Crash Count for South Ozone Park
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,929
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,954
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 280
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 32
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 7
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 2, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in South Ozone Park?

South Ozone Park: Six Dead, City Silent—Lower the Speed, Save a Life

South Ozone Park: Six Dead, City Silent—Lower the Speed, Save a Life

South Ozone Park: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 17, 2025

The Toll in South Ozone Park

Blood on the asphalt. In the last twelve months, four people died and thirteen suffered serious injuries on the streets of South Ozone Park. The bodies are not numbers. A cyclist was left in critical condition after a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue. Police found him unconscious. The driver kept going. “They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver” (ABC7).

A woman, 51, killed by a taxi at Lefferts and 115th. A child, crushed but alive. A 52-year-old pedestrian struck dead by a motorcycle at Liberty and 114th. A moped driver, helmet on, ejected and killed on Nassau Expressway. The list does not end. Four deaths. Thirteen serious injuries. Over 1,700 hurt.

The Pattern: Cars, Speed, and Silence

The machines do not care. Cars and SUVs led the roll call of harm: one death, five serious injuries, thirty-eight moderate injuries. Motorcycles and mopeds killed one, seriously injured two, and left another with a broken body. Trucks and buses, too, left their mark. Bikes, one moderate injury. The pattern is clear. The violence is not random.

Leadership: Promises and Delays

The city talks about Vision Zero. Albany passed Sammy’s Law. The city can lower speed limits to 20 mph. But the limit stands. The council waits. The mayor waits. The dead do not wait. Speed cameras cut speeding by 63% where installed. Injuries drop 14%. But the law that keeps them running is always at risk. “Police report that several pedestrians were struck at the location, resulting in at least nine injuries” (ABC7).

What Now: No More Waiting

Every day of delay is another day of blood. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph limit. Demand speed cameras stay on. Join the fight. The dead cannot speak. You must.

Take action now.

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Khaleel Anderson
Assembly Member Khaleel Anderson
District 31
District Office:
131-15 Rockaway Blvd. 1st Floor, South Ozone Park, NY 11420
Legislative Office:
Room 742, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Adrienne Adams
Council Member Adrienne Adams
District 28
District Office:
165-90 Baisley Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11434
718-206-2068
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1810, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7257
James Sanders
State Senator James Sanders
District 10
District Office:
142-01 Rockaway Blvd., South Ozone Park, NY 11436
Legislative Office:
Room 711, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

South Ozone Park South Ozone Park sits in Queens, Precinct 106, District 28, AD 31, SD 10, Queens CB10.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for South Ozone Park

SUV Left Turn Hits E-Scooter Rider

A 42-year-old man on an e-scooter was injured in Queens. An SUV making a left turn struck him head-on. The rider suffered abrasions and full-body injury. The SUV driver was distracted. The crash damaged both vehicles' front ends.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old male e-scooter rider was injured when a 2016 Nissan SUV made a left turn and collided with him on 128 Street near Rockaway Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter rider, who was going straight ahead, sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected. The SUV driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor for the SUV driver. Both vehicles suffered front-end damage. The e-scooter rider was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in interactions with vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4651896 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
SUV Hits Sedan Passenger in Queens Crash

A Kia SUV struck a BMW sedan on 111 Avenue in Queens. The sedan’s front passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The crash involved improper turning and lane usage errors. The passenger remained conscious and was not ejected.

According to the police report, a 2014 Kia SUV, parked and then turning improperly, collided with a 2006 BMW sedan making a left turn eastbound on 111 Avenue in Queens. The impact occurred on the right side doors of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan’s front passenger, a 46-year-old woman, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists driver errors including "Turning Improperly" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as contributing factors. The injured party was a passenger, not at fault, and no helmet or signaling issues were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649983 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Steering Failure Slams Sedan Into Stopped Van

Sedan struck van stopped on Rockaway Boulevard. Van driver, 64, suffered back injury. Police cite steering failure and bad brakes. Metal twisted. One man hurt. System failed.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Rockaway Boulevard hit a van that was stopped in traffic at 133 Street in Queens. The van’s 64-year-old male driver was injured, suffering a back injury and internal complaints. Police list steering failure and defective brakes as contributing factors. The van’s left front bumper and the sedan’s right front bumper were damaged. No other driver errors were reported. The injured driver was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649976 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Motorcycle Injured in Unsafe Lane Change Crash

A motorcycle driver suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm after a collision on Belt Parkway. The crash happened when another vehicle changed lanes unsafely. The rider was conscious and wearing a helmet. Damage hit the motorcycle's front center.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west on Belt Parkway collided with another vehicle that was changing lanes unsafely. The motorcycle driver, a 41-year-old man, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but remained conscious and was not ejected. The motorcycle sustained damage to its center front end. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor. The rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other contributing factors were specified. The crash highlights the dangers posed by improper lane changes on high-speed roadways.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4647254 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
E-Bike Driver Injured in Rockaway Boulevard Crash

A 24-year-old e-bike driver was injured and ejected after colliding with an SUV on Rockaway Boulevard. The e-bike was turning left when struck on the right front quarter panel. The SUV showed no damage. Failure to yield was cited.

According to the police report, a 24-year-old male e-bike driver was injured in a collision with a Nissan SUV on Rockaway Boulevard. The e-bike was making a left turn when it was struck on the right front quarter panel by the SUV traveling north. The e-bike driver was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for the crash. The SUV showed no damage and had no occupants. The e-bike driver was not wearing any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers of failure to yield in interactions between motor vehicles and e-bikes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4646994 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Inexperienced Driver Injures Bicyclist on Rockaway Boulevard

A 62-year-old male bicyclist was injured and ejected during a crash on Rockaway Boulevard. Both the bicyclist and SUV driver were traveling west. The bicyclist suffered abrasions and lower leg injuries. No vehicle damage was reported.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Rockaway Boulevard involving a 62-year-old male bicyclist and a male driver of a 2022 Acura SUV. Both were traveling straight ahead westbound. The bicyclist was ejected and sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inexperience and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. Neither vehicle showed damage at the point of impact. The bicyclist’s safety equipment status is unknown. The report does not indicate any fault on the bicyclist’s part.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4645654 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
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Moped and SUV collide on Queens avenue

A moped and an SUV crashed head-on on 107 Avenue in Queens. Two males, 18 and 16, were injured. The SUV driver was distracted and ignored traffic control. The younger passenger was ejected from the moped, suffering leg injuries.

According to the police report, a collision occurred between a moped traveling east and an SUV traveling north on 107 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver, 18, suffered injuries to his entire body and was restrained by a lap belt and harness. The 16-year-old passenger on the moped was ejected and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and distraction, along with disregarding traffic control, as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The younger passenger's safety equipment status is unknown. Both vehicles collided front to front, with damage to the SUV's center front end and the moped's right side doors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4642158 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
Motorcycle Ejected in Queens Sedan Crash

A motorcycle collided with a sedan on 103 Avenue in Queens. The motorcyclist was ejected and suffered severe leg injuries. The sedan struck the motorcycle’s right side. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor in the crash.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling west and a sedan traveling south collided on 103 Avenue in Queens. The sedan struck the motorcycle on its right side doors. The motorcyclist, a 37-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan driver was licensed and going straight ahead. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a failure to obey traffic signals or signs. No other driver errors or victim actions were noted. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but seriously injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4641764 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
A 7043
Addabbo 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
Sanders 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
Addabbo 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
Anderson 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
Anderson 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
Sanders 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.


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Queens Crash Injures Sedan Occupants

A sedan and a commercial vehicle collided on 114 Street in Queens. Three sedan occupants suffered back and shoulder injuries. The crash involved unsafe lane changing and following too closely. All victims wore seat belts and were not ejected.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on 114 Street in Queens involving a sedan and a commercial vehicle. The sedan, traveling west, was carrying three occupants: a 29-year-old male driver and two passengers aged 24 and 37. All three sustained injuries including back pain, concussion, and whiplash. The report lists driver errors as unsafe lane changing and following too closely. The commercial vehicle had one occupant and struck the sedan's rear center. All injured occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The crash caused center front and back end damage to the vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634059 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-10
S 6808
Addabbo 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 6808
Sanders 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
Addabbo 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 2714
Sanders 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
Addabbo 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.