Crash Count for Springfield Gardens (North)-Rochdale Village
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 896
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 527
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 108
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 2
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 1
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Springfield Gardens (North)-Rochdale Village?

No More Excuses: Slow Down or More Will Die

Springfield Gardens (North)-Rochdale Village: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 4, 2025

The Numbers Do Not Lie

One death. One serious injury. Four hundred fifty-six injured. That is the toll of traffic violence in Springfield Gardens (North)-Rochdale Village since 2022. These are not just numbers—they are lives cut short, bodies broken, families changed. In the last twelve months alone, 135 people were hurt in 211 crashes. No one died this year, but the wounds remain.

The Latest Wounds

A woman crossing 133rd Avenue with the signal. Struck by an SUV making a left turn. Neck injury. Whiplash. She survived, but the pain lingers. Crash data shows the pattern: drivers turning, failing to yield, not paying attention. The street is not safe for those on foot—or for anyone.

Leadership: Action or Delay?

Local leaders have the tools. Sammy’s Law lets the city lower speed limits. The city can redesign streets, add cameras, slow the cars. But change comes slow. Each day of delay is another day of risk. The city has not yet used its full power. The silence is loud.

What Comes Next

This is not fate. This is policy. Residents can call for lower speed limits, more cameras, safer crossings. The city can act. The council can vote. The mayor can lead. But nothing changes until the people demand it.

Call your council member. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand action, not words.

Citations

Citations
  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810281 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-04

Other Representatives

Vivian Cook
Assembly Member Vivian Cook
District 32
District Office:
142-15 Rockaway Blvd, Jamaica, NY 11436
Legislative Office:
Room 939, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Adrienne Adams
Council Member Adrienne Adams
District 28
District Office:
165-90 Baisley Boulevard, Jamaica, NY 11434
718-206-2068
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1810, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7257
James Sanders
State Senator James Sanders
District 10
District Office:
142-01 Rockaway Blvd., South Ozone Park, NY 11436
Legislative Office:
Room 711, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Springfield Gardens (North)-Rochdale Village Springfield Gardens (North)-Rochdale Village sits in Queens, District 28, AD 32, SD 10, Queens CB12.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Springfield Gardens (North)-Rochdale Village

A 8936
Sanders votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.

Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.


S 5602
Sanders votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.

Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.


S 5602
Cook votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.

Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.


S 5602
Sanders votes yes to extend school speed cameras, boosting pedestrian safety.

Senate passed S 5602 to keep school zone speed cameras running longer. More eyes on reckless drivers. Lawmakers push back against speeding near kids. The vote was clear. The danger remains.

Bill S 5602, titled 'Relates to the hours of operation of a school zone speed camera demonstration program,' passed the Senate on May 25, 2022, and the Assembly on June 2, 2022. The bill extends the hours that speed cameras operate in New York City school zones. Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, with co-sponsors Biaggi, Cleare, Gianaris, Hoylman, Jackson, Kavanagh, Krueger, Myrie, Persaud, Ramos, Rivera, and Sepulveda. The measure saw strong support in both chambers, despite some opposition. The bill aims to keep cameras watching when children are at risk. More enforcement, more accountability. The fight for safer streets continues.


A 8936
Cook votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.

Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.


A 8936
Cook votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.

Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.


S 1078
Cook votes yes, boosting driver education and improving street safety.

Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.

Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.


A 8936
Sanders votes yes to require safer complete street designs, improving safety.

Albany passed A 8936. Cities get more state cash if they build complete streets. Lawmakers want safer roads. The bill sailed through both chambers. Money now follows safety.

Bill A 8936, titled 'Relates to complete street design features and funding of construction and improvements at a municipalities' expense,' passed the Assembly on May 23, 2022, and the Senate on June 1, 2022. The bill boosts state funding for transportation projects when municipalities add complete street features. Assemblymember Fahy led as primary sponsor, joined by Hunter, Seawright, Woerner, and others. The Assembly and Senate both voted yes, with broad support. The law aims to push cities to design streets for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers—by tying state dollars to safety upgrades.


S 5130
Sanders supports committee progress on complete streets bill improving road safety.

Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.

Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.


S 1078
Sanders supports committee review of bill boosting pedestrian and cyclist safety.

Senate and Assembly passed S 1078. New drivers must now learn how to avoid hitting people on foot or bike. Law aims to cut crashes at the root—before drivers get the keys.

Bill S 1078, introduced in the Senate on April 27, 2021, requires pedestrian and bicyclist safety instruction in the drivers pre-licensing course. The bill moved through committee and passed the Senate and Assembly, with key votes on May 20, 2021, February 1, 2022, May 16, 2022, and May 23, 2022. The matter summary reads: 'Requires instruction in pedestrian and bicyclist safety as part of the drivers pre-licensing course.' Primary sponsor: Senator Gounardes, joined by Bailey, Biaggi, Brisport, Cleare, Comrie, and others. The measure targets driver ignorance, a root cause of deadly crashes, by putting vulnerable road users at the center of driver education.


SUV Hits Parked Trailer on Baisley Boulevard

A 38-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a back injury and concussion after colliding with a parked trailer on Baisley Boulevard in Queens. The SUV's right front bumper struck the trailer's left rear bumper. Air bag deployed. Driver conscious.

According to the police report, a 38-year-old female driver was making a right turn on Baisley Boulevard in Queens when her SUV collided with a parked trailer. The impact occurred at the right front bumper of the SUV and the left rear bumper of the trailer. The driver sustained a back injury and concussion but was not ejected and remained conscious. The air bag deployed during the crash. The report lists "Steering Failure" as a contributing factor, indicating a mechanical or control issue with the vehicle. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The trailer was stationary with no occupants at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4526414 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Rear-Ends Parked Sedan on Brewer Blvd

A 64-year-old man driving an SUV rear-ended a parked sedan on Brewer Boulevard in Queens. The driver suffered a back injury but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Police cited following too closely and aggressive driving as causes.

According to the police report, a 64-year-old male driver in a 2009 SUV traveling south on Brewer Boulevard collided with a parked 1997 sedan. The point of impact was the SUV's center front end striking the sedan's left rear bumper. The driver was injured in the back and remained conscious, secured by a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The sedan was stationary at the time of the crash. No other persons were reported injured or ejected.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4517807 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Long Street

A 43-year-old woman was hit while crossing Long Street in Queens. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck her outside an intersection. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. The driver was licensed.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling northeast on Long Street in Queens made a left turn and struck a 43-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock. The driver, a licensed male from New York, had the point of impact at the center front end of the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian and no contributing factors for the driver. The pedestrian was not at a crosswalk or intersection when struck. The vehicle sustained damage to its center front end.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4513313 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Turns Right, Hits E-Bike Rider

A 60-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a head injury after a collision with an SUV making a right turn on 133 Avenue in Queens. The SUV struck the bike’s front end. The rider was conscious but bruised.

According to the police report, an SUV was making a right turn on 133 Avenue in Queens when it collided with an e-bike traveling straight ahead. The impact occurred at the left front bumper of the SUV and the center front end of the e-bike. The 60-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and sustained a head injury with contusions and bruises. The rider was conscious at the scene. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4511134 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian in Queens

A sedan hit a 17-year-old girl crossing Farmers Boulevard. The driver failed to yield and ignored traffic control. She suffered arm injuries. The car’s front end was damaged.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on Farmers Boulevard in Queens struck a 17-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, and complained of internal pain. The report lists the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way and disregarding traffic control as contributing factors. The vehicle’s center front end was damaged in the crash. No helmet or signaling issues were noted. The driver was alone and going straight ahead at the time of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4509129 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
S 5130
Sanders supports committee progress on complete streets bill improving road safety.

Senate passed S 5130. The bill pushes complete street design. It aims for safe access for all. Pedestrians and cyclists get a shot at safer roads. The vote was split, but the bill moved forward.

Senate bill S 5130, titled 'Enables safe access to public roads for all users by utilizing complete street design principles,' passed committee votes on March 2 and May 16, 2022. Senator Kennedy sponsored the bill. Support came from members like Jeremy Cooney, Anna Kaplan, and John Liu. Dissent came from Patrick Gallivan and Susan Serino. The bill pushes cities to design roads for everyone—pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. It marks a shift from car-first planning. The measure aims to cut risk for people outside cars. Full vote details and text are at the New York Senate website.


Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 60-year-old man was hit by a sedan making a left turn on Farmers Boulevard in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver failed to yield. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his lower leg and foot.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling northwest on Farmers Boulevard in Queens struck a 60-year-old male pedestrian at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, failed to yield right-of-way. The impact occurred at the vehicle's left front bumper. The pedestrian sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The driver was licensed and operating a 2017 Nissan sedan. No vehicle damage was reported. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4504661 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Moped Passenger Injured in Queens SUV Crash

A moped and SUV collided on Brewer Boulevard in Queens. The moped driver made a left turn. The SUV went straight. The moped passenger, a 39-year-old woman, suffered a fractured knee and lower leg. Unsafe lane changing was a factor.

According to the police report, a moped traveling north on Brewer Boulevard attempted a left turn and collided with a northbound SUV going straight. The moped carried two occupants. The left rear passenger on the moped, a 39-year-old woman, was injured with a fractured and dislocated knee and lower leg. The report lists "Unsafe Lane Changing" as a contributing factor. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The injured passenger was conscious and not ejected. No safety equipment was noted for the injured passenger. The crash highlights driver error in lane changing maneuvers.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4499295 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 49-year-old woman was hit by an SUV making a right turn on 133 Avenue in Queens. She suffered knee and lower leg injuries. The driver failed to yield right-of-way and used improper lane usage. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, a Station Wagon/SUV traveling east on 133 Avenue struck a 49-year-old female pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Bedell Street in Queens. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and remained conscious after the impact. The report lists the driver’s errors as Failure to Yield Right-of-Way and Passing or Lane Usage Improper. The vehicle was making a right turn at the time of collision and impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. There was no vehicle damage reported. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal was not a contributing factor.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4493692 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04