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 9
▸ Crush Injuries 3
▸ Severe Bleeding 2
▸ Severe Lacerations 5
▸ Concussion 3
▸ Whiplash 59
▸ Contusion/Bruise 41
▸ Abrasion 32
▸ Pain/Nausea 12
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.
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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Queens Village: The Deaths Keep Coming. The Fixes Don’t.
Queens Village: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 24, 2025
Another driver. Same ending.
- A 29-year-old man crossed with the signal at 212th Street and Hillside Avenue before dawn. A box truck turned left and crushed him. Police coded driver distraction and an oversized vehicle. He died there. NYPD data lists it as CrashID 4789587.
- On the Cross Island Parkway near 112th Avenue, unsafe speed and a blown control ended a woman driver’s life. CrashID 4648067 marks it plain: “Unsafe Speed,” “Traffic Control Disregarded.”
- Southbound lanes. A 2018 Honda and a 2025 BMW hit. A 76-year-old woman in the right rear seat died. CrashID 4825309 carries her record.
“Police said the operator fled the scene after hitting the man.” The 52-year-old pedestrian near JFK never made it home. The driver ran. No arrests. That’s how the precinct logs it in the press. ABC7. Gothamist. Daily News.
Speed kills here. The dataset for this neighborhood shows “other” and speed-linked factors leading the harm, with pedestrians taking 139 injuries and one death since 2022. The clock tells on us too: injuries peak from late afternoon into the night, with heavy counts around 6 p.m., 8 p.m., and 9 p.m. NYC Open Data.
Three corners. One fix.
- The Cross Island Parkway is a knife edge. It leads the map: 3 deaths, 181 injuries. Top locations.
- 212th Street sees hurt stack up too, with serious injuries on the board. Location rollup.
The numbers point to simple work: slow cars before they turn, guard the crossings, and tame trucks at signals. Hardened turns. Daylighting. Leading pedestrian intervals. Truck turns that crawl, not cut. Night hours need light and enforcement where the injuries spike. The data also flags heavy vehicles in the harm to people on foot; a truck killed the man at Hillside and 212th. CrashID 4789587.
Officials know what works — do they?
Albany gave the city the power to lower speeds. The city has the cameras around schools. Advocates and survivors have called on leaders to use that power and drop speeds to 20 mph. They have also pushed to rein in the worst drivers. Our prior coverage lays out the ask and the evidence. Take Action.
In Albany, the Stop Super Speeders Act moved. Senators backed a bill to force repeat violators to install speed limiters. Sen. Leroy Comrie voted yes in committee. So did Sen. Toby Ann Stavisky. S4045. The case for action is not abstract; it is written in broken bodies and camera records. Families and survivors have carried that message to the Capitol. Streetsblog.
Wrong-way terror shows another crack. A Queens driver took the expressway the wrong direction and hit five cars. A judge gave him eight years. “Joseph Lee terrorized other drivers,” the Queens DA said. Lee told police he felt “liberated.” amNY. Access control and speed control are not theory here. They are the difference between a near miss and a morgue.
The toll this year
- From Jan. 1 to Aug. 24, this neighborhood logged 405 crashes, 270 injuries, and two deaths. That is a 52% jump in crashes over last year to date. Neighborhood stats.
- Pedestrians were struck most often by sedans and SUVs. Trucks did fewer hits but took a life. Mode rollups.
What must move now
- Put LPIs and hardened turns at Hillside & 212th, and along the 212th Street spine. Clear the corners. Protect the walk.
- Target the Cross Island Parkway entrances and service roads for speed control and night enforcement. The injury curve after sunset demands it.
- Route and manage trucks at left-turn hotspots. The data names them.
Citywide, two steps can cut the blood loss fast: lower the default speed limit and force speed limiters on serial violators. The tools exist. The names on our list do too. Take Action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-24
- Pedestrian Killed In JFK Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-08-13
- Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-13
- Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-13
- Wrong-way driver rams cars on expressway, amny, Published 2025-08-15
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- Pain Points: Victims of Road Violence Make Annual Pilgrimage to Demand Safe Streets, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-05-14
Other Representatives
District 33
97-01 Springfield Blvd., Queens Village, NY 11429
Room 424, 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
Queens Village Queens Village sits in Queens, Precinct 105, District 27, AD 33, SD 14, Queens CB13.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Queens Village
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Driver hits 18-year-old on Hempstead Avenue▸Sep 1 - A driver hit an 18-year-old woman crossing Hempstead Avenue in Queens after midnight. She suffered a head injury and a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle is listed as unspecified in the police record.
An 18-year-old woman was struck while crossing Hempstead Avenue at 218-32 in Queens around 12:30 a.m. She sustained a head injury and a contusion and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was “Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.” The vehicle is recorded as Unspecified. The report lists no driver contributing factors or citations. Police did not record driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed in the available data. The record documents a young pedestrian hurt on a city roadway but provides no further details about the driver or vehicle.
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Driver's Sedan Crumples Front on Hempstead Ave▸Aug 30 - The driver of a westbound sedan hit center-front on Hempstead Ave near the Cross Island Parkway. Two occupants were hurt. Police cited reaction to an uninvolved vehicle and limited view.
The driver of a 2013 Nissan sedan was traveling west on Hempstead Ave near the Cross Island Parkway when the vehicle suffered a center-front impact. Two occupants were hurt. The 51-year-old driver reported chest pain and shock, and an 84-year-old male occupant was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "View Obstructed/Limited." Police recorded the driver’s reaction to an uninvolved vehicle and limited sight lines as central to the crash. The report lists no pedestrians or cyclists and records damage concentrated at the center front.
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Cross Island Parkway Sedan Crash Injures Driver▸Aug 28 - Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway at 11:30 p.m. A 39-year-old driver suffered a neck bruise. Police marked causes as Unspecified. Another person was listed with unknown injury. Impact hit a Tesla's right-rear quarter.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway at 11:30 p.m. One driver, 39, was hurt. He had a neck contusion and was conscious. Another person was listed as an occupant with unspecified injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. Police recorded impact to the right rear quarter panel of a 2024 Tesla sedan traveling south. The report lists the driver as licensed in New York. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as "Unspecified" for those listed. No pedestrians or cyclists were noted in the report.
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Driver Dozes, Crashes Into Parked BMW▸Aug 28 - A 19-year-old driver of an eastbound sedan on Jamaica Ave dozed and struck a parked BMW at 210 St. He suffered head trauma and was semiconscious. Police recorded "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor.
The driver of a Toyota sedan traveling east on Jamaica Ave struck a parked BMW near 210 St. The 19-year-old male driver was injured, semiconscious, with head trauma and a complaint of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Fell Asleep." Police data list the moving sedan's point of impact as the right front bumper and the parked BMW's left front quarter panel. Driver errors identified in the report: Fell Asleep. Safety equipment for the driver was recorded as "None." No other persons are listed as injured in the data.
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Two SUVs Collide at 210 Place, Queens▸Aug 24 - Two SUVs collided at 210 Place and 91 Ave. A 31-year-old driver suffered neck pain. Two rear-seat children, ages 12 and 13, were hurt. An infant passenger was listed with an unspecified injury. Police logged contributing factors as unspecified.
Two SUVs crashed at 210 Place and 91 Ave. A 31-year-old driver reported neck injury and whiplash. Two rear-seat passengers, ages 12 and 13, were hurt. An infant passenger was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, "Both vehicles were going straight, one northbound and one westbound, with impact to the Nissan's left front bumper and the Honda's right rear quarter panel. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'" The report records no coded driver errors beyond that. No helmet or signal issues are cited in the police data.
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Unsafe lane change injures child▸Aug 23 - Two sedans going east collided at Hempstead Ave. A hard hit. A toddler in the back seat hurt. Another driver suffered head pain. Police cite unsafe lane changing and distraction. Queens night. Screech. Metal. Fear.
Two eastbound sedans collided near 220-04 Hempstead Ave in Queens. A 2-year-old rear-seat passenger was injured, and a 34-year-old driver reported head pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Lane Changing.” The report also lists “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” These driver errors led to a center-front impact between the cars, with damage to front ends. Multiple occupants were involved; one driver and the child were recorded as injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were struck in this crash.
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SUV lane change ends in injury▸Aug 17 - Eastbound Jeep on Grand Central Parkway changes lanes and hits. Back end crushed. Driver, 57, hurt. Night on the parkway. Metal, speed, and pain in Queens.
An eastbound 2010 Jeep SUV changed lanes on the Grand Central Parkway in Queens and struck another vehicle, with impact and damage to the Jeep’s center back end. The 57-year-old male driver was injured with neck and crush injuries. According to the police report, the Jeep was “Changing Lanes” before the crash and the point of impact was the “Center Back End.” The data lists no pedestrian or cyclist victims, but a driver was hurt. The report does not list specific contributing factors like Failure to Yield or Unsafe Lane Change, yet the maneuver and rear impact show the danger in this move. No other contributing factors are noted.
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Unlicensed Driver, Alcohol in Two-SUV Crash▸Aug 17 - Two SUVs collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. The driver of one SUV hit the other's left front. A 71-year-old front passenger and a 72-year-old driver were injured. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement and an unlicensed driver.
The driver of one SUV hit the left front of another while both were traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. A 72-year-old man driving one SUV and a 71-year-old front-seat passenger were injured; reported injuries include back and neck complaints. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. The report also lists an "Unlicensed" driver for one vehicle. Police recorded those driver failures. Damage is noted to a right rear bumper and a left front quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the report.
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SUV strikes boy on Springfield Boulevard▸Aug 14 - An SUV going south on Springfield Blvd hit a 13-year-old crossing near 111 Ave. The right front took the blow. The boy suffered a head injury. Sirens cut the night. Queens pavement bears the mark.
A southbound SUV on Springfield Boulevard near 111 Avenue struck a 13-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a head injury and was listed as injured. The SUV showed damage on the right-front quarter. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” No driver charges were recorded in the data. The record does not cite common driver failures like Failure to Yield or Driver Inattention/Distraction, and gives no signal information. The system still put a teen in the path of a heavy SUV at speed on a boulevard built for cars.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to use a compliance checklist and levy maximum fines on unlicensed commuter vans. Punitive enforcement may cut informal transit, push riders to cars and ride‑hail, and raise vehicle volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists.
Bill: Int 1347-2025. Status: Sponsorship; sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred August 14, 2025. The matter: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams; co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. The law orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist and requires officers to issue maximum fines for each violation. It takes effect 120 days after enactment. A safety assessment warns this punitive approach may reduce informal transit in underserved areas, shift trips to private cars and ride‑hail, and increase traffic volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists; it adds policing without system-wide safety gains.
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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 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to cite unlicensed commuter vans and levy maximum fines. It will likely shrink shared rides in transit deserts. Trips will shift to private cars and ride-hail. Pedestrians and cyclists face more exposure on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on August 14, 2025. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams introduced the bill. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis joined her. The bill orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a compliance checklist and requires officers to issue maximum penalties for every listed violation. Analysts warn punitive enforcement and steep fines will likely reduce shared transit options in transit deserts, push trips to private cars and ride-hail, and increase traffic exposure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing policing over safer operations or street redesign without clear system-wide safety gains.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
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SUV Left Turn Rear-Ended By Sedan▸Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
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SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
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Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Sep 1 - A driver hit an 18-year-old woman crossing Hempstead Avenue in Queens after midnight. She suffered a head injury and a contusion and was conscious at the scene. The vehicle is listed as unspecified in the police record.
An 18-year-old woman was struck while crossing Hempstead Avenue at 218-32 in Queens around 12:30 a.m. She sustained a head injury and a contusion and remained conscious. According to the police report, the pedestrian was “Crossing, No Signal, or Crosswalk.” The vehicle is recorded as Unspecified. The report lists no driver contributing factors or citations. Police did not record driver errors such as Failure to Yield or Unsafe Speed in the available data. The record documents a young pedestrian hurt on a city roadway but provides no further details about the driver or vehicle.
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Driver's Sedan Crumples Front on Hempstead Ave▸Aug 30 - The driver of a westbound sedan hit center-front on Hempstead Ave near the Cross Island Parkway. Two occupants were hurt. Police cited reaction to an uninvolved vehicle and limited view.
The driver of a 2013 Nissan sedan was traveling west on Hempstead Ave near the Cross Island Parkway when the vehicle suffered a center-front impact. Two occupants were hurt. The 51-year-old driver reported chest pain and shock, and an 84-year-old male occupant was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "View Obstructed/Limited." Police recorded the driver’s reaction to an uninvolved vehicle and limited sight lines as central to the crash. The report lists no pedestrians or cyclists and records damage concentrated at the center front.
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Cross Island Parkway Sedan Crash Injures Driver▸Aug 28 - Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway at 11:30 p.m. A 39-year-old driver suffered a neck bruise. Police marked causes as Unspecified. Another person was listed with unknown injury. Impact hit a Tesla's right-rear quarter.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway at 11:30 p.m. One driver, 39, was hurt. He had a neck contusion and was conscious. Another person was listed as an occupant with unspecified injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. Police recorded impact to the right rear quarter panel of a 2024 Tesla sedan traveling south. The report lists the driver as licensed in New York. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as "Unspecified" for those listed. No pedestrians or cyclists were noted in the report.
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Driver Dozes, Crashes Into Parked BMW▸Aug 28 - A 19-year-old driver of an eastbound sedan on Jamaica Ave dozed and struck a parked BMW at 210 St. He suffered head trauma and was semiconscious. Police recorded "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor.
The driver of a Toyota sedan traveling east on Jamaica Ave struck a parked BMW near 210 St. The 19-year-old male driver was injured, semiconscious, with head trauma and a complaint of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Fell Asleep." Police data list the moving sedan's point of impact as the right front bumper and the parked BMW's left front quarter panel. Driver errors identified in the report: Fell Asleep. Safety equipment for the driver was recorded as "None." No other persons are listed as injured in the data.
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Two SUVs Collide at 210 Place, Queens▸Aug 24 - Two SUVs collided at 210 Place and 91 Ave. A 31-year-old driver suffered neck pain. Two rear-seat children, ages 12 and 13, were hurt. An infant passenger was listed with an unspecified injury. Police logged contributing factors as unspecified.
Two SUVs crashed at 210 Place and 91 Ave. A 31-year-old driver reported neck injury and whiplash. Two rear-seat passengers, ages 12 and 13, were hurt. An infant passenger was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, "Both vehicles were going straight, one northbound and one westbound, with impact to the Nissan's left front bumper and the Honda's right rear quarter panel. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'" The report records no coded driver errors beyond that. No helmet or signal issues are cited in the police data.
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Unsafe lane change injures child▸Aug 23 - Two sedans going east collided at Hempstead Ave. A hard hit. A toddler in the back seat hurt. Another driver suffered head pain. Police cite unsafe lane changing and distraction. Queens night. Screech. Metal. Fear.
Two eastbound sedans collided near 220-04 Hempstead Ave in Queens. A 2-year-old rear-seat passenger was injured, and a 34-year-old driver reported head pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Lane Changing.” The report also lists “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” These driver errors led to a center-front impact between the cars, with damage to front ends. Multiple occupants were involved; one driver and the child were recorded as injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were struck in this crash.
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SUV lane change ends in injury▸Aug 17 - Eastbound Jeep on Grand Central Parkway changes lanes and hits. Back end crushed. Driver, 57, hurt. Night on the parkway. Metal, speed, and pain in Queens.
An eastbound 2010 Jeep SUV changed lanes on the Grand Central Parkway in Queens and struck another vehicle, with impact and damage to the Jeep’s center back end. The 57-year-old male driver was injured with neck and crush injuries. According to the police report, the Jeep was “Changing Lanes” before the crash and the point of impact was the “Center Back End.” The data lists no pedestrian or cyclist victims, but a driver was hurt. The report does not list specific contributing factors like Failure to Yield or Unsafe Lane Change, yet the maneuver and rear impact show the danger in this move. No other contributing factors are noted.
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Unlicensed Driver, Alcohol in Two-SUV Crash▸Aug 17 - Two SUVs collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. The driver of one SUV hit the other's left front. A 71-year-old front passenger and a 72-year-old driver were injured. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement and an unlicensed driver.
The driver of one SUV hit the left front of another while both were traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. A 72-year-old man driving one SUV and a 71-year-old front-seat passenger were injured; reported injuries include back and neck complaints. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. The report also lists an "Unlicensed" driver for one vehicle. Police recorded those driver failures. Damage is noted to a right rear bumper and a left front quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the report.
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SUV strikes boy on Springfield Boulevard▸Aug 14 - An SUV going south on Springfield Blvd hit a 13-year-old crossing near 111 Ave. The right front took the blow. The boy suffered a head injury. Sirens cut the night. Queens pavement bears the mark.
A southbound SUV on Springfield Boulevard near 111 Avenue struck a 13-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a head injury and was listed as injured. The SUV showed damage on the right-front quarter. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” No driver charges were recorded in the data. The record does not cite common driver failures like Failure to Yield or Driver Inattention/Distraction, and gives no signal information. The system still put a teen in the path of a heavy SUV at speed on a boulevard built for cars.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to use a compliance checklist and levy maximum fines on unlicensed commuter vans. Punitive enforcement may cut informal transit, push riders to cars and ride‑hail, and raise vehicle volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists.
Bill: Int 1347-2025. Status: Sponsorship; sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred August 14, 2025. The matter: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams; co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. The law orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist and requires officers to issue maximum fines for each violation. It takes effect 120 days after enactment. A safety assessment warns this punitive approach may reduce informal transit in underserved areas, shift trips to private cars and ride‑hail, and increase traffic volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists; it adds policing without system-wide safety gains.
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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 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to cite unlicensed commuter vans and levy maximum fines. It will likely shrink shared rides in transit deserts. Trips will shift to private cars and ride-hail. Pedestrians and cyclists face more exposure on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on August 14, 2025. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams introduced the bill. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis joined her. The bill orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a compliance checklist and requires officers to issue maximum penalties for every listed violation. Analysts warn punitive enforcement and steep fines will likely reduce shared transit options in transit deserts, push trips to private cars and ride-hail, and increase traffic exposure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing policing over safer operations or street redesign without clear system-wide safety gains.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
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SUV Left Turn Rear-Ended By Sedan▸Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
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SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
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Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 30 - The driver of a westbound sedan hit center-front on Hempstead Ave near the Cross Island Parkway. Two occupants were hurt. Police cited reaction to an uninvolved vehicle and limited view.
The driver of a 2013 Nissan sedan was traveling west on Hempstead Ave near the Cross Island Parkway when the vehicle suffered a center-front impact. Two occupants were hurt. The 51-year-old driver reported chest pain and shock, and an 84-year-old male occupant was also injured. According to the police report, the contributing factors were "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" and "View Obstructed/Limited." Police recorded the driver’s reaction to an uninvolved vehicle and limited sight lines as central to the crash. The report lists no pedestrians or cyclists and records damage concentrated at the center front.
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Cross Island Parkway Sedan Crash Injures Driver▸Aug 28 - Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway at 11:30 p.m. A 39-year-old driver suffered a neck bruise. Police marked causes as Unspecified. Another person was listed with unknown injury. Impact hit a Tesla's right-rear quarter.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway at 11:30 p.m. One driver, 39, was hurt. He had a neck contusion and was conscious. Another person was listed as an occupant with unspecified injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. Police recorded impact to the right rear quarter panel of a 2024 Tesla sedan traveling south. The report lists the driver as licensed in New York. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as "Unspecified" for those listed. No pedestrians or cyclists were noted in the report.
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Driver Dozes, Crashes Into Parked BMW▸Aug 28 - A 19-year-old driver of an eastbound sedan on Jamaica Ave dozed and struck a parked BMW at 210 St. He suffered head trauma and was semiconscious. Police recorded "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor.
The driver of a Toyota sedan traveling east on Jamaica Ave struck a parked BMW near 210 St. The 19-year-old male driver was injured, semiconscious, with head trauma and a complaint of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Fell Asleep." Police data list the moving sedan's point of impact as the right front bumper and the parked BMW's left front quarter panel. Driver errors identified in the report: Fell Asleep. Safety equipment for the driver was recorded as "None." No other persons are listed as injured in the data.
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Two SUVs Collide at 210 Place, Queens▸Aug 24 - Two SUVs collided at 210 Place and 91 Ave. A 31-year-old driver suffered neck pain. Two rear-seat children, ages 12 and 13, were hurt. An infant passenger was listed with an unspecified injury. Police logged contributing factors as unspecified.
Two SUVs crashed at 210 Place and 91 Ave. A 31-year-old driver reported neck injury and whiplash. Two rear-seat passengers, ages 12 and 13, were hurt. An infant passenger was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, "Both vehicles were going straight, one northbound and one westbound, with impact to the Nissan's left front bumper and the Honda's right rear quarter panel. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'" The report records no coded driver errors beyond that. No helmet or signal issues are cited in the police data.
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Unsafe lane change injures child▸Aug 23 - Two sedans going east collided at Hempstead Ave. A hard hit. A toddler in the back seat hurt. Another driver suffered head pain. Police cite unsafe lane changing and distraction. Queens night. Screech. Metal. Fear.
Two eastbound sedans collided near 220-04 Hempstead Ave in Queens. A 2-year-old rear-seat passenger was injured, and a 34-year-old driver reported head pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Lane Changing.” The report also lists “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” These driver errors led to a center-front impact between the cars, with damage to front ends. Multiple occupants were involved; one driver and the child were recorded as injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were struck in this crash.
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SUV lane change ends in injury▸Aug 17 - Eastbound Jeep on Grand Central Parkway changes lanes and hits. Back end crushed. Driver, 57, hurt. Night on the parkway. Metal, speed, and pain in Queens.
An eastbound 2010 Jeep SUV changed lanes on the Grand Central Parkway in Queens and struck another vehicle, with impact and damage to the Jeep’s center back end. The 57-year-old male driver was injured with neck and crush injuries. According to the police report, the Jeep was “Changing Lanes” before the crash and the point of impact was the “Center Back End.” The data lists no pedestrian or cyclist victims, but a driver was hurt. The report does not list specific contributing factors like Failure to Yield or Unsafe Lane Change, yet the maneuver and rear impact show the danger in this move. No other contributing factors are noted.
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Unlicensed Driver, Alcohol in Two-SUV Crash▸Aug 17 - Two SUVs collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. The driver of one SUV hit the other's left front. A 71-year-old front passenger and a 72-year-old driver were injured. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement and an unlicensed driver.
The driver of one SUV hit the left front of another while both were traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. A 72-year-old man driving one SUV and a 71-year-old front-seat passenger were injured; reported injuries include back and neck complaints. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. The report also lists an "Unlicensed" driver for one vehicle. Police recorded those driver failures. Damage is noted to a right rear bumper and a left front quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the report.
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SUV strikes boy on Springfield Boulevard▸Aug 14 - An SUV going south on Springfield Blvd hit a 13-year-old crossing near 111 Ave. The right front took the blow. The boy suffered a head injury. Sirens cut the night. Queens pavement bears the mark.
A southbound SUV on Springfield Boulevard near 111 Avenue struck a 13-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a head injury and was listed as injured. The SUV showed damage on the right-front quarter. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” No driver charges were recorded in the data. The record does not cite common driver failures like Failure to Yield or Driver Inattention/Distraction, and gives no signal information. The system still put a teen in the path of a heavy SUV at speed on a boulevard built for cars.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to use a compliance checklist and levy maximum fines on unlicensed commuter vans. Punitive enforcement may cut informal transit, push riders to cars and ride‑hail, and raise vehicle volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists.
Bill: Int 1347-2025. Status: Sponsorship; sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred August 14, 2025. The matter: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams; co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. The law orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist and requires officers to issue maximum fines for each violation. It takes effect 120 days after enactment. A safety assessment warns this punitive approach may reduce informal transit in underserved areas, shift trips to private cars and ride‑hail, and increase traffic volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists; it adds policing without system-wide safety gains.
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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 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to cite unlicensed commuter vans and levy maximum fines. It will likely shrink shared rides in transit deserts. Trips will shift to private cars and ride-hail. Pedestrians and cyclists face more exposure on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on August 14, 2025. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams introduced the bill. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis joined her. The bill orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a compliance checklist and requires officers to issue maximum penalties for every listed violation. Analysts warn punitive enforcement and steep fines will likely reduce shared transit options in transit deserts, push trips to private cars and ride-hail, and increase traffic exposure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing policing over safer operations or street redesign without clear system-wide safety gains.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
7
SUV Left Turn Rear-Ended By Sedan▸Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
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SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
29
Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 28 - Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway at 11:30 p.m. A 39-year-old driver suffered a neck bruise. Police marked causes as Unspecified. Another person was listed with unknown injury. Impact hit a Tesla's right-rear quarter.
Two sedans collided on Cross Island Parkway at 11:30 p.m. One driver, 39, was hurt. He had a neck contusion and was conscious. Another person was listed as an occupant with unspecified injury. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead before impact. Police recorded impact to the right rear quarter panel of a 2024 Tesla sedan traveling south. The report lists the driver as licensed in New York. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as "Unspecified" for those listed. No pedestrians or cyclists were noted in the report.
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Driver Dozes, Crashes Into Parked BMW▸Aug 28 - A 19-year-old driver of an eastbound sedan on Jamaica Ave dozed and struck a parked BMW at 210 St. He suffered head trauma and was semiconscious. Police recorded "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor.
The driver of a Toyota sedan traveling east on Jamaica Ave struck a parked BMW near 210 St. The 19-year-old male driver was injured, semiconscious, with head trauma and a complaint of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Fell Asleep." Police data list the moving sedan's point of impact as the right front bumper and the parked BMW's left front quarter panel. Driver errors identified in the report: Fell Asleep. Safety equipment for the driver was recorded as "None." No other persons are listed as injured in the data.
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Two SUVs Collide at 210 Place, Queens▸Aug 24 - Two SUVs collided at 210 Place and 91 Ave. A 31-year-old driver suffered neck pain. Two rear-seat children, ages 12 and 13, were hurt. An infant passenger was listed with an unspecified injury. Police logged contributing factors as unspecified.
Two SUVs crashed at 210 Place and 91 Ave. A 31-year-old driver reported neck injury and whiplash. Two rear-seat passengers, ages 12 and 13, were hurt. An infant passenger was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, "Both vehicles were going straight, one northbound and one westbound, with impact to the Nissan's left front bumper and the Honda's right rear quarter panel. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'" The report records no coded driver errors beyond that. No helmet or signal issues are cited in the police data.
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Unsafe lane change injures child▸Aug 23 - Two sedans going east collided at Hempstead Ave. A hard hit. A toddler in the back seat hurt. Another driver suffered head pain. Police cite unsafe lane changing and distraction. Queens night. Screech. Metal. Fear.
Two eastbound sedans collided near 220-04 Hempstead Ave in Queens. A 2-year-old rear-seat passenger was injured, and a 34-year-old driver reported head pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Lane Changing.” The report also lists “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” These driver errors led to a center-front impact between the cars, with damage to front ends. Multiple occupants were involved; one driver and the child were recorded as injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were struck in this crash.
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SUV lane change ends in injury▸Aug 17 - Eastbound Jeep on Grand Central Parkway changes lanes and hits. Back end crushed. Driver, 57, hurt. Night on the parkway. Metal, speed, and pain in Queens.
An eastbound 2010 Jeep SUV changed lanes on the Grand Central Parkway in Queens and struck another vehicle, with impact and damage to the Jeep’s center back end. The 57-year-old male driver was injured with neck and crush injuries. According to the police report, the Jeep was “Changing Lanes” before the crash and the point of impact was the “Center Back End.” The data lists no pedestrian or cyclist victims, but a driver was hurt. The report does not list specific contributing factors like Failure to Yield or Unsafe Lane Change, yet the maneuver and rear impact show the danger in this move. No other contributing factors are noted.
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Unlicensed Driver, Alcohol in Two-SUV Crash▸Aug 17 - Two SUVs collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. The driver of one SUV hit the other's left front. A 71-year-old front passenger and a 72-year-old driver were injured. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement and an unlicensed driver.
The driver of one SUV hit the left front of another while both were traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. A 72-year-old man driving one SUV and a 71-year-old front-seat passenger were injured; reported injuries include back and neck complaints. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. The report also lists an "Unlicensed" driver for one vehicle. Police recorded those driver failures. Damage is noted to a right rear bumper and a left front quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the report.
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SUV strikes boy on Springfield Boulevard▸Aug 14 - An SUV going south on Springfield Blvd hit a 13-year-old crossing near 111 Ave. The right front took the blow. The boy suffered a head injury. Sirens cut the night. Queens pavement bears the mark.
A southbound SUV on Springfield Boulevard near 111 Avenue struck a 13-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a head injury and was listed as injured. The SUV showed damage on the right-front quarter. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” No driver charges were recorded in the data. The record does not cite common driver failures like Failure to Yield or Driver Inattention/Distraction, and gives no signal information. The system still put a teen in the path of a heavy SUV at speed on a boulevard built for cars.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to use a compliance checklist and levy maximum fines on unlicensed commuter vans. Punitive enforcement may cut informal transit, push riders to cars and ride‑hail, and raise vehicle volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists.
Bill: Int 1347-2025. Status: Sponsorship; sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred August 14, 2025. The matter: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams; co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. The law orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist and requires officers to issue maximum fines for each violation. It takes effect 120 days after enactment. A safety assessment warns this punitive approach may reduce informal transit in underserved areas, shift trips to private cars and ride‑hail, and increase traffic volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists; it adds policing without system-wide safety gains.
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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 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to cite unlicensed commuter vans and levy maximum fines. It will likely shrink shared rides in transit deserts. Trips will shift to private cars and ride-hail. Pedestrians and cyclists face more exposure on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on August 14, 2025. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams introduced the bill. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis joined her. The bill orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a compliance checklist and requires officers to issue maximum penalties for every listed violation. Analysts warn punitive enforcement and steep fines will likely reduce shared transit options in transit deserts, push trips to private cars and ride-hail, and increase traffic exposure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing policing over safer operations or street redesign without clear system-wide safety gains.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
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SUV Left Turn Rear-Ended By Sedan▸Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
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SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
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Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 28 - A 19-year-old driver of an eastbound sedan on Jamaica Ave dozed and struck a parked BMW at 210 St. He suffered head trauma and was semiconscious. Police recorded "Fell Asleep" as the contributing factor.
The driver of a Toyota sedan traveling east on Jamaica Ave struck a parked BMW near 210 St. The 19-year-old male driver was injured, semiconscious, with head trauma and a complaint of whiplash. According to the police report, the contributing factor was "Fell Asleep." Police data list the moving sedan's point of impact as the right front bumper and the parked BMW's left front quarter panel. Driver errors identified in the report: Fell Asleep. Safety equipment for the driver was recorded as "None." No other persons are listed as injured in the data.
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Two SUVs Collide at 210 Place, Queens▸Aug 24 - Two SUVs collided at 210 Place and 91 Ave. A 31-year-old driver suffered neck pain. Two rear-seat children, ages 12 and 13, were hurt. An infant passenger was listed with an unspecified injury. Police logged contributing factors as unspecified.
Two SUVs crashed at 210 Place and 91 Ave. A 31-year-old driver reported neck injury and whiplash. Two rear-seat passengers, ages 12 and 13, were hurt. An infant passenger was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, "Both vehicles were going straight, one northbound and one westbound, with impact to the Nissan's left front bumper and the Honda's right rear quarter panel. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'" The report records no coded driver errors beyond that. No helmet or signal issues are cited in the police data.
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Unsafe lane change injures child▸Aug 23 - Two sedans going east collided at Hempstead Ave. A hard hit. A toddler in the back seat hurt. Another driver suffered head pain. Police cite unsafe lane changing and distraction. Queens night. Screech. Metal. Fear.
Two eastbound sedans collided near 220-04 Hempstead Ave in Queens. A 2-year-old rear-seat passenger was injured, and a 34-year-old driver reported head pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Lane Changing.” The report also lists “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” These driver errors led to a center-front impact between the cars, with damage to front ends. Multiple occupants were involved; one driver and the child were recorded as injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were struck in this crash.
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SUV lane change ends in injury▸Aug 17 - Eastbound Jeep on Grand Central Parkway changes lanes and hits. Back end crushed. Driver, 57, hurt. Night on the parkway. Metal, speed, and pain in Queens.
An eastbound 2010 Jeep SUV changed lanes on the Grand Central Parkway in Queens and struck another vehicle, with impact and damage to the Jeep’s center back end. The 57-year-old male driver was injured with neck and crush injuries. According to the police report, the Jeep was “Changing Lanes” before the crash and the point of impact was the “Center Back End.” The data lists no pedestrian or cyclist victims, but a driver was hurt. The report does not list specific contributing factors like Failure to Yield or Unsafe Lane Change, yet the maneuver and rear impact show the danger in this move. No other contributing factors are noted.
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Unlicensed Driver, Alcohol in Two-SUV Crash▸Aug 17 - Two SUVs collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. The driver of one SUV hit the other's left front. A 71-year-old front passenger and a 72-year-old driver were injured. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement and an unlicensed driver.
The driver of one SUV hit the left front of another while both were traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. A 72-year-old man driving one SUV and a 71-year-old front-seat passenger were injured; reported injuries include back and neck complaints. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. The report also lists an "Unlicensed" driver for one vehicle. Police recorded those driver failures. Damage is noted to a right rear bumper and a left front quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the report.
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SUV strikes boy on Springfield Boulevard▸Aug 14 - An SUV going south on Springfield Blvd hit a 13-year-old crossing near 111 Ave. The right front took the blow. The boy suffered a head injury. Sirens cut the night. Queens pavement bears the mark.
A southbound SUV on Springfield Boulevard near 111 Avenue struck a 13-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a head injury and was listed as injured. The SUV showed damage on the right-front quarter. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” No driver charges were recorded in the data. The record does not cite common driver failures like Failure to Yield or Driver Inattention/Distraction, and gives no signal information. The system still put a teen in the path of a heavy SUV at speed on a boulevard built for cars.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to use a compliance checklist and levy maximum fines on unlicensed commuter vans. Punitive enforcement may cut informal transit, push riders to cars and ride‑hail, and raise vehicle volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists.
Bill: Int 1347-2025. Status: Sponsorship; sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred August 14, 2025. The matter: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams; co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. The law orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist and requires officers to issue maximum fines for each violation. It takes effect 120 days after enactment. A safety assessment warns this punitive approach may reduce informal transit in underserved areas, shift trips to private cars and ride‑hail, and increase traffic volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists; it adds policing without system-wide safety gains.
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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 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to cite unlicensed commuter vans and levy maximum fines. It will likely shrink shared rides in transit deserts. Trips will shift to private cars and ride-hail. Pedestrians and cyclists face more exposure on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on August 14, 2025. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams introduced the bill. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis joined her. The bill orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a compliance checklist and requires officers to issue maximum penalties for every listed violation. Analysts warn punitive enforcement and steep fines will likely reduce shared transit options in transit deserts, push trips to private cars and ride-hail, and increase traffic exposure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing policing over safer operations or street redesign without clear system-wide safety gains.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
7
SUV Left Turn Rear-Ended By Sedan▸Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
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SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
29
Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 24 - Two SUVs collided at 210 Place and 91 Ave. A 31-year-old driver suffered neck pain. Two rear-seat children, ages 12 and 13, were hurt. An infant passenger was listed with an unspecified injury. Police logged contributing factors as unspecified.
Two SUVs crashed at 210 Place and 91 Ave. A 31-year-old driver reported neck injury and whiplash. Two rear-seat passengers, ages 12 and 13, were hurt. An infant passenger was listed with an unspecified injury. According to the police report, "Both vehicles were going straight, one northbound and one westbound, with impact to the Nissan's left front bumper and the Honda's right rear quarter panel. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'" The report records no coded driver errors beyond that. No helmet or signal issues are cited in the police data.
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Unsafe lane change injures child▸Aug 23 - Two sedans going east collided at Hempstead Ave. A hard hit. A toddler in the back seat hurt. Another driver suffered head pain. Police cite unsafe lane changing and distraction. Queens night. Screech. Metal. Fear.
Two eastbound sedans collided near 220-04 Hempstead Ave in Queens. A 2-year-old rear-seat passenger was injured, and a 34-year-old driver reported head pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Lane Changing.” The report also lists “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” These driver errors led to a center-front impact between the cars, with damage to front ends. Multiple occupants were involved; one driver and the child were recorded as injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were struck in this crash.
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SUV lane change ends in injury▸Aug 17 - Eastbound Jeep on Grand Central Parkway changes lanes and hits. Back end crushed. Driver, 57, hurt. Night on the parkway. Metal, speed, and pain in Queens.
An eastbound 2010 Jeep SUV changed lanes on the Grand Central Parkway in Queens and struck another vehicle, with impact and damage to the Jeep’s center back end. The 57-year-old male driver was injured with neck and crush injuries. According to the police report, the Jeep was “Changing Lanes” before the crash and the point of impact was the “Center Back End.” The data lists no pedestrian or cyclist victims, but a driver was hurt. The report does not list specific contributing factors like Failure to Yield or Unsafe Lane Change, yet the maneuver and rear impact show the danger in this move. No other contributing factors are noted.
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Unlicensed Driver, Alcohol in Two-SUV Crash▸Aug 17 - Two SUVs collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. The driver of one SUV hit the other's left front. A 71-year-old front passenger and a 72-year-old driver were injured. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement and an unlicensed driver.
The driver of one SUV hit the left front of another while both were traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. A 72-year-old man driving one SUV and a 71-year-old front-seat passenger were injured; reported injuries include back and neck complaints. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. The report also lists an "Unlicensed" driver for one vehicle. Police recorded those driver failures. Damage is noted to a right rear bumper and a left front quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the report.
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SUV strikes boy on Springfield Boulevard▸Aug 14 - An SUV going south on Springfield Blvd hit a 13-year-old crossing near 111 Ave. The right front took the blow. The boy suffered a head injury. Sirens cut the night. Queens pavement bears the mark.
A southbound SUV on Springfield Boulevard near 111 Avenue struck a 13-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a head injury and was listed as injured. The SUV showed damage on the right-front quarter. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” No driver charges were recorded in the data. The record does not cite common driver failures like Failure to Yield or Driver Inattention/Distraction, and gives no signal information. The system still put a teen in the path of a heavy SUV at speed on a boulevard built for cars.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to use a compliance checklist and levy maximum fines on unlicensed commuter vans. Punitive enforcement may cut informal transit, push riders to cars and ride‑hail, and raise vehicle volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists.
Bill: Int 1347-2025. Status: Sponsorship; sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred August 14, 2025. The matter: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams; co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. The law orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist and requires officers to issue maximum fines for each violation. It takes effect 120 days after enactment. A safety assessment warns this punitive approach may reduce informal transit in underserved areas, shift trips to private cars and ride‑hail, and increase traffic volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists; it adds policing without system-wide safety gains.
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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 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to cite unlicensed commuter vans and levy maximum fines. It will likely shrink shared rides in transit deserts. Trips will shift to private cars and ride-hail. Pedestrians and cyclists face more exposure on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on August 14, 2025. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams introduced the bill. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis joined her. The bill orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a compliance checklist and requires officers to issue maximum penalties for every listed violation. Analysts warn punitive enforcement and steep fines will likely reduce shared transit options in transit deserts, push trips to private cars and ride-hail, and increase traffic exposure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing policing over safer operations or street redesign without clear system-wide safety gains.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
7
SUV Left Turn Rear-Ended By Sedan▸Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
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SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
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Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 23 - Two sedans going east collided at Hempstead Ave. A hard hit. A toddler in the back seat hurt. Another driver suffered head pain. Police cite unsafe lane changing and distraction. Queens night. Screech. Metal. Fear.
Two eastbound sedans collided near 220-04 Hempstead Ave in Queens. A 2-year-old rear-seat passenger was injured, and a 34-year-old driver reported head pain. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Lane Changing.” The report also lists “Driver Inattention/Distraction.” These driver errors led to a center-front impact between the cars, with damage to front ends. Multiple occupants were involved; one driver and the child were recorded as injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were struck in this crash.
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SUV lane change ends in injury▸Aug 17 - Eastbound Jeep on Grand Central Parkway changes lanes and hits. Back end crushed. Driver, 57, hurt. Night on the parkway. Metal, speed, and pain in Queens.
An eastbound 2010 Jeep SUV changed lanes on the Grand Central Parkway in Queens and struck another vehicle, with impact and damage to the Jeep’s center back end. The 57-year-old male driver was injured with neck and crush injuries. According to the police report, the Jeep was “Changing Lanes” before the crash and the point of impact was the “Center Back End.” The data lists no pedestrian or cyclist victims, but a driver was hurt. The report does not list specific contributing factors like Failure to Yield or Unsafe Lane Change, yet the maneuver and rear impact show the danger in this move. No other contributing factors are noted.
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Unlicensed Driver, Alcohol in Two-SUV Crash▸Aug 17 - Two SUVs collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. The driver of one SUV hit the other's left front. A 71-year-old front passenger and a 72-year-old driver were injured. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement and an unlicensed driver.
The driver of one SUV hit the left front of another while both were traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. A 72-year-old man driving one SUV and a 71-year-old front-seat passenger were injured; reported injuries include back and neck complaints. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. The report also lists an "Unlicensed" driver for one vehicle. Police recorded those driver failures. Damage is noted to a right rear bumper and a left front quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the report.
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SUV strikes boy on Springfield Boulevard▸Aug 14 - An SUV going south on Springfield Blvd hit a 13-year-old crossing near 111 Ave. The right front took the blow. The boy suffered a head injury. Sirens cut the night. Queens pavement bears the mark.
A southbound SUV on Springfield Boulevard near 111 Avenue struck a 13-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a head injury and was listed as injured. The SUV showed damage on the right-front quarter. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” No driver charges were recorded in the data. The record does not cite common driver failures like Failure to Yield or Driver Inattention/Distraction, and gives no signal information. The system still put a teen in the path of a heavy SUV at speed on a boulevard built for cars.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to use a compliance checklist and levy maximum fines on unlicensed commuter vans. Punitive enforcement may cut informal transit, push riders to cars and ride‑hail, and raise vehicle volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists.
Bill: Int 1347-2025. Status: Sponsorship; sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred August 14, 2025. The matter: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams; co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. The law orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist and requires officers to issue maximum fines for each violation. It takes effect 120 days after enactment. A safety assessment warns this punitive approach may reduce informal transit in underserved areas, shift trips to private cars and ride‑hail, and increase traffic volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists; it adds policing without system-wide safety gains.
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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 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to cite unlicensed commuter vans and levy maximum fines. It will likely shrink shared rides in transit deserts. Trips will shift to private cars and ride-hail. Pedestrians and cyclists face more exposure on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on August 14, 2025. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams introduced the bill. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis joined her. The bill orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a compliance checklist and requires officers to issue maximum penalties for every listed violation. Analysts warn punitive enforcement and steep fines will likely reduce shared transit options in transit deserts, push trips to private cars and ride-hail, and increase traffic exposure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing policing over safer operations or street redesign without clear system-wide safety gains.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
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SUV Left Turn Rear-Ended By Sedan▸Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
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SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
29
Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 17 - Eastbound Jeep on Grand Central Parkway changes lanes and hits. Back end crushed. Driver, 57, hurt. Night on the parkway. Metal, speed, and pain in Queens.
An eastbound 2010 Jeep SUV changed lanes on the Grand Central Parkway in Queens and struck another vehicle, with impact and damage to the Jeep’s center back end. The 57-year-old male driver was injured with neck and crush injuries. According to the police report, the Jeep was “Changing Lanes” before the crash and the point of impact was the “Center Back End.” The data lists no pedestrian or cyclist victims, but a driver was hurt. The report does not list specific contributing factors like Failure to Yield or Unsafe Lane Change, yet the maneuver and rear impact show the danger in this move. No other contributing factors are noted.
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Unlicensed Driver, Alcohol in Two-SUV Crash▸Aug 17 - Two SUVs collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. The driver of one SUV hit the other's left front. A 71-year-old front passenger and a 72-year-old driver were injured. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement and an unlicensed driver.
The driver of one SUV hit the left front of another while both were traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. A 72-year-old man driving one SUV and a 71-year-old front-seat passenger were injured; reported injuries include back and neck complaints. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. The report also lists an "Unlicensed" driver for one vehicle. Police recorded those driver failures. Damage is noted to a right rear bumper and a left front quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the report.
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SUV strikes boy on Springfield Boulevard▸Aug 14 - An SUV going south on Springfield Blvd hit a 13-year-old crossing near 111 Ave. The right front took the blow. The boy suffered a head injury. Sirens cut the night. Queens pavement bears the mark.
A southbound SUV on Springfield Boulevard near 111 Avenue struck a 13-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a head injury and was listed as injured. The SUV showed damage on the right-front quarter. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” No driver charges were recorded in the data. The record does not cite common driver failures like Failure to Yield or Driver Inattention/Distraction, and gives no signal information. The system still put a teen in the path of a heavy SUV at speed on a boulevard built for cars.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to use a compliance checklist and levy maximum fines on unlicensed commuter vans. Punitive enforcement may cut informal transit, push riders to cars and ride‑hail, and raise vehicle volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists.
Bill: Int 1347-2025. Status: Sponsorship; sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred August 14, 2025. The matter: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams; co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. The law orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist and requires officers to issue maximum fines for each violation. It takes effect 120 days after enactment. A safety assessment warns this punitive approach may reduce informal transit in underserved areas, shift trips to private cars and ride‑hail, and increase traffic volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists; it adds policing without system-wide safety gains.
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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 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to cite unlicensed commuter vans and levy maximum fines. It will likely shrink shared rides in transit deserts. Trips will shift to private cars and ride-hail. Pedestrians and cyclists face more exposure on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on August 14, 2025. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams introduced the bill. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis joined her. The bill orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a compliance checklist and requires officers to issue maximum penalties for every listed violation. Analysts warn punitive enforcement and steep fines will likely reduce shared transit options in transit deserts, push trips to private cars and ride-hail, and increase traffic exposure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing policing over safer operations or street redesign without clear system-wide safety gains.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
7
SUV Left Turn Rear-Ended By Sedan▸Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
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SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
29
Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
22
Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 17 - Two SUVs collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. The driver of one SUV hit the other's left front. A 71-year-old front passenger and a 72-year-old driver were injured. Police recorded Alcohol Involvement and an unlicensed driver.
The driver of one SUV hit the left front of another while both were traveling north on Cross Island Parkway. A 72-year-old man driving one SUV and a 71-year-old front-seat passenger were injured; reported injuries include back and neck complaints. According to the police report, "Alcohol Involvement" was a contributing factor. The report also lists an "Unlicensed" driver for one vehicle. Police recorded those driver failures. Damage is noted to a right rear bumper and a left front quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists are listed in the report.
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SUV strikes boy on Springfield Boulevard▸Aug 14 - An SUV going south on Springfield Blvd hit a 13-year-old crossing near 111 Ave. The right front took the blow. The boy suffered a head injury. Sirens cut the night. Queens pavement bears the mark.
A southbound SUV on Springfield Boulevard near 111 Avenue struck a 13-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a head injury and was listed as injured. The SUV showed damage on the right-front quarter. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” No driver charges were recorded in the data. The record does not cite common driver failures like Failure to Yield or Driver Inattention/Distraction, and gives no signal information. The system still put a teen in the path of a heavy SUV at speed on a boulevard built for cars.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to use a compliance checklist and levy maximum fines on unlicensed commuter vans. Punitive enforcement may cut informal transit, push riders to cars and ride‑hail, and raise vehicle volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists.
Bill: Int 1347-2025. Status: Sponsorship; sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred August 14, 2025. The matter: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams; co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. The law orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist and requires officers to issue maximum fines for each violation. It takes effect 120 days after enactment. A safety assessment warns this punitive approach may reduce informal transit in underserved areas, shift trips to private cars and ride‑hail, and increase traffic volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists; it adds policing without system-wide safety gains.
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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 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to cite unlicensed commuter vans and levy maximum fines. It will likely shrink shared rides in transit deserts. Trips will shift to private cars and ride-hail. Pedestrians and cyclists face more exposure on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on August 14, 2025. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams introduced the bill. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis joined her. The bill orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a compliance checklist and requires officers to issue maximum penalties for every listed violation. Analysts warn punitive enforcement and steep fines will likely reduce shared transit options in transit deserts, push trips to private cars and ride-hail, and increase traffic exposure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing policing over safer operations or street redesign without clear system-wide safety gains.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
7
SUV Left Turn Rear-Ended By Sedan▸Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
7
Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
5
SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
29
Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
22
Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
18
Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 14 - An SUV going south on Springfield Blvd hit a 13-year-old crossing near 111 Ave. The right front took the blow. The boy suffered a head injury. Sirens cut the night. Queens pavement bears the mark.
A southbound SUV on Springfield Boulevard near 111 Avenue struck a 13-year-old pedestrian. The boy sustained a head injury and was listed as injured. The SUV showed damage on the right-front quarter. According to the police report, the listed contributing factor was “Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.” No driver charges were recorded in the data. The record does not cite common driver failures like Failure to Yield or Driver Inattention/Distraction, and gives no signal information. The system still put a teen in the path of a heavy SUV at speed on a boulevard built for cars.
14Int 1347-2025
Williams is primary sponsor of unlicensed commuter van crackdown, worsening overall safety.▸Aug 14 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to use a compliance checklist and levy maximum fines on unlicensed commuter vans. Punitive enforcement may cut informal transit, push riders to cars and ride‑hail, and raise vehicle volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists.
Bill: Int 1347-2025. Status: Sponsorship; sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred August 14, 2025. The matter: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams; co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. The law orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist and requires officers to issue maximum fines for each violation. It takes effect 120 days after enactment. A safety assessment warns this punitive approach may reduce informal transit in underserved areas, shift trips to private cars and ride‑hail, and increase traffic volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists; it adds policing without system-wide safety gains.
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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 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to cite unlicensed commuter vans and levy maximum fines. It will likely shrink shared rides in transit deserts. Trips will shift to private cars and ride-hail. Pedestrians and cyclists face more exposure on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on August 14, 2025. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams introduced the bill. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis joined her. The bill orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a compliance checklist and requires officers to issue maximum penalties for every listed violation. Analysts warn punitive enforcement and steep fines will likely reduce shared transit options in transit deserts, push trips to private cars and ride-hail, and increase traffic exposure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing policing over safer operations or street redesign without clear system-wide safety gains.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
7
SUV Left Turn Rear-Ended By Sedan▸Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
7
Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
5
SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
29
Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
22
Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
18
Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 14 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to use a compliance checklist and levy maximum fines on unlicensed commuter vans. Punitive enforcement may cut informal transit, push riders to cars and ride‑hail, and raise vehicle volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists.
Bill: Int 1347-2025. Status: Sponsorship; sits in the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Introduced and referred August 14, 2025. The matter: "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams; co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, and Chris Banks. The law orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a checklist and requires officers to issue maximum fines for each violation. It takes effect 120 days after enactment. A safety assessment warns this punitive approach may reduce informal transit in underserved areas, shift trips to private cars and ride‑hail, and increase traffic volumes that endanger pedestrians and cyclists; it adds policing without system-wide safety gains.
- 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 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to cite unlicensed commuter vans and levy maximum fines. It will likely shrink shared rides in transit deserts. Trips will shift to private cars and ride-hail. Pedestrians and cyclists face more exposure on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on August 14, 2025. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams introduced the bill. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis joined her. The bill orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a compliance checklist and requires officers to issue maximum penalties for every listed violation. Analysts warn punitive enforcement and steep fines will likely reduce shared transit options in transit deserts, push trips to private cars and ride-hail, and increase traffic exposure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing policing over safer operations or street redesign without clear system-wide safety gains.
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File Int 1347-2025,
NYC Council – Legistar,
Published 2025-08-14
13
Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
7
SUV Left Turn Rear-Ended By Sedan▸Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
7
Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
5
SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
1
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
-
Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
29
Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
22
Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
18
Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 14 - Int 1347-2025 orders TLC, NYPD and DOT to cite unlicensed commuter vans and levy maximum fines. It will likely shrink shared rides in transit deserts. Trips will shift to private cars and ride-hail. Pedestrians and cyclists face more exposure on the street.
Int 1347-2025 is at SPONSORSHIP and sits with the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure after introduction on August 14, 2025. The matter is titled, "A Local Law to amend the administrative code of the city of New York, in relation to enforcing violations against unlicensed commuter vans." Primary sponsor Nantasha M. Williams introduced the bill. Co-sponsors Selvena N. Brooks-Powers, Mercedes Narcisse, Chris Banks, and Farah N. Louis joined her. The bill orders TLC, with NYPD and DOT, to maintain a compliance checklist and requires officers to issue maximum penalties for every listed violation. Analysts warn punitive enforcement and steep fines will likely reduce shared transit options in transit deserts, push trips to private cars and ride-hail, and increase traffic exposure for pedestrians and cyclists, prioritizing policing over safer operations or street redesign without clear system-wide safety gains.
- File Int 1347-2025, NYC Council – Legistar, Published 2025-08-14
13
Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
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Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
-
Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
7
SUV Left Turn Rear-Ended By Sedan▸Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
7
Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
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SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
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Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The driver fled. The man died at Jamaica Hospital. Police search for answers. Seventeen killed in Queens South this year. The toll climbs.
Gothamist (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue near JFK Airport at 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. Police said, "the driver hit the 52-year-old man as he crossed" and left the scene. No vehicle description was released. NYPD data shows 17 traffic deaths in Queens South this year, up from 13 last year. The incident highlights ongoing risks for pedestrians and the persistent issue of hit-and-run drivers in the area.
- Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-13
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria▸Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
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Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria,
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-12
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SUV Left Turn Rear-Ended By Sedan▸Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
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SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
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Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 12 - A speeding car tore through Astoria. The driver struck two men at a coffee cart. All three died. Parked cars blocked sightlines. The street was narrow. Danger came fast and left devastation.
Streetsblog NYC (2025-08-12) reports an 84-year-old driver sped onto 42nd Street in Astoria, hitting two pedestrians and a coffee cart. The crash killed the driver and both men. Streetsblog notes, 'The block has several auto repair shops that leave cars parked all over the sidewalk, limiting visibility.' The article highlights the city's power to lower speed limits to 20 mph, granted by the state legislature, but points out that local officials did not mention this in their initial responses. The crash underscores the risks of speeding and poor street design.
- Speeding Driver Kills Two Pedestrians in Astoria, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-12
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SUV Left Turn Rear-Ended By Sedan▸Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
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SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
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Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 7 - The driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn on Jamaica Ave when the driver of a Toyota sedan struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured. A 59-year-old man had neck pain; a 28-year-old woman had an arm bruise. Police listed contributing factors as unspecified.
According to the police report, the driver of a BMW SUV was making a left turn at Jamaica Ave and Vanderveer St when the driver of a Toyota sedan, traveling straight, struck the SUV’s left rear bumper. Two drivers were injured: a 59-year-old man complained of neck pain and whiplash; a 28-year-old woman suffered an elbow/arm contusion. Both drivers reported shock. The report lists contributing factors as "Unspecified." No specific driver errors are recorded in the data. The report notes left rear bumper damage to the SUV and center front-end damage to the sedan.
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Taxi Turns Right, Hits Pedestrian Crossing▸Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
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SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
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Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 7 - A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man crossing 212 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal. The pedestrian suffered knee, lower-leg and foot injuries. Police recorded failure to yield and driver inattention.
A taxi driver turning right struck a 44-year-old man at 212 Street and Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The man suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg and foot. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. Police recorded that the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver made the turn. The taxi showed a center-front point of impact; the driver was licensed and the vehicle carried one occupant.
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SUV Driver Hits Man at 209 Street▸Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
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Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 5 - A driver in a 2023 SUV, east on 91 Avenue, hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street. He suffered a bruised arm and stayed conscious. Police recorded no contributing factor.
A driver in a 2023 SUV traveling east on 91 Avenue continued straight and hit a 60-year-old man at 209 Street in Queens. The man suffered a contusion to his lower arm and remained conscious. According to the police report, contributing factors were recorded as “Unspecified,” and no driver errors were cited. The vehicle showed no recorded damage. The police listed the pedestrian’s location as the intersection. The collision was logged at 8:50 a.m. The crash left the pedestrian injured and alive.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger▸Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
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Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-01
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Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Aug 1 - A teen drove a BMW at 100 mph without a license. He lost control. The car hit a truck. Fourteen-year-old Fortune Williams was ejected and killed. The driver now faces prison. Parents faced charges too.
Gothamist (2025-08-01) reports an 18-year-old Queens resident was sentenced to up to four years for a 2023 crash that killed 14-year-old Fortune Williams. The teen, unlicensed and speeding at over 100 mph in a 30-mph zone, lost control and struck a parked UPS truck. Prosecutors said he only had a learner's permit and had been previously ticketed for unlicensed driving. His parents, who gave him the BMW, were convicted of child endangerment. DA Melinda Katz called it 'a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible.' The case highlights failures in supervision and enforcement.
- Unlicensed Teen Driver Kills Passenger, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-01
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Two Motorcycles Collide on Cross Island Parkway▸Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Jul 29 - Two motorcycles collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway. A 20-year-old rider suffered an elbow and lower‑arm abrasion. Police recorded "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicles included two motorcycles and an SUV. Impact tore metal and skin.
Two motorcycles and an SUV collided northbound on Cross Island Parkway in Queens. A 20‑year‑old motorcycle driver suffered an abrasion to the elbow/lower arm/hand. According to the police report, the crash listed "Passing Too Closely" as a contributing factor. Vehicle data show one motorcycle was changing lanes while the SUV and the other motorcycle were going straight ahead. Points of impact and damage were reported on left front quarter panels and a left rear bumper. The police report attributes the crash to the recorded driver error: "Passing Too Closely."
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Sedan Turns Into E-Bike, Two Cyclists Hurt▸Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Jul 22 - A sedan turned right on 90 Ave, striking an e-bike. Two cyclists injured, one with head trauma. Passenger in sedan also hurt. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden, damage clear.
A sedan making a right turn on 90 Ave collided with an e-bike traveling straight. According to the police report, two people on the e-bike were injured: an 18-year-old man suffered leg injuries, and a 24-year-old woman sustained head trauma. A 25-year-old passenger in the sedan was also hurt. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The sedan's right front bumper took the impact. No helmet use was noted for the cyclists, but this was not listed as a contributing factor.
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Sedan Changes Lanes, Hits Motorcycle Rider▸Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.
Jul 18 - A sedan driver changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm. Police listed driver inattention and improper lane use.
The driver of a sedan changed lanes and hit a motorcycle on the Cross Island Parkway. The 33-year-old motorcycle driver was partially ejected and suffered a fractured upper arm; he was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, "Driver Inattention/Distraction" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" were listed as contributing factors. Police records show the sedan was changing lanes and the motorcycle was going straight when the center fronts of both vehicles collided. The report notes the rider wore a helmet. The crash left the vulnerable rider hurt and the sedan sustained right front bumper damage.