Crash Count for Jamaica
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 2,746
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 1,626
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 344
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 10
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 4
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 2, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Jamaica?

Jamaica Bleeds While Leaders Stall: Demand Safe Streets Now

Jamaica Bleeds While Leaders Stall: Demand Safe Streets Now

Jamaica: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 19, 2025

The Toll in Jamaica: Lives Shattered, Streets Unchanged

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Next Step: Demand Action Now

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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Other Representatives

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

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

See also
Boroughs
Community Boards
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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Jamaica

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Alcohol-Linked SUV Crash Injures Two Queens

A GMC SUV struck parked sedans on 169th Street in Queens. The driver and a rear passenger suffered head and back injuries. Police cited alcohol involvement and driver distraction. Both occupants were conscious and restrained or seated inside the vehicle.

According to the police report, a 2016 GMC SUV traveling south on 169th Street in Queens collided with two parked sedans. The driver, a 28-year-old male, sustained a concussion and was not wearing a safety belt. A 33-year-old male rear passenger suffered back injuries and whiplash, secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists alcohol involvement and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The driver held a permit license. No pedestrians were involved. The impact damaged the SUV's right front bumper and the parked vehicles' side panels. Both injured occupants remained conscious and were not ejected from the vehicle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4671011 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Distracted Driver Injures Cyclist on Parsons Boulevard

A cyclist riding west on Parsons Boulevard was struck by a turning vehicle. Driver inattention caused the crash. The cyclist suffered abrasions and injuries across his body.

According to the police report, a 51-year-old male bicyclist was injured while riding west on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist, traveling straight, collided with a vehicle making a right turn. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The bicyclist was not ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his entire body. No other contributing factors, such as helmet use or signaling, were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4670875 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Sedan Hits Bicyclist on 90 Avenue Queens

A sedan struck a 26-year-old male bicyclist on 90 Avenue in Queens. The cyclist suffered a fractured and dislocated shoulder. The crash involved a right-side impact to the bike and front-end damage to the sedan. The cyclist remained conscious.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 90 Avenue collided with a bicyclist traveling east. The bicyclist, a 26-year-old man, sustained a fractured and dislocated upper arm and shoulder injury but was not ejected and remained conscious. The point of impact was the right side doors of the bike and the center front end of the sedan. The report lists "Traffic Control Disregarded" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by failing to obey traffic signals or signs. No other contributing factors were specified. The bicyclist was wearing no helmet, but helmet use was not listed as a contributing factor.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4666989 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
2
Two Pedestrians Injured on Union Hall Street

A vehicle struck two men on Union Hall Street in Queens. Both pedestrians suffered bruises and upper body injuries. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The impact hit the vehicle’s front center. Both victims remained conscious.

According to the police report, a vehicle traveling straight ahead on Union Hall Street in Queens struck two pedestrians. Both victims, an 18-year-old and a 23-year-old male, sustained contusions and bruises, including injuries to the shoulder and head. The report lists driver errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The vehicle impacted the pedestrians with its center front end. Neither pedestrian was at fault, and both remained conscious after the collision. No safety equipment or other contributing factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4664094 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Taxi and SUV Collide on Queens Hillside Avenue

A taxi and an SUV crashed at Hillside Avenue in Queens. The taxi driver, a 43-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The driver remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.

According to the police report, a collision occurred between a 2023 taxi traveling west and a 2014 SUV traveling north on Hillside Avenue in Queens. The taxi driver, a 43-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions and trauma to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The taxi sustained center front-end damage, while the SUV was damaged on its right front quarter panel. Both drivers were licensed. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. The taxi driver was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved in this crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4663964 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection

A 38-year-old woman was hit while crossing a marked crosswalk on 170 Street near 88 Avenue in Queens. The sedan, making a left turn, failed to yield and struck her with its left front bumper. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling northeast on 170 Street in Queens struck a 38-year-old female pedestrian crossing at a marked crosswalk near 88 Avenue. The pedestrian was conscious but sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was making a left turn at the time of impact. The vehicle showed no damage despite the collision. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. No helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash highlights driver errors that led to serious injury of a vulnerable road user.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4665235 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
E-Bike Rider Injured in SUV Backing Crash

An SUV backed unsafely into a southbound e-bike on 150 Street. The e-bike rider, a 33-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a serious head injury. The SUV driver was unlicensed and distracted. The collision damaged both vehicles.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old male e-bike rider traveling south on 150 Street was struck by a southbound SUV backing unsafely. The SUV driver, unlicensed and inattentive, caused the collision by backing into the e-bike. The e-bike rider was ejected and sustained a serious head injury, losing consciousness. The report lists driver inattention and backing unsafely as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its center back end, and the e-bike was damaged at its center front end. The injured rider was the sole occupant of the e-bike. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the rider's safety equipment.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4660539 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Pedestrian Injured by Turning Sedan in Queens

A pedestrian was hit on 94 Avenue near Sutphin Boulevard in Queens. The sedan made an improper left turn, striking the man as he was getting on or off a vehicle. He suffered a head abrasion and remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on 94 Avenue made an improper left turn and struck a pedestrian who was getting on or off a vehicle outside an intersection. The pedestrian, a male, sustained a head abrasion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists the driver's errors as "Turning Improperly" and "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way." The collision involved the sedan's right front bumper hitting the pedestrian. Two other parked vehicles, a 2017 Dodge SUV and a 2000 Toyota sedan, were also damaged but had no occupants. The pedestrian was injured but not ejected. No helmet or signaling factors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4660243 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Bus Rear-Ends Sedan on Sutphin Boulevard

A bus changed lanes and struck a parked sedan on Sutphin Boulevard. The sedan’s front passenger, a 35-year-old woman, suffered abrasions and injuries to her knee and lower leg. The bus driver followed too closely, causing the collision.

According to the police report, a bus traveling south on Sutphin Boulevard changed lanes and rear-ended a parked sedan. The impact occurred at the sedan’s left side doors. The front passenger in the sedan, a 35-year-old woman, was injured with abrasions and trauma to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor to the crash. The bus driver, a licensed female operator, failed to maintain a safe distance while changing lanes. The injured passenger was not ejected and remained conscious. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4660092 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
2
Queens SUV Collision Injures Driver, Child Passenger

Two SUVs collided in Queens. One was parked. The moving SUV struck the parked vehicle’s left front quarter panel with its right front bumper. A 32-year-old woman driving and a 4-year-old boy in the rear passenger seat suffered head injuries and whiplash.

According to the police report, a 2021 SUV traveling south struck a parked 2023 SUV on 106-14 Princeton Street in Queens. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, and a 4-year-old child passenger in the rear seat were injured, both sustaining head injuries and whiplash. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The moving vehicle impacted the parked SUV’s left front quarter panel with its right front bumper. Both occupants were conscious and restrained; the child was in a child restraint, and the driver had an airbag deployed and wore a lap belt. The crash highlights driver errors of inattention and unsafe speed leading to collision with a stationary vehicle.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4657058 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
4
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Van Wyck Expressway

A 2022 SUV struck a 2011 sedan from behind on Van Wyck Expressway. Four men inside the SUV suffered back injuries and whiplash. The crash happened at 5:15 a.m. Driver distraction caused the collision. All occupants were conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, a 2022 Toyota SUV traveling north on Van Wyck Expressway rear-ended a 2011 BMW sedan also heading north. The impact was at the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the sedan. Four male occupants in the SUV, including the driver and three passengers aged 30 to 42, sustained back injuries and whiplash. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as the contributing factor for the crash. No ejections occurred. The collision caused moderate injuries but no fatalities.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4656407 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
SUV and Sedan Collide on Parsons Boulevard

Two vehicles struck on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The SUV hit the sedan’s left side doors. The sedan’s driver, a 27-year-old man, suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed. The crash caused right front bumper and left door damage.

According to the police report, a 2017 Ford SUV traveling south collided with a 2011 Toyota sedan traveling southeast on Parsons Boulevard in Queens. The SUV impacted the sedan’s left side doors with its right front bumper. The sedan’s driver, a 27-year-old man, was injured with back pain and whiplash but remained conscious and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper of the SUV and the left side doors of the sedan.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4655173 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
SUV Slams Cyclist on 148 Street in Queens

A Jeep SUV hit a northbound cyclist on 148 Street. The rider, 57, was thrown and hurt. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The crash left the cyclist with leg wounds and abrasions.

A Jeep SUV traveling east on 148 Street struck a northbound bicyclist. According to the police report, the SUV hit the bike's front center, and the impact ejected the 57-year-old male cyclist. He suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists driver inattention and driver inexperience as contributing factors. The SUV driver was licensed and driving straight. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. No other factors were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4655845 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Sedans Crash in Queens; Passenger Injured

Two sedans slammed together on Jamaica Avenue. A front passenger took a blow to the head. Police cited traffic control disregard, unsafe speed, and an unlicensed driver. The injured man stayed conscious.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue near 168 Street in Queens at 11:35 p.m. The crash left a 38-year-old front passenger with a concussion and head injury. Police listed driver errors: traffic control disregarded, unsafe speed, and one driver was unlicensed. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of one sedan and the right front bumper of the other. The injured passenger was conscious, not ejected, and restrained by a lap belt and harness. No other injuries or contributing factors were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4653017 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
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Driver Distraction Sends Sedan Into Roof Impact

A sedan struck a roof on Beaver Road. Two inside, both hurt. Neck and back injuries. Forklift untouched. Police cite driver distraction. No ejections. Both stayed conscious.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Beaver Road in Queens collided with an object, causing roof damage. The crash injured both occupants: a 72-year-old male driver and a 65-year-old female passenger. Both suffered whiplash, with neck and back injuries, but remained conscious and restrained. The other vehicle, a forklift traveling west, was not damaged. The police report lists driver inattention or distraction as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The forklift driver was licensed. The crash left both sedan occupants with moderate injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4654040 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Bus Strikes E-Scooter Rider on 168th Street

A bus hit an 18-year-old e-scooter rider at 168th Street and 89th Avenue. The teen was ejected and died from head trauma. Blood marked the pavement. The bus showed no damage. Traffic control was ignored. The crash ended a young life.

An 18-year-old riding an e-scooter was killed at the corner of 168th Street and 89th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the northbound bus struck the rider, who was ejected and suffered fatal head injuries. The report states, “The light was not obeyed.” The listed contributing factor is 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The bus sustained no damage. The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary failure was the disregard for traffic control. The crash claimed the life of a vulnerable road user in a moment of systemic danger.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4652465 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian Crossing Signal

A 17-year-old girl crossing Parsons Boulevard with the signal was hit by a sedan making a left turn. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way. No vehicle damage reported.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on Parsons Boulevard made a left turn and struck a 17-year-old female pedestrian crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The contributing factor listed was the driver's failure to yield right-of-way. The vehicle showed no damage, indicating the impact was likely at low speed. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian. The incident highlights a failure in driver yielding that resulted in injury to a vulnerable road user.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4649717 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Sedan Turns Right, Hits Moped Straight Ahead

A BMW sedan turning right struck a moped traveling straight on Jamaica Avenue. The moped driver, an 18-year-old man, suffered abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The sedan’s right front quarter panel was damaged. Driver distraction was a factor.

According to the police report, a 2018 BMW sedan was making a right turn on Jamaica Avenue when it collided with a moped traveling straight ahead. The moped driver, an 18-year-old male, was injured with abrasions to his elbow and lower arm but was conscious and not ejected. The sedan sustained damage to its right front quarter panel. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The moped driver was the sole occupant of his vehicle. The sedan carried three occupants, including the licensed male driver.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4648287 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 59-year-old woman was hit by a sedan making a left turn in Queens. She suffered a head abrasion but remained conscious. The driver was distracted, failing to notice the pedestrian crossing legally at the intersection on Jamaica Avenue.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Jamaica Avenue in Queens struck a 59-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The driver, a licensed female operating a 2019 Jeep sedan, was making a left turn when the collision occurred. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact to the left front bumper. The pedestrian was not at fault and was crossing legally at the intersection.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4647899 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11
Pedestrian Injured Crossing Jamaica Avenue

A 22-year-old woman was struck while crossing Jamaica Avenue at a marked crosswalk. She suffered bruises and an elbow injury. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper. No driver errors or vehicle damage were reported.

According to the police report, a 22-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Jamaica Avenue at a marked crosswalk in Queens. She was conscious and suffered contusions and an injury to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. The vehicle involved was a Buick traveling east, which struck her with its right front bumper. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the driver’s license status and actions were not specified. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal, but no driver fault was recorded in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4662404 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-11