Crash Count for Flushing-Willets Point
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,028
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,158
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 227
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 30
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 6
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 31, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Flushing-Willets Point?

No More Blood on Northern Boulevard

No More Blood on Northern Boulevard

Flushing-Willets Point: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 17, 2025

The Numbers Do Not Lie

Six people killed. Twenty-seven left with serious injuries. In the past twelve months, 565 crashes tore through Flushing-Willets Point. Children, elders, cyclists, and pedestrians—no one is spared. Two deaths were people over 75. One was a child under 18. These are not just numbers. They are families changed forever.

The Latest Crashes: No Safe Passage

A 78-year-old woman tried to cross Northern Boulevard. She never made it. A driver in a dark minivan hit her and kept going. Police said, “A 78-year-old woman was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver as she crossed a Queens street.” No arrest. No justice. Just another name lost to the street.

Two days earlier, a man and a child were hit at 32nd Avenue and 138th Street. The man was pinned under the car. The child, between eight and ten, was also hurt. Police found them both on the pavement. “Police responded…and found an adult man pinned under a vehicle.” The driver stayed. The pain did not.

What Has Been Done—And What Has Not

Speed kills. Albany passed Sammy’s Law. The city can now lower speed limits to 20 mph. But the limit on these streets is still higher. Cameras catch speeders, but only where they are allowed. The city has built more crosswalks and bike lanes, but the blood keeps flowing. The council and mayor have the power to slow the cars. They have not used it.

The Call That Cannot Wait

Every day of delay is another day of risk. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph limit. Demand more cameras. Demand streets where a child can cross and live. Take action now.

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Ron Kim
Assembly Member Ron Kim
District 40
District Office:
136-20 38th Ave. Suite 10A, Flushing, NY 11354
Legislative Office:
Room 712, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Sandra Ung
Council Member Sandra Ung
District 20
District Office:
136-21 Latimer Place, 1D, Flushing, NY 11354
718-888-8747
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1808, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7259
Twitter: CMSandraUng
John Liu
State Senator John Liu
District 16
District Office:
38-50 Bell Blvd. Suite C, Bayside, NY 11361
Legislative Office:
Room 915, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Flushing-Willets Point Flushing-Willets Point sits in Queens, Precinct 109, District 20, AD 40, SD 16, Queens CB7.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Flushing-Willets Point

SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 69-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Union Street with the signal in Queens. The driver was making a left turn and failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis but remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 69-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Union Street and Franklin Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a 2022 GMC SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck him with its center front end. The report lists driver inattention and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian sustained internal injuries to the abdomen and pelvis and remained conscious after the collision. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No other contributing factors such as helmet use or signaling by the pedestrian were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4655339 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sedan Rear-Ends Parked Car on College Point Blvd

A sedan traveling north rear-ended a parked sedan on College Point Boulevard in Queens. The driver of the moving vehicle suffered a neck injury. Police cited following too closely as the cause. Both vehicles sustained damage to bumpers.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old male driver in a 2014 sedan was injured when his vehicle struck a parked 2023 sedan on College Point Boulevard, Queens. The moving sedan hit the parked car’s left rear bumper with its right front bumper. The injured driver suffered a neck injury and remained conscious. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed and traveling north. The parked vehicle was stationary before impact. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4655585 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Motorcycle Hits SUV on Parsons Boulevard

A motorcycle struck an SUV on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The motorcyclist, a 55-year-old man, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm injury. The SUV driver was unhurt. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor in the crash.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling north on Parsons Boulevard collided with an SUV traveling west. The motorcyclist, a 55-year-old male driver wearing a helmet, sustained contusions to his elbow and lower arm but was not ejected and remained conscious. The SUV driver, a licensed female, was not injured and the vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors were specified. The impact occurred at the motorcycle's center front end, causing damage to the motorcycle but none to the SUV.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4652426 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
2
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Parsons Boulevard

A SUV struck a sedan from behind on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The sedan’s driver and front passenger suffered bruises and neck and back injuries. The crash happened as the SUV followed too closely and the driver was distracted.

According to the police report, a 2016 SUV traveling south on Parsons Boulevard rear-ended a 2016 sedan stopped in traffic. The sedan carried two female occupants: a 33-year-old driver and a 34-year-old front passenger. Both were injured, sustaining contusions and bruises to the back and neck. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists the SUV driver’s errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The point of impact was the left rear bumper of the sedan and the left front bumper of the SUV. No occupants were ejected. The crash caused visible damage to both vehicles. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4646737 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sedan Turns, E-Scooter Rider Crushed on Farrington

A sedan turned right on Farrington Street. An e-scooter kept straight. The rider flew, leg crushed, blood on the pavement. Twenty-five years old, conscious, hurt bad. The car was untouched. The man was not.

A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Farrington Street. The sedan turned right as the e-scooter traveled straight. According to the police report, 'A sedan turned right. An e-scooter kept straight. No helmet. No chance. The rider flew, hit hard, leg crushed. Twenty-five, conscious, bleeding on the pavement. The car was fine. The man was not.' The e-scooter rider, a 25-year-old man, suffered crush injuries to his leg and was ejected from his vehicle. The report lists 'Outside Car Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No helmet was noted, but driver errors came first. The sedan sustained no damage. The e-scooter rider was left injured and bleeding.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4646731 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Moped Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Street

A moped traveling west hit a 55-year-old woman crossing outside a crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian suffered bruises and arm injuries. The driver was inattentive and speeding. Impact was at the moped’s front center. The victim remained conscious.

According to the police report, a moped traveling west on 39 Avenue in Queens struck a 55-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing the street outside a crosswalk. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The moped’s point of impact was the center front end, indicating a direct collision. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. No mention of helmet use or signaling was made. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and control at a safe speed led to the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4645600 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sedan Turns Left, Hits Eastbound Bicyclist

A sedan making a left turn struck a bicyclist riding east on Union Street in Queens. The cyclist, a 48-year-old woman, suffered hip and upper leg injuries. The driver was distracted. The bike and car both sustained front-end damage.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Northern Boulevard made a left turn onto Union Street and collided with an eastbound bicyclist. The bicyclist, a 48-year-old woman, was injured with contusions and trauma to her hip and upper leg, and was not ejected from her bike. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan and bike both sustained damage to their center front ends. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No other contributing factors were specified. The crash occurred in Queens, zip code 11354.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4645876 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on Northern Boulevard

A sedan struck a 26-year-old female bicyclist on Northern Boulevard. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. The cyclist suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. The sedan’s left front quarter panel was damaged in the collision.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Northern Boulevard collided with a bicyclist traveling north. The bicyclist, a 26-year-old woman, was injured with a head contusion but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as a contributing factor. The sedan’s left front quarter panel and the bike’s center front end were damaged. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The bicyclist was riding straight ahead when struck. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4644205 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
Sedan Hits Moped on Northern Boulevard

A sedan struck a moped on Northern Boulevard in Queens late at night. The moped driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The sedan’s right side was damaged. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured and shaken.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male moped driver was injured and ejected from his vehicle after a collision with a sedan on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The sedan, traveling south, impacted the moped, which was traveling east, on its right front quarter panel. The moped driver suffered internal injuries affecting his entire body and was conscious after the crash. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The report lists the moped driver’s contributing factors as unspecified. No explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were noted in the data. The sedan sustained damage to its right side doors. The moped driver was not using any safety equipment at the time.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4643948 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
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SUV Backs Into Elderly Pedestrians in Queens

SUV reversed on Blossom Avenue. Struck two elderly pedestrians. Both suffered head and facial injuries. Police cite unsafe backing and driver inattention. Blood on the street. Metal against flesh.

According to the police report, a 2022 SUV backed west on Blossom Avenue in Queens and struck a 78-year-old woman and an 82-year-old man. Both pedestrians were crossing outside an intersection. They suffered abrasions and head injuries but remained conscious. The report lists 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV’s left rear bumper hit the victims. No pedestrian errors or missing safety equipment were noted. The SUV had two occupants and sustained center back end damage.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4643934 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
A 7043
Liu votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.


A 7043
Kim votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.


A 7043
Kim votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.


A 7043
Liu votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Albany gets speed cameras near schools. Lawmakers pass A 7043. Cameras catch drivers who endanger kids. The program runs until 2028. Streets near schools face new watchful eyes.

Bill A 7043, titled 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany,' moved forward after committee votes in June 2023. The Assembly passed it on June 6, the Senate on June 8. Patricia Fahy sponsored the bill. The measure allows speed cameras in school zones, aiming to catch drivers who speed near children. The program ends December 31, 2028. Many lawmakers voted yes, some no. The bill targets driver behavior in Albany school zones, putting enforcement where kids walk and cross.


SUV and Sedan Collide on College Point Boulevard

Two SUVs and a sedan collided on College Point Boulevard. The sedan driver suffered abrasions and shock, trapped in the vehicle. The crash involved left-side impacts and driver distraction. Injuries spanned the entire body of the sedan driver.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on College Point Boulevard involving multiple vehicles, including two SUVs and a sedan. The sedan driver, a 45-year-old man, was injured with abrasions and shock and was trapped inside the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The sedan was struck on the left side doors, sustaining damage to the left front quarter panel. The driver was wearing a lap belt. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted. The crash caused injuries to the entire body of the sedan driver, who was the sole occupant of his vehicle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634408 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
SUV Hits Bicyclist on Kissena Boulevard

A 67-year-old bicyclist was injured in Queens when an SUV struck him head-on. The impact hit the cyclist’s left front and the SUV’s right front bumper. The rider suffered a shoulder contusion and bruising but remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Kissena Boulevard in Queens involving a 2022 Honda SUV and a 67-year-old male bicyclist. Both were traveling north when the SUV’s right front bumper struck the bike’s left front. The bicyclist sustained an upper arm shoulder contusion and bruising but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as a contributing factor to the crash. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but the primary error noted was the driver’s failure to yield. No other contributing factors were specified.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634405 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-07
S 6808
Liu votes yes to create safety zones, improving street safety for all.

Senate passes S 6808. The bill creates first responder safety zones. It sets speed limits in these zones. Lawmakers act after crashes and close calls. The vote is strong. The danger is real. The streets demand change.

Senate bill S 6808, titled 'Relates to establishing first responder safety zones and setting speed limits in such safety zones,' moved through committee and passed multiple Senate votes between May 2023 and March 2024. Primary sponsor John Mannion led the push, joined by Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., Iwen Chu, and Pamela Helming. The bill aims to carve out protected zones for first responders and lower speed limits in those areas. The measure passed with broad support, reflecting urgency after repeated crashes near emergency scenes. The bill’s text and votes show lawmakers responding to the deadly toll of reckless driving near first responders. Vulnerable road users—pedestrians, passengers, and responders—stand in harm’s way. The bill targets that risk.


S 2714
Liu votes yes, boosting street safety and access for everyone.

Senate passes S 2714. Bill pushes complete street design. Aim: safer roads for all. Pedestrians, cyclists, and riders get space. Car dominance challenged. Lawmakers move to cut street carnage.

Senate bill S 2714, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' advanced through committee and passed several Senate votes, most recently on March 27, 2024. Sponsored by Timothy M. Kennedy with support from Jake Ashby, Jamaal Bailey, and others, the bill mandates street designs that protect everyone—not just drivers. The measure saw strong support but faced opposition from some senators. By requiring complete street principles, S 2714 aims to reduce danger for pedestrians, cyclists, and transit users. The bill marks a shift away from car-first planning, forcing cities to build streets for people, not just traffic.


S 6802
Liu votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.


S 6802
Liu votes yes on Albany school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Senate backs S 6802. Albany gets school speed cameras. One no vote. Cameras aim to slow drivers near kids. Program ends 2028. Lawmakers move to shield children from reckless speed.

Senate bill S 6802, introduced by Neil D. Breslin, establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in Albany. The bill passed committee on May 30, 2023, with only one senator, Andrew J. Lanza, voting no. The official summary reads: 'Establishes a school speed zone camera demonstration program in the city of Albany; repeals authorization of program December 31, 2028.' Breslin led sponsorship. Seventeen senators voted yes. The program targets driver speed near schools, aiming to protect children and other vulnerable road users. The law sunsets at the end of 2028.