Crash Count for Corona
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 1,385
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 675
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 101
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 8
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 3
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 30, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Corona?

Corona Bleeds: Kids Hurt, Leaders Stall, Streets Kill

Corona Bleeds: Kids Hurt, Leaders Stall, Streets Kill

Corona: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 5, 2025

The Toll in Corona

The streets of Corona do not forgive. Since 2022, three people have died and 676 have been injured in crashes here. Eight were left with injuries so serious they may never walk the same. The dead do not speak. The wounded carry the story in their bodies.

Just last month, a man on foot was struck by an SUV on 108th Street. He was left incoherent, bleeding in the road. The crash report lists “view obstructed” and “driver inattention” as causes. The driver kept going straight. The pedestrian did not (NYC Open Data).

A cyclist, 27, was crushed in April. A sedan making a U-turn failed to yield. The cyclist survived, but the injuries were severe. The car kept moving. The bike did not (NYC Open Data).

Children are not spared. In the last year, 16 children were hurt on Corona’s streets. One was seriously injured. The numbers do not lie. They only count.

Who Pays the Price

Cars and SUVs do most of the harm. Out of all pedestrian injuries and deaths, SUVs and cars are behind 160 cases. Trucks and buses add 13 more. Motorcycles and mopeds, 19. Bikes, six. The pattern is clear. The danger is heavy and fast.

The city’s own data shows the same story, year after year. “Police are now trying to determine the cause of the crash,” a recent report said after three were hurt in a police cruiser collision. The cause is always the same: speed, size, and a moment’s inattention.

What Leaders Do—and Don’t

Corona’s leaders have voted to extend school speed zones. They have backed bills to curb repeat speeders with speed-limiting devices. But the pace is slow. The bodies pile up faster than the reforms.

Senator Ramos called for a citywide strategy that prioritizes safety through design. She demanded more crossing guards after two children died: “You would think that this is one of the most basic ways to protect the safety of our children. And yet that seems like an insurmountable task.”

But the streets do not wait.

The Next Step Is Yours

Call your council member. Call your senator. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand protected crossings. Demand action before another child’s name becomes a number.

No more waiting. No more counting bodies. The time to act is now.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Corona sit politically?
Corona belongs to borough Queens, community board Queens CB4, city council district District 21, assembly district AD 39 and state senate district SD 13.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Corona?
Cars and SUVs caused 160 injuries and deaths. Trucks and buses caused 13. Motorcycles and mopeds caused 19. Bikes caused 6. The majority of harm comes from cars, SUVs, and trucks.
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. The data shows patterns—speed, inattention, heavy vehicles. These are preventable with better design and enforcement.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can lower speed limits, fund protected crossings, install speed cameras, and redesign streets to protect people, not cars. They can pass and enforce laws that target repeat dangerous drivers.
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.
How many children have been hurt in Corona crashes recently?
In the last 12 months, 16 children were injured in traffic crashes in Corona. One suffered serious injuries.
What recent steps have leaders taken for street safety?
Local leaders voted to extend school speed zones and backed bills to require speed-limiting devices for repeat speeders. Some have called for more crossing guards and safer street design.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Catalina Cruz
Assembly Member Catalina Cruz
District 39
District Office:
41-40 Junction Blvd., Corona, NY 11368
Legislative Office:
Room 652, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Francisco Moya
Council Member Francisco Moya
District 21
District Office:
106-01 Corona Avenue, Corona, NY 11368
718-651-1917
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1768, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6862
Jessica Ramos
State Senator Jessica Ramos
District 13
District Office:
74-09 37th Ave. Suite 302, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Legislative Office:
Room 307, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Corona Corona sits in Queens, Precinct 110, District 21, AD 39, SD 13, Queens CB4.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Corona

Pedestrian Injured Crossing Roosevelt Avenue

A 51-year-old man was injured crossing Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. He suffered a back abrasion after confusion and reacting to an uninvolved vehicle. The sedan involved showed no damage. The pedestrian was conscious and not ejected from any vehicle.

According to the police report, a 51-year-old male pedestrian was injured on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was involved in 'Other Actions in Roadway.' The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The vehicle involved was a 2004 Toyota sedan traveling west with no damage and no occupants. The pedestrian sustained a back abrasion and remained conscious. No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted. The pedestrian was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash resulted in injury severity level 3.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4605123 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Makes U-Turn, Hits Pedestrian Crossing

A pedestrian crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making a U-turn in Queens. The man suffered back injuries and remained conscious. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and disregarded traffic control, causing the collision.

According to the police report, an SUV traveling southeast on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens made a U-turn and struck a male pedestrian crossing 98 Street with the signal. The pedestrian sustained back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Traffic Control Disregarded. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally. The vehicle involved was a Hyundai SUV with one occupant. The collision caused other vehicle damage but no further details on impact points were provided.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4604177 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
S 775
Ramos votes yes to expand ignition interlock monitoring, boosting road safety.

Senate backs S 775. The bill defines the ignition interlock monitor’s job. It forces offenders to install devices and obey court orders. Lawmakers act to keep repeat drunk drivers off the street.

Senate bill S 775, titled "Relates to the responsibilities of an ignition interlock monitor," passed committee votes on February 1, March 21, and May 16, 2023. The bill describes the monitor’s role and mandates compliance for those ordered to install ignition interlock devices. Primary sponsor Jeremy Cooney (District 56) led, joined by Nathalia Fernandez, Monica Martinez, and Shelley Mayer. The measure saw broad support, with senators voting yes across multiple sessions. The law aims to keep drivers with violations from endangering others by enforcing strict compliance with court-ordered ignition interlocks.


A 602
Cruz votes yes in committee, boosting funding for safer street designs.

Assembly and Senate passed A 602. The bill sets state funding rules for federally assisted and municipal complete street projects. Lawmakers moved fast. Streets shaped by budgets, not safety.

Bill A 602, titled 'Relates to the percentage responsibility of the state for federally assisted projects,' passed committee votes in the Assembly on January 24, 2023, and in the Senate on February 13, 2023. Sponsored by Patricia Fahy, the bill addresses how much the state pays for federally assisted projects and for municipal projects with complete street designs. The measure saw broad support, with near-unanimous yes votes in both chambers. The bill's focus is on funding, not on direct safety improvements for pedestrians, cyclists, or other vulnerable road users. No safety analyst note was provided.


Jessica Ramos Urges Strong Enforcement of Construction Safety Laws

Twenty-two construction workers died last year in New York City. Lawmakers passed Carlos' Law, raising fines for negligent companies to $500,000. State Sen. Jessica Ramos calls it vital as migrants fill non-union jobs. Advocates warn: enforcement and worker awareness still lag.

Carlos' Law, passed in early 2023, raises the maximum penalty for construction companies convicted of criminal negligence leading to worker injury or death from $10,000 to $500,000. The law, named after Carlos Moncayo, aims to curb a surge in construction worker deaths—22 in the past year, the highest in five years. State Sen. Jessica Ramos, representing District 13, called the law 'critically needed' as thousands of migrants enter non-union construction jobs lacking basic safety protections. Ramos and other lawmakers supported the bill, but advocates and union officials warn that without strong enforcement and education for new arrivals, deaths and injuries will persist. The law passed after years of advocacy, but the minimum fine was removed, and nonprofits struggle to train the influx of new workers. As Ramos said, 'Behind every worker is a family expecting them to return home.'


Taxi Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Alstyne Avenue

A taxi made a left turn on Alstyne Avenue and hit a 40-year-old woman crossing in a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver failed to yield and was distracted.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling northwest on Alstyne Avenue made a left turn and struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The taxi showed no damage despite the impact. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver's errors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4598747 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Pickup Truck Hits Bicyclist on Corona Avenue

Pickup truck struck a 39-year-old bicyclist in Queens. The cyclist suffered abrasions across his body. Both moved east. Police cite driver inattention. The man stayed conscious. The street bore the mark.

According to the police report, a pickup truck collided with a 39-year-old male bicyclist on Corona Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions to his entire body, but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors. Both the pickup truck and the bicycle were traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the center front end of the truck. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet. No other factors are specified in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4597852 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
A 1280
Cruz co-sponsors bill boosting street safety for all users.

Assembly bill A 1280 pushes for streets built for all. Dozens of lawmakers back the plan. The bill demands roads that protect walkers, cyclists, and riders. It calls for design, not luck, to keep people safe.

Assembly bill A 1280, now in sponsorship, aims to 'enable safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles.' Introduced January 13, 2023, the bill sits with the Assembly. Jonathan Rivera leads as primary sponsor, joined by over 70 co-sponsors including Patrick Burke, Kenny Burgos, and Catalina Cruz. Their action signals strong legislative momentum. The bill’s focus: force planners to build streets for people, not just cars. No safety analyst note is available, but the intent is clear—systemic change for vulnerable road users. The bill’s progress can be tracked at the New York Assembly website.


Runaway SUV Injures Driver in Queens Crash

A driver suffered a severe leg injury when a runaway SUV struck his vehicle from behind on Corona Avenue in Queens. The impact fractured and dislocated his knee and lower leg. The driver was conscious but injured, with no safety equipment reported.

According to the police report, a driver in Queens was injured when his vehicle was hit from behind by a driverless, runaway SUV. The injured man, age 50, sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. The report lists contributing factors as "Driverless/Runaway Vehicle" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The runaway vehicle struck the rear center of the injured driver's SUV, causing significant damage and injury. No safety equipment was noted for the injured driver. The second vehicle was parked before the crash and had no occupants. The collision highlights dangers posed by uncontrolled vehicles and driver distraction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4597164 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Ramos Demands Increased Off Peak Subway Service Funding

Subway stations in outer boroughs roar back. Over 20 surpass 2019 numbers. Riders are workers, immigrants, people of color. MTA tweaks service—adds some, cuts some. Waits grow. Calls mount for more funding. Riders need frequent trains. Lives depend on it.

On January 10, 2023, Comptroller Tom DiNapoli reported that more than 20 New York City subway stations exceeded pre-pandemic ridership in December 2022. The recovery, strongest in outer boroughs and Upper Manhattan, highlights the reliance of working-class, immigrant, and communities of color on transit. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber said, 'these New Yorkers deserve the same frequent, safe reliable service that they've come to depend on over time.' State Sen. Jessica Ramos, representing the 7 train corridor, demanded state funding for six-minute off-peak service, noting, 'my neighbors are the ones who do work that they can't do from home.' The MTA has made service adjustments—some lines see more weekend trains, but peak service is trimmed, leading to longer waits. As total ridership lags, agency leaders and advocates warn that cuts hit those who need transit most. The fight for reliable, frequent service continues.


Jessica Ramos Demands Safety Boosting Protected Bike Lanes Now

Fans told Mets owner Steve Cohen they want safe ways to reach Citi Field. They called for protected bike lanes and better pedestrian routes. Cars came last. State Sen. Ramos demanded urgent action. The message was clear: fix deadly streets, not parking lots.

On January 9, 2023, Mets owner Steve Cohen hosted a public consultation on transportation at Citi Field. Attendees demanded safer biking and walking routes, saying, "There's really no segregated [bike] lane, so that would be the main thing." State Sen. Jessica Ramos pressed for immediate bike lanes, stressing, "We need bike lanes yesterday." The event, described as a first step in listening to community priorities, showed strong opposition to car-centric infrastructure. Multiple participants left notes calling for protected bike lanes. The session highlighted the urgent need to address dangerous conditions for pedestrians and cyclists around the stadium, with fans and officials united in demanding safer, more sustainable access.


Pedestrian Killed by Two Cars on Parkway

A man crossed Grand Central Parkway before dawn. Two cars struck him. Metal crushed his body. He died alone in the cold. The drivers kept going straight. The street swallowed another life.

A 49-year-old man was killed while crossing Grand Central Parkway at 3:18 a.m. According to the police report, 'A 49-year-old man stepped into darkness. Two cars struck him, metal folding at the front. His body was crushed beneath them. He died there, alone, under the cold sky.' The vehicles involved were a sedan and an SUV, both traveling east and striking the pedestrian with their front ends. The police report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the scene.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4590910 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 108 Street

A Toyota SUV stopped in traffic. A Honda sedan behind it crashed into its center back end. The sedan’s male driver, 40, was injured and unconscious. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left the sedan damaged at the front and the SUV at the rear.

According to the police report, a Toyota SUV was stopped in traffic on 108 Street when a Honda sedan traveling south struck it in the center back end. The sedan’s male driver, age 40, suffered injuries and was found unconscious. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The sedan sustained front-end damage, and the SUV was damaged at the rear. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The crash involved two vehicles traveling in the same direction, with the sedan failing to stop in time to avoid the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4585593 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Hits Sedan Turning Left in Queens

A 27-year-old male sedan driver suffered back bruises in a Queens crash. The SUV struck the sedan’s left side as it made a left turn. The sedan driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt. Driver inattention and failure to yield caused the collision.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old male sedan driver was injured when a 2020 SUV traveling west struck the sedan’s left side doors while the sedan was making a left turn northbound on 103 Street near Radcliff Avenue in Queens. The sedan driver suffered a back contusion and remained conscious, secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors including driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The impact damaged the left side doors of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. No ejections occurred.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4585585 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Ramos Supports Drunk Driving Enforcement and Traffic Violence Prevention

A drunk driver killed a scooter rider on 37th Avenue in Jackson Heights. The driver stayed at the scene and was arrested. Local officials mourned the loss. The deadly corridor has seen little change despite repeated deaths. The toll mounts. Streets stay dangerous.

On November 27, 2022, State Senator Jessica Ramos responded to a fatal crash in Council District 13. The incident occurred when a drunk driver struck and killed a scooter rider on 37th Avenue, a Vision Zero priority corridor in Queens. The official matter summary reads: 'Alleged Queens drunk driver in custody after fatal collision with scooter rider.' Ramos urged residents, 'Please do your part to keep our neighbors safe,' and condemned drunk driving. Councilmember Shekar Krishnan called the death 'senseless.' Despite five pedestrian deaths on this stretch in the past decade, major safety improvements have not been made. Ramos’s statement highlights the ongoing danger for vulnerable road users and the city’s failure to fix deadly streets.


Drunk Unlicensed Driver Injures Child in Queens SUV Crash

A drunk, unlicensed driver slammed into two parked SUVs on National Street. A six-year-old girl riding inside was hurt and left in shock. Metal twisted. The street bore the scars. The driver should not have been behind the wheel.

According to the police report, a northbound 2003 Honda SUV driven by an unlicensed man struck two parked SUVs on National Street near Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. The impact damaged the left side doors of a 2008 Mazda SUV and the front end of a 2018 Dodge SUV. A six-year-old female passenger in the moving vehicle was injured and experienced shock. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The driver was unlicensed. The injured child was secured with a lap belt and harness. No pedestrians were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4581194 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Tow Truck Hits 10-Year-Old Pedestrian Queens

A 10-year-old boy was struck by a tow truck while crossing a marked crosswalk on 98 Street in Queens. The boy suffered bruises and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver was inattentive and distracted at impact.

According to the police report, a tow truck traveling south on 98 Street in Queens struck a 10-year-old pedestrian crossing a marked crosswalk. The child sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the tow truck. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was not at fault; the crash resulted from the driver's failure to maintain attention.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4578423 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Cruz Supports Safety Boosting Car-Free Streets for Halloween

On Halloween, the city will ban cars from 100 streets. Kids will walk free. No engines, no rush, no threat. The move follows a 42% drop in pedestrian injuries on 34th Avenue. Officials say car-free streets mean fewer dead children.

On October 24, 2022, the NYC Department of Transportation announced a major expansion of car-free streets for Halloween. The initiative, called 'Trick-or-Streets,' will close 100 streets—across all boroughs except Staten Island—from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The DOT will extend hours on 40 existing open streets and keep another 60 car-free through the evening, partnering with the Street Activity Permit Office for more pedestrian zones. DOT Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez said, 'I am incredibly excited to build on the triumph of our thriving Open Streets program ... this Halloween, providing greater access to safer, shared community spaces.' Assembly Member Catalina Cruz and Council Member Shekar Krishnan backed the move, stressing the deadly risk cars pose to children. DOT data shows a 42% drop in pedestrian injury crashes on 34th Avenue since it went car-free. The city cites national spikes in child pedestrian deaths on Halloween. The message is clear: car-free streets save lives.


Pedestrian Injured in Queens Right-Turn Crash

A 35-year-old man was struck while crossing 97 Street at 55 Avenue in Queens. The sedan made a right turn and hit the pedestrian in the marked crosswalk. The man suffered bruises and injuries to his lower leg and foot.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on 97 Street made a right turn at 55 Avenue and struck a 35-year-old male pedestrian crossing in a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the vehicle's right rear quarter panel. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No safety equipment or helmet was noted. The driver was licensed and operating a 2017 Toyota sedan with one occupant.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4574942 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV and E-Bike Collide on Corona Avenue

A 48-year-old e-bike rider was injured in a collision with an SUV in Queens. The e-bike driver was partially ejected and suffered abrasions and leg injuries. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Driver distraction played a role.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Corona Avenue in Queens involving a 2017 SUV and an e-bike. The e-bike driver, a 48-year-old man, was partially ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Both vehicles were traveling westbound. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors for both parties. The SUV was struck on its right front quarter panel, while the e-bike was impacted on its left front quarter panel. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4566759 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06