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 7
▸ Crush Injuries 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 2
▸ Severe Lacerations 2
▸ Concussion 8
▸ Whiplash 29
▸ Contusion/Bruise 47
▸ Abrasion 34
▸ Pain/Nausea 8
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Precinct 101
- 2024 Black Toyota Sedan (LHW6494) – 130 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2019 Blue Kia Sedan (LLA1098) – 92 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2014 Black Infiniti Coupe (GIVETHX) – 80 times • 6 in last 90d here
- 2013 Black BMW Suburban (LGK2014) – 78 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2022 Gray Audi Sedn (KPW8428) – 71 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
CloseBeach 20, one turn, one body: Precinct 101’s ledger since 2022
Precinct 101: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 14, 2025
Late afternoon on Aug 12, 2025, at Mott Ave and Beach 20 St, the driver of a 2021 Lexus sedan turned left and hit a 38-year-old woman in the intersection, police records show (NYC Open Data).
This Week
- Oct 7, 2025: On Rockaway Fwy at Beach 35 St, multiple SUVs crashed; a 36-year-old passenger was injured (NYC Open Data).
- Sep 27, 2025: On Seagirt Blvd at Beach 9 St, two sedans collided; a 23-year-old passenger was injured (NYC Open Data).
- Jul 28, 2025: At Brookhaven Ave and Beach 20 St, a driver in an SUV turned left and collided with an 18-year-old on a bike turning right; he was injured (NYC Open Data).
The toll on these blocks
Since 2022 in Precinct 101, police logged 2,159 crashes, with 7 people killed and 943 injured (NYC Open Data). Pedestrians account for 5 of the 7 deaths and 240 injuries here; people on bikes were hurt 54 times (NYC Open Data).
On Beach Channel Drive, the count is stark: 3 deaths and 127 injuries tied to crashes along that corridor. Seagirt Boulevard adds 1 death and 34 injuries (NYC Open Data).
The danger does not sleep. Police recorded 86 injuries around 4 PM, with deaths spread from morning into night, including 7 AM, 9 AM, mid‑afternoon, early evening, and 8 PM (NYC Open Data).
What the record says drivers did
In this precinct, police cite named driver actions again and again: inattention or distraction, failure to yield, and unsafe speed—each tied to injuries in these crashes (NYC Open Data).
At Mott and Beach 20 on Aug 12, the driver made a left and hit a person walking at the intersection. At Brookhaven and Beach 20 on Jul 28, a driver in an SUV turned left into a person on a bike who was turning right (NYC Open Data). These turns are not rare here. They repeat.
Fix the corners that keep breaking people
Start where the bodies stack up: Beach Channel Drive and Seagirt Boulevard. Harden left turns; add daylighting at crosswalks; deploy leading pedestrian intervals; and target enforcement at the same hours the injuries spike. These are basic tools. Use them where the data points.
The precinct can focus enforcement on failure to yield at these corners and on afternoon speeding. The city can redesign the turns that keep maiming people walking and biking (NYC Open Data).
The policy lever that slows the hit
Citywide, the path is clear: lower speeds and stop repeat speeders. New York has the tools on the table. A citywide 20 MPH default and required speed limiters for drivers who rack up camera or points violations are ready to use. The case is simple in this precinct: five pedestrians killed, 240 more injured since 2022. Slower cars mean more people make it home (NYC Open Data).
Council District 31, Assembly District 23, and Senate District 10 cover these blocks. The record we reviewed shows the harm. The next move is theirs.
Take one step now. Tell your officials to use the tools and fix these corners. Start here.
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Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato
District 23
Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers
District 31
State Senator James Sanders
District 10
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 101 Police Precinct 101 sits in Queens, District 31, AD 23, SD 10.
It contains Queens CB14, Far Rockaway-Bayswater, Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere, Rockaway Community Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 101
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Left-Turning Driver Hits Woman at Beach 54▸Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan turned left and hit a 64-year-old woman at Beach 54 Street and Beach Channel Drive in Queens. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. She suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries and was in shock.
A driver in a sedan made a left turn at Beach 54 Street and Beach Channel Drive in Queens. The driver hit a 64-year-old woman in the intersection. "According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way." Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The left front bumper was the point of impact. The woman suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock at the scene. The driver was licensed and had no reported injuries. Another occupant was also uninjured. No other causes were cited.
23
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrians Crossing Signalized Intersection▸Jul 23 - A sedan making a right turn hit two pedestrians crossing with the signal on Seagirt Ave. A 34-year-old man was injured. A 6-year-old girl and two car occupants were also involved.
A sedan traveling south on Seagirt Ave made a right turn and struck two pedestrians, a 34-year-old man and a 6-year-old girl, who were crossing at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the man suffered an elbow and arm injury with abrasions. The girl’s injuries were unspecified. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were also listed but not reported as injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. Both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the time of the crash.
9
SUV Collision on Beach Channel Injures Two▸Jul 9 - Two SUVs crashed on Beach Channel Drive. A driver and passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass. No pedestrians. No escape.
Two SUVs collided on Beach Channel Drive at Dix Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the crash occurred. A 28-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female passenger were injured, both suffering whiplash and back injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the report.
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Teen Dies Subway Surfing In Queens▸Jul 7 - Carlos Oliver, 15, fell from a train at Queensboro Plaza. Paramedics found him on the tracks. He died at Bellevue Hospital. Another teen fell last month. The rails remain deadly for the young.
NY Daily News reported on July 7, 2025, that Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from the top of a subway train at Queensboro Plaza in Queens. Police said it was unclear if he fell while climbing or lost balance as the train entered the station. The article notes, 'He was shy and quiet but at the end of the day he started hanging out with the wrong crowd.' Last month, another teen was critically injured in a similar incident. The report highlights ongoing risks for youth on city transit, but does not cite driver error. The incident underscores the dangers present in the subway system for young riders.
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Teen Dies Subway Surfing In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
BMW Vaults Divider, Slams Oncoming Cars▸Jul 5 - BMW lost control, flew divider, struck two cars. Fire trapped five. Two critical. Belt Parkway shut. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-05), a 24-year-old BMW driver lost control near Cross Bay Blvd on the Belt Parkway. The car hit a divider, went airborne, and crashed into a Honda and a Hyundai. The article states, "their out-of-control luxury car vaulted into oncoming traffic... slamming into two unsuspecting motorists in a fiery crash." Two BMW occupants were critically injured; three others had minor injuries. Both drivers of the struck vehicles were hospitalized. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad closed the westbound lanes to probe the cause. The crash highlights the dangers of high-speed loss of control and the risk posed to all road users.
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BMW Vaults Divider, Slams Oncoming Cars,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-05
4
SUVs Collide on Rockaway Freeway, Two Hurt▸Jul 4 - Two SUVs crashed at Rockaway Freeway and Cornaga Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Both vehicles failed to yield. Metal struck metal. The system failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Rockaway Freeway and Cornaga Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles failed to yield the right-of-way. A 44-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. A 37-year-old female passenger sustained a back injury. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors are cited.
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Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train▸Jul 4 - A 15-year-old fell from a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He lay on the tracks, lifeless. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Subway surfing kills. The city counts the bodies. The system endures.
NY Daily News (2025-07-04) reports a 15-year-old boy died after falling from the top of a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him unconscious on the tracks at 2:45 a.m. and said he was 'either riding the top of a No. 7 train entering the station or attempting to get onto the top.' The article notes six people, mostly teens, died subway surfing last year. This year, three have died. The MTA and NYPD have launched campaigns and drone patrols to deter such incidents, but the deaths continue. No driver error is cited; the focus is on systemic risk and enforcement.
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Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-04
30
Aggressive Driving Slams Sedans in Queens Night Crash▸Jun 30 - Two sedans collided on Beach 54th Street. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. One driver suffered leg injuries. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed silent. Metal and bodies bore the cost.
Two sedans crashed at Beach 54th Street in Queens just before midnight. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the collision. One driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Three other occupants, including a 55-year-old woman and a 27-year-old man, were listed with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles showed damage to the left side and front bumper. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
29
SUV and Sedan Collide on Mott Avenue in Queens▸Jun 29 - Two cars met hard on Mott Avenue. One driver hurt, back injured. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stay dangerous.
A collision between a sedan and an SUV on Mott Avenue in Queens left one driver, a 62-year-old woman, injured with back pain. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV was heading straight, while the sedan was starting from parking. The impact struck the right side of the SUV and the left front of the sedan. Police list unsafe speed as a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUV Collision on Nameoke Avenue Injures Driver▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs collided on Nameoke Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite illness as a factor. Metal struck metal. The street bore the mark.
Two SUVs crashed at 22-08 Nameoke Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 47-year-old driver suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor. One SUV was stopped in traffic, the other was moving straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors before listing safety equipment. No further injuries were specified.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes▸Jun 13 - A Chevy Tahoe struck a 74-year-old man crossing Northern Blvd. Hours later, a BMW hit a moped rider turning in Brooklyn. Both victims died. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The Tahoe had a record of violations. The city streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (June 13, 2025) reports two fatal crashes in New York City within 24 hours. Eric Wexler, 74, was hit by a 2017 Chevy Tahoe while crossing Northern Blvd. in Queens. Police said the Tahoe had 'six speeding and one red light violation,' though it was unclear who drove during those incidents. The driver stayed at the scene; no charges were filed. Less than a day later, Rino El-Saieh, 42, was killed when a 17-year-old BMW driver struck his moped during a left turn in Brooklyn. The BMW then crashed into parked cars. The teen also remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Both crashes highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and riders, and raise questions about enforcement and vehicle histories.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-13
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SUV and Sedan Crash Hurts Pedestrian, Passenger▸Jun 4 - SUV and sedan slammed together on Bay 32 Street. Aggressive driving and speed tore through the night. A pedestrian and a passenger left bruised. The street bore the scars.
A crash on Bay 32 Street at Dwight Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a Ford sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven aggressively and at unsafe speeds. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact injured a 41-year-old pedestrian, who suffered arm bruises and shock, and a 45-year-old front passenger, who sustained shoulder injuries. Aggressive driving and road rage, along with unsafe speed, were listed as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by those injured.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks▸Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-03
15
Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
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Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
25
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Jul 27 - A driver in a sedan turned left and hit a 64-year-old woman at Beach 54 Street and Beach Channel Drive in Queens. Police recorded failure to yield by the driver. She suffered knee, lower leg, and foot injuries and was in shock.
A driver in a sedan made a left turn at Beach 54 Street and Beach Channel Drive in Queens. The driver hit a 64-year-old woman in the intersection. "According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way." Police recorded "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor. The left front bumper was the point of impact. The woman suffered injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot and was in shock at the scene. The driver was licensed and had no reported injuries. Another occupant was also uninjured. No other causes were cited.
23
Sedan Turns, Strikes Pedestrians Crossing Signalized Intersection▸Jul 23 - A sedan making a right turn hit two pedestrians crossing with the signal on Seagirt Ave. A 34-year-old man was injured. A 6-year-old girl and two car occupants were also involved.
A sedan traveling south on Seagirt Ave made a right turn and struck two pedestrians, a 34-year-old man and a 6-year-old girl, who were crossing at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the man suffered an elbow and arm injury with abrasions. The girl’s injuries were unspecified. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were also listed but not reported as injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. Both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the time of the crash.
9
SUV Collision on Beach Channel Injures Two▸Jul 9 - Two SUVs crashed on Beach Channel Drive. A driver and passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass. No pedestrians. No escape.
Two SUVs collided on Beach Channel Drive at Dix Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the crash occurred. A 28-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female passenger were injured, both suffering whiplash and back injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the report.
7
Teen Dies Subway Surfing In Queens▸Jul 7 - Carlos Oliver, 15, fell from a train at Queensboro Plaza. Paramedics found him on the tracks. He died at Bellevue Hospital. Another teen fell last month. The rails remain deadly for the young.
NY Daily News reported on July 7, 2025, that Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from the top of a subway train at Queensboro Plaza in Queens. Police said it was unclear if he fell while climbing or lost balance as the train entered the station. The article notes, 'He was shy and quiet but at the end of the day he started hanging out with the wrong crowd.' Last month, another teen was critically injured in a similar incident. The report highlights ongoing risks for youth on city transit, but does not cite driver error. The incident underscores the dangers present in the subway system for young riders.
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Teen Dies Subway Surfing In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
BMW Vaults Divider, Slams Oncoming Cars▸Jul 5 - BMW lost control, flew divider, struck two cars. Fire trapped five. Two critical. Belt Parkway shut. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-05), a 24-year-old BMW driver lost control near Cross Bay Blvd on the Belt Parkway. The car hit a divider, went airborne, and crashed into a Honda and a Hyundai. The article states, "their out-of-control luxury car vaulted into oncoming traffic... slamming into two unsuspecting motorists in a fiery crash." Two BMW occupants were critically injured; three others had minor injuries. Both drivers of the struck vehicles were hospitalized. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad closed the westbound lanes to probe the cause. The crash highlights the dangers of high-speed loss of control and the risk posed to all road users.
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BMW Vaults Divider, Slams Oncoming Cars,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-05
4
SUVs Collide on Rockaway Freeway, Two Hurt▸Jul 4 - Two SUVs crashed at Rockaway Freeway and Cornaga Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Both vehicles failed to yield. Metal struck metal. The system failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Rockaway Freeway and Cornaga Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles failed to yield the right-of-way. A 44-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. A 37-year-old female passenger sustained a back injury. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors are cited.
4
Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train▸Jul 4 - A 15-year-old fell from a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He lay on the tracks, lifeless. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Subway surfing kills. The city counts the bodies. The system endures.
NY Daily News (2025-07-04) reports a 15-year-old boy died after falling from the top of a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him unconscious on the tracks at 2:45 a.m. and said he was 'either riding the top of a No. 7 train entering the station or attempting to get onto the top.' The article notes six people, mostly teens, died subway surfing last year. This year, three have died. The MTA and NYPD have launched campaigns and drone patrols to deter such incidents, but the deaths continue. No driver error is cited; the focus is on systemic risk and enforcement.
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Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-04
30
Aggressive Driving Slams Sedans in Queens Night Crash▸Jun 30 - Two sedans collided on Beach 54th Street. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. One driver suffered leg injuries. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed silent. Metal and bodies bore the cost.
Two sedans crashed at Beach 54th Street in Queens just before midnight. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the collision. One driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Three other occupants, including a 55-year-old woman and a 27-year-old man, were listed with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles showed damage to the left side and front bumper. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Mott Avenue in Queens▸Jun 29 - Two cars met hard on Mott Avenue. One driver hurt, back injured. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stay dangerous.
A collision between a sedan and an SUV on Mott Avenue in Queens left one driver, a 62-year-old woman, injured with back pain. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV was heading straight, while the sedan was starting from parking. The impact struck the right side of the SUV and the left front of the sedan. Police list unsafe speed as a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUV Collision on Nameoke Avenue Injures Driver▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs collided on Nameoke Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite illness as a factor. Metal struck metal. The street bore the mark.
Two SUVs crashed at 22-08 Nameoke Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 47-year-old driver suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor. One SUV was stopped in traffic, the other was moving straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors before listing safety equipment. No further injuries were specified.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes▸Jun 13 - A Chevy Tahoe struck a 74-year-old man crossing Northern Blvd. Hours later, a BMW hit a moped rider turning in Brooklyn. Both victims died. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The Tahoe had a record of violations. The city streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (June 13, 2025) reports two fatal crashes in New York City within 24 hours. Eric Wexler, 74, was hit by a 2017 Chevy Tahoe while crossing Northern Blvd. in Queens. Police said the Tahoe had 'six speeding and one red light violation,' though it was unclear who drove during those incidents. The driver stayed at the scene; no charges were filed. Less than a day later, Rino El-Saieh, 42, was killed when a 17-year-old BMW driver struck his moped during a left turn in Brooklyn. The BMW then crashed into parked cars. The teen also remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Both crashes highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and riders, and raise questions about enforcement and vehicle histories.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-13
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SUV and Sedan Crash Hurts Pedestrian, Passenger▸Jun 4 - SUV and sedan slammed together on Bay 32 Street. Aggressive driving and speed tore through the night. A pedestrian and a passenger left bruised. The street bore the scars.
A crash on Bay 32 Street at Dwight Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a Ford sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven aggressively and at unsafe speeds. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact injured a 41-year-old pedestrian, who suffered arm bruises and shock, and a 45-year-old front passenger, who sustained shoulder injuries. Aggressive driving and road rage, along with unsafe speed, were listed as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by those injured.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks▸Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-03
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Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
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Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Jul 23 - A sedan making a right turn hit two pedestrians crossing with the signal on Seagirt Ave. A 34-year-old man was injured. A 6-year-old girl and two car occupants were also involved.
A sedan traveling south on Seagirt Ave made a right turn and struck two pedestrians, a 34-year-old man and a 6-year-old girl, who were crossing at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the man suffered an elbow and arm injury with abrasions. The girl’s injuries were unspecified. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were also listed but not reported as injured. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield are noted in the data. Both pedestrians were crossing with the signal at the time of the crash.
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SUV Collision on Beach Channel Injures Two▸Jul 9 - Two SUVs crashed on Beach Channel Drive. A driver and passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass. No pedestrians. No escape.
Two SUVs collided on Beach Channel Drive at Dix Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the crash occurred. A 28-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female passenger were injured, both suffering whiplash and back injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the report.
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Teen Dies Subway Surfing In Queens▸Jul 7 - Carlos Oliver, 15, fell from a train at Queensboro Plaza. Paramedics found him on the tracks. He died at Bellevue Hospital. Another teen fell last month. The rails remain deadly for the young.
NY Daily News reported on July 7, 2025, that Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from the top of a subway train at Queensboro Plaza in Queens. Police said it was unclear if he fell while climbing or lost balance as the train entered the station. The article notes, 'He was shy and quiet but at the end of the day he started hanging out with the wrong crowd.' Last month, another teen was critically injured in a similar incident. The report highlights ongoing risks for youth on city transit, but does not cite driver error. The incident underscores the dangers present in the subway system for young riders.
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Teen Dies Subway Surfing In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
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BMW Vaults Divider, Slams Oncoming Cars▸Jul 5 - BMW lost control, flew divider, struck two cars. Fire trapped five. Two critical. Belt Parkway shut. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-05), a 24-year-old BMW driver lost control near Cross Bay Blvd on the Belt Parkway. The car hit a divider, went airborne, and crashed into a Honda and a Hyundai. The article states, "their out-of-control luxury car vaulted into oncoming traffic... slamming into two unsuspecting motorists in a fiery crash." Two BMW occupants were critically injured; three others had minor injuries. Both drivers of the struck vehicles were hospitalized. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad closed the westbound lanes to probe the cause. The crash highlights the dangers of high-speed loss of control and the risk posed to all road users.
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BMW Vaults Divider, Slams Oncoming Cars,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-05
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SUVs Collide on Rockaway Freeway, Two Hurt▸Jul 4 - Two SUVs crashed at Rockaway Freeway and Cornaga Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Both vehicles failed to yield. Metal struck metal. The system failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Rockaway Freeway and Cornaga Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles failed to yield the right-of-way. A 44-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. A 37-year-old female passenger sustained a back injury. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors are cited.
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Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train▸Jul 4 - A 15-year-old fell from a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He lay on the tracks, lifeless. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Subway surfing kills. The city counts the bodies. The system endures.
NY Daily News (2025-07-04) reports a 15-year-old boy died after falling from the top of a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him unconscious on the tracks at 2:45 a.m. and said he was 'either riding the top of a No. 7 train entering the station or attempting to get onto the top.' The article notes six people, mostly teens, died subway surfing last year. This year, three have died. The MTA and NYPD have launched campaigns and drone patrols to deter such incidents, but the deaths continue. No driver error is cited; the focus is on systemic risk and enforcement.
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Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-04
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Aggressive Driving Slams Sedans in Queens Night Crash▸Jun 30 - Two sedans collided on Beach 54th Street. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. One driver suffered leg injuries. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed silent. Metal and bodies bore the cost.
Two sedans crashed at Beach 54th Street in Queens just before midnight. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the collision. One driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Three other occupants, including a 55-year-old woman and a 27-year-old man, were listed with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles showed damage to the left side and front bumper. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Mott Avenue in Queens▸Jun 29 - Two cars met hard on Mott Avenue. One driver hurt, back injured. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stay dangerous.
A collision between a sedan and an SUV on Mott Avenue in Queens left one driver, a 62-year-old woman, injured with back pain. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV was heading straight, while the sedan was starting from parking. The impact struck the right side of the SUV and the left front of the sedan. Police list unsafe speed as a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
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SUV Collision on Nameoke Avenue Injures Driver▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs collided on Nameoke Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite illness as a factor. Metal struck metal. The street bore the mark.
Two SUVs crashed at 22-08 Nameoke Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 47-year-old driver suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor. One SUV was stopped in traffic, the other was moving straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors before listing safety equipment. No further injuries were specified.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes▸Jun 13 - A Chevy Tahoe struck a 74-year-old man crossing Northern Blvd. Hours later, a BMW hit a moped rider turning in Brooklyn. Both victims died. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The Tahoe had a record of violations. The city streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (June 13, 2025) reports two fatal crashes in New York City within 24 hours. Eric Wexler, 74, was hit by a 2017 Chevy Tahoe while crossing Northern Blvd. in Queens. Police said the Tahoe had 'six speeding and one red light violation,' though it was unclear who drove during those incidents. The driver stayed at the scene; no charges were filed. Less than a day later, Rino El-Saieh, 42, was killed when a 17-year-old BMW driver struck his moped during a left turn in Brooklyn. The BMW then crashed into parked cars. The teen also remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Both crashes highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and riders, and raise questions about enforcement and vehicle histories.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-13
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SUV and Sedan Crash Hurts Pedestrian, Passenger▸Jun 4 - SUV and sedan slammed together on Bay 32 Street. Aggressive driving and speed tore through the night. A pedestrian and a passenger left bruised. The street bore the scars.
A crash on Bay 32 Street at Dwight Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a Ford sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven aggressively and at unsafe speeds. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact injured a 41-year-old pedestrian, who suffered arm bruises and shock, and a 45-year-old front passenger, who sustained shoulder injuries. Aggressive driving and road rage, along with unsafe speed, were listed as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by those injured.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks▸Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-03
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Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
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Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Jul 9 - Two SUVs crashed on Beach Channel Drive. A driver and passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass. No pedestrians. No escape.
Two SUVs collided on Beach Channel Drive at Dix Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight when the crash occurred. A 28-year-old male driver and a 30-year-old female passenger were injured, both suffering whiplash and back injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No other contributing factors, such as helmet or signal use, are noted in the report.
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Teen Dies Subway Surfing In Queens▸Jul 7 - Carlos Oliver, 15, fell from a train at Queensboro Plaza. Paramedics found him on the tracks. He died at Bellevue Hospital. Another teen fell last month. The rails remain deadly for the young.
NY Daily News reported on July 7, 2025, that Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from the top of a subway train at Queensboro Plaza in Queens. Police said it was unclear if he fell while climbing or lost balance as the train entered the station. The article notes, 'He was shy and quiet but at the end of the day he started hanging out with the wrong crowd.' Last month, another teen was critically injured in a similar incident. The report highlights ongoing risks for youth on city transit, but does not cite driver error. The incident underscores the dangers present in the subway system for young riders.
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Teen Dies Subway Surfing In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
BMW Vaults Divider, Slams Oncoming Cars▸Jul 5 - BMW lost control, flew divider, struck two cars. Fire trapped five. Two critical. Belt Parkway shut. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-05), a 24-year-old BMW driver lost control near Cross Bay Blvd on the Belt Parkway. The car hit a divider, went airborne, and crashed into a Honda and a Hyundai. The article states, "their out-of-control luxury car vaulted into oncoming traffic... slamming into two unsuspecting motorists in a fiery crash." Two BMW occupants were critically injured; three others had minor injuries. Both drivers of the struck vehicles were hospitalized. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad closed the westbound lanes to probe the cause. The crash highlights the dangers of high-speed loss of control and the risk posed to all road users.
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BMW Vaults Divider, Slams Oncoming Cars,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-05
4
SUVs Collide on Rockaway Freeway, Two Hurt▸Jul 4 - Two SUVs crashed at Rockaway Freeway and Cornaga Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Both vehicles failed to yield. Metal struck metal. The system failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Rockaway Freeway and Cornaga Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles failed to yield the right-of-way. A 44-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. A 37-year-old female passenger sustained a back injury. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors are cited.
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Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train▸Jul 4 - A 15-year-old fell from a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He lay on the tracks, lifeless. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Subway surfing kills. The city counts the bodies. The system endures.
NY Daily News (2025-07-04) reports a 15-year-old boy died after falling from the top of a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him unconscious on the tracks at 2:45 a.m. and said he was 'either riding the top of a No. 7 train entering the station or attempting to get onto the top.' The article notes six people, mostly teens, died subway surfing last year. This year, three have died. The MTA and NYPD have launched campaigns and drone patrols to deter such incidents, but the deaths continue. No driver error is cited; the focus is on systemic risk and enforcement.
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Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-04
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Aggressive Driving Slams Sedans in Queens Night Crash▸Jun 30 - Two sedans collided on Beach 54th Street. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. One driver suffered leg injuries. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed silent. Metal and bodies bore the cost.
Two sedans crashed at Beach 54th Street in Queens just before midnight. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the collision. One driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Three other occupants, including a 55-year-old woman and a 27-year-old man, were listed with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles showed damage to the left side and front bumper. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Mott Avenue in Queens▸Jun 29 - Two cars met hard on Mott Avenue. One driver hurt, back injured. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stay dangerous.
A collision between a sedan and an SUV on Mott Avenue in Queens left one driver, a 62-year-old woman, injured with back pain. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV was heading straight, while the sedan was starting from parking. The impact struck the right side of the SUV and the left front of the sedan. Police list unsafe speed as a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUV Collision on Nameoke Avenue Injures Driver▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs collided on Nameoke Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite illness as a factor. Metal struck metal. The street bore the mark.
Two SUVs crashed at 22-08 Nameoke Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 47-year-old driver suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor. One SUV was stopped in traffic, the other was moving straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors before listing safety equipment. No further injuries were specified.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes▸Jun 13 - A Chevy Tahoe struck a 74-year-old man crossing Northern Blvd. Hours later, a BMW hit a moped rider turning in Brooklyn. Both victims died. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The Tahoe had a record of violations. The city streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (June 13, 2025) reports two fatal crashes in New York City within 24 hours. Eric Wexler, 74, was hit by a 2017 Chevy Tahoe while crossing Northern Blvd. in Queens. Police said the Tahoe had 'six speeding and one red light violation,' though it was unclear who drove during those incidents. The driver stayed at the scene; no charges were filed. Less than a day later, Rino El-Saieh, 42, was killed when a 17-year-old BMW driver struck his moped during a left turn in Brooklyn. The BMW then crashed into parked cars. The teen also remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Both crashes highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and riders, and raise questions about enforcement and vehicle histories.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-13
4
SUV and Sedan Crash Hurts Pedestrian, Passenger▸Jun 4 - SUV and sedan slammed together on Bay 32 Street. Aggressive driving and speed tore through the night. A pedestrian and a passenger left bruised. The street bore the scars.
A crash on Bay 32 Street at Dwight Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a Ford sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven aggressively and at unsafe speeds. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact injured a 41-year-old pedestrian, who suffered arm bruises and shock, and a 45-year-old front passenger, who sustained shoulder injuries. Aggressive driving and road rage, along with unsafe speed, were listed as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by those injured.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks▸Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-03
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Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
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Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Jul 7 - Carlos Oliver, 15, fell from a train at Queensboro Plaza. Paramedics found him on the tracks. He died at Bellevue Hospital. Another teen fell last month. The rails remain deadly for the young.
NY Daily News reported on July 7, 2025, that Carlos Oliver, 15, died after falling from the top of a subway train at Queensboro Plaza in Queens. Police said it was unclear if he fell while climbing or lost balance as the train entered the station. The article notes, 'He was shy and quiet but at the end of the day he started hanging out with the wrong crowd.' Last month, another teen was critically injured in a similar incident. The report highlights ongoing risks for youth on city transit, but does not cite driver error. The incident underscores the dangers present in the subway system for young riders.
- Teen Dies Subway Surfing In Queens, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-07
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BMW Vaults Divider, Slams Oncoming Cars▸Jul 5 - BMW lost control, flew divider, struck two cars. Fire trapped five. Two critical. Belt Parkway shut. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-05), a 24-year-old BMW driver lost control near Cross Bay Blvd on the Belt Parkway. The car hit a divider, went airborne, and crashed into a Honda and a Hyundai. The article states, "their out-of-control luxury car vaulted into oncoming traffic... slamming into two unsuspecting motorists in a fiery crash." Two BMW occupants were critically injured; three others had minor injuries. Both drivers of the struck vehicles were hospitalized. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad closed the westbound lanes to probe the cause. The crash highlights the dangers of high-speed loss of control and the risk posed to all road users.
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BMW Vaults Divider, Slams Oncoming Cars,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-05
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SUVs Collide on Rockaway Freeway, Two Hurt▸Jul 4 - Two SUVs crashed at Rockaway Freeway and Cornaga Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Both vehicles failed to yield. Metal struck metal. The system failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Rockaway Freeway and Cornaga Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles failed to yield the right-of-way. A 44-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. A 37-year-old female passenger sustained a back injury. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors are cited.
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Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train▸Jul 4 - A 15-year-old fell from a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He lay on the tracks, lifeless. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Subway surfing kills. The city counts the bodies. The system endures.
NY Daily News (2025-07-04) reports a 15-year-old boy died after falling from the top of a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him unconscious on the tracks at 2:45 a.m. and said he was 'either riding the top of a No. 7 train entering the station or attempting to get onto the top.' The article notes six people, mostly teens, died subway surfing last year. This year, three have died. The MTA and NYPD have launched campaigns and drone patrols to deter such incidents, but the deaths continue. No driver error is cited; the focus is on systemic risk and enforcement.
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Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-04
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Aggressive Driving Slams Sedans in Queens Night Crash▸Jun 30 - Two sedans collided on Beach 54th Street. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. One driver suffered leg injuries. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed silent. Metal and bodies bore the cost.
Two sedans crashed at Beach 54th Street in Queens just before midnight. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the collision. One driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Three other occupants, including a 55-year-old woman and a 27-year-old man, were listed with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles showed damage to the left side and front bumper. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Mott Avenue in Queens▸Jun 29 - Two cars met hard on Mott Avenue. One driver hurt, back injured. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stay dangerous.
A collision between a sedan and an SUV on Mott Avenue in Queens left one driver, a 62-year-old woman, injured with back pain. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV was heading straight, while the sedan was starting from parking. The impact struck the right side of the SUV and the left front of the sedan. Police list unsafe speed as a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
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SUV Collision on Nameoke Avenue Injures Driver▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs collided on Nameoke Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite illness as a factor. Metal struck metal. The street bore the mark.
Two SUVs crashed at 22-08 Nameoke Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 47-year-old driver suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor. One SUV was stopped in traffic, the other was moving straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors before listing safety equipment. No further injuries were specified.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes▸Jun 13 - A Chevy Tahoe struck a 74-year-old man crossing Northern Blvd. Hours later, a BMW hit a moped rider turning in Brooklyn. Both victims died. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The Tahoe had a record of violations. The city streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (June 13, 2025) reports two fatal crashes in New York City within 24 hours. Eric Wexler, 74, was hit by a 2017 Chevy Tahoe while crossing Northern Blvd. in Queens. Police said the Tahoe had 'six speeding and one red light violation,' though it was unclear who drove during those incidents. The driver stayed at the scene; no charges were filed. Less than a day later, Rino El-Saieh, 42, was killed when a 17-year-old BMW driver struck his moped during a left turn in Brooklyn. The BMW then crashed into parked cars. The teen also remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Both crashes highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and riders, and raise questions about enforcement and vehicle histories.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-13
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SUV and Sedan Crash Hurts Pedestrian, Passenger▸Jun 4 - SUV and sedan slammed together on Bay 32 Street. Aggressive driving and speed tore through the night. A pedestrian and a passenger left bruised. The street bore the scars.
A crash on Bay 32 Street at Dwight Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a Ford sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven aggressively and at unsafe speeds. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact injured a 41-year-old pedestrian, who suffered arm bruises and shock, and a 45-year-old front passenger, who sustained shoulder injuries. Aggressive driving and road rage, along with unsafe speed, were listed as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by those injured.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks▸Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-03
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Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
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Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Jul 5 - BMW lost control, flew divider, struck two cars. Fire trapped five. Two critical. Belt Parkway shut. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
According to NY Daily News (2025-07-05), a 24-year-old BMW driver lost control near Cross Bay Blvd on the Belt Parkway. The car hit a divider, went airborne, and crashed into a Honda and a Hyundai. The article states, "their out-of-control luxury car vaulted into oncoming traffic... slamming into two unsuspecting motorists in a fiery crash." Two BMW occupants were critically injured; three others had minor injuries. Both drivers of the struck vehicles were hospitalized. NYPD's Collision Investigation Squad closed the westbound lanes to probe the cause. The crash highlights the dangers of high-speed loss of control and the risk posed to all road users.
- BMW Vaults Divider, Slams Oncoming Cars, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-05
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SUVs Collide on Rockaway Freeway, Two Hurt▸Jul 4 - Two SUVs crashed at Rockaway Freeway and Cornaga Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Both vehicles failed to yield. Metal struck metal. The system failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Rockaway Freeway and Cornaga Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles failed to yield the right-of-way. A 44-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. A 37-year-old female passenger sustained a back injury. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors are cited.
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Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train▸Jul 4 - A 15-year-old fell from a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He lay on the tracks, lifeless. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Subway surfing kills. The city counts the bodies. The system endures.
NY Daily News (2025-07-04) reports a 15-year-old boy died after falling from the top of a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him unconscious on the tracks at 2:45 a.m. and said he was 'either riding the top of a No. 7 train entering the station or attempting to get onto the top.' The article notes six people, mostly teens, died subway surfing last year. This year, three have died. The MTA and NYPD have launched campaigns and drone patrols to deter such incidents, but the deaths continue. No driver error is cited; the focus is on systemic risk and enforcement.
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Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-04
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Aggressive Driving Slams Sedans in Queens Night Crash▸Jun 30 - Two sedans collided on Beach 54th Street. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. One driver suffered leg injuries. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed silent. Metal and bodies bore the cost.
Two sedans crashed at Beach 54th Street in Queens just before midnight. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the collision. One driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Three other occupants, including a 55-year-old woman and a 27-year-old man, were listed with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles showed damage to the left side and front bumper. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Mott Avenue in Queens▸Jun 29 - Two cars met hard on Mott Avenue. One driver hurt, back injured. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stay dangerous.
A collision between a sedan and an SUV on Mott Avenue in Queens left one driver, a 62-year-old woman, injured with back pain. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV was heading straight, while the sedan was starting from parking. The impact struck the right side of the SUV and the left front of the sedan. Police list unsafe speed as a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
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SUV Collision on Nameoke Avenue Injures Driver▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs collided on Nameoke Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite illness as a factor. Metal struck metal. The street bore the mark.
Two SUVs crashed at 22-08 Nameoke Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 47-year-old driver suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor. One SUV was stopped in traffic, the other was moving straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors before listing safety equipment. No further injuries were specified.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes▸Jun 13 - A Chevy Tahoe struck a 74-year-old man crossing Northern Blvd. Hours later, a BMW hit a moped rider turning in Brooklyn. Both victims died. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The Tahoe had a record of violations. The city streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (June 13, 2025) reports two fatal crashes in New York City within 24 hours. Eric Wexler, 74, was hit by a 2017 Chevy Tahoe while crossing Northern Blvd. in Queens. Police said the Tahoe had 'six speeding and one red light violation,' though it was unclear who drove during those incidents. The driver stayed at the scene; no charges were filed. Less than a day later, Rino El-Saieh, 42, was killed when a 17-year-old BMW driver struck his moped during a left turn in Brooklyn. The BMW then crashed into parked cars. The teen also remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Both crashes highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and riders, and raise questions about enforcement and vehicle histories.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-13
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SUV and Sedan Crash Hurts Pedestrian, Passenger▸Jun 4 - SUV and sedan slammed together on Bay 32 Street. Aggressive driving and speed tore through the night. A pedestrian and a passenger left bruised. The street bore the scars.
A crash on Bay 32 Street at Dwight Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a Ford sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven aggressively and at unsafe speeds. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact injured a 41-year-old pedestrian, who suffered arm bruises and shock, and a 45-year-old front passenger, who sustained shoulder injuries. Aggressive driving and road rage, along with unsafe speed, were listed as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by those injured.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks▸Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-03
15
Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
29
Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Jul 4 - Two SUVs crashed at Rockaway Freeway and Cornaga Avenue. One driver and one passenger suffered injuries. Both vehicles failed to yield. Metal struck metal. The system failed the people inside.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at Rockaway Freeway and Cornaga Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles failed to yield the right-of-way. A 44-year-old female driver suffered a head injury and whiplash. A 37-year-old female passenger sustained a back injury. Other occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling east; one was making a left turn, the other going straight. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other factors are cited.
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Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train▸Jul 4 - A 15-year-old fell from a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He lay on the tracks, lifeless. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Subway surfing kills. The city counts the bodies. The system endures.
NY Daily News (2025-07-04) reports a 15-year-old boy died after falling from the top of a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him unconscious on the tracks at 2:45 a.m. and said he was 'either riding the top of a No. 7 train entering the station or attempting to get onto the top.' The article notes six people, mostly teens, died subway surfing last year. This year, three have died. The MTA and NYPD have launched campaigns and drone patrols to deter such incidents, but the deaths continue. No driver error is cited; the focus is on systemic risk and enforcement.
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Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-04
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Aggressive Driving Slams Sedans in Queens Night Crash▸Jun 30 - Two sedans collided on Beach 54th Street. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. One driver suffered leg injuries. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed silent. Metal and bodies bore the cost.
Two sedans crashed at Beach 54th Street in Queens just before midnight. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the collision. One driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Three other occupants, including a 55-year-old woman and a 27-year-old man, were listed with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles showed damage to the left side and front bumper. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Mott Avenue in Queens▸Jun 29 - Two cars met hard on Mott Avenue. One driver hurt, back injured. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stay dangerous.
A collision between a sedan and an SUV on Mott Avenue in Queens left one driver, a 62-year-old woman, injured with back pain. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV was heading straight, while the sedan was starting from parking. The impact struck the right side of the SUV and the left front of the sedan. Police list unsafe speed as a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUV Collision on Nameoke Avenue Injures Driver▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs collided on Nameoke Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite illness as a factor. Metal struck metal. The street bore the mark.
Two SUVs crashed at 22-08 Nameoke Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 47-year-old driver suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor. One SUV was stopped in traffic, the other was moving straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors before listing safety equipment. No further injuries were specified.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes▸Jun 13 - A Chevy Tahoe struck a 74-year-old man crossing Northern Blvd. Hours later, a BMW hit a moped rider turning in Brooklyn. Both victims died. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The Tahoe had a record of violations. The city streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (June 13, 2025) reports two fatal crashes in New York City within 24 hours. Eric Wexler, 74, was hit by a 2017 Chevy Tahoe while crossing Northern Blvd. in Queens. Police said the Tahoe had 'six speeding and one red light violation,' though it was unclear who drove during those incidents. The driver stayed at the scene; no charges were filed. Less than a day later, Rino El-Saieh, 42, was killed when a 17-year-old BMW driver struck his moped during a left turn in Brooklyn. The BMW then crashed into parked cars. The teen also remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Both crashes highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and riders, and raise questions about enforcement and vehicle histories.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-13
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SUV and Sedan Crash Hurts Pedestrian, Passenger▸Jun 4 - SUV and sedan slammed together on Bay 32 Street. Aggressive driving and speed tore through the night. A pedestrian and a passenger left bruised. The street bore the scars.
A crash on Bay 32 Street at Dwight Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a Ford sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven aggressively and at unsafe speeds. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact injured a 41-year-old pedestrian, who suffered arm bruises and shock, and a 45-year-old front passenger, who sustained shoulder injuries. Aggressive driving and road rage, along with unsafe speed, were listed as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by those injured.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks▸Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-03
15
Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
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Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Jul 4 - A 15-year-old fell from a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. He lay on the tracks, lifeless. Paramedics rushed him to Bellevue. He died. Subway surfing kills. The city counts the bodies. The system endures.
NY Daily News (2025-07-04) reports a 15-year-old boy died after falling from the top of a No. 7 train at Queensboro Plaza. Police found him unconscious on the tracks at 2:45 a.m. and said he was 'either riding the top of a No. 7 train entering the station or attempting to get onto the top.' The article notes six people, mostly teens, died subway surfing last year. This year, three have died. The MTA and NYPD have launched campaigns and drone patrols to deter such incidents, but the deaths continue. No driver error is cited; the focus is on systemic risk and enforcement.
- Teen Dies Falling From Subway Train, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-04
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Aggressive Driving Slams Sedans in Queens Night Crash▸Jun 30 - Two sedans collided on Beach 54th Street. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. One driver suffered leg injuries. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed silent. Metal and bodies bore the cost.
Two sedans crashed at Beach 54th Street in Queens just before midnight. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the collision. One driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Three other occupants, including a 55-year-old woman and a 27-year-old man, were listed with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles showed damage to the left side and front bumper. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Mott Avenue in Queens▸Jun 29 - Two cars met hard on Mott Avenue. One driver hurt, back injured. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stay dangerous.
A collision between a sedan and an SUV on Mott Avenue in Queens left one driver, a 62-year-old woman, injured with back pain. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV was heading straight, while the sedan was starting from parking. The impact struck the right side of the SUV and the left front of the sedan. Police list unsafe speed as a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUV Collision on Nameoke Avenue Injures Driver▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs collided on Nameoke Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite illness as a factor. Metal struck metal. The street bore the mark.
Two SUVs crashed at 22-08 Nameoke Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 47-year-old driver suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor. One SUV was stopped in traffic, the other was moving straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors before listing safety equipment. No further injuries were specified.
13
Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes▸Jun 13 - A Chevy Tahoe struck a 74-year-old man crossing Northern Blvd. Hours later, a BMW hit a moped rider turning in Brooklyn. Both victims died. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The Tahoe had a record of violations. The city streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (June 13, 2025) reports two fatal crashes in New York City within 24 hours. Eric Wexler, 74, was hit by a 2017 Chevy Tahoe while crossing Northern Blvd. in Queens. Police said the Tahoe had 'six speeding and one red light violation,' though it was unclear who drove during those incidents. The driver stayed at the scene; no charges were filed. Less than a day later, Rino El-Saieh, 42, was killed when a 17-year-old BMW driver struck his moped during a left turn in Brooklyn. The BMW then crashed into parked cars. The teen also remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Both crashes highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and riders, and raise questions about enforcement and vehicle histories.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-13
4
SUV and Sedan Crash Hurts Pedestrian, Passenger▸Jun 4 - SUV and sedan slammed together on Bay 32 Street. Aggressive driving and speed tore through the night. A pedestrian and a passenger left bruised. The street bore the scars.
A crash on Bay 32 Street at Dwight Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a Ford sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven aggressively and at unsafe speeds. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact injured a 41-year-old pedestrian, who suffered arm bruises and shock, and a 45-year-old front passenger, who sustained shoulder injuries. Aggressive driving and road rage, along with unsafe speed, were listed as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by those injured.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks▸Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-03
15
Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
29
Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
25
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Jun 30 - Two sedans collided on Beach 54th Street. Aggressive driving fueled the crash. One driver suffered leg injuries. Shock and pain followed. The street stayed silent. Metal and bodies bore the cost.
Two sedans crashed at Beach 54th Street in Queens just before midnight. According to the police report, aggressive driving and road rage led to the collision. One driver, a 25-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and was in shock. Three other occupants, including a 55-year-old woman and a 27-year-old man, were listed with unspecified injuries. Both vehicles showed damage to the left side and front bumper. The report lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the main contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on Mott Avenue in Queens▸Jun 29 - Two cars met hard on Mott Avenue. One driver hurt, back injured. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stay dangerous.
A collision between a sedan and an SUV on Mott Avenue in Queens left one driver, a 62-year-old woman, injured with back pain. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV was heading straight, while the sedan was starting from parking. The impact struck the right side of the SUV and the left front of the sedan. Police list unsafe speed as a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUV Collision on Nameoke Avenue Injures Driver▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs collided on Nameoke Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite illness as a factor. Metal struck metal. The street bore the mark.
Two SUVs crashed at 22-08 Nameoke Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 47-year-old driver suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor. One SUV was stopped in traffic, the other was moving straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors before listing safety equipment. No further injuries were specified.
13
Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes▸Jun 13 - A Chevy Tahoe struck a 74-year-old man crossing Northern Blvd. Hours later, a BMW hit a moped rider turning in Brooklyn. Both victims died. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The Tahoe had a record of violations. The city streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (June 13, 2025) reports two fatal crashes in New York City within 24 hours. Eric Wexler, 74, was hit by a 2017 Chevy Tahoe while crossing Northern Blvd. in Queens. Police said the Tahoe had 'six speeding and one red light violation,' though it was unclear who drove during those incidents. The driver stayed at the scene; no charges were filed. Less than a day later, Rino El-Saieh, 42, was killed when a 17-year-old BMW driver struck his moped during a left turn in Brooklyn. The BMW then crashed into parked cars. The teen also remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Both crashes highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and riders, and raise questions about enforcement and vehicle histories.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-13
4
SUV and Sedan Crash Hurts Pedestrian, Passenger▸Jun 4 - SUV and sedan slammed together on Bay 32 Street. Aggressive driving and speed tore through the night. A pedestrian and a passenger left bruised. The street bore the scars.
A crash on Bay 32 Street at Dwight Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a Ford sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven aggressively and at unsafe speeds. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact injured a 41-year-old pedestrian, who suffered arm bruises and shock, and a 45-year-old front passenger, who sustained shoulder injuries. Aggressive driving and road rage, along with unsafe speed, were listed as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by those injured.
3
Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks▸Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-03
15
Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
30
Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
29
Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
27
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
25
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Jun 29 - Two cars met hard on Mott Avenue. One driver hurt, back injured. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stay dangerous.
A collision between a sedan and an SUV on Mott Avenue in Queens left one driver, a 62-year-old woman, injured with back pain. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The SUV was heading straight, while the sedan was starting from parking. The impact struck the right side of the SUV and the left front of the sedan. Police list unsafe speed as a contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
23
Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed▸Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
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Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-23
18
SUV Collision on Nameoke Avenue Injures Driver▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs collided on Nameoke Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite illness as a factor. Metal struck metal. The street bore the mark.
Two SUVs crashed at 22-08 Nameoke Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 47-year-old driver suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor. One SUV was stopped in traffic, the other was moving straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors before listing safety equipment. No further injuries were specified.
13
Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes▸Jun 13 - A Chevy Tahoe struck a 74-year-old man crossing Northern Blvd. Hours later, a BMW hit a moped rider turning in Brooklyn. Both victims died. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The Tahoe had a record of violations. The city streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (June 13, 2025) reports two fatal crashes in New York City within 24 hours. Eric Wexler, 74, was hit by a 2017 Chevy Tahoe while crossing Northern Blvd. in Queens. Police said the Tahoe had 'six speeding and one red light violation,' though it was unclear who drove during those incidents. The driver stayed at the scene; no charges were filed. Less than a day later, Rino El-Saieh, 42, was killed when a 17-year-old BMW driver struck his moped during a left turn in Brooklyn. The BMW then crashed into parked cars. The teen also remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Both crashes highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and riders, and raise questions about enforcement and vehicle histories.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-13
4
SUV and Sedan Crash Hurts Pedestrian, Passenger▸Jun 4 - SUV and sedan slammed together on Bay 32 Street. Aggressive driving and speed tore through the night. A pedestrian and a passenger left bruised. The street bore the scars.
A crash on Bay 32 Street at Dwight Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a Ford sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven aggressively and at unsafe speeds. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact injured a 41-year-old pedestrian, who suffered arm bruises and shock, and a 45-year-old front passenger, who sustained shoulder injuries. Aggressive driving and road rage, along with unsafe speed, were listed as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by those injured.
3
Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks▸Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
-
Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-03
15
Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
30
Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
-
Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
29
Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
27
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
-
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
25
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
-
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Jun 23 - A pickup fleeing police struck Amanda Servedio on her bike. The crash hurled her thirty feet. She died at the scene. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, ran. Police chased him through residential streets. Eight months later, they made an arrest.
According to NY Daily News (2025-06-23), Amanda Servedio, 37, was killed when a Dodge Ram pickup, fleeing NYPD officers, struck her at 37th St. and 34th Ave. in Queens. The driver, Bekim Fiseku, was wanted for burglary and had tape over his license plate. Police chased him nearly a mile through residential streets. A witness said, "She went airborne. She flew like 30 feet. It was a lot of force." The article highlights concerns about NYPD's pursuit tactics, quoting the victim's father: "It was probably not the place to be doing a high-speed chase, in the residential neighborhood." Fiseku faces murder and manslaughter charges. The case raises questions about the risks of police chases in dense city neighborhoods.
- Police Chase Ends With Cyclist Killed, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-23
18
SUV Collision on Nameoke Avenue Injures Driver▸Jun 18 - Two SUVs collided on Nameoke Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite illness as a factor. Metal struck metal. The street bore the mark.
Two SUVs crashed at 22-08 Nameoke Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 47-year-old driver suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor. One SUV was stopped in traffic, the other was moving straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors before listing safety equipment. No further injuries were specified.
13
Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes▸Jun 13 - A Chevy Tahoe struck a 74-year-old man crossing Northern Blvd. Hours later, a BMW hit a moped rider turning in Brooklyn. Both victims died. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The Tahoe had a record of violations. The city streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (June 13, 2025) reports two fatal crashes in New York City within 24 hours. Eric Wexler, 74, was hit by a 2017 Chevy Tahoe while crossing Northern Blvd. in Queens. Police said the Tahoe had 'six speeding and one red light violation,' though it was unclear who drove during those incidents. The driver stayed at the scene; no charges were filed. Less than a day later, Rino El-Saieh, 42, was killed when a 17-year-old BMW driver struck his moped during a left turn in Brooklyn. The BMW then crashed into parked cars. The teen also remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Both crashes highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and riders, and raise questions about enforcement and vehicle histories.
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Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-13
4
SUV and Sedan Crash Hurts Pedestrian, Passenger▸Jun 4 - SUV and sedan slammed together on Bay 32 Street. Aggressive driving and speed tore through the night. A pedestrian and a passenger left bruised. The street bore the scars.
A crash on Bay 32 Street at Dwight Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a Ford sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven aggressively and at unsafe speeds. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact injured a 41-year-old pedestrian, who suffered arm bruises and shock, and a 45-year-old front passenger, who sustained shoulder injuries. Aggressive driving and road rage, along with unsafe speed, were listed as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by those injured.
3
Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks▸Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
-
Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-03
15
Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
30
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
30
Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
-
Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
29
Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
27
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
-
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
25
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
-
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Jun 18 - Two SUVs collided on Nameoke Avenue. One driver suffered a head injury. Police cite illness as a factor. Metal struck metal. The street bore the mark.
Two SUVs crashed at 22-08 Nameoke Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 47-year-old driver suffered a head contusion. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor. One SUV was stopped in traffic, the other was moving straight ahead. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any other contributing factors before listing safety equipment. No further injuries were specified.
13
Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes▸Jun 13 - A Chevy Tahoe struck a 74-year-old man crossing Northern Blvd. Hours later, a BMW hit a moped rider turning in Brooklyn. Both victims died. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The Tahoe had a record of violations. The city streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (June 13, 2025) reports two fatal crashes in New York City within 24 hours. Eric Wexler, 74, was hit by a 2017 Chevy Tahoe while crossing Northern Blvd. in Queens. Police said the Tahoe had 'six speeding and one red light violation,' though it was unclear who drove during those incidents. The driver stayed at the scene; no charges were filed. Less than a day later, Rino El-Saieh, 42, was killed when a 17-year-old BMW driver struck his moped during a left turn in Brooklyn. The BMW then crashed into parked cars. The teen also remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Both crashes highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and riders, and raise questions about enforcement and vehicle histories.
-
Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-13
4
SUV and Sedan Crash Hurts Pedestrian, Passenger▸Jun 4 - SUV and sedan slammed together on Bay 32 Street. Aggressive driving and speed tore through the night. A pedestrian and a passenger left bruised. The street bore the scars.
A crash on Bay 32 Street at Dwight Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a Ford sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven aggressively and at unsafe speeds. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact injured a 41-year-old pedestrian, who suffered arm bruises and shock, and a 45-year-old front passenger, who sustained shoulder injuries. Aggressive driving and road rage, along with unsafe speed, were listed as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by those injured.
3
Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks▸Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
-
Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-03
15
Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
30
SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
30
Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
-
Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
29
Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
27
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
-
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
25
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
-
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Jun 13 - A Chevy Tahoe struck a 74-year-old man crossing Northern Blvd. Hours later, a BMW hit a moped rider turning in Brooklyn. Both victims died. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The Tahoe had a record of violations. The city streets stayed deadly.
NY Daily News (June 13, 2025) reports two fatal crashes in New York City within 24 hours. Eric Wexler, 74, was hit by a 2017 Chevy Tahoe while crossing Northern Blvd. in Queens. Police said the Tahoe had 'six speeding and one red light violation,' though it was unclear who drove during those incidents. The driver stayed at the scene; no charges were filed. Less than a day later, Rino El-Saieh, 42, was killed when a 17-year-old BMW driver struck his moped during a left turn in Brooklyn. The BMW then crashed into parked cars. The teen also remained at the scene and faced no immediate charges. Both crashes highlight persistent dangers for pedestrians and riders, and raise questions about enforcement and vehicle histories.
- Two Killed In Separate NYC Crashes, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-13
4
SUV and Sedan Crash Hurts Pedestrian, Passenger▸Jun 4 - SUV and sedan slammed together on Bay 32 Street. Aggressive driving and speed tore through the night. A pedestrian and a passenger left bruised. The street bore the scars.
A crash on Bay 32 Street at Dwight Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a Ford sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven aggressively and at unsafe speeds. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact injured a 41-year-old pedestrian, who suffered arm bruises and shock, and a 45-year-old front passenger, who sustained shoulder injuries. Aggressive driving and road rage, along with unsafe speed, were listed as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by those injured.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks▸Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-03
15
Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
29
Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
25
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Jun 4 - SUV and sedan slammed together on Bay 32 Street. Aggressive driving and speed tore through the night. A pedestrian and a passenger left bruised. The street bore the scars.
A crash on Bay 32 Street at Dwight Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a Ford sedan. According to the police report, both vehicles were driven aggressively and at unsafe speeds. The SUV driver was unlicensed. The impact injured a 41-year-old pedestrian, who suffered arm bruises and shock, and a 45-year-old front passenger, who sustained shoulder injuries. Aggressive driving and road rage, along with unsafe speed, were listed as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by those injured.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks▸Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
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Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-06-03
15
Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
29
Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
25
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Jun 3 - A driver in Queens struck a man crossing Hempstead Avenue. The SUV stopped, idled, then sped off. The victim was dragged for three blocks. Bystanders screamed. The man died at the scene. The driver later surrendered to police.
NY Daily News reported on June 3, 2025, that Warren Rollins surrendered to police for a December 2023 hit-and-run in Queens. Rollins allegedly ran over Gary Charlotin, who was crossing Hempstead Ave., then stopped for two minutes before fleeing. According to Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, Rollins 'proceeded to speed away from the scene while dragging the victim's body, while the victim was still alive.' Bystanders pleaded for the driver to stop. The incident highlights the lethal consequences of driver inattention and failure to yield, as well as the dangers posed by drivers who flee crash scenes. The NYPD Highway Patrol investigated the fatality.
- Queens Driver Drags Pedestrian Three Blocks, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-03
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Bus Strikes Cyclist and Pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive▸May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
29
Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
25
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
May 15 - A bus hit a cyclist and a pedestrian in Queens. Both men, age 54, suffered leg injuries. The bus was turning right. No driver errors listed. Impact was sudden. The street stayed dangerous.
A bus struck a cyclist and a pedestrian on Beach Channel Drive near Dix Avenue in Queens. Both the cyclist and pedestrian, men aged 54, sustained injuries to their lower legs. According to the police report, the bus was making a right turn when the crash occurred. The cyclist was going straight, and the pedestrian was walking along the highway against traffic. No specific driver errors were listed in the report. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.'
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SUV Strikes Child Pedestrian on Oak Drive▸Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
30
Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
29
Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
27
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
25
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
-
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Apr 30 - A nine-year-old boy crossing Oak Drive was hit by an SUV. He suffered a bruised leg. The driver was licensed. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A nine-year-old pedestrian was struck by a northbound SUV while crossing Oak Drive near Reads Lane in Queens. According to the police report, the child suffered a contusion to his knee and lower leg. The driver, a 46-year-old woman, was licensed and uninjured. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or pedestrian signals appears in the report.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd▸Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
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Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-30
29
Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
27
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
25
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Apr 30 - A man with a cane crossed Linden Boulevard. A speeding driver hit him and fled. Another car struck him again. He died at the hospital. The first driver vanished. The second stayed. The street stayed dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 30, 2025, that Christopher Gayton, 62, was killed while crossing Linden Blvd near his South Jamaica home. The article states, "a driver zipping east on Linden Blvd. slammed into him" and fled. A second driver, operating a 2024 Ford Edge, then struck Gayton; this driver remained at the scene and was not charged. Police continue to search for the hit-and-run driver. The crash highlights the lethal risk pedestrians face, especially on wide, fast-moving streets like Linden Blvd. The incident underscores ongoing concerns about driver speed, hit-and-run offenses, and the persistent vulnerability of those on foot.
- Elderly Man Killed Crossing Linden Blvd, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-30
29
Improper Turn on Seagirt Boulevard Injures Driver▸Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
27
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
25
BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Apr 29 - Two sedans collided at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street. One driver suffered a bruised arm. Police cite improper turning and failure to yield. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dusk.
Two sedans crashed at Seagirt Boulevard and Beach 9 Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 36-year-old man, was injured with a shoulder contusion. Both vehicles were making conflicting movements: one turning left, the other going straight. Police list 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention helmet or signal use. The crash left one driver hurt and others shaken.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Apr 27 - A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
- Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-27
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens▸Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
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BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-25
Apr 25 - A BMW driver rammed a motorcyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard. The bike burst into flames. The rider died at the scene. Helmet cam footage captured the deadly chase. The driver faces murder charges. Streets became a killing ground.
NY Daily News reported on April 25, 2025, that Jorden Rosen, 42, was charged with murder after striking and killing William McField, 55, in Queens. The incident began with a minor collision and escalated as both vehicles ran a red light. Helmet cam footage showed Rosen rear-ending the motorcycle, causing it to catch fire and kill McField instantly. Queens DA Melinda Katz stated, "As alleged, this defendant plowed his BMW SUV into a motorcyclist shortly after the two had a minor collision." The BMW also struck another car before stopping. Rosen had prior traffic summonses for speeding and driving the wrong way. The case highlights the lethal risk of aggressive driving and the deadly power imbalance between cars and vulnerable road users.
- BMW Driver Kills Motorcyclist In Queens, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-25