclist was riding straight ahead when the sedan, also traveling south, struck the right side doors of the bike with its left side doors. The bicyclist sustained internal facial injuries and remained conscious, with no ejection from the bike. The report identifies the contributing factor as 'Following Too Closely' by the sedan driver. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. The sedan involved was a 2014 Ford, and the crash caused damage to both vehicles' side doors. This incident highlights the dangers of insufficient following distance leading to serious injuries for vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4743592, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 39-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and bruising in a Queens crash involving multiple SUVs. Police report alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The collision occurred near 113 Street and 34 Avenue, leaving the driver conscious but injured.

According to the police report, the crash happened at 18:50 in Queens near 113 Street and 34 Avenue. The incident involved multiple Station Wagon/SUV vehicles. The injured party was a 39-year-old male driver who sustained head injuries and contusions. The police report cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor to the crash. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. Vehicle damage was reported on multiple SUVs, with impacts on right front and rear bumpers and left side doors. The report does not specify victim fault or behaviors but highlights driver error related to alcohol use as a key factor in the collision.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4742362, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 51-year-old female front-seat passenger suffered back injuries and shock after a collision involving a parked SUV and a turning vehicle in Queens. The SUV sustained damage to its left rear bumper. The crash caused pain and nausea for the passenger.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 103 Street near 39 Avenue in Queens at 19:09. A vehicle was making a right turn when it collided with a parked 2024 SUV, impacting the SUV's left rear bumper. The SUV had two occupants, including a 51-year-old female front passenger who was injured. She was not ejected and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The passenger suffered back injuries, experienced shock, and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The turning vehicle, a 2009 HINO, showed no damage. The incident highlights the dangers posed by vehicle maneuvers near parked cars and the resulting injuries to vehicle occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4741450, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan traveling north on Northern Boulevard rear-ended another sedan going straight ahead. The driver of the struck vehicle suffered back injuries and internal complaints. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience as contributing factors in the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 14:11. Two sedans were involved, both traveling north. The striking vehicle impacted the center back end of the lead sedan, which sustained damage to its center front end. The driver of the lead sedan, a 42-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and internal complaints but was conscious and not ejected. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for the striking driver. There is no indication of victim fault or pedestrian involvement. The collision highlights driver errors in maintaining attention and control while traveling straight ahead.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739821, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 26-year-old male bicyclist suffered a back contusion after a sedan struck him from behind on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The driver’s inattention and following too closely caused the collision, leaving the cyclist injured but conscious.

According to the police report, at 3:09 AM on Northern Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling east struck a bicyclist from behind. The bicyclist, a 26-year-old male, was injured with a back contusion and remained conscious after the crash. The report identifies the driver’s inattention and distraction as primary contributing factors, along with following too closely. The sedan’s right front bumper impacted the bike’s right rear bumper, causing damage to both vehicles. The bicyclist was not ejected and was riding without safety equipment. The driver’s failure to maintain a safe distance and lack of attention directly led to the collision, highlighting systemic dangers posed by distracted driving in urban traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4739822, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 49-year-old man driving a sedan northbound collided with a parked taxi on 103 Street. The driver suffered arm injuries and was incoherent at the scene. Police cited alcohol involvement and aggressive driving as contributing factors to the crash.

According to the police report, a 49-year-old male driver was operating a 2011 Nissan sedan northbound on 103 Street at 4:33 a.m. when he struck a parked 2023 Chevrolet taxi. The impact occurred at the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the taxi, causing roof damage to the sedan. The driver sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, described as contusions and bruises, and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the crash. The taxi was unoccupied at the time. The driver was not ejected and held a valid New York driver’s license. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737246, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The front passenger and driver of the struck vehicle suffered whiplash injuries. Police cited driver inattention as a key factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear-end damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:55 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. Two sport utility vehicles traveling east collided, with the front SUV impacting the rear of the second SUV. The driver of the striking vehicle was unlicensed and was noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The struck vehicle had two occupants: a 46-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female front passenger. Both were conscious but injured, suffering whiplash to the neck and back. The driver and passenger wore lap belts and were not ejected. Vehicle damage was centered on the front end of the striking SUV and the rear end of the struck SUV. The report highlights driver distraction as the primary cause, with no contributing factors assigned to the victims.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737981, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A motorscooter traveling north on Junction Boulevard crashed, injuring both occupants. The driver and passenger suffered abrasions to their elbows and lower arms. Police cited aggressive driving and driver distraction as key factors in the collision.

According to the police report, a motorscooter carrying two occupants collided on Junction Boulevard in Queens shortly after midnight. The driver, a 20-year-old male with a learner's permit, and the 20-year-old female passenger both sustained abrasions to their elbows and lower arms. The report identifies aggressive driving and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle was traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred, impacting at the center front end of the motorscooter. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report emphasizes driver errors—specifically aggressive driving and distraction—as the primary causes, without attributing fault to the injured occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4734358, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Three eastbound vehicles collided in a chain reaction on Queens’ 98th Street. Following too closely caused rear-end impacts. A 61-year-old driver suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash exposed dangers of tailgating in congested traffic.

According to the police report, a chain-reaction collision occurred on Queens’ 98th Street near Northern Boulevard at 4:46 a.m. Three eastbound vehicles—a 2018 Dodge SUV, a 2015 Chrysler sedan, and a 2024 Honda sedan—were involved. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor for at least two drivers, indicating failure to maintain safe distance in slowing or stopped traffic. The 61-year-old male driver of one sedan was injured, suffering back injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. All drivers held valid New York licenses. The impact points were center front and center back ends of the vehicles, consistent with rear-end collisions. This crash underscores the systemic danger posed by tailgating in congested urban traffic, as documented by the police report's emphasis on driver error without attributing fault to any victims.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733193, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 66-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Northern Boulevard was struck by a right-turning sedan. The impact caused contusions and shock. Alcohol involvement was cited as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error in this late-night collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:49 PM on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 66-year-old female pedestrian, crossing with the signal at the intersection, was injured when a 2019 Subaru sedan, making a right turn, struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered contusions and shock, with injuries to her entire body. The report identifies alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, pointing to impaired driver judgment. The driver was licensed and traveling eastbound. Another sedan, an Audi, was also involved but the primary impact on the pedestrian came from the turning Subaru. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions. This collision underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving and turning vehicles failing to yield to pedestrians.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4731764, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

An e-scooter driver struck himself on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The 40-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg bruises. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.

According to the police report, a 40-year-old male e-scooter driver traveling west on Northern Boulevard in Queens was injured due to driver inattention or distraction. The crash occurred around 8:00 AM. The rider sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated as moderate (3). The report notes the driver was conscious and remained on the vehicle, not ejected. The contributing factor listed is 'Driver Inattention/Distraction,' highlighting a failure in maintaining focus as the cause. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The incident underscores the dangers posed by distracted operation of motorized personal vehicles on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4726719, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 31-year-old male moped driver suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a nighttime crash in Queens. Police cited unsafe speed and aggressive driving as contributing factors. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle.

According to the police report, the crash occurred near 96-02 37 Avenue in Queens at 11:50 p.m. The sole occupant, a 31-year-old male moped driver, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as abrasions. The report identifies 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors to the collision. The moped's center front end was the point of impact, indicating a frontal collision. The driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No other vehicles or pedestrians were reported involved. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors that led to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4725044, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Three teenagers riding a moped were injured in a collision with an SUV in Queens. The moped driver, unlicensed and distracted, crashed head-on. Two passengers hanging outside suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV driver was not cited for errors.

According to the police report, a 2023 Znen moped carrying three occupants collided head-on with a 2007 Hyundai SUV on 105 Street in Queens. The moped driver, a 17-year-old male, was unlicensed and distracted, contributing to the crash. Two passengers, both 16 and 17 years old, were riding or hanging on outside the moped without safety equipment. All three occupants sustained contusions and bruises, with injuries to elbows, lower arms, hands, knees, and lower legs. The SUV driver, traveling east and going straight ahead, was not cited for contributing factors. The report highlights driver inattention and distraction on the moped as key causes, along with driver inexperience. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4721638, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14