Crash Count for Jamaica
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,732
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,617
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 339
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 10
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 4
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Jamaica?

Jamaica Bleeds While Leaders Stall: Demand Safe Streets Now

Jamaica Bleeds While Leaders Stall: Demand Safe Streets Now

Jamaica: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 19, 2025

The Toll in Jamaica: Lives Shattered, Streets Unchanged

In the past year, Jamaica saw 1 killed, 5 seriously hurt, and 475 injured in 766 crashes. The numbers do not bleed, but the people do. Last month, a 16-year-old was left with severe facial wounds after a moped and taxi collided on Hillside Avenue. The cause: unsafe speed and a bad lane change. The boy survived. Many do not.

Pedestrians, cyclists, and children remain at risk. In the last twelve months, 42 children were injured on these streets. One person over 55 died. The roll call of pain is long, and it does not end.

“I Went This Way and That Way”: The Human Cost

On July 11, an MTA bus in Queens jumped the curb and struck a pole, injuring eight. Ken Baur, a passenger, said, “I was all the way in the back and all of a sudden the bus hit the curb, I guess, jumped the curb, I went this way and that way and banged into the side of the bus.” The driver had fallen asleep. The MTA pulled him from service. The investigation is not over. The injuries were called minor. For the people on that bus, the memory will not be.

A few blocks away, a 56-year-old man was killed crossing Hillside Avenue. He was not at a crosswalk. The SUV kept going straight. The man did not.

Leadership: Votes, Delays, and the Fight for Safer Streets

Local leaders have taken some steps. State Senator Leroy Comrie voted yes on the Stop Super Speeders Act, a bill to force repeat speeders to install speed-limiting devices. He also voted to extend school speed zones. These are steps, not leaps.

But the pace is slow. It still takes years to get a speed hump. The city can lower speed limits to 20 mph, but has not done so everywhere. The carnage continues.

The Next Step: Demand Action Now

Every day of delay is another day of blood on the street. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand speed cameras. Demand streets where a child can cross without fear.

Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Jamaica sit politically?
Jamaica belongs to borough Queens, community board Queens CB12, city council district District 27, assembly district AD 29 and state senate district SD 14.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Jamaica?
Most harm came from Cars and SUVs (1 death, 273 minor injuries, 85 moderate, 2 serious), followed by Trucks and Buses (no deaths, 25 minor, 4 moderate, 2 serious), Motorcycles and Mopeds (no deaths, 4 minor, 2 moderate), and Bikes (no deaths, 6 minor, 1 moderate, 1 serious).
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. The data shows patterns—speed, unsafe turns, and inaction from leadership. These are preventable deaths and injuries, not random acts of fate.
What can local politicians do to stop traffic violence?
They can lower speed limits, install speed cameras, redesign streets, and pass laws like the Stop Super Speeders Act. They can act faster and put safety before delay.
How many people have been killed or seriously injured in Jamaica recently?
In the last year, 1 person was killed and 5 were seriously injured in 766 crashes. 475 more were hurt.
Who is most at risk in Jamaica?
Children, pedestrians, and older adults. 42 children and 68 people over 55 were injured in the last year.
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.

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Other Representatives

Alicia Hyndman
Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman
District 29
District Office:
232-06A Merrick Blvd., Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Legislative Office:
Room 717, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Nantasha Williams
Council Member Nantasha Williams
District 27
District Office:
172-12 Linden Boulevard, St. Albans, NY 11434
718-527-4356
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1850, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
Twitter: CMBWilliams
Leroy Comrie
State Senator Leroy Comrie
District 14
District Office:
113-43 Farmers Blvd., St. Albans, NY 11412
Legislative Office:
Room 913, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Jamaica Jamaica sits in Queens, Precinct 103, District 27, AD 29, SD 14, Queens CB12.

See also
Boroughs
Community Boards
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Jamaica

Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute

A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man in Ozone Park. The driver fled, then turned himself in. Police say the crash followed a heated confrontation. The victim died at Jamaica Hospital.

ABC7 reported on August 1, 2025, that a 23-year-old man died after being hit by a car at 101st Avenue and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. Police said the incident followed a domestic dispute. The driver, who was the woman's current boyfriend, told police the victim approached his car "while flashing what appeared to be a gun" and was struck as the driver tried to leave. The driver later went to the police. No charges had been filed as of publication, with the district attorney still reviewing the case. The crash highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used during conflicts.


Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway

Water rose fast. Cars stranded. People climbed roofs to escape. Rescue teams pulled them out. Rain hammered Queens. The road drowned, then cleared. Danger came quick. Relief came late.

ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that flash flooding trapped drivers on the Clearview Expressway in Queens. Video showed people perched atop cars, waiting for rescue. A witness described, "10 feet deep, people sitting on top of cars, 6 or 7." Mayor Eric Adams declared a localized State of Emergency. The flooding left vehicles stranded and forced emergency response. The article highlights the risk of sudden, severe weather overwhelming city infrastructure, stranding vulnerable road users in harm’s way.


Sedan Strikes Teen E-Biker on Jamaica Ave

A sedan hit a 16-year-old e-bike rider on Jamaica Ave. The teen suffered severe leg cuts. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal met flesh. The street did not forgive.

A sedan traveling west on Jamaica Ave collided with a 16-year-old male riding an e-bike, who was merging at the time. The teen bicyclist suffered severe lacerations to his lower leg and foot. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan struck the e-bike's center back end with its front. No injuries were reported for the sedan driver or other occupants. The data lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830557 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on 97th Avenue

A sedan hit a cyclist on 97th Avenue in Queens. The cyclist suffered back injuries. The car’s right front bumper took the impact. Police cited confusion as a factor.

A sedan traveling east on 97th Avenue collided with a northbound cyclist at Remington Street in Queens. The 25-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and back pain. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. The sedan’s right front bumper struck the cyclist. No other injuries were reported. The report does not cite any driver-specific errors or mention helmet use. Systemic confusion at the intersection played a role in the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829071 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Driver Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Hillside

A driver hit a 67-year-old woman crossing Hillside Ave. She suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. The street saw blood and confusion. The city failed to protect her.

A 67-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing near 148-27 Hillside Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The vehicle hit her with its left front bumper while traveling west. The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights driver error and the dangers faced by those on foot.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828023 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Improper Lane Change Injures Young Motorcyclist

A 22-year-old motorcyclist suffered arm abrasions on Archer Ave after a crash caused by improper lane use. The impact struck the left front bumper. The street bore the mark of systemic danger.

A 22-year-old man riding a motorcycle on Archer Ave at Guy R Brewer Blvd in Queens was injured in a crash. According to the police report, the collision involved improper passing or lane usage. The motorcyclist, who was driving straight, suffered abrasions to his arm. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor. No other injuries were specified. The crash highlights the risk faced by vulnerable road users when driver errors disrupt the flow of traffic.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827410 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
E-Bike Strikes Young Pedestrian on 150 St

An e-bike hit an 8-year-old boy on 150 St near Jamaica Ave. The child suffered a bruised arm. Police list the cause as unspecified. The crash left the boy conscious but hurt.

An e-bike traveling south on 150 St struck an 8-year-old pedestrian near Jamaica Ave in Queens. The child suffered a contusion to his arm and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were detailed in the data. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the risk faced by young pedestrians in city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826802 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers

Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.

amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.


Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A sedan hit a 67-year-old woman crossing Jamaica Avenue with the signal. She suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention. The street stayed loud. The pain stayed quiet.

A 67-year-old woman was struck by a sedan while crossing Jamaica Avenue with the signal. She suffered injuries to her arm and was left in shock. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor. The sedan, traveling west and making a left turn, hit her with its left front bumper. No other contributing factors were noted in the report. The driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash highlights the danger posed by inattentive driving at intersections, especially to pedestrians following the rules.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827406 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Driver Slams Truck Into Stopped Bus

A pick-up truck struck a stopped bus on Jamaica Ave. One driver suffered a back contusion. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. The crash left scars and questions in Queens.

A pick-up truck hit a stopped bus on Jamaica Ave near 168 St in Queens. According to the police report, the truck's driver suffered a back contusion. The bus driver and two other occupants reported no injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling east. The truck struck the center back end of the bus. No other factors were cited in the report. The crash highlights the danger of distraction behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826797 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Ford Truck Turns, Strikes Pedestrian in Queens

A Ford truck turned right on 148th Street and hit a woman in the crosswalk. Her leg broke. She stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield. The street did not protect her.

A 36-year-old woman crossing 148th Street at 95th Avenue in Queens was struck by a Ford truck making a right turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. No other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826794 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Collision in Queens Injures Passenger

Two SUVs crashed at 184th Street and 90th Avenue. One passenger suffered arm injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Children and adults were inside both vehicles.

Two sport utility vehicles collided at the intersection of 184th Street and 90th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved multiple occupants, including children. One front passenger, a 38-year-old woman, sustained a contusion to her arm. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826791 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens

A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.

According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.


Int 0857-2024
Williams votes yes to remove abandoned vehicles, boosting street safety.

Council orders swift removal of abandoned, derelict cars. Streets clear in 72 hours. No plates, no stickers, no excuses. Police and sanitation must act. Safer crossings for all who walk, ride, or wait.

Bill Int 0857-2024, now at the Mayor's desk, passed the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and full Council on June 30, 2025. The bill, titled "A Local Law to amend the administrative code...in relation to vehicles reported as abandoned to the department of sanitation," requires the Department of Sanitation to remove derelict vehicles within 72 hours of report. The NYPD must tow cars lacking valid plates or stickers. Prime sponsor Selvena N. Brooks-Powers led, joined by Crystal Hudson, Amanda Farías, Lincoln Restler, and others. The law targets street hazards, clearing blocked sightlines and crosswalks. It aims to cut risks for pedestrians and cyclists by removing abandoned vehicles fast.


SUV Overturns After Driver Loses Consciousness

SUV flipped on Brisbin Street. Driver injured, neck bleeding. Police cite lost consciousness. Parked cars struck. Metal and glass scattered. System failed to protect.

A crash on Brisbin Street in Queens left a 60-year-old SUV driver injured with neck wounds and minor bleeding. According to the police report, the driver lost consciousness, causing the SUV to overturn and strike two parked vehicles. The report lists 'Lost Consciousness' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left the driver in shock. The parked sedan and SUV sustained damage. The system allowed danger to unfold in daylight.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823068 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Overturns on 150th Street in Queens

A sedan flipped on 150th Street. The driver, drowsy, crashed and suffered abdominal injuries. Another occupant was also hurt. Fatigue behind the wheel led to chaos and pain.

A sedan overturned on 150th Street at 86th Avenue in Queens. The crash left the driver with abdominal injuries and another occupant hurt. According to the police report, 'Fatigued/Drowsy' driving was the contributing factor. The driver, a 26-year-old man, was in shock and suffered internal injuries. The vehicle, a 2022 Kia sedan, was traveling south and overturned after impact. Fatigue was the only driver error listed. No other factors were cited in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822655 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedans Collide on Jamaica Ave, Two Hurt

Two sedans crashed on Jamaica Ave. Passengers suffered neck and unknown injuries. Police cite following too closely and improper turning. Metal twisted. Lives jarred. System failed to protect.

Two sedans collided at Jamaica Ave and 138 St in Queens. According to the police report, two occupants were injured: a 23-year-old woman suffered neck injuries and whiplash, and a 25-year-old woman was also hurt. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights driver errors and the ongoing danger for vehicle occupants on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823070 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Child Playing in Queens Road

A nine-year-old boy was hit by an SUV while playing in the street near 179th Place. The impact broke his leg. The driver and two adult occupants were not hurt. Police list no clear cause. The street remains unforgiving.

A Toyota SUV traveling north struck a nine-year-old boy who was playing in the roadway near 179th Place in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a fractured leg and dislocation. The SUV’s right front quarter panel took the impact. Two adult occupants and the driver, all inside the vehicle, were not injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The report states the child was not at an intersection when struck. The crash underscores the danger faced by children on city streets, especially outside crosswalks, but does not specify any further causes.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821748 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Sedan Strikes Two Girls Crossing With Signal

A sedan hit two girls in Queens. Both were crossing 177th Street at 93rd Avenue with the signal. The car struck their legs. They stayed conscious. Bruises marked the damage. The street bore witness. The system failed them.

Two female pedestrians, ages 12 and 15, were injured when a sedan struck them at the intersection of 177th Street and 93rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both girls were crossing with the signal at the time of the crash. Each suffered bruises to the knee, lower leg, and foot, but remained conscious after impact. The police report does not list any driver errors or contributing factors. No helmet or signal violations are mentioned for the pedestrians. The crash highlights the vulnerability of young pedestrians even when following traffic signals.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821575 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on Sutphin Blvd

An SUV struck a cyclist on Sutphin Blvd. The cyclist suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction. Metal met flesh. The street stayed loud.

A station wagon SUV hit a cyclist on Sutphin Blvd at Liberty Ave in Queens. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was injured and suffered bruises to his entire body. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The SUV's left front bumper struck the cyclist. No other errors were listed. The cyclist was partially ejected from his bike. No helmet or signaling issues were cited. The crash left one vulnerable road user hurt, another day marked by distraction behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821530 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04