Crash Count for Precinct 103
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,379
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,558
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 538
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 20
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 9
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 103?

Precinct 103: Blood on Their Hands, Silence in City Hall

Precinct 103: Blood on Their Hands, Silence in City Hall

Precinct 103: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025

The Deaths Keep Coming

In Precinct 103, the street does not forgive. Nine people have died since 2022. Seventeen more were left with injuries so grave they will not forget them. More than 2,400 have been hurt—bodies broken, lives changed. These are not just numbers. They are mothers, sons, neighbors. They are the man struck crossing Hillside Avenue, the teenager thrown from a moped, the woman crushed by a turning truck. The street remembers every one.

Just this spring, a 19-year-old on a moped was killed at 90th Avenue and 188th Street. He was ejected, crushed, and died at the scene. In January, a 63-year-old man died behind the wheel on 143rd Street. Last year, a pedestrian was killed by an SUV on Hillside Avenue. The list goes on. The pain does not end.

The Machines That Kill

Cars and SUVs did the most harm. They killed, maimed, and scarred. Out of all pedestrian injuries, sedans and SUVs were responsible for the largest share—at least 491 incidents, including one death and five serious injuries. Trucks and buses followed, with 43 injuries and two serious cases. Motorcycles, mopeds, and bikes left their own trail: nine injuries, one serious, no deaths. The street is a battlefield, and the machines are winning.

Leadership: Promises and Silence

The city has tools. The police have power. They can enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, and target the corners where blood is spilled most often. But the carnage continues. “I was all the way in the back and all of a sudden the bus hit the curb…I went this way and that way and banged into the side of the bus” said a passenger after a crash in Flushing. The MTA pulled the driver from service. The investigation drags on. “The accident remains under investigation,” said authorities. The street waits for answers.

Local leaders have the power to act. They can demand more enforcement, safer street design, and real accountability. They can push for lower speed limits, more cameras, and action against repeat offenders. Or they can do nothing, and the toll will rise.

Call to Action: Make Them Hear You

This is not fate. This is policy. Every crash is a choice made by someone in power. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand enforcement. Demand safer streets. Demand that Precinct 103 stops being a graveyard. Do not wait for another name on the list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 103 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Queens, city council district District 24, assembly district AD 29 and state senate district SD 10.
Which areas are in Precinct 103?
It includes the Jamaica, South Jamaica, Hollis, and Queens CB12 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 23, District 24, District 27, and District 28, Assembly Districts AD 29, AD 32, and AD 33, and State Senate Districts SD 10, SD 11, and SD 14.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 103?
Cars and SUVs: 491 pedestrian injuries (1 death, 5 serious injuries). Trucks and Buses: 43 injuries (2 serious injuries, no deaths). Motorcycles, Mopeds, and Bikes: 9 injuries (1 serious injury, no deaths).
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 103 can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and target known crash hotspots. They can issue tickets for speeding and failure to yield, and respond to dangerous conditions. Police have the tools—they just need to use them.
Are crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
Crashes are not fate. They are preventable. Every crash is a result of choices—by drivers, by officials, by those who set policy and enforce the law.
What can local politicians do?
Local politicians can demand more enforcement, push for safer street design, lower speed limits, expand camera enforcement, and hold repeat offenders accountable. They can make the difference between life and death.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

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Other Representatives

Alicia Hyndman
Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman
District 29
District Office:
232-06A Merrick Blvd., Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Legislative Office:
Room 717, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
James F. Gennaro
Council Member James F. Gennaro
District 24
District Office:
185-10 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows, NY 11366
718-217-4969
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1833, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6956
Twitter: JamesGennaro
James Sanders
State Senator James Sanders
District 10
District Office:
142-01 Rockaway Blvd., South Ozone Park, NY 11436
Legislative Office:
Room 711, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 103 Police Precinct 103 sits in Queens, District 24, AD 29, SD 10.

It contains Queens CB12, Jamaica, South Jamaica, Hollis.

See also
Boroughs
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 103

Rear-End Crash on Liberty Avenue Injures Passenger

A sedan was struck from behind on Liberty Avenue in Queens. The impact left a young woman with a head injury. Police cite following too closely. Metal crumpled. Shock followed. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect its most vulnerable.

A crash involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred at 182-10 Liberty Avenue in Queens. One passenger, a 20-year-old woman, suffered a head injury and was in shock. According to the police report, the collision happened when a vehicle was 'Following Too Closely.' The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, indicating a rear-end impact. Multiple occupants were involved, but only one injury was reported. No pedestrians or cyclists were listed among the injured. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash highlights the ongoing danger for passengers and the persistent risk of driver error on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816149 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Three-Year-Old Pedestrian Struck on 94th Avenue

A car hit a three-year-old boy on 94th Avenue in Queens. The child was crossing outside a crosswalk. He suffered a bruised leg but stayed conscious. The driver’s actions remain unlisted. The street saw pain and confusion.

A three-year-old boy was struck and injured by a vehicle while crossing 94th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the child was not at an intersection or crosswalk when the crash occurred. He sustained a contusion to his lower leg and foot but was conscious at the scene. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. No information about the vehicle or driver actions is provided. The incident highlights the vulnerability of young pedestrians on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816144 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedans Collide at 104 Ave and Francis Lewis

Two sedans crashed in Queens. One driver, an 89-year-old woman, suffered a leg injury. The other driver and two passengers had unspecified injuries. The police listed no clear cause. Metal and glass met. The street bore the mark.

Two sedans collided at the intersection of 104 Avenue and Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, an 89-year-old female driver was injured, sustaining a contusion and injury to her lower leg and foot. The other driver, a 54-year-old man, and two additional occupants reported unspecified injuries. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the crash. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors or external causes are identified in the data. No mention is made of helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash left both cars damaged, with impact to the right side doors of one sedan and the front end of the other.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4816146 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Driver Hits Parked Van in Queens

A Cadillac SUV struck a parked van on 145th Street. The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, suffered bruises. Police cite driver distraction. The SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The street stayed quiet after the crash.

A collision occurred on 145th Street in Queens involving a Cadillac SUV and a parked Ford van. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling east when it hit the van. The driver of the SUV, a 51-year-old woman, sustained contusions to her entire body. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The report also notes the SUV driver was unlicensed. No pedestrians, cyclists, or bystanders were reported injured. The van was unoccupied at the time of the crash. The impact damaged the left front bumper of both vehicles. No other contributing factors were listed in the police report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815625 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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SUV Hits Parked Sedan on Jamaica Avenue

Night crash in Queens. SUV slams into parked sedan. Six people hurt, including a child. Head injuries, shock, pain. Police cite cell phone use and passenger distraction. Metal and glass. Sirens in the dark.

A station wagon SUV struck a parked sedan on Jamaica Avenue in Queens, injuring six people. According to the police report, both cell phone (hand-held) use and passenger distraction contributed to the crash. The impact left drivers and passengers with head injuries, shock, and pain. A three-year-old child was among those hurt. One driver was trapped. The police report lists 'Cell Phone (hand-Held)' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the data. The crash highlights the danger when attention slips behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815268 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
3
Three Hurt as Sedans Collide on 178th Street

Two sedans crashed on 178th Street in Queens. Three men suffered head and chest injuries. Airbags deployed. Shock set in. The police listed 'Other Vehicular' as a factor. The street bore the brunt. Metal and bodies took the impact.

Two sedans collided on 178th Street at 93rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three men were injured—two drivers and a front-seat passenger. The injured suffered head and chest trauma and reported pain and shock. Airbags deployed in both vehicles. The police listed 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction were cited in the report. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left three people hurt and the cars damaged, with the impact focused on the front bumpers.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815022 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal on 170 St

A man crossing 170 Street with the signal was hit. A pickup and a sedan collided. The pedestrian suffered a bruised leg. A driver got head injuries. The police listed no clear cause. The street stayed dangerous. Metal met flesh. Pain followed.

A 64-year-old man was injured while crossing 170 Street at Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, he was a pedestrian at the intersection, crossing with the signal, when a pickup truck and a sedan collided. The pedestrian suffered a contusion to his lower leg and foot. A 36-year-old female driver also sustained head injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were traveling south; the sedan was making a right turn. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The crash left vulnerable road users hurt, with no clear cause identified by police.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4815013 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality

A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.

According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.


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Distracted Drivers Collide on Jamaica Avenue

Two SUVs crashed on Jamaica Avenue. Driver inattention sent metal into metal. One driver and a front passenger suffered whiplash and chest injuries. Distraction ruled the moment.

Two SUVs collided at Jamaica Avenue and 196th Street in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were operated by licensed drivers heading west. One SUV was making a left turn, the other going straight. Driver inattention and distraction were listed as contributing factors for both. The crash left a 67-year-old male driver and a 63-year-old female front passenger injured, both suffering whiplash and chest injuries. The report notes lap belts and harnesses were used. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary cause.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4814447 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pick-up Truck Hits Elderly Pedestrian on Jamaica Ave

A pick-up truck struck a 73-year-old man crossing with the signal on Jamaica Ave. The pedestrian suffered facial injuries and shock. Center front end impact. No driver errors listed. System failed to protect.

A pick-up truck struck a 73-year-old man as he crossed Jamaica Ave with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered facial injuries and was in shock. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection. No helmet or signal issues are mentioned. The crash left a vulnerable road user hurt in Queens.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813829 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Drivers Collide on Jamaica Avenue

Two vehicles crashed on Jamaica Avenue. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver distraction. Passengers shaken. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.

A pick-up truck and a sedan collided at Jamaica Avenue and 160th Street in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were involved in the crash due to 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' One driver, a 33-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and shock. Several passengers were also involved, with injuries listed as unspecified. The sedan was starting from parking, while the truck was making a right turn. The report highlights driver distraction as the key contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4813824 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Defective Brakes Injure Three on Merrick Blvd

Brakes failed. Metal struck metal. Three people hurt. Neck injuries. Archer Avenue shook with the crash. System failed. Lives changed in seconds.

A crash on Merrick Blvd at Archer Ave in Queens left three people injured, including two women and a man, all suffering neck injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles—a box truck and an SUV—were traveling west when defective brakes caused the collision. The report lists 'Brakes Defective' as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left one passenger partially ejected. The system failed to protect those inside. No other contributing factors were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812602 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedans Collide on Sutphin Boulevard, Two Drivers Hurt

Two sedans crashed on Sutphin Boulevard at 109 Ave. Both drivers injured. Police cite illness as a factor. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.

Two sedans collided on Sutphin Boulevard at 109 Avenue in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 45 and 70, were injured. According to the police report, 'Illnes' was listed as a contributing factor in the crash. Both vehicles suffered damage, with one hit in the center back end and the other at the left front bumper. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any other contributing factors beyond illness. Both drivers wore lap belts and harnesses.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812272 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Drivers Collide on Sutphin Boulevard

Two sedans crashed at Sutphin and Liberty. One driver hurt, back bruised. Police cite driver inattention. Metal and glass, sharp and sudden. The street stays dangerous.

Two sedans collided at Sutphin Boulevard and Liberty Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, one driver suffered a back contusion. The crash left five others with unspecified injuries. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. One sedan was making a left turn, the other going straight. Both drivers were licensed. The report does not mention any actions by passengers or pedestrians. The only listed safety equipment was a lap belt. No other contributing factors are noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4812109 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Left Turn Hits Pedestrian in Crosswalk

SUV turned left on Jamaica Ave. Struck woman crossing in marked crosswalk. She fell. Hurt her leg. Police cite failure to yield. System failed to protect her.

A 53-year-old woman was crossing Jamaica Ave at 160 St in a marked crosswalk when an SUV making a left turn struck her. She suffered a leg injury and abrasions. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. The impact came from the SUV's right front bumper. No other factors were cited. The system left the pedestrian exposed at the intersection.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4811325 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV U-Turn Crash Injures Child, Woman

Two SUVs collided on Hillside Avenue. A child and a woman suffered head and chest injuries. Police cite failure to yield and improper lane use. Metal twisted. Pain followed.

Two sport utility vehicles collided at 190-14 Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a driver making a U-turn failed to yield right-of-way and used lanes improperly. The crash left a 9-year-old boy with a head injury and a 31-year-old woman with chest trauma. Both were passengers. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact struck hard, injuring the vulnerable inside.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810713 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUVs and Sedan Collide at Unsafe Speed in Queens

Two SUVs and a sedan slammed together on Archer Avenue. One driver suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe speed and failure to yield. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.

Three vehicles—a 2019 Mitsubishi SUV, a 2008 Lexus SUV, and a 2023 Hyundai sedan—collided on Archer Avenue at Merrick Boulevard in Queens. One driver, age 25, suffered neck injuries. According to the police report, unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way were listed as contributing factors. All involved were occupants or drivers; no pedestrians or cyclists were reported. The crash left one person injured and others with unspecified conditions. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The crash highlights the ongoing risk posed by driver errors on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810440 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUVs Collide on 172nd Street, Driver Injured

Two SUVs crashed on 172nd Street in Queens. One driver suffered neck injuries. Three others were shaken. Police list no clear cause. Metal bent. Streets stayed dangerous.

Two station wagons collided at 89-04 172nd Street in Queens. According to the police report, one driver, a 38-year-old man, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. Three other occupants, all men, reported unspecified injuries. The crash involved multiple SUVs and a sedan. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report. No mention of helmet or signal use was made. The cause remains unclear in official records.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810344 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A sedan hit a man in the crosswalk on 150th Street. The driver failed to yield. The pedestrian suffered arm and internal injuries. The street stayed loud. The danger stayed real.

A sedan struck a 55-year-old man crossing 150th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when the driver made a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his upper arm and internal injuries. The driver and another occupant were not seriously hurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes were cited.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810341 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

An SUV hit a man crossing 184th Street with the signal. He suffered bruises to his entire body. The driver was making a left turn. No driver errors were listed by police.

A 33-year-old man was injured when an SUV struck him as he crossed 184th Street at Hillside Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The SUV, driven by a 41-year-old woman, was making a left turn when the crash occurred. The pedestrian suffered contusions to his entire body and was conscious at the scene. Police listed no specific driver errors or contributing factors in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4810336 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04