Left Turning, Life Ending: Queens Streets Demand Action

A sedan hit a cyclist making a left turn on 217 Street near Hillside Avenue. The sixty-year-old man on the bike was ejected and injured. The car’s front end took the impact. Police list all factors as unspecified.

A crash occurred on 217 Street near Hillside Avenue in Queens. A 60-year-old man riding a bike was making a left turn when a westbound sedan struck him. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to his arm. The sedan’s center front end was damaged. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the absence of specified driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The police report does not provide further narrative or detail about the moments before the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811914, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A garbage truck hit a woman crossing with the signal on Hempstead Avenue. The truck’s right front bumper struck her. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger stayed real.

A 61-year-old woman was injured when a garbage truck struck her as she crossed Hempstead Avenue at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was 'crossing with signal' at the intersection when the truck, making a right turn, hit her with its right front bumper. She suffered a fracture and dislocation to her lower leg. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver, a 29-year-old man, was operating a Mack garbage truck. No other injuries were reported. The police report makes clear: driver error led to the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811624, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Metal scraped and glass scattered at 212 Place and Jamaica Avenue in Queens before sunrise. Two drivers and a front-seat passenger suffered head and neck injuries. Sirens cut through the early morning as responders arrived to a scene of twisted bumpers and pain.

According to the police report, two sedans collided at the intersection of 212 Place and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The crash left three people injured: a 40-year-old woman driving westbound, a 38-year-old man making a left turn, and a 28-year-old woman riding as a front passenger. All sustained head or neck injuries and reported whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles, indicating unspecified driver actions played a role. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4809366, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan’s front end crumpled against a parked SUV on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The 54-year-old woman behind the wheel suffered abrasions and pain across her body. Afternoon traffic paused as emergency crews responded to the scene.

According to the police report, a sedan making a left turn struck the left front quarter panel of a parked SUV at 206-05 Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The driver of the sedan, a 54-year-old woman, was injured, sustaining abrasions and pain to her entire body. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were specifically identified in the data. The SUV was parked and occupied by five people, but no injuries to them were reported. The injured driver was using a lap belt at the time of the crash. No mention of helmet use or turn signals appears in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806388, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Metal screeched on Grand Central Parkway as one sedan slammed into another’s rear. A 75-year-old man behind the wheel felt his neck snap back. He stayed conscious, clutching at pain, as traffic crawled past the battered cars in Queens.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on Grand Central Parkway in Queens collided when one struck the other from behind. The crash left a 75-year-old male driver injured with neck pain, described as whiplash. Police identified 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor in the crash. The report notes that both vehicles sustained damage consistent with a rear-end impact, with one car’s center back end and the other’s center front end taking the brunt. No mention was made of helmet use or turn signals as factors in this incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802985, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided on 89 Avenue in Queens. The 75-year-old female driver making a left turn suffered chest injuries and shock. Police cite unsafe speed as a key factor. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 89 Avenue in Queens at 16:01. A 75-year-old female driver, traveling north and making a left turn in a 2023 Jeep sedan, collided with a southbound 2006 Honda sedan going straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the Jeep and the left front bumper of the Honda. The female driver was injured, suffering chest injuries and shock, and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. The male driver of the Honda was licensed and traveling straight. Both vehicles sustained front bumper damage. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801941, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 25-year-old man crossing a marked crosswalk in Queens was struck by an SUV traveling north on 92 Ave. The pedestrian suffered a fractured hip and upper leg. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing serious injury without vehicle damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred shortly after midnight on 92 Ave in Queens. A 25-year-old male pedestrian was crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a northbound SUV. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the vehicle driver. The pedestrian sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his hip and upper leg, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver, a licensed male operating a 2004 Toyota SUV, was slowing or stopping before the impact, but the vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801890, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 53-year-old male SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash after his vehicle struck the rear of a sedan while making a right turn. Both vehicles sustained front and rear center-end damage in the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:37 on 212 Street involving a 2024 SUV and a 2018 sedan. The SUV driver, a 53-year-old man, was making a right turn when his vehicle's center front end collided with the sedan's center back end. The SUV driver was injured, sustaining back pain and whiplash, and remained conscious. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any pedestrian involvement or victim fault. The collision highlights risks associated with turning maneuvers and rear-end impacts, with the SUV driver's actions preceding the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801384, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A northbound SUV struck the left front bumper of a sedan changing lanes on Cross Island Parkway. The impact injured a 70-year-old female passenger in the SUV, causing bruises and contusions to her arm. The crash stemmed from following too closely.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:40 on Cross Island Parkway. A 2020 GMC SUV traveling north rear-ended a 2007 Infiniti sedan that was changing lanes. The point of impact was the SUV's right rear bumper striking the sedan's left front bumper. The report cites "Following Too Closely" as the contributing factor, indicating driver error by the SUV operator. The SUV carried three occupants; a 70-year-old female passenger seated in the left rear suffered contusions and bruises to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. She was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The sedan had one occupant, the male driver, who held a valid New York license. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers of insufficient following distance on high-speed parkways.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801214, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 62-year-old male driver suffered neck abrasions after a collision in Queens. The sedan struck an object with its right front bumper. According to the police report, driver inattention caused the crash, resulting in moderate injury to the driver.

At 4:02 AM in Queens near 94-24 Hollis Court Blvd, a 62-year-old male driver operating a 2018 Nissan sedan traveling south went straight ahead when the vehicle's right front bumper struck an object. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Driver Inattention/Distraction." The driver was not ejected and remained conscious but sustained neck abrasions classified as injury severity level 3. The report lists no other contributing factors or victim behaviors. The driver held a valid New York license. Vehicle damage was limited to the right front bumper. This incident highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to self-injury and vehicle damage.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4800543, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A box truck and sedan collided head-on on Murdock Ave in Queens. The sedan driver, a 61-year-old man, suffered facial injuries and shock. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.

According to the police report, at 11:33 AM on Murdock Ave in Queens, a box truck traveling east and a sedan traveling west collided head-on. The point of impact was the center front end of both vehicles, causing significant damage. The sedan driver, a 61-year-old male occupant, sustained facial injuries and was in shock, with minor bleeding reported. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles going straight ahead. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing behaviors from the injured driver. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction leading to severe impacts and injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797073, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided head-to-tail on Grand Central Parkway. A 21-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both drivers were licensed men traveling eastbound. No vehicle damage was reported despite the impact. The passenger remained conscious after the crash.

According to the police report, the crash involved two eastbound sedans on Grand Central Parkway at 11:36 a.m. The collision occurred with one vehicle impacting the center back end of the lead sedan, while the second sedan struck with its center front end. The injured party was a 21-year-old female occupant seated as the right rear passenger, who sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and was conscious after the crash. Both drivers were licensed men from New York, traveling straight ahead at the time. The report does not specify contributing factors or driver errors, listing them as unspecified. Vehicle damage was reported as none, indicating a low-speed impact. The data highlights the vulnerability of passengers in rear-end collisions even without visible vehicle damage.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795035, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A sedan turning right on Francis Lewis Blvd struck a 15-year-old girl walking outside an intersection. The pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was left in shock. Driver inattention caused the crash, with no visible damage to the vehicle.

According to the police report, at 8:45 AM on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens, a 2020 sedan making a right turn struck a 15-year-old female pedestrian who was not at an intersection. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus led to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage despite impact at the center front end. There is no mention of pedestrian fault or contributing behaviors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where pedestrians are present.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794704, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A southbound SUV collided with a parked SUV on 223 Street in Queens, overturning on impact. The driver sustained abrasions and injuries to the elbow and lower arm. Slippery pavement contributed to the crash, according to the police report.

According to the police report, at 5:50 AM on 223 Street in Queens, a southbound 2024 Toyota SUV struck the center back end of a parked 2020 Toyota SUV. The impact caused the moving SUV to overturn. The driver, a 27-year-old male occupant wearing a lap belt and harness, was injured with abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites slippery pavement as a contributing factor to the crash. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. There is no indication of driver impairment or license issues. The collision and subsequent overturning highlight the dangers posed by road conditions and driver control failures in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4791452, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

An SUV making an improper U-turn struck a sedan traveling east on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The collision injured a 21-year-old male passenger in the sedan, causing back pain and shock. The SUV’s driver error triggered the crash’s violent impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 22:26 on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The SUV was making an improper U-turn when it collided with the sedan traveling straight east. The point of impact was the SUV’s right rear quarter panel and the sedan’s left front bumper. The sedan carried a 21-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat, who was injured with back pain and shock, wearing a lap belt and harness. The police report cites "Turning Improperly" as the contributing factor, highlighting the SUV driver’s error. No other contributing factors were noted. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling straight, indicating the crash was caused by the SUV’s dangerous maneuver.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790347, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A box truck swung left at 212th and Hillside. The driver looked too late. A 29-year-old man, crossing with the light, was crushed beneath the bumper. He died in the street before dawn. Steel met flesh. The city kept moving.

According to the police report, a box truck traveling west on Hillside Avenue made a left turn at the corner of 212th Street and Hillside Avenue in Queens. The driver, licensed in New Jersey, was operating a 2018 FRHT-TRUCK/BUS with one occupant. The report states the driver was inattentive or distracted and failed to observe the pedestrian in time. The vehicle struck a 29-year-old man who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The point of impact was the truck’s left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries and died at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Oversized Vehicle' as contributing factors. The victim’s behavior—crossing with the signal—is noted only after the driver’s errors. The crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver inattention and large vehicles at city intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789587, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two SUVs collided on Murdock Ave in Queens, injuring both drivers and a front passenger. The crash involved unsafe speed and disregarded traffic control. Both victims suffered whiplash and neck injuries, highlighting dangerous driver errors in vehicle-to-vehicle crashes.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided on Murdock Ave in Queens at 12:15. The driver of a 2018 Kia SUV traveling west was cited for unsafe speed, while the driver of a 2018 Dodge SUV traveling south disregarded traffic control. The point of impact was the left side doors of the Dodge and the center front end of the Kia. Both drivers and a front passenger were injured; the passenger and driver of the Kia suffered whiplash and neck injuries, respectively. The report explicitly notes 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The crash underscores the dangers of driver errors such as speeding and ignoring traffic signals in multi-vehicle collisions.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4784933, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A 51-year-old female driver lost consciousness while starting from parking, colliding frontally with another parked sedan in Queens. She suffered head contusions and shock. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles’ front and side panels.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:58 in Queens near 207-12 Jamaica Ave. The 51-year-old female driver, wearing a lap belt and harness, lost consciousness while starting her 2020 Toyota sedan from parking. This loss of consciousness is cited twice as the contributing factor. Her vehicle’s center front end struck the left front quarter panel of a parked 2019 Subaru sedan, which sustained damage to its left side doors. The driver was not ejected but suffered head contusions and was in shock. The report explicitly identifies the driver’s loss of consciousness as the cause, with no other driver errors or victim behaviors noted.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782631, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

A speeding sedan struck the left rear of a parked vehicle on Queens’ 224th Street. The impact injured a 23-year-old passenger, causing head trauma and minor bleeding. The driver’s unsafe speed was a key factor in the collision.

According to the police report, a 2020 BMW sedan traveling southbound on 224th Street collided with a parked 2024 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the moving vehicle striking the left rear bumper of the parked car. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' as a contributing factor to the crash. A 23-year-old male passenger in the BMW, seated in the middle front seat and secured by a harness, sustained head injuries and minor bleeding, and was reported to be in shock. The parked vehicle had no occupants at the time. The driver of the moving sedan was licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed even in low-traffic conditions involving stationary vehicles.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4782917, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14

Two sedans collided on Queens' 113 Avenue, injuring four occupants. The crash involved failure to yield right-of-way. Injuries included neck and back trauma, with all victims experiencing shock. Both drivers and passengers suffered internal injuries without ejection.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Queens' 113 Avenue at 18:29. Two sedans, one traveling south and the other west, collided with impact on the right side doors of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor for both drivers. Four occupants were injured: two drivers, aged 31 and 75, and two front passengers, aged 32 and 64. All suffered internal injuries to the neck or back and were in shock. None were ejected from their vehicles. The drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles going straight ahead. The collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, emphasizing the systemic danger posed by failure to yield in multi-vehicle crashes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4778694, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-14