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A 38-year-old male passenger suffered neck injuries in a rear-end crash on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV driver was slowing when the sedan behind, distracted and following too closely, struck the SUV. The passenger was belted and conscious.

According to the police report, a 2023 SUV was slowing or stopping on the Long Island Expressway when a 2015 sedan traveling west struck it from behind. The sedan driver was cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction and Following Too Closely. A 38-year-old male occupant in the sedan, seated in the right rear passenger position and wearing a lap belt and harness, sustained a neck injury described as whiplash. He was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The impact occurred at the center front end of the sedan and the center back end of the SUV. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on high-speed roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4685410, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Multiple SUVs crashed head-on and rear quarter on Clearview Expressway. Unsafe speed caused the collision. A 27-year-old front passenger suffered a concussion and head injury. Drivers were licensed and traveling north. Impact damaged front and rear panels of vehicles.

According to the police report, several SUVs traveling north on Clearview Expressway collided due to unsafe speed. The crash involved impacts to front and right rear quarter panels. A 27-year-old male front passenger was injured, sustaining a concussion and head injury. The police identified unsafe speed as the contributing factor for the drivers. All drivers were licensed, with no other contributing factors noted. The injured occupant was not ejected and remained conscious. Vehicle damage was centered on front ends and rear quarter panels, indicating multiple points of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683091, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Subaru SUV struck two parked vehicles on 43 Avenue in Queens. The 73-year-old female driver was trapped and suffered full-body injuries with minor bleeding. Police cited driver inattention as the cause. Damage hit the front of the moving SUV and rear of parked cars.

According to the police report, a 2020 Subaru SUV traveling west on 43 Avenue in Queens collided with two parked vehicles, a Kia SUV and a Toyota sedan. The 73-year-old female driver of the Subaru was trapped inside and sustained injuries to her entire body, including minor bleeding. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor. The moving SUV impacted the center front end, while the parked vehicles were hit on their rear bumpers. No other occupants were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to collisions with stationary vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4670899, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans crashed head-to-tail on Cross Island Parkway. The lead driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and was semiconscious. Police cited driver inattention and following too closely as causes. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Cross Island Parkway collided. The lead vehicle was struck in the rear by the second sedan. The 25-year-old male driver of the lead car was injured, sustaining neck pain and was semiconscious at the scene. He was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and following too closely as contributing factors. Both vehicles had damage to their center front and back ends, indicating a rear-end collision. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the dangers of distracted driving and tailgating on busy roadways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4668487, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An SUV struck a motorcycle from behind on Bell Boulevard. The rider flew from his bike. Blood pooled on the street. His leg was torn open. He wore a helmet. The crash left him conscious, wounded, and alone in the early morning dark.

A 27-year-old man riding a Kawasaki motorcycle was ejected after an SUV struck the rear of his bike on Bell Boulevard near 36th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV hit the motorcycle’s center back end, causing severe lacerations to the rider’s leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. No other injuries were reported. The scene was marked by silence, pain, and blood on the asphalt. The crash highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists when drivers fail to pay attention or keep a safe distance.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4665326, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans crashed on Cross Island Parkway just after midnight. Four occupants suffered head injuries. Unsafe speed and lane changing contributed. All wore lap belts. Drivers and a passenger were left in shock with serious head trauma.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway at 12:21 a.m. Four occupants were injured, all sustaining head injuries and shock. The front passenger and three drivers were involved. The report lists unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. All occupants wore lap belts and were not ejected. Vehicle damage was centered on front and rear ends, indicating a rear-end collision. The driver errors identified include unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing. No other contributing factors were specified. The crash caused serious head injuries to all occupants, highlighting the violent impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4657131, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two SUVs crashed at 53rd Avenue and 206th Street. One slammed into the other’s side. A woman, 46, sat up front. Her head bled. The airbag burst. She stayed conscious. Inattention behind the wheel drew blood on glass.

Two sport utility vehicles collided at the corner of 53rd Avenue and 206th Street in Queens. According to the police report, one SUV struck the side of the other. A 46-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. She remained conscious after the crash. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The airbag deployed in the impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to pay attention and yield at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4646968, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Jeep veered on Cross Island Parkway. It struck a man fixing his Ford. Steel crushed his pelvis. He stayed awake. Pain did not leave. Unsafe lane change left him broken on the roadside.

A 39-year-old man was working on his parked Ford SUV on Cross Island Parkway when a Jeep SUV, changing lanes, veered and struck him. According to the police report, "Unsafe Lane Changing" was the contributing factor. The impact crushed the man's pelvis, causing severe injuries. The police report states he remained conscious after the crash. The man was not at an intersection and was engaged in vehicle repair when the collision occurred. No errors are attributed to the pedestrian. The crash involved two SUVs, with the Jeep’s right front bumper hitting the Ford’s rear. No helmet or signal issues are listed as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4634253, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 73-year-old woman driving a sedan on the Long Island Expressway suffered chest injuries and a concussion. The vehicle hit an object with its right front bumper. Limited view and slippery pavement contributed to the crash. The driver was conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, a 73-year-old female driver was operating a 2019 Ford sedan westbound on the Long Island Expressway when the vehicle impacted an object with its right front bumper. The driver sustained chest injuries and a concussion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Pavement Slippery' as contributing factors. The driver was properly licensed and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The crash caused damage to the vehicle's right front bumper. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4622637, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 40-year-old female passenger suffered a head contusion in a rear-end crash on Clearview Expressway. The SUV struck the sedan from behind at unsafe speed. The injured occupant was conscious and restrained by a lap belt. Both vehicles traveled southbound.

According to the police report, a 2021 SUV rear-ended a 2021 sedan on the Clearview Expressway. The collision occurred at 7:03 p.m. while both vehicles were traveling straight south. The SUV driver contributed to the crash by driving at an unsafe speed and exhibiting aggressive driving or road rage. The impact struck the sedan's right front bumper and the SUV's center back end. A 40-year-old female passenger in the SUV's left rear seat sustained a head contusion but was not ejected and remained conscious. She was restrained by a lap belt. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. No other factors or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4625445, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two vehicles crashed on 210 Street in Queens. An 82-year-old female passenger in the SUV suffered a head contusion. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. Police cited traffic control disregard as a factor in the collision.

According to the police report, a 2019 SUV traveling northeast on 210 Street collided with a 2007 sedan. The point of impact was the SUV’s right front quarter panel and the sedan’s center front end. An 82-year-old female occupant in the SUV was injured, sustaining a head contusion. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. 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 or victim errors were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4617718, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 27-year-old man driving a sedan in Queens suffered facial injuries. The crash involved multiple parked vehicles and a moving sedan. Alcohol was a factor. The driver was conscious and restrained by a seatbelt and airbag deployment.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old male driver was injured in a collision on 208 Street in Queens. The crash involved a sedan traveling north and multiple parked vehicles, including a station wagon/SUV and a pickup truck. The driver sustained facial contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and airbag deployment. No other driver errors were specified. The collision caused front-end damage to all vehicles involved.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4606634, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 23-year-old male driver crashed his sedan head-on in Queens. The vehicle was demolished. The driver suffered severe whole-body injuries and was incoherent. Alcohol and distraction were factors. No passengers were involved.

According to the police report, a 23-year-old male driver was involved in a single-vehicle crash on Northern Boulevard in Queens. The sedan, traveling east, struck an object with its center front end and was demolished. The driver sustained severe injuries to his entire body and was incoherent at the scene. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and alone in the vehicle. No other road users were reported injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4606456, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were distracted. One driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries, wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash caused front-end damage to both trucks. The injured driver was in shock and complained of pain.

According to the police report, two pick-up trucks collided on Bell Boulevard in Queens. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction. One driver, a 34-year-old man, was injured with knee and lower leg trauma and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The crash involved front-end impacts to both vehicles. The injured driver was not ejected and experienced shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the primary contributing factor. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4597654, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 68-year-old woman was struck while crossing Northern Boulevard in Queens. The BMW sedan, making an improper U-turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver showed no visible vehicle damage.

According to the police report, a 68-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Northern Boulevard in Queens when a BMW sedan made an improper U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the collision occurred. The impact was on the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The driver was licensed and traveling northwest. The report lists driver errors as 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Turning Improperly.' No helmet or signaling factors were noted. Vehicle damage was reported as none.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4595784, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 66-year-old woman was struck by a sedan making a left turn on 36 Avenue near Bell Boulevard in Queens. The driver was inattentive. The pedestrian suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The vehicle's left front bumper was damaged.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 36 Avenue in Queens struck a 66-year-old female pedestrian crossing at an intersection near Bell Boulevard. The pedestrian sustained a head injury and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed female, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash. The vehicle sustained damage to its left front bumper. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian fault or safety equipment were noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4592087, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 67-year-old man driving an SUV suffered a head contusion in a Queens crash. The vehicle struck parked cars on 48 Avenue. Alcohol involvement was noted. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, a 67-year-old male driver was injured in a collision on 48 Avenue in Queens. The driver, restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained a head contusion but was conscious at the scene. The crash involved the driver's SUV striking multiple parked vehicles. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were specified. The injured person was not ejected from the vehicle. The crash caused damage primarily to the front and rear bumpers of the parked vehicles. The report does not indicate any pedestrian or cyclist involvement.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4589025, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan pulling out of parking struck a 68-year-old female bicyclist riding west on Bell Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The driver failed to yield and was inattentive.

According to the police report, a 2022 sedan driven by a licensed male driver was starting from parking when it collided with a westbound female bicyclist, age 68, on Bell Boulevard in Queens. The bicyclist was injured with contusions and trauma to her knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors including Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The sedan sustained damage to its left front bumper, and the bike was impacted at its center front end.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4583944, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A driver on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness due to illness. His sedan struck multiple vehicles stopped or moving southbound. The driver was injured but conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The crash caused damage to several vehicles’ sides and rear ends.

According to the police report, a 58-year-old male driver on Cross Island Parkway lost consciousness due to illness while driving a 2020 sedan. The driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and suffered internal injuries but remained conscious. The crash involved multiple vehicles traveling southbound, including two SUVs and another sedan. The sedan driven by the injured man impacted the center front end of his vehicle and the right side doors and rear quarter panels of others. The contributing factors listed are illness and loss of consciousness, indicating a medical emergency caused the crash. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4578628, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 71-year-old male driver suffered back injuries in a crash on Northern Boulevard. His SUV struck the rear of a parked SUV. The driver was conscious and restrained but had a contusion and bruising. Driver inattention and falling asleep caused the collision.

According to the police report, a 71-year-old male driver was injured when his SUV collided with the rear of a parked SUV on Northern Boulevard. The driver was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver inattention and falling asleep as contributing factors. The impact occurred at the center front end of the moving vehicle and the center back end of the parked vehicle. The injured driver suffered back contusions and bruises but was not ejected. The crash involved two SUVs traveling north, with one stationary at the time of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4573654, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15