About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 4
▸ Crush Injuries 2
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 1
▸ Severe Lacerations 3
▸ Concussion 12
▸ Whiplash 55
▸ Contusion/Bruise 92
▸ Abrasion 43
▸ Pain/Nausea 23
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Jamaica
- 2024 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW6494) – 135 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2024 Gray Honda Suburban (LPH4200) – 131 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2024 Gray Toyota Sedan (LHW6019) – 127 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 White Lexus Suburban (LHT8624) – 100 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2021 Gray Ford Pickup (24448NA) – 83 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Jamaica’s hard miles: hit‑and‑runs, truck strikes, and a teenager on a bike
Jamaica: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 26, 2025
Jamaica bleeds in daylight and dark. The map and the clock don’t lie.
- In May 2024, a driver’s SUV struck a 56‑year‑old man near 171st St and Hillside Ave. He died at the scene, listed as killed while crossing with no signal or crosswalk, hit by a 2018 Honda going straight east on Hillside city crash data.
- On July 23, 2025, a 16‑year‑old on an e‑bike was hit by a Toyota sedan at 169‑28 Jamaica Ave. Severe leg cuts. The police record says the teen was the bicyclist; the car kept straight west; the bike was merging NYC Open Data, CrashID 4830557.
These are not outliers. From 2022 through August 26, 2025, Jamaica logged 2,801 crashes, 1,668 injuries, and four deaths in the dataset’s current rollup NYC Open Data. Pedestrians took 444 injuries and one death; cyclists 94 injuries. Trucks and buses accounted for 19 pedestrian injury crashes, with three serious injuries, a heavy toll for big vehicles in tight streets Open Data rollup.
Hillside. Jamaica Avenue. Names we know.
- Hillside Ave shows up as a top injury site with 38 injuries and two serious injuries; another entry lists 79 injuries and a death along the same corridor top intersections.
- Jamaica Avenue logs 126 injuries and one death in the same rollup top intersections.
The pattern is steady. The injuries spike from school let‑out into the commute: 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. is the heavy band, with a peak at 5 p.m. (130 injuries) and another surge in the 8 a.m. hour hourly distribution. Late nights do not spare us: deaths land at midnight, 5 a.m., and two in the 9 p.m. hour hourly distribution.
What breaks bodies here
- “Other” driver behavior is the largest bucket tied to injuries (741). Distraction shows 37. Failure to yield shows 15. Improper passing, six. Each number is a person on foot, a rider, a worker at a cart contributing factors.
- One pedestrian death is tagged to disregarded traffic control; another death ties to alcohol involvement in the broader dataset period contributing factors.
- Heavy vehicles hit hard: 33 pedestrian injury events involve trucks and buses in the local rollup; three ended in serious injuries vehicle rollup.
Beyond Jamaica, the hit‑and‑run drum
At 2:30 a.m. on Aug. 13, 2025, a driver struck a 52‑year‑old man at 155th St and South Conduit Ave near JFK and drove off. “The operator of the vehicle fled the scene,” police said. No arrests were made that day ABC7. NYPD said detectives searched for video and that the man died at Jamaica Hospital NY Daily News Gothamist.
Five miles away and two years earlier, a Queens man drove the wrong way on the Clearview Expressway and slammed into cars. A jury convicted him this June. At sentencing, Queens DA Melinda Katz said, “Joseph Lee terrorized other drivers.” Lee told police he entered the highway wrong‑way “because I wanted to hurt people” and felt “liberated.” He also said, “You want to fight?” He got eight years amNY.
Streets that keep taking
Crashes in this neighborhood rose this year. Through mid‑August, crashes are up 22% and injuries up 26% versus last year‑to‑date in this same area. Serious injuries rose from one to five in that period comparison period stats.
Truck routes, bus lanes, double‑parked cars, delivery chaos—these pages of the ledger don’t capture the horns or the fear. They do show what to fix.
- Harden turns and daylight corners on Hillside Ave and Jamaica Ave. Protect crossings where the bodies pile up top intersections.
- Give lead pedestrian intervals and raised crosswalks at the frequent injury hours, especially 2–6 p.m. hourly distribution.
- Pull heavy vehicles off local streets where possible and enforce truck turning at problem junctions vehicle rollup.
What leaders have on the table
Albany moved one tool. The Senate bill to force speed‑limiters on repeat violators advanced in June. Senator Leroy Comrie and Senator Toby Ann Stavisky voted yes in committee on S4045, which would mandate intelligent speed assistance after repeated violations Open States S4045.
At City Hall, a new bill targets unlicensed commuter vans with maximum fines checked line‑by‑line by TLC, NYPD, and DOT. Council Member Nantasha Williams introduced it on Aug. 14, 2025 Legistar Int 1347‑2025.
The city already has authority to lower speeds citywide under Sammy’s Law, and advocates are pressing for a 20 mph default and speed‑limiter mandates for the worst repeat speeders. The path and the asks are laid out here: Take Action.
What remains is simple and hard: slow the cars, harden the crossings, stop the repeat offenders.
One more name on Hillside is one too many.
Action
- Tell your council member and the mayor to use the powers they have. Ask Albany to finish the job on speed‑limiters. Start here: Take Action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons dataset, Vehicles dataset , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- Wrong-way driver rams cars on expressway, amNY, Published 2025-08-15
- Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-13
- Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-13
- Pedestrian Killed In JFK Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-08-13
- File S 4045, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
- File Int 1347-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage, CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
Other Representatives
District 29
232-06A Merrick Blvd., Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Room 717, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 27
172-12 Linden Boulevard, St. Albans, NY 11434
718-527-4356
250 Broadway, Suite 1850, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6984
District 14
113-43 Farmers Blvd., St. Albans, NY 11412
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
Traffic Safety Timeline for Jamaica
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Driver hits 75-year-old at Jamaica Ave▸Sep 12 - A driver hit a 75-year-old man at 168 St and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The man was at the intersection. He suffered a pelvic bruise. The driver’s left-front bumper did the damage.
A driver hit a 75-year-old man at 168 St and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The man was a pedestrian at the intersection. He was conscious. He had a bruise to the abdomen and pelvis. According to the police report, the point of impact was the driver’s left front bumper. The crash was recorded at 1:34 p.m. Police recorded no driver contributing factor in the report. No vehicle make or model was listed. The pedestrian was listed as Injured. No other injuries were noted.
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Bus driver hits parked taxi on Sutphin▸Sep 10 - Southbound bus driver hit a parked taxi on Sutphin at 89 Ave. A 65-year-old woman driving the cab suffered a neck injury. Police recorded driver inattention.
According to the police report, a southbound bus driver going straight on Sutphin Blvd hit a parked taxi near 89 Ave in Queens at 11:55 a.m. on September 10, 2025. The taxi’s 65-year-old woman driver suffered a neck contusion and was conscious. Another woman occupant was listed with unspecified injury. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as a contributing factor. Reported damage included the bus’s right front and the taxi’s left rear quarter. The crash involved a bus and a Jeep SUV taxi. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured.
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Left-turning SUV driver injures woman in Queens▸Sep 8 - A driver in a Dodge SUV turned left at 89 Ave and 169 St and hit a 26-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered hip and leg injuries. The crash came at 8 a.m. in Queens.
At 89 Avenue and 169 Street in Queens, a driver in a 2022 Dodge SUV made a left turn and hit a 26-year-old woman who was in the intersection. She suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious with abrasions. According to the police report, the driver was 'Making Left Turn' and the pedestrian was recorded at the intersection; contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified' for all parties. Police did not record a specific driver error. The crash time was 8:00 a.m.
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Driver rear-ends car on Parsons Boulevard, injures passenger▸Sep 3 - A southbound driver hit the back of a slowing car on Parsons Blvd at 87 Ave in Queens. A right‑rear passenger, 42, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both cars were sedans. Impact was center back to center front.
Two sedans heading south on Parsons Blvd near 87 Ave in Queens crashed. The driver of the front car was slowing or stopping. The trailing driver went straight and hit the center back end of the car ahead, crushing the front of the trailing sedan. A 42-year-old woman riding in the right-rear seat was injured; the report notes a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the driver of a southbound sedan was slowing or stopping when another southbound driver went straight and hit the center back end. Police did not record any driver contributing factors in this crash.
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Sedan clips cyclist on Jamaica Ave▸Aug 30 - Eastbound sedan cut in. Passed too close. Failed to yield. Struck a 27‑year‑old cyclist on Jamaica Avenue. Rider hurt, bleeding, in shock. Car’s right front shows damage. The street bears it too.
A sedan and a bike traveled east on Jamaica Avenue near 145-06. The car’s right front hit the cyclist. The 27-year-old rider was injured, with arm wounds and shock. According to the police report, factors were “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Passing Too Closely,” with “Driver Inattention/Distraction” also noted for involved parties. These driver errors put the cyclist in the path of the car. A 42-year-old woman drove the sedan with three passengers; their injuries were unspecified. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet, listed after the driver errors as recorded.
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Northbound Sedan and Pickup Collide Queens▸Aug 28 - The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of an eastbound pickup collided at 177 St and 93 Ave in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 21-year-old woman had chest pain. A 42-year-old man had shoulder trauma.
The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of an eastbound pickup struck each other at the left front bumpers while both were going straight at 177 St and 93 Ave in Queens. A 21-year-old female driver suffered chest injuries and reported whiplash. A 42-year-old male driver suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and reported whiplash. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unspecified" for all involved. No specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield, Unsafe Speed, or Distraction are recorded. Both drivers were reported using lap belts. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Hits 65-Year-Old▸Aug 27 - A driver eastbound on Jamaica Ave hit a 65-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious with a knee–lower leg–foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver.
A driver traveling east on Jamaica Ave struck a 65-year-old woman in the marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious and suffered a knee-lower leg-foot fracture listed as distorted/dislocated. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" is the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end and it sustained no reported damage. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The record lists the vehicle as an unspecified type, traveling eastbound. Driver errors called out in the data: Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.
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Left-turn sedan hits cyclist on Hillside▸Aug 23 - A left-turning sedan struck a northbound cyclist at Hillside Ave and Homelawn St. The rider went down and was injured. Signals ignored. Metal meets bone. Sirens cut the air in Jamaica.
A sedan turning left from Homelawn Street collided with a northbound bicyclist on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver actions included making a left turn and disregarding traffic control. The bicyclist was also coded with “Traffic Control Disregarded” after those driver errors; helmet use was listed as “None.”
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Left-turn sedan hits woman crossing▸Aug 21 - A westbound sedan turned left on Sutphin and struck a 23-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She went down, bruised and hurting. The car’s nose took her. The driver walked away. Queens street. Usual story.
A 2007 Lincoln sedan traveling west made a left turn at Sutphin Blvd and 89 Ave and struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured and remained conscious with arm injuries and contusions. The listed contributing factors are “Unspecified” for the driver and all parties. The driver’s maneuver—making a left turn with a center-front impact—aligns with common failure-to-yield patterns, though the report does not explicitly cite Failure to Yield. No other contributing factors are listed for the pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered injuries; vehicle occupants reported no injuries.
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SUV sideswipes cyclist on Liberty Ave▸Aug 21 - Northbound SUV clipped a northbound cyclist on Liberty Ave at 183rd. The bike took the hit. The rider went down, hurt and conscious. Metal wins. Flesh pays. Passing too close in Queens again.
A northbound SUV struck a northbound cyclist at Liberty Ave and 183rd St in Queens. The bicyclist sustained leg injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report the crash involved “Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle, Bike” and listed “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” and “Passing Too Closely.” Driver errors include Passing Too Closely, a classic sideswipe. The SUV showed right-front damage; the bike showed left-side impact, matching a close pass. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The system left little room. The rider paid for it.
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Distracted driver strikes cyclist on Merrick▸Aug 20 - A cyclist riding south on Merrick took the hit. Front of a vehicle smashed the bike’s rear. The rider bled from the arm and shook. A driver was hurt too. Distraction ruled the moment. Queens pavement bore the cost.
A southbound bicyclist on Merrick Blvd at Archer Ave was hit from behind by a vehicle whose front end struck the bike’s rear. The bicyclist sustained arm injuries and bleeding; a vehicle driver was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The report lists driver inattention as the key error. No contributing factors are assigned to the bicyclist. The data show the bike going straight, with impact to the center back of the bicycle and the vehicle’s center front, consistent with a rear-end strike. No helmet or signal issues are cited for the cyclist in the report.
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Permit SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Sedan▸Aug 18 - The driver of a Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The 30-year-old sedan driver suffered a back contusion and was injured. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of a Ford SUV, traveling south on Merrick Blvd, struck the center back end of a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave. The sedan’s 30-year-old driver was injured and complained of a back contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded driver inattention as the causal factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center front to center back; each vehicle carried one occupant. The SUV driver held only a permit and was going straight ahead while the sedan was stopped in traffic. No other contributing factors are listed.
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Mercedes driver rear-ends bicyclist on Hillside▸Aug 16 - A Mercedes driver hit a southbound 20-year-old bicyclist at Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Police listed unsafe speed as a contributing factor.
At Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, a Mercedes driver traveling east hit a southbound bicyclist. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained back injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a "MERZ -CAR/SUV" traveling east and a bike traveling south, with impact to the bicycle’s "Center Back End." The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. Driver error — unsafe speed — led the sequence that put the rider down. Police recorded the bicyclist’s injuries as internal complaint and back injury, and noted ejection and shock.
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E-bike rider hit 7-year-old off roadway▸Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
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Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Sep 12 - A driver hit a 75-year-old man at 168 St and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The man was at the intersection. He suffered a pelvic bruise. The driver’s left-front bumper did the damage.
A driver hit a 75-year-old man at 168 St and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The man was a pedestrian at the intersection. He was conscious. He had a bruise to the abdomen and pelvis. According to the police report, the point of impact was the driver’s left front bumper. The crash was recorded at 1:34 p.m. Police recorded no driver contributing factor in the report. No vehicle make or model was listed. The pedestrian was listed as Injured. No other injuries were noted.
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Bus driver hits parked taxi on Sutphin▸Sep 10 - Southbound bus driver hit a parked taxi on Sutphin at 89 Ave. A 65-year-old woman driving the cab suffered a neck injury. Police recorded driver inattention.
According to the police report, a southbound bus driver going straight on Sutphin Blvd hit a parked taxi near 89 Ave in Queens at 11:55 a.m. on September 10, 2025. The taxi’s 65-year-old woman driver suffered a neck contusion and was conscious. Another woman occupant was listed with unspecified injury. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as a contributing factor. Reported damage included the bus’s right front and the taxi’s left rear quarter. The crash involved a bus and a Jeep SUV taxi. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured.
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Left-turning SUV driver injures woman in Queens▸Sep 8 - A driver in a Dodge SUV turned left at 89 Ave and 169 St and hit a 26-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered hip and leg injuries. The crash came at 8 a.m. in Queens.
At 89 Avenue and 169 Street in Queens, a driver in a 2022 Dodge SUV made a left turn and hit a 26-year-old woman who was in the intersection. She suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious with abrasions. According to the police report, the driver was 'Making Left Turn' and the pedestrian was recorded at the intersection; contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified' for all parties. Police did not record a specific driver error. The crash time was 8:00 a.m.
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Driver rear-ends car on Parsons Boulevard, injures passenger▸Sep 3 - A southbound driver hit the back of a slowing car on Parsons Blvd at 87 Ave in Queens. A right‑rear passenger, 42, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both cars were sedans. Impact was center back to center front.
Two sedans heading south on Parsons Blvd near 87 Ave in Queens crashed. The driver of the front car was slowing or stopping. The trailing driver went straight and hit the center back end of the car ahead, crushing the front of the trailing sedan. A 42-year-old woman riding in the right-rear seat was injured; the report notes a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the driver of a southbound sedan was slowing or stopping when another southbound driver went straight and hit the center back end. Police did not record any driver contributing factors in this crash.
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Sedan clips cyclist on Jamaica Ave▸Aug 30 - Eastbound sedan cut in. Passed too close. Failed to yield. Struck a 27‑year‑old cyclist on Jamaica Avenue. Rider hurt, bleeding, in shock. Car’s right front shows damage. The street bears it too.
A sedan and a bike traveled east on Jamaica Avenue near 145-06. The car’s right front hit the cyclist. The 27-year-old rider was injured, with arm wounds and shock. According to the police report, factors were “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Passing Too Closely,” with “Driver Inattention/Distraction” also noted for involved parties. These driver errors put the cyclist in the path of the car. A 42-year-old woman drove the sedan with three passengers; their injuries were unspecified. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet, listed after the driver errors as recorded.
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Northbound Sedan and Pickup Collide Queens▸Aug 28 - The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of an eastbound pickup collided at 177 St and 93 Ave in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 21-year-old woman had chest pain. A 42-year-old man had shoulder trauma.
The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of an eastbound pickup struck each other at the left front bumpers while both were going straight at 177 St and 93 Ave in Queens. A 21-year-old female driver suffered chest injuries and reported whiplash. A 42-year-old male driver suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and reported whiplash. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unspecified" for all involved. No specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield, Unsafe Speed, or Distraction are recorded. Both drivers were reported using lap belts. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Hits 65-Year-Old▸Aug 27 - A driver eastbound on Jamaica Ave hit a 65-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious with a knee–lower leg–foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver.
A driver traveling east on Jamaica Ave struck a 65-year-old woman in the marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious and suffered a knee-lower leg-foot fracture listed as distorted/dislocated. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" is the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end and it sustained no reported damage. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The record lists the vehicle as an unspecified type, traveling eastbound. Driver errors called out in the data: Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.
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Left-turn sedan hits cyclist on Hillside▸Aug 23 - A left-turning sedan struck a northbound cyclist at Hillside Ave and Homelawn St. The rider went down and was injured. Signals ignored. Metal meets bone. Sirens cut the air in Jamaica.
A sedan turning left from Homelawn Street collided with a northbound bicyclist on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver actions included making a left turn and disregarding traffic control. The bicyclist was also coded with “Traffic Control Disregarded” after those driver errors; helmet use was listed as “None.”
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Left-turn sedan hits woman crossing▸Aug 21 - A westbound sedan turned left on Sutphin and struck a 23-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She went down, bruised and hurting. The car’s nose took her. The driver walked away. Queens street. Usual story.
A 2007 Lincoln sedan traveling west made a left turn at Sutphin Blvd and 89 Ave and struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured and remained conscious with arm injuries and contusions. The listed contributing factors are “Unspecified” for the driver and all parties. The driver’s maneuver—making a left turn with a center-front impact—aligns with common failure-to-yield patterns, though the report does not explicitly cite Failure to Yield. No other contributing factors are listed for the pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered injuries; vehicle occupants reported no injuries.
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SUV sideswipes cyclist on Liberty Ave▸Aug 21 - Northbound SUV clipped a northbound cyclist on Liberty Ave at 183rd. The bike took the hit. The rider went down, hurt and conscious. Metal wins. Flesh pays. Passing too close in Queens again.
A northbound SUV struck a northbound cyclist at Liberty Ave and 183rd St in Queens. The bicyclist sustained leg injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report the crash involved “Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle, Bike” and listed “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” and “Passing Too Closely.” Driver errors include Passing Too Closely, a classic sideswipe. The SUV showed right-front damage; the bike showed left-side impact, matching a close pass. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The system left little room. The rider paid for it.
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Distracted driver strikes cyclist on Merrick▸Aug 20 - A cyclist riding south on Merrick took the hit. Front of a vehicle smashed the bike’s rear. The rider bled from the arm and shook. A driver was hurt too. Distraction ruled the moment. Queens pavement bore the cost.
A southbound bicyclist on Merrick Blvd at Archer Ave was hit from behind by a vehicle whose front end struck the bike’s rear. The bicyclist sustained arm injuries and bleeding; a vehicle driver was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The report lists driver inattention as the key error. No contributing factors are assigned to the bicyclist. The data show the bike going straight, with impact to the center back of the bicycle and the vehicle’s center front, consistent with a rear-end strike. No helmet or signal issues are cited for the cyclist in the report.
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Permit SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Sedan▸Aug 18 - The driver of a Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The 30-year-old sedan driver suffered a back contusion and was injured. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of a Ford SUV, traveling south on Merrick Blvd, struck the center back end of a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave. The sedan’s 30-year-old driver was injured and complained of a back contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded driver inattention as the causal factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center front to center back; each vehicle carried one occupant. The SUV driver held only a permit and was going straight ahead while the sedan was stopped in traffic. No other contributing factors are listed.
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Mercedes driver rear-ends bicyclist on Hillside▸Aug 16 - A Mercedes driver hit a southbound 20-year-old bicyclist at Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Police listed unsafe speed as a contributing factor.
At Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, a Mercedes driver traveling east hit a southbound bicyclist. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained back injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a "MERZ -CAR/SUV" traveling east and a bike traveling south, with impact to the bicycle’s "Center Back End." The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. Driver error — unsafe speed — led the sequence that put the rider down. Police recorded the bicyclist’s injuries as internal complaint and back injury, and noted ejection and shock.
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E-bike rider hit 7-year-old off roadway▸Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
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Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Sep 10 - Southbound bus driver hit a parked taxi on Sutphin at 89 Ave. A 65-year-old woman driving the cab suffered a neck injury. Police recorded driver inattention.
According to the police report, a southbound bus driver going straight on Sutphin Blvd hit a parked taxi near 89 Ave in Queens at 11:55 a.m. on September 10, 2025. The taxi’s 65-year-old woman driver suffered a neck contusion and was conscious. Another woman occupant was listed with unspecified injury. Police recorded Driver Inattention/Distraction as a contributing factor. Reported damage included the bus’s right front and the taxi’s left rear quarter. The crash involved a bus and a Jeep SUV taxi. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed as injured.
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Left-turning SUV driver injures woman in Queens▸Sep 8 - A driver in a Dodge SUV turned left at 89 Ave and 169 St and hit a 26-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered hip and leg injuries. The crash came at 8 a.m. in Queens.
At 89 Avenue and 169 Street in Queens, a driver in a 2022 Dodge SUV made a left turn and hit a 26-year-old woman who was in the intersection. She suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious with abrasions. According to the police report, the driver was 'Making Left Turn' and the pedestrian was recorded at the intersection; contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified' for all parties. Police did not record a specific driver error. The crash time was 8:00 a.m.
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Driver rear-ends car on Parsons Boulevard, injures passenger▸Sep 3 - A southbound driver hit the back of a slowing car on Parsons Blvd at 87 Ave in Queens. A right‑rear passenger, 42, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both cars were sedans. Impact was center back to center front.
Two sedans heading south on Parsons Blvd near 87 Ave in Queens crashed. The driver of the front car was slowing or stopping. The trailing driver went straight and hit the center back end of the car ahead, crushing the front of the trailing sedan. A 42-year-old woman riding in the right-rear seat was injured; the report notes a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the driver of a southbound sedan was slowing or stopping when another southbound driver went straight and hit the center back end. Police did not record any driver contributing factors in this crash.
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Sedan clips cyclist on Jamaica Ave▸Aug 30 - Eastbound sedan cut in. Passed too close. Failed to yield. Struck a 27‑year‑old cyclist on Jamaica Avenue. Rider hurt, bleeding, in shock. Car’s right front shows damage. The street bears it too.
A sedan and a bike traveled east on Jamaica Avenue near 145-06. The car’s right front hit the cyclist. The 27-year-old rider was injured, with arm wounds and shock. According to the police report, factors were “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Passing Too Closely,” with “Driver Inattention/Distraction” also noted for involved parties. These driver errors put the cyclist in the path of the car. A 42-year-old woman drove the sedan with three passengers; their injuries were unspecified. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet, listed after the driver errors as recorded.
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Northbound Sedan and Pickup Collide Queens▸Aug 28 - The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of an eastbound pickup collided at 177 St and 93 Ave in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 21-year-old woman had chest pain. A 42-year-old man had shoulder trauma.
The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of an eastbound pickup struck each other at the left front bumpers while both were going straight at 177 St and 93 Ave in Queens. A 21-year-old female driver suffered chest injuries and reported whiplash. A 42-year-old male driver suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and reported whiplash. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unspecified" for all involved. No specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield, Unsafe Speed, or Distraction are recorded. Both drivers were reported using lap belts. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Hits 65-Year-Old▸Aug 27 - A driver eastbound on Jamaica Ave hit a 65-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious with a knee–lower leg–foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver.
A driver traveling east on Jamaica Ave struck a 65-year-old woman in the marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious and suffered a knee-lower leg-foot fracture listed as distorted/dislocated. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" is the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end and it sustained no reported damage. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The record lists the vehicle as an unspecified type, traveling eastbound. Driver errors called out in the data: Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.
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Left-turn sedan hits cyclist on Hillside▸Aug 23 - A left-turning sedan struck a northbound cyclist at Hillside Ave and Homelawn St. The rider went down and was injured. Signals ignored. Metal meets bone. Sirens cut the air in Jamaica.
A sedan turning left from Homelawn Street collided with a northbound bicyclist on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver actions included making a left turn and disregarding traffic control. The bicyclist was also coded with “Traffic Control Disregarded” after those driver errors; helmet use was listed as “None.”
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Left-turn sedan hits woman crossing▸Aug 21 - A westbound sedan turned left on Sutphin and struck a 23-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She went down, bruised and hurting. The car’s nose took her. The driver walked away. Queens street. Usual story.
A 2007 Lincoln sedan traveling west made a left turn at Sutphin Blvd and 89 Ave and struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured and remained conscious with arm injuries and contusions. The listed contributing factors are “Unspecified” for the driver and all parties. The driver’s maneuver—making a left turn with a center-front impact—aligns with common failure-to-yield patterns, though the report does not explicitly cite Failure to Yield. No other contributing factors are listed for the pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered injuries; vehicle occupants reported no injuries.
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SUV sideswipes cyclist on Liberty Ave▸Aug 21 - Northbound SUV clipped a northbound cyclist on Liberty Ave at 183rd. The bike took the hit. The rider went down, hurt and conscious. Metal wins. Flesh pays. Passing too close in Queens again.
A northbound SUV struck a northbound cyclist at Liberty Ave and 183rd St in Queens. The bicyclist sustained leg injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report the crash involved “Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle, Bike” and listed “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” and “Passing Too Closely.” Driver errors include Passing Too Closely, a classic sideswipe. The SUV showed right-front damage; the bike showed left-side impact, matching a close pass. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The system left little room. The rider paid for it.
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Distracted driver strikes cyclist on Merrick▸Aug 20 - A cyclist riding south on Merrick took the hit. Front of a vehicle smashed the bike’s rear. The rider bled from the arm and shook. A driver was hurt too. Distraction ruled the moment. Queens pavement bore the cost.
A southbound bicyclist on Merrick Blvd at Archer Ave was hit from behind by a vehicle whose front end struck the bike’s rear. The bicyclist sustained arm injuries and bleeding; a vehicle driver was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The report lists driver inattention as the key error. No contributing factors are assigned to the bicyclist. The data show the bike going straight, with impact to the center back of the bicycle and the vehicle’s center front, consistent with a rear-end strike. No helmet or signal issues are cited for the cyclist in the report.
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Permit SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Sedan▸Aug 18 - The driver of a Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The 30-year-old sedan driver suffered a back contusion and was injured. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of a Ford SUV, traveling south on Merrick Blvd, struck the center back end of a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave. The sedan’s 30-year-old driver was injured and complained of a back contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded driver inattention as the causal factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center front to center back; each vehicle carried one occupant. The SUV driver held only a permit and was going straight ahead while the sedan was stopped in traffic. No other contributing factors are listed.
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Mercedes driver rear-ends bicyclist on Hillside▸Aug 16 - A Mercedes driver hit a southbound 20-year-old bicyclist at Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Police listed unsafe speed as a contributing factor.
At Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, a Mercedes driver traveling east hit a southbound bicyclist. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained back injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a "MERZ -CAR/SUV" traveling east and a bike traveling south, with impact to the bicycle’s "Center Back End." The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. Driver error — unsafe speed — led the sequence that put the rider down. Police recorded the bicyclist’s injuries as internal complaint and back injury, and noted ejection and shock.
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E-bike rider hit 7-year-old off roadway▸Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
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Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Sep 8 - A driver in a Dodge SUV turned left at 89 Ave and 169 St and hit a 26-year-old woman in the intersection. She suffered hip and leg injuries. The crash came at 8 a.m. in Queens.
At 89 Avenue and 169 Street in Queens, a driver in a 2022 Dodge SUV made a left turn and hit a 26-year-old woman who was in the intersection. She suffered injuries to her hip and upper leg and was conscious with abrasions. According to the police report, the driver was 'Making Left Turn' and the pedestrian was recorded at the intersection; contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified' for all parties. Police did not record a specific driver error. The crash time was 8:00 a.m.
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Driver rear-ends car on Parsons Boulevard, injures passenger▸Sep 3 - A southbound driver hit the back of a slowing car on Parsons Blvd at 87 Ave in Queens. A right‑rear passenger, 42, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both cars were sedans. Impact was center back to center front.
Two sedans heading south on Parsons Blvd near 87 Ave in Queens crashed. The driver of the front car was slowing or stopping. The trailing driver went straight and hit the center back end of the car ahead, crushing the front of the trailing sedan. A 42-year-old woman riding in the right-rear seat was injured; the report notes a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the driver of a southbound sedan was slowing or stopping when another southbound driver went straight and hit the center back end. Police did not record any driver contributing factors in this crash.
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Sedan clips cyclist on Jamaica Ave▸Aug 30 - Eastbound sedan cut in. Passed too close. Failed to yield. Struck a 27‑year‑old cyclist on Jamaica Avenue. Rider hurt, bleeding, in shock. Car’s right front shows damage. The street bears it too.
A sedan and a bike traveled east on Jamaica Avenue near 145-06. The car’s right front hit the cyclist. The 27-year-old rider was injured, with arm wounds and shock. According to the police report, factors were “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Passing Too Closely,” with “Driver Inattention/Distraction” also noted for involved parties. These driver errors put the cyclist in the path of the car. A 42-year-old woman drove the sedan with three passengers; their injuries were unspecified. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet, listed after the driver errors as recorded.
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Northbound Sedan and Pickup Collide Queens▸Aug 28 - The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of an eastbound pickup collided at 177 St and 93 Ave in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 21-year-old woman had chest pain. A 42-year-old man had shoulder trauma.
The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of an eastbound pickup struck each other at the left front bumpers while both were going straight at 177 St and 93 Ave in Queens. A 21-year-old female driver suffered chest injuries and reported whiplash. A 42-year-old male driver suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and reported whiplash. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unspecified" for all involved. No specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield, Unsafe Speed, or Distraction are recorded. Both drivers were reported using lap belts. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Hits 65-Year-Old▸Aug 27 - A driver eastbound on Jamaica Ave hit a 65-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious with a knee–lower leg–foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver.
A driver traveling east on Jamaica Ave struck a 65-year-old woman in the marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious and suffered a knee-lower leg-foot fracture listed as distorted/dislocated. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" is the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end and it sustained no reported damage. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The record lists the vehicle as an unspecified type, traveling eastbound. Driver errors called out in the data: Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.
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Left-turn sedan hits cyclist on Hillside▸Aug 23 - A left-turning sedan struck a northbound cyclist at Hillside Ave and Homelawn St. The rider went down and was injured. Signals ignored. Metal meets bone. Sirens cut the air in Jamaica.
A sedan turning left from Homelawn Street collided with a northbound bicyclist on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver actions included making a left turn and disregarding traffic control. The bicyclist was also coded with “Traffic Control Disregarded” after those driver errors; helmet use was listed as “None.”
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Left-turn sedan hits woman crossing▸Aug 21 - A westbound sedan turned left on Sutphin and struck a 23-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She went down, bruised and hurting. The car’s nose took her. The driver walked away. Queens street. Usual story.
A 2007 Lincoln sedan traveling west made a left turn at Sutphin Blvd and 89 Ave and struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured and remained conscious with arm injuries and contusions. The listed contributing factors are “Unspecified” for the driver and all parties. The driver’s maneuver—making a left turn with a center-front impact—aligns with common failure-to-yield patterns, though the report does not explicitly cite Failure to Yield. No other contributing factors are listed for the pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered injuries; vehicle occupants reported no injuries.
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SUV sideswipes cyclist on Liberty Ave▸Aug 21 - Northbound SUV clipped a northbound cyclist on Liberty Ave at 183rd. The bike took the hit. The rider went down, hurt and conscious. Metal wins. Flesh pays. Passing too close in Queens again.
A northbound SUV struck a northbound cyclist at Liberty Ave and 183rd St in Queens. The bicyclist sustained leg injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report the crash involved “Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle, Bike” and listed “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” and “Passing Too Closely.” Driver errors include Passing Too Closely, a classic sideswipe. The SUV showed right-front damage; the bike showed left-side impact, matching a close pass. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The system left little room. The rider paid for it.
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Distracted driver strikes cyclist on Merrick▸Aug 20 - A cyclist riding south on Merrick took the hit. Front of a vehicle smashed the bike’s rear. The rider bled from the arm and shook. A driver was hurt too. Distraction ruled the moment. Queens pavement bore the cost.
A southbound bicyclist on Merrick Blvd at Archer Ave was hit from behind by a vehicle whose front end struck the bike’s rear. The bicyclist sustained arm injuries and bleeding; a vehicle driver was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The report lists driver inattention as the key error. No contributing factors are assigned to the bicyclist. The data show the bike going straight, with impact to the center back of the bicycle and the vehicle’s center front, consistent with a rear-end strike. No helmet or signal issues are cited for the cyclist in the report.
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Permit SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Sedan▸Aug 18 - The driver of a Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The 30-year-old sedan driver suffered a back contusion and was injured. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of a Ford SUV, traveling south on Merrick Blvd, struck the center back end of a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave. The sedan’s 30-year-old driver was injured and complained of a back contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded driver inattention as the causal factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center front to center back; each vehicle carried one occupant. The SUV driver held only a permit and was going straight ahead while the sedan was stopped in traffic. No other contributing factors are listed.
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Mercedes driver rear-ends bicyclist on Hillside▸Aug 16 - A Mercedes driver hit a southbound 20-year-old bicyclist at Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Police listed unsafe speed as a contributing factor.
At Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, a Mercedes driver traveling east hit a southbound bicyclist. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained back injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a "MERZ -CAR/SUV" traveling east and a bike traveling south, with impact to the bicycle’s "Center Back End." The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. Driver error — unsafe speed — led the sequence that put the rider down. Police recorded the bicyclist’s injuries as internal complaint and back injury, and noted ejection and shock.
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E-bike rider hit 7-year-old off roadway▸Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
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Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Sep 3 - A southbound driver hit the back of a slowing car on Parsons Blvd at 87 Ave in Queens. A right‑rear passenger, 42, suffered a head injury and whiplash. Both cars were sedans. Impact was center back to center front.
Two sedans heading south on Parsons Blvd near 87 Ave in Queens crashed. The driver of the front car was slowing or stopping. The trailing driver went straight and hit the center back end of the car ahead, crushing the front of the trailing sedan. A 42-year-old woman riding in the right-rear seat was injured; the report notes a head injury and whiplash. According to the police report, the driver of a southbound sedan was slowing or stopping when another southbound driver went straight and hit the center back end. Police did not record any driver contributing factors in this crash.
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Sedan clips cyclist on Jamaica Ave▸Aug 30 - Eastbound sedan cut in. Passed too close. Failed to yield. Struck a 27‑year‑old cyclist on Jamaica Avenue. Rider hurt, bleeding, in shock. Car’s right front shows damage. The street bears it too.
A sedan and a bike traveled east on Jamaica Avenue near 145-06. The car’s right front hit the cyclist. The 27-year-old rider was injured, with arm wounds and shock. According to the police report, factors were “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Passing Too Closely,” with “Driver Inattention/Distraction” also noted for involved parties. These driver errors put the cyclist in the path of the car. A 42-year-old woman drove the sedan with three passengers; their injuries were unspecified. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet, listed after the driver errors as recorded.
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Northbound Sedan and Pickup Collide Queens▸Aug 28 - The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of an eastbound pickup collided at 177 St and 93 Ave in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 21-year-old woman had chest pain. A 42-year-old man had shoulder trauma.
The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of an eastbound pickup struck each other at the left front bumpers while both were going straight at 177 St and 93 Ave in Queens. A 21-year-old female driver suffered chest injuries and reported whiplash. A 42-year-old male driver suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and reported whiplash. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unspecified" for all involved. No specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield, Unsafe Speed, or Distraction are recorded. Both drivers were reported using lap belts. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Hits 65-Year-Old▸Aug 27 - A driver eastbound on Jamaica Ave hit a 65-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious with a knee–lower leg–foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver.
A driver traveling east on Jamaica Ave struck a 65-year-old woman in the marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious and suffered a knee-lower leg-foot fracture listed as distorted/dislocated. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" is the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end and it sustained no reported damage. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The record lists the vehicle as an unspecified type, traveling eastbound. Driver errors called out in the data: Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.
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Left-turn sedan hits cyclist on Hillside▸Aug 23 - A left-turning sedan struck a northbound cyclist at Hillside Ave and Homelawn St. The rider went down and was injured. Signals ignored. Metal meets bone. Sirens cut the air in Jamaica.
A sedan turning left from Homelawn Street collided with a northbound bicyclist on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver actions included making a left turn and disregarding traffic control. The bicyclist was also coded with “Traffic Control Disregarded” after those driver errors; helmet use was listed as “None.”
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Left-turn sedan hits woman crossing▸Aug 21 - A westbound sedan turned left on Sutphin and struck a 23-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She went down, bruised and hurting. The car’s nose took her. The driver walked away. Queens street. Usual story.
A 2007 Lincoln sedan traveling west made a left turn at Sutphin Blvd and 89 Ave and struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured and remained conscious with arm injuries and contusions. The listed contributing factors are “Unspecified” for the driver and all parties. The driver’s maneuver—making a left turn with a center-front impact—aligns with common failure-to-yield patterns, though the report does not explicitly cite Failure to Yield. No other contributing factors are listed for the pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered injuries; vehicle occupants reported no injuries.
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SUV sideswipes cyclist on Liberty Ave▸Aug 21 - Northbound SUV clipped a northbound cyclist on Liberty Ave at 183rd. The bike took the hit. The rider went down, hurt and conscious. Metal wins. Flesh pays. Passing too close in Queens again.
A northbound SUV struck a northbound cyclist at Liberty Ave and 183rd St in Queens. The bicyclist sustained leg injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report the crash involved “Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle, Bike” and listed “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” and “Passing Too Closely.” Driver errors include Passing Too Closely, a classic sideswipe. The SUV showed right-front damage; the bike showed left-side impact, matching a close pass. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The system left little room. The rider paid for it.
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Distracted driver strikes cyclist on Merrick▸Aug 20 - A cyclist riding south on Merrick took the hit. Front of a vehicle smashed the bike’s rear. The rider bled from the arm and shook. A driver was hurt too. Distraction ruled the moment. Queens pavement bore the cost.
A southbound bicyclist on Merrick Blvd at Archer Ave was hit from behind by a vehicle whose front end struck the bike’s rear. The bicyclist sustained arm injuries and bleeding; a vehicle driver was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The report lists driver inattention as the key error. No contributing factors are assigned to the bicyclist. The data show the bike going straight, with impact to the center back of the bicycle and the vehicle’s center front, consistent with a rear-end strike. No helmet or signal issues are cited for the cyclist in the report.
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Permit SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Sedan▸Aug 18 - The driver of a Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The 30-year-old sedan driver suffered a back contusion and was injured. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of a Ford SUV, traveling south on Merrick Blvd, struck the center back end of a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave. The sedan’s 30-year-old driver was injured and complained of a back contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded driver inattention as the causal factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center front to center back; each vehicle carried one occupant. The SUV driver held only a permit and was going straight ahead while the sedan was stopped in traffic. No other contributing factors are listed.
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Mercedes driver rear-ends bicyclist on Hillside▸Aug 16 - A Mercedes driver hit a southbound 20-year-old bicyclist at Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Police listed unsafe speed as a contributing factor.
At Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, a Mercedes driver traveling east hit a southbound bicyclist. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained back injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a "MERZ -CAR/SUV" traveling east and a bike traveling south, with impact to the bicycle’s "Center Back End." The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. Driver error — unsafe speed — led the sequence that put the rider down. Police recorded the bicyclist’s injuries as internal complaint and back injury, and noted ejection and shock.
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E-bike rider hit 7-year-old off roadway▸Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
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Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 30 - Eastbound sedan cut in. Passed too close. Failed to yield. Struck a 27‑year‑old cyclist on Jamaica Avenue. Rider hurt, bleeding, in shock. Car’s right front shows damage. The street bears it too.
A sedan and a bike traveled east on Jamaica Avenue near 145-06. The car’s right front hit the cyclist. The 27-year-old rider was injured, with arm wounds and shock. According to the police report, factors were “Failure to Yield Right-of-Way” and “Passing Too Closely,” with “Driver Inattention/Distraction” also noted for involved parties. These driver errors put the cyclist in the path of the car. A 42-year-old woman drove the sedan with three passengers; their injuries were unspecified. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet, listed after the driver errors as recorded.
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Northbound Sedan and Pickup Collide Queens▸Aug 28 - The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of an eastbound pickup collided at 177 St and 93 Ave in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 21-year-old woman had chest pain. A 42-year-old man had shoulder trauma.
The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of an eastbound pickup struck each other at the left front bumpers while both were going straight at 177 St and 93 Ave in Queens. A 21-year-old female driver suffered chest injuries and reported whiplash. A 42-year-old male driver suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and reported whiplash. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unspecified" for all involved. No specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield, Unsafe Speed, or Distraction are recorded. Both drivers were reported using lap belts. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Hits 65-Year-Old▸Aug 27 - A driver eastbound on Jamaica Ave hit a 65-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious with a knee–lower leg–foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver.
A driver traveling east on Jamaica Ave struck a 65-year-old woman in the marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious and suffered a knee-lower leg-foot fracture listed as distorted/dislocated. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" is the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end and it sustained no reported damage. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The record lists the vehicle as an unspecified type, traveling eastbound. Driver errors called out in the data: Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.
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Left-turn sedan hits cyclist on Hillside▸Aug 23 - A left-turning sedan struck a northbound cyclist at Hillside Ave and Homelawn St. The rider went down and was injured. Signals ignored. Metal meets bone. Sirens cut the air in Jamaica.
A sedan turning left from Homelawn Street collided with a northbound bicyclist on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver actions included making a left turn and disregarding traffic control. The bicyclist was also coded with “Traffic Control Disregarded” after those driver errors; helmet use was listed as “None.”
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Left-turn sedan hits woman crossing▸Aug 21 - A westbound sedan turned left on Sutphin and struck a 23-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She went down, bruised and hurting. The car’s nose took her. The driver walked away. Queens street. Usual story.
A 2007 Lincoln sedan traveling west made a left turn at Sutphin Blvd and 89 Ave and struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured and remained conscious with arm injuries and contusions. The listed contributing factors are “Unspecified” for the driver and all parties. The driver’s maneuver—making a left turn with a center-front impact—aligns with common failure-to-yield patterns, though the report does not explicitly cite Failure to Yield. No other contributing factors are listed for the pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered injuries; vehicle occupants reported no injuries.
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SUV sideswipes cyclist on Liberty Ave▸Aug 21 - Northbound SUV clipped a northbound cyclist on Liberty Ave at 183rd. The bike took the hit. The rider went down, hurt and conscious. Metal wins. Flesh pays. Passing too close in Queens again.
A northbound SUV struck a northbound cyclist at Liberty Ave and 183rd St in Queens. The bicyclist sustained leg injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report the crash involved “Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle, Bike” and listed “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” and “Passing Too Closely.” Driver errors include Passing Too Closely, a classic sideswipe. The SUV showed right-front damage; the bike showed left-side impact, matching a close pass. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The system left little room. The rider paid for it.
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Distracted driver strikes cyclist on Merrick▸Aug 20 - A cyclist riding south on Merrick took the hit. Front of a vehicle smashed the bike’s rear. The rider bled from the arm and shook. A driver was hurt too. Distraction ruled the moment. Queens pavement bore the cost.
A southbound bicyclist on Merrick Blvd at Archer Ave was hit from behind by a vehicle whose front end struck the bike’s rear. The bicyclist sustained arm injuries and bleeding; a vehicle driver was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The report lists driver inattention as the key error. No contributing factors are assigned to the bicyclist. The data show the bike going straight, with impact to the center back of the bicycle and the vehicle’s center front, consistent with a rear-end strike. No helmet or signal issues are cited for the cyclist in the report.
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Permit SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Sedan▸Aug 18 - The driver of a Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The 30-year-old sedan driver suffered a back contusion and was injured. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of a Ford SUV, traveling south on Merrick Blvd, struck the center back end of a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave. The sedan’s 30-year-old driver was injured and complained of a back contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded driver inattention as the causal factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center front to center back; each vehicle carried one occupant. The SUV driver held only a permit and was going straight ahead while the sedan was stopped in traffic. No other contributing factors are listed.
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Mercedes driver rear-ends bicyclist on Hillside▸Aug 16 - A Mercedes driver hit a southbound 20-year-old bicyclist at Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Police listed unsafe speed as a contributing factor.
At Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, a Mercedes driver traveling east hit a southbound bicyclist. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained back injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a "MERZ -CAR/SUV" traveling east and a bike traveling south, with impact to the bicycle’s "Center Back End." The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. Driver error — unsafe speed — led the sequence that put the rider down. Police recorded the bicyclist’s injuries as internal complaint and back injury, and noted ejection and shock.
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E-bike rider hit 7-year-old off roadway▸Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 28 - The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of an eastbound pickup collided at 177 St and 93 Ave in Queens. Both drivers were injured. A 21-year-old woman had chest pain. A 42-year-old man had shoulder trauma.
The driver of a northbound sedan and the driver of an eastbound pickup struck each other at the left front bumpers while both were going straight at 177 St and 93 Ave in Queens. A 21-year-old female driver suffered chest injuries and reported whiplash. A 42-year-old male driver suffered shoulder and upper-arm injuries and reported whiplash. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unspecified" for all involved. No specific driver errors such as Failure to Yield, Unsafe Speed, or Distraction are recorded. Both drivers were reported using lap belts. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.
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Driver Fails to Yield, Hits 65-Year-Old▸Aug 27 - A driver eastbound on Jamaica Ave hit a 65-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious with a knee–lower leg–foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver.
A driver traveling east on Jamaica Ave struck a 65-year-old woman in the marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious and suffered a knee-lower leg-foot fracture listed as distorted/dislocated. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" is the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end and it sustained no reported damage. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The record lists the vehicle as an unspecified type, traveling eastbound. Driver errors called out in the data: Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.
23
Left-turn sedan hits cyclist on Hillside▸Aug 23 - A left-turning sedan struck a northbound cyclist at Hillside Ave and Homelawn St. The rider went down and was injured. Signals ignored. Metal meets bone. Sirens cut the air in Jamaica.
A sedan turning left from Homelawn Street collided with a northbound bicyclist on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver actions included making a left turn and disregarding traffic control. The bicyclist was also coded with “Traffic Control Disregarded” after those driver errors; helmet use was listed as “None.”
21
Left-turn sedan hits woman crossing▸Aug 21 - A westbound sedan turned left on Sutphin and struck a 23-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She went down, bruised and hurting. The car’s nose took her. The driver walked away. Queens street. Usual story.
A 2007 Lincoln sedan traveling west made a left turn at Sutphin Blvd and 89 Ave and struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured and remained conscious with arm injuries and contusions. The listed contributing factors are “Unspecified” for the driver and all parties. The driver’s maneuver—making a left turn with a center-front impact—aligns with common failure-to-yield patterns, though the report does not explicitly cite Failure to Yield. No other contributing factors are listed for the pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered injuries; vehicle occupants reported no injuries.
21
SUV sideswipes cyclist on Liberty Ave▸Aug 21 - Northbound SUV clipped a northbound cyclist on Liberty Ave at 183rd. The bike took the hit. The rider went down, hurt and conscious. Metal wins. Flesh pays. Passing too close in Queens again.
A northbound SUV struck a northbound cyclist at Liberty Ave and 183rd St in Queens. The bicyclist sustained leg injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report the crash involved “Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle, Bike” and listed “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” and “Passing Too Closely.” Driver errors include Passing Too Closely, a classic sideswipe. The SUV showed right-front damage; the bike showed left-side impact, matching a close pass. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The system left little room. The rider paid for it.
20
Distracted driver strikes cyclist on Merrick▸Aug 20 - A cyclist riding south on Merrick took the hit. Front of a vehicle smashed the bike’s rear. The rider bled from the arm and shook. A driver was hurt too. Distraction ruled the moment. Queens pavement bore the cost.
A southbound bicyclist on Merrick Blvd at Archer Ave was hit from behind by a vehicle whose front end struck the bike’s rear. The bicyclist sustained arm injuries and bleeding; a vehicle driver was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The report lists driver inattention as the key error. No contributing factors are assigned to the bicyclist. The data show the bike going straight, with impact to the center back of the bicycle and the vehicle’s center front, consistent with a rear-end strike. No helmet or signal issues are cited for the cyclist in the report.
18
Permit SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Sedan▸Aug 18 - The driver of a Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The 30-year-old sedan driver suffered a back contusion and was injured. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of a Ford SUV, traveling south on Merrick Blvd, struck the center back end of a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave. The sedan’s 30-year-old driver was injured and complained of a back contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded driver inattention as the causal factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center front to center back; each vehicle carried one occupant. The SUV driver held only a permit and was going straight ahead while the sedan was stopped in traffic. No other contributing factors are listed.
16
Mercedes driver rear-ends bicyclist on Hillside▸Aug 16 - A Mercedes driver hit a southbound 20-year-old bicyclist at Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Police listed unsafe speed as a contributing factor.
At Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, a Mercedes driver traveling east hit a southbound bicyclist. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained back injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a "MERZ -CAR/SUV" traveling east and a bike traveling south, with impact to the bicycle’s "Center Back End." The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. Driver error — unsafe speed — led the sequence that put the rider down. Police recorded the bicyclist’s injuries as internal complaint and back injury, and noted ejection and shock.
16
E-bike rider hit 7-year-old off roadway▸Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 27 - A driver eastbound on Jamaica Ave hit a 65-year-old woman in a marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious with a knee–lower leg–foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way by the driver.
A driver traveling east on Jamaica Ave struck a 65-year-old woman in the marked crosswalk at 162 St. She was conscious and suffered a knee-lower leg-foot fracture listed as distorted/dislocated. According to the police report, "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" is the contributing factor. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. The vehicle's point of impact was the center front end and it sustained no reported damage. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The record lists the vehicle as an unspecified type, traveling eastbound. Driver errors called out in the data: Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.
23
Left-turn sedan hits cyclist on Hillside▸Aug 23 - A left-turning sedan struck a northbound cyclist at Hillside Ave and Homelawn St. The rider went down and was injured. Signals ignored. Metal meets bone. Sirens cut the air in Jamaica.
A sedan turning left from Homelawn Street collided with a northbound bicyclist on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver actions included making a left turn and disregarding traffic control. The bicyclist was also coded with “Traffic Control Disregarded” after those driver errors; helmet use was listed as “None.”
21
Left-turn sedan hits woman crossing▸Aug 21 - A westbound sedan turned left on Sutphin and struck a 23-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She went down, bruised and hurting. The car’s nose took her. The driver walked away. Queens street. Usual story.
A 2007 Lincoln sedan traveling west made a left turn at Sutphin Blvd and 89 Ave and struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured and remained conscious with arm injuries and contusions. The listed contributing factors are “Unspecified” for the driver and all parties. The driver’s maneuver—making a left turn with a center-front impact—aligns with common failure-to-yield patterns, though the report does not explicitly cite Failure to Yield. No other contributing factors are listed for the pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered injuries; vehicle occupants reported no injuries.
21
SUV sideswipes cyclist on Liberty Ave▸Aug 21 - Northbound SUV clipped a northbound cyclist on Liberty Ave at 183rd. The bike took the hit. The rider went down, hurt and conscious. Metal wins. Flesh pays. Passing too close in Queens again.
A northbound SUV struck a northbound cyclist at Liberty Ave and 183rd St in Queens. The bicyclist sustained leg injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report the crash involved “Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle, Bike” and listed “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” and “Passing Too Closely.” Driver errors include Passing Too Closely, a classic sideswipe. The SUV showed right-front damage; the bike showed left-side impact, matching a close pass. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The system left little room. The rider paid for it.
20
Distracted driver strikes cyclist on Merrick▸Aug 20 - A cyclist riding south on Merrick took the hit. Front of a vehicle smashed the bike’s rear. The rider bled from the arm and shook. A driver was hurt too. Distraction ruled the moment. Queens pavement bore the cost.
A southbound bicyclist on Merrick Blvd at Archer Ave was hit from behind by a vehicle whose front end struck the bike’s rear. The bicyclist sustained arm injuries and bleeding; a vehicle driver was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The report lists driver inattention as the key error. No contributing factors are assigned to the bicyclist. The data show the bike going straight, with impact to the center back of the bicycle and the vehicle’s center front, consistent with a rear-end strike. No helmet or signal issues are cited for the cyclist in the report.
18
Permit SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Sedan▸Aug 18 - The driver of a Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The 30-year-old sedan driver suffered a back contusion and was injured. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of a Ford SUV, traveling south on Merrick Blvd, struck the center back end of a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave. The sedan’s 30-year-old driver was injured and complained of a back contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded driver inattention as the causal factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center front to center back; each vehicle carried one occupant. The SUV driver held only a permit and was going straight ahead while the sedan was stopped in traffic. No other contributing factors are listed.
16
Mercedes driver rear-ends bicyclist on Hillside▸Aug 16 - A Mercedes driver hit a southbound 20-year-old bicyclist at Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Police listed unsafe speed as a contributing factor.
At Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, a Mercedes driver traveling east hit a southbound bicyclist. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained back injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a "MERZ -CAR/SUV" traveling east and a bike traveling south, with impact to the bicycle’s "Center Back End." The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. Driver error — unsafe speed — led the sequence that put the rider down. Police recorded the bicyclist’s injuries as internal complaint and back injury, and noted ejection and shock.
16
E-bike rider hit 7-year-old off roadway▸Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
-
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 23 - A left-turning sedan struck a northbound cyclist at Hillside Ave and Homelawn St. The rider went down and was injured. Signals ignored. Metal meets bone. Sirens cut the air in Jamaica.
A sedan turning left from Homelawn Street collided with a northbound bicyclist on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The cyclist, a 24-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and a contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Traffic Control Disregarded.” Driver actions included making a left turn and disregarding traffic control. The bicyclist was also coded with “Traffic Control Disregarded” after those driver errors; helmet use was listed as “None.”
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Left-turn sedan hits woman crossing▸Aug 21 - A westbound sedan turned left on Sutphin and struck a 23-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She went down, bruised and hurting. The car’s nose took her. The driver walked away. Queens street. Usual story.
A 2007 Lincoln sedan traveling west made a left turn at Sutphin Blvd and 89 Ave and struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured and remained conscious with arm injuries and contusions. The listed contributing factors are “Unspecified” for the driver and all parties. The driver’s maneuver—making a left turn with a center-front impact—aligns with common failure-to-yield patterns, though the report does not explicitly cite Failure to Yield. No other contributing factors are listed for the pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered injuries; vehicle occupants reported no injuries.
21
SUV sideswipes cyclist on Liberty Ave▸Aug 21 - Northbound SUV clipped a northbound cyclist on Liberty Ave at 183rd. The bike took the hit. The rider went down, hurt and conscious. Metal wins. Flesh pays. Passing too close in Queens again.
A northbound SUV struck a northbound cyclist at Liberty Ave and 183rd St in Queens. The bicyclist sustained leg injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report the crash involved “Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle, Bike” and listed “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” and “Passing Too Closely.” Driver errors include Passing Too Closely, a classic sideswipe. The SUV showed right-front damage; the bike showed left-side impact, matching a close pass. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The system left little room. The rider paid for it.
20
Distracted driver strikes cyclist on Merrick▸Aug 20 - A cyclist riding south on Merrick took the hit. Front of a vehicle smashed the bike’s rear. The rider bled from the arm and shook. A driver was hurt too. Distraction ruled the moment. Queens pavement bore the cost.
A southbound bicyclist on Merrick Blvd at Archer Ave was hit from behind by a vehicle whose front end struck the bike’s rear. The bicyclist sustained arm injuries and bleeding; a vehicle driver was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The report lists driver inattention as the key error. No contributing factors are assigned to the bicyclist. The data show the bike going straight, with impact to the center back of the bicycle and the vehicle’s center front, consistent with a rear-end strike. No helmet or signal issues are cited for the cyclist in the report.
18
Permit SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Sedan▸Aug 18 - The driver of a Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The 30-year-old sedan driver suffered a back contusion and was injured. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of a Ford SUV, traveling south on Merrick Blvd, struck the center back end of a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave. The sedan’s 30-year-old driver was injured and complained of a back contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded driver inattention as the causal factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center front to center back; each vehicle carried one occupant. The SUV driver held only a permit and was going straight ahead while the sedan was stopped in traffic. No other contributing factors are listed.
16
Mercedes driver rear-ends bicyclist on Hillside▸Aug 16 - A Mercedes driver hit a southbound 20-year-old bicyclist at Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Police listed unsafe speed as a contributing factor.
At Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, a Mercedes driver traveling east hit a southbound bicyclist. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained back injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a "MERZ -CAR/SUV" traveling east and a bike traveling south, with impact to the bicycle’s "Center Back End." The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. Driver error — unsafe speed — led the sequence that put the rider down. Police recorded the bicyclist’s injuries as internal complaint and back injury, and noted ejection and shock.
16
E-bike rider hit 7-year-old off roadway▸Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 21 - A westbound sedan turned left on Sutphin and struck a 23-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She went down, bruised and hurting. The car’s nose took her. The driver walked away. Queens street. Usual story.
A 2007 Lincoln sedan traveling west made a left turn at Sutphin Blvd and 89 Ave and struck a 23-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian was injured and remained conscious with arm injuries and contusions. The listed contributing factors are “Unspecified” for the driver and all parties. The driver’s maneuver—making a left turn with a center-front impact—aligns with common failure-to-yield patterns, though the report does not explicitly cite Failure to Yield. No other contributing factors are listed for the pedestrian. The pedestrian suffered injuries; vehicle occupants reported no injuries.
21
SUV sideswipes cyclist on Liberty Ave▸Aug 21 - Northbound SUV clipped a northbound cyclist on Liberty Ave at 183rd. The bike took the hit. The rider went down, hurt and conscious. Metal wins. Flesh pays. Passing too close in Queens again.
A northbound SUV struck a northbound cyclist at Liberty Ave and 183rd St in Queens. The bicyclist sustained leg injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report the crash involved “Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle, Bike” and listed “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” and “Passing Too Closely.” Driver errors include Passing Too Closely, a classic sideswipe. The SUV showed right-front damage; the bike showed left-side impact, matching a close pass. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The system left little room. The rider paid for it.
20
Distracted driver strikes cyclist on Merrick▸Aug 20 - A cyclist riding south on Merrick took the hit. Front of a vehicle smashed the bike’s rear. The rider bled from the arm and shook. A driver was hurt too. Distraction ruled the moment. Queens pavement bore the cost.
A southbound bicyclist on Merrick Blvd at Archer Ave was hit from behind by a vehicle whose front end struck the bike’s rear. The bicyclist sustained arm injuries and bleeding; a vehicle driver was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The report lists driver inattention as the key error. No contributing factors are assigned to the bicyclist. The data show the bike going straight, with impact to the center back of the bicycle and the vehicle’s center front, consistent with a rear-end strike. No helmet or signal issues are cited for the cyclist in the report.
18
Permit SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Sedan▸Aug 18 - The driver of a Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The 30-year-old sedan driver suffered a back contusion and was injured. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of a Ford SUV, traveling south on Merrick Blvd, struck the center back end of a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave. The sedan’s 30-year-old driver was injured and complained of a back contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded driver inattention as the causal factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center front to center back; each vehicle carried one occupant. The SUV driver held only a permit and was going straight ahead while the sedan was stopped in traffic. No other contributing factors are listed.
16
Mercedes driver rear-ends bicyclist on Hillside▸Aug 16 - A Mercedes driver hit a southbound 20-year-old bicyclist at Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Police listed unsafe speed as a contributing factor.
At Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, a Mercedes driver traveling east hit a southbound bicyclist. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained back injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a "MERZ -CAR/SUV" traveling east and a bike traveling south, with impact to the bicycle’s "Center Back End." The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. Driver error — unsafe speed — led the sequence that put the rider down. Police recorded the bicyclist’s injuries as internal complaint and back injury, and noted ejection and shock.
16
E-bike rider hit 7-year-old off roadway▸Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
-
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 21 - Northbound SUV clipped a northbound cyclist on Liberty Ave at 183rd. The bike took the hit. The rider went down, hurt and conscious. Metal wins. Flesh pays. Passing too close in Queens again.
A northbound SUV struck a northbound cyclist at Liberty Ave and 183rd St in Queens. The bicyclist sustained leg injuries and abrasions and remained conscious. According to the police report the crash involved “Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle, Bike” and listed “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion” and “Passing Too Closely.” Driver errors include Passing Too Closely, a classic sideswipe. The SUV showed right-front damage; the bike showed left-side impact, matching a close pass. The report notes the cyclist wore a helmet. No pedestrians were reported hurt. The system left little room. The rider paid for it.
20
Distracted driver strikes cyclist on Merrick▸Aug 20 - A cyclist riding south on Merrick took the hit. Front of a vehicle smashed the bike’s rear. The rider bled from the arm and shook. A driver was hurt too. Distraction ruled the moment. Queens pavement bore the cost.
A southbound bicyclist on Merrick Blvd at Archer Ave was hit from behind by a vehicle whose front end struck the bike’s rear. The bicyclist sustained arm injuries and bleeding; a vehicle driver was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The report lists driver inattention as the key error. No contributing factors are assigned to the bicyclist. The data show the bike going straight, with impact to the center back of the bicycle and the vehicle’s center front, consistent with a rear-end strike. No helmet or signal issues are cited for the cyclist in the report.
18
Permit SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Sedan▸Aug 18 - The driver of a Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The 30-year-old sedan driver suffered a back contusion and was injured. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of a Ford SUV, traveling south on Merrick Blvd, struck the center back end of a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave. The sedan’s 30-year-old driver was injured and complained of a back contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded driver inattention as the causal factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center front to center back; each vehicle carried one occupant. The SUV driver held only a permit and was going straight ahead while the sedan was stopped in traffic. No other contributing factors are listed.
16
Mercedes driver rear-ends bicyclist on Hillside▸Aug 16 - A Mercedes driver hit a southbound 20-year-old bicyclist at Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Police listed unsafe speed as a contributing factor.
At Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, a Mercedes driver traveling east hit a southbound bicyclist. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained back injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a "MERZ -CAR/SUV" traveling east and a bike traveling south, with impact to the bicycle’s "Center Back End." The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. Driver error — unsafe speed — led the sequence that put the rider down. Police recorded the bicyclist’s injuries as internal complaint and back injury, and noted ejection and shock.
16
E-bike rider hit 7-year-old off roadway▸Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
-
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 20 - A cyclist riding south on Merrick took the hit. Front of a vehicle smashed the bike’s rear. The rider bled from the arm and shook. A driver was hurt too. Distraction ruled the moment. Queens pavement bore the cost.
A southbound bicyclist on Merrick Blvd at Archer Ave was hit from behind by a vehicle whose front end struck the bike’s rear. The bicyclist sustained arm injuries and bleeding; a vehicle driver was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” The report lists driver inattention as the key error. No contributing factors are assigned to the bicyclist. The data show the bike going straight, with impact to the center back of the bicycle and the vehicle’s center front, consistent with a rear-end strike. No helmet or signal issues are cited for the cyclist in the report.
18
Permit SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Sedan▸Aug 18 - The driver of a Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The 30-year-old sedan driver suffered a back contusion and was injured. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of a Ford SUV, traveling south on Merrick Blvd, struck the center back end of a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave. The sedan’s 30-year-old driver was injured and complained of a back contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded driver inattention as the causal factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center front to center back; each vehicle carried one occupant. The SUV driver held only a permit and was going straight ahead while the sedan was stopped in traffic. No other contributing factors are listed.
16
Mercedes driver rear-ends bicyclist on Hillside▸Aug 16 - A Mercedes driver hit a southbound 20-year-old bicyclist at Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Police listed unsafe speed as a contributing factor.
At Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, a Mercedes driver traveling east hit a southbound bicyclist. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained back injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a "MERZ -CAR/SUV" traveling east and a bike traveling south, with impact to the bicycle’s "Center Back End." The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. Driver error — unsafe speed — led the sequence that put the rider down. Police recorded the bicyclist’s injuries as internal complaint and back injury, and noted ejection and shock.
16
E-bike rider hit 7-year-old off roadway▸Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
-
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 18 - The driver of a Ford SUV rear-ended a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave in Queens. The 30-year-old sedan driver suffered a back contusion and was injured. Police cited driver inattention.
The driver of a Ford SUV, traveling south on Merrick Blvd, struck the center back end of a stopped Infiniti sedan at Merrick Blvd and Jamaica Ave. The sedan’s 30-year-old driver was injured and complained of a back contusion. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." Police recorded driver inattention as the causal factor. The SUV struck the sedan at the center front to center back; each vehicle carried one occupant. The SUV driver held only a permit and was going straight ahead while the sedan was stopped in traffic. No other contributing factors are listed.
16
Mercedes driver rear-ends bicyclist on Hillside▸Aug 16 - A Mercedes driver hit a southbound 20-year-old bicyclist at Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Police listed unsafe speed as a contributing factor.
At Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, a Mercedes driver traveling east hit a southbound bicyclist. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained back injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a "MERZ -CAR/SUV" traveling east and a bike traveling south, with impact to the bicycle’s "Center Back End." The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. Driver error — unsafe speed — led the sequence that put the rider down. Police recorded the bicyclist’s injuries as internal complaint and back injury, and noted ejection and shock.
16
E-bike rider hit 7-year-old off roadway▸Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
-
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 16 - A Mercedes driver hit a southbound 20-year-old bicyclist at Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd. The rider was ejected and suffered back injuries and shock. Police listed unsafe speed as a contributing factor.
At Hillside Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, a Mercedes driver traveling east hit a southbound bicyclist. The 20-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and sustained back injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a "MERZ -CAR/SUV" traveling east and a bike traveling south, with impact to the bicycle’s "Center Back End." The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. Driver error — unsafe speed — led the sequence that put the rider down. Police recorded the bicyclist’s injuries as internal complaint and back injury, and noted ejection and shock.
16
E-bike rider hit 7-year-old off roadway▸Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
-
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 16 - An e-bike rider hit a 7-year-old boy off the roadway near 88-19 170 St in Queens. The child was injured, suffering a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture. Police recorded Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Unsafe Speed.
The e-bike rider was traveling south and went straight near 88-19 170 St in Queens. He struck a 7-year-old boy who was not in the roadway. The child suffered a knee-lower-leg-foot fracture and was listed injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" and "Unsafe Speed." Police recorded failure to yield by the rider and unsafe speed as driver errors. The e-bike's point of impact was the center front end. No other injuries were reported.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
-
File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
-
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 14 - Council moves to hit rogue vans hard. A checklist. Max fines for each breach. TLC, NYPD, DOT must act together. Crack down on illegal operators who imperil riders and people on the street. The bill sits in committee.
Int 1347-2025 sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title: “A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to keep a compliance checklist. When officers stop an unlicensed van, they must check every rule and issue the maximum fine for each breach. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. Status: Committee. If enacted, it takes effect 120 days later. It targets illegal operators who put riders and bystanders at risk.
- File Int 1347-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
14Int 1347-2025
Williams sponsors unlicensed commuter vans crackdown bill, worsening overall street safety.▸Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
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Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 14 - Council introduces Int 1347-2025 to curb rogue commuter vans. TLC, NYPD, and DOT must keep a safety checklist. Officers who spot an unlicensed van stack every charge and levy max fines. A push to shield riders and people on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is in Committee. It sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction and referral on August 14, 2025. The bill’s title reads, “A Local Law … in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans.” It orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist of laws on vehicle and driver licensure, service authorization, insurance, and inspections. When an officer stops an unlicensed van, they must review the list and issue the maximum penalty for each violation. Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams is joined by Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis. The aim is to protect riders and bystanders from unlicensed operators who skip the rules.
- File Int 1347-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
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Unlicensed Driver U-Turn Hits Pedestrian on Sutphin▸Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 13 - A 61-year-old man crossed Sutphin Blvd with the signal. A northbound driver made a U-turn and hit him at the center front. He suffered elbow and lower-arm injuries and remained conscious. Police listed Turning Improperly and Unsafe Speed.
A northbound sedan driver made a U-turn at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave and struck a 61-year-old man who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow and lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, the listed factors were "Turning Improperly" and "Unsafe Speed." The report notes the driver was unlicensed and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. Police recorded driver failures—an improper turning maneuver at speed by an unlicensed driver—as the contributing factors to the pedestrian's injuries.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
- Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-13
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
- Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two, New York Post, Published 2025-08-12
11
Sedan slams moped on Sutphin Boulevard▸Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.
Aug 11 - A northbound sedan hit a westbound moped at Sutphin and 94th. Two teens on the moped were hurt. The car’s nose and moped’s right front took the blow. Police cite driver distraction. The street did the rest.
A northbound sedan struck a westbound moped at Sutphin Blvd and 94 Ave in Queens. Two 16-year-olds on the moped were injured; one was the driver, one a front passenger. According to the police report, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The sedan’s center front end and the moped’s right front bumper show impact points, aligning with a crash in the intersection while both were going straight. Driver inattention is the lead error called out. Only after that does the report note the passenger lacked safety equipment. No pedestrians were reported injured.