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A single-vehicle crash on Horace Harding Expressway left the SUV driver injured and incoherent. Police report cites alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as key factors. The vehicle struck an object with its right front bumper, deploying airbags and causing moderate injury.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:09 on Horace Harding Expressway involving a 2020 Nissan SUV traveling westbound. The driver, a 31-year-old male occupant, sustained injuries classified as severity level 3 and was incoherent at the scene. The report explicitly lists alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors to the crash. The vehicle's right front bumper was the point of impact, indicating a collision with an object or barrier. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed upon impact. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The incident underscores the dangers posed by impaired driving and excessive speed on city roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4758269, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A westbound car swept past an 80-year-old man on 48th Avenue, its bumper slamming into his head. Blood pooled on the pavement. He stayed conscious, wounded and cut. The street held no intersection, only danger and steel.

According to the police report, an 80-year-old pedestrian was walking with traffic along 48th Avenue near 206th Street at dusk when a westbound car 'passed too close.' The vehicle's right front bumper struck the man's head, causing severe lacerations and bleeding. The report notes that the pedestrian remained conscious at the scene. The crash did not occur at an intersection. The primary contributing factor cited is 'Passing Too Closely,' a clear driver error. The report does not list any pedestrian behavior as a contributing factor. The narrative documents the impact, the injuries, and the absence of intersection controls, underscoring the peril faced by those on foot when drivers fail to maintain safe distance.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4757802, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

An e-bike rider suffered abrasions and full-body injuries after a collision on Horace Harding Expressway. The crash involved unsafe speed and driver inexperience, with impact on the bike’s left side. The rider was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a 29-year-old male e-bike rider was injured in a crash on Horace Harding Expressway at 13:50. The rider, driving westbound without a helmet or safety equipment, sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report cites driver inexperience and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The collision impacted the left side doors of the e-bike, damaging its left front quarter panel. The e-bike was traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report explicitly notes the rider’s unlicensed status and driver inexperience, highlighting systemic dangers related to unlicensed operation and unsafe speed on this roadway.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4755239, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 59-year-old male driver lost consciousness behind the wheel, crashing his sedan into a parked car in Queens. He sustained a serious head injury and concussion. The impact damaged both vehicles’ front and rear ends, highlighting a sudden medical emergency on the road.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:22 in Queens near 32-17 214 Place. The driver, a 59-year-old male occupant of a 2014 Subaru sedan, lost consciousness while driving northbound. This loss of consciousness is cited as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle’s left front bumper struck the right rear bumper of a parked 2013 Honda sedan, causing center front and back end damage respectively. The driver was not ejected but suffered a head injury classified as severity level 3, including a concussion. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the primary contributing factor, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted. This incident underscores the danger posed by sudden medical incapacitation behind the wheel.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4751403, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 61-year-old woman suffered facial abrasions while crossing Springfield Boulevard at an intersection with the signal. The crash involved an unspecified vehicle. The pedestrian was conscious and injured, highlighting dangers at signalized crossings in Queens.

According to the police report, a 61-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Springfield Boulevard at an intersection in Queens at 7:30 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when struck by an unspecified vehicle. She sustained abrasions to her face and was conscious at the scene. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding, nor does it indicate any fault or contributing behavior by the pedestrian. The crash underscores the persistent risks pedestrians face even when crossing legally with the signal. The vehicle involved was unoccupied at the time and no further details on driver actions or vehicle type were provided.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737344, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A northbound SUV and sedan collided violently on Clearview Expressway. Aggressive driving and following too closely led to severe vehicle damage and injuries. Three occupants suffered shock and painful injuries, highlighting the deadly consequences of reckless driver behavior.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Clearview Expressway at 5:00 AM involving a station wagon/SUV and a sedan traveling north. The SUV, carrying three occupants, was struck on the left side doors, while the sedan was demolished. The report cites aggressive driving/road rage and following too closely as contributing factors. The SUV driver was injured in the shoulder and upper arm, experiencing shock and pain. A front passenger suffered knee and foot injuries, and a rear passenger sustained facial injuries, all wearing lap belts and harnesses. The aggressive driving and failure to maintain safe distance directly caused the collision and injuries. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash underscores the lethal risk posed by driver errors on NYC highways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4732955, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 62-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries in a collision between a sedan and an SUV on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. The crash involved improper lane usage and driver distraction, causing significant vehicle damage and whiplash injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:47 on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. A 62-year-old female sedan driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with neck trauma and whiplash. The collision involved a 2023 Ford sedan traveling east and a 2023 Ford SUV making a left turn southwest. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel and the SUV's left front bumper. The report cites driver errors including 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan driver was conscious and not ejected. Vehicle damage included left side doors on the sedan and center front end on the SUV. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4729734, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 61-year-old female SUV driver suffered head injuries after her vehicle was hit on the left side by a sedan making a U-turn. The crash occurred on Springfield Boulevard. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors.

According to the police report, the crash happened at 9:15 AM on Springfield Boulevard in Queens. A 61-year-old female SUV driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured in the head and remained conscious after the collision. The sedan, driven by a licensed male driver, was making a U-turn southwestbound when it struck the left side doors of the SUV traveling straight south. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The SUV driver was not ejected and suffered internal complaints. Vehicle damage included the sedan's left front bumper and the SUV's left rear quarter panel. The report highlights driver errors without attributing fault to the injured occupant.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4722338, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A tractor truck struck a sedan from behind on the Long Island Expressway. Two passengers in the sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Police cited improper lane usage and following too closely as contributing factors in the crash.

According to the police report, a tractor truck and a sedan, both traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway, collided when the truck struck the sedan's center back end. The truck driver was cited for 'Following Too Closely' while the sedan driver was noted for 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Two sedan occupants, a 33-year-old female left rear passenger and a 26-year-old male front passenger, were injured with neck pain and whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report highlights driver errors as the primary contributors to the crash, with no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behaviors. The collision caused damage to the center back end of the sedan and the center front end of the truck.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4720747, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A bicyclist was ejected and severely injured after a sedan struck him on Northern Boulevard. The driver disregarded traffic control and failed to yield right-of-way. The cyclist suffered fractures and was unconscious at the scene.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Northern Boulevard in Queens at 9:28 PM. A sedan, traveling northeast and making a left turn, collided with a bicyclist traveling westbound. The point of impact was the right side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and suffered severe injuries including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the sedan driver’s errors as 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. Vehicle damage was noted on the sedan’s right side doors, while the bike sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and operating a 2015 Mercedes sedan with two occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4719523, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 71-year-old man suffered severe head injuries after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing Cloverdale Boulevard at an intersection when the truck struck him head-on, leaving him semiconscious with fractures and dislocations.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:00 AM on Cloverdale Boulevard in Queens. A GMC pick-up truck, traveling east and making a left turn, struck a 71-year-old male pedestrian crossing at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained serious head injuries, including fractures and dislocations, and was found semiconscious. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk indication, but the report emphasizes the driver's errors. The truck's point of impact was the center front end, and no vehicle damage was noted. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone at the time.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4718182, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Three occupants suffered whiplash injuries in a multi-SUV crash on Cross Island Parkway. Driver inattention caused rear-end impacts. All victims were conscious and restrained. Damage focused on rear and side panels of vehicles traveling northbound.

According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on Cross Island Parkway at 22:36 involving three sport utility vehicles all traveling northbound. The primary contributing factor cited was driver inattention and distraction. The impact points were the center back end and rear quarter panels of the vehicles. Three occupants were injured: a 34-year-old female left rear passenger with back injuries and whiplash, a 21-year-old male right rear passenger with neck injuries and whiplash, and a 49-year-old male driver with back injuries and whiplash. All occupants were conscious and restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly notes driver inattention as the cause, with no contributing victim behaviors listed. Vehicle damage was concentrated on rear bumpers and quarter panels, consistent with a rear-end collision chain reaction.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4711644, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

An SUV driver changed lanes unsafely, striking a sedan starting from parking. The SUV’s right front quarter panel hit the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The sedan driver suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries, enduring shock and pain after the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 208 Street near Northern Boulevard in Queens at 11:55 AM. A 29-year-old male sedan driver was injured, sustaining shoulder and upper arm injuries and experiencing shock. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" as the contributing factor. The SUV, traveling east and driven by a licensed male driver, was going straight ahead when it impacted the sedan, which was starting from parking. The point of impact was the SUV's right front quarter panel and the sedan's left front quarter panel. The sedan driver was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior. The collision highlights the dangers posed by unsafe lane changes in traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4710282, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan turning right on Northern Boulevard hit a 31-year-old woman crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her elbow and lower arm, experiencing shock and pain. Driver failure to yield and distraction caused the collision.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Northern Boulevard was making a right turn when it struck a 31-year-old female pedestrian crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The point of impact was the right side doors of the vehicle. The report cites driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not at fault, as she was crossing legally with the signal. The crash occurred in Queens near 221 Street at 5:57 AM.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4708443, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 61-year-old woman suffered head abrasions after an SUV made a right turn and struck her in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, highlighting risks at intersections with turning vehicles.

According to the police report, a 61-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 212 Street and 42 Avenue in Queens at 16:47. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal when a 2022 Hyundai SUV, operated by a licensed male driver, made a right turn and struck her with the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained head abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report lists no contributing factors from the driver or pedestrian, but the incident occurred during the vehicle's turning maneuver. The SUV sustained no damage. This crash underscores the danger posed by turning vehicles to pedestrians crossing at intersections, even when crosswalks are marked.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4703152, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 39-year-old male driver suffered whiplash and full-body injuries when his SUV overturned after colliding with two parked SUVs in Queens. Alcohol involvement was cited by police, highlighting driver impairment as a key factor in the severe crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:15 in Queens near 229-03 56 Avenue. A 39-year-old male driver of a 2023 Jeep SUV, traveling straight ahead, overturned his vehicle after colliding with two parked SUVs, both described as demolished at the point of impact. The driver was conscious but sustained injuries to his entire body, including whiplash. The report explicitly cites alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment played a central role in the crash. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were noted. The overturned SUV and demolished parked vehicles underscore the severity of the collision and the systemic danger posed by impaired driving.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4701769, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

An SUV making a right turn collided with an eastbound moped on 208 Street in Queens. The moped driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered hip and upper leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention and improper lane usage as contributing factors.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:50 on 208 Street in Queens. A Honda SUV was making a right turn southbound when it struck a Zhilo moped traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the SUV's right front bumper and the moped's left front quarter panel. The moped driver, a 53-year-old man, sustained abrasions and injuries to his hip and upper leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors for the moped driver, highlighting driver errors. The SUV driver was also noted for 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The moped driver was wearing a helmet, but no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision underscores the dangers of distracted driving and improper lane use in vehicle-moped interactions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4699661, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 48-year-old man crossing Northern Boulevard with the signal was struck by an SUV making a left turn. The driver failed to yield right-of-way amid glare conditions. The pedestrian suffered bruises and full-body contusions but remained conscious.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:35 on Northern Boulevard in Queens. A 48-year-old male pedestrian was crossing at an intersection with the signal when a 2004 Chevrolet SUV, traveling south and making a left turn, struck him with its left front bumper. The report cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the driver as a contributing factor, compounded by glare. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle alone. The report emphasizes driver error in yielding and environmental glare as key causes, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian's actions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4698753, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A driver was injured in a multi-vehicle crash in Queens. The impact caused shoulder pain. The driver was not ejected and remained in shock.

A 29-year-old male driver sustained injuries in a collision involving multiple vehicles in Queens. According to the police report, the driver experienced shoulder pain and was in shock after the crash. The incident involved a 2023 SUV traveling straight ahead and colliding with parked vehicles. The report does not specify contributing factors but notes the driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. No other details about the crash dynamics were provided.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4690638, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan making a left turn struck a 17-year-old bicyclist going straight on Bell Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries. Police cited driver inattention and disregard for traffic control as causes.

According to the police report, a 2016 sedan driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn on Bell Boulevard in Queens when it collided with a 17-year-old male bicyclist traveling north. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained internal chest injuries. The report lists driver inattention and traffic control disregard as contributing factors. The cyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The impact occurred on the right side doors of the bike and the center front end of the sedan. The driver’s failure to maintain attention and disregard for traffic signals led to the crash. The bicyclist was conscious but injured at the scene.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4685657, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14