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
Community Boards
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 103

Minivan Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three

A minivan left the road in Queens. It hit a tree. One woman died. Three others, all seniors, went to the hospital. The crash happened on Brookville Boulevard, near Sunrise Highway. Police are investigating. The road stayed quiet after.

According to the NY Daily News (published February 14, 2025), a minivan from Eunhae Adult Daycare crashed while leaving a senior residence in Queens. The 74-year-old driver 'lost control of the wheel at the Sunrise Highway.' The vehicle veered off Brookville Blvd and struck a tree. Four people were inside, all seniors. One woman in her 70s died after being found unconscious in the back seat. Three others, including the driver, were hospitalized but expected to survive. Police are investigating the cause. The article highlights the dangers faced by passengers in vehicles operated by older drivers and the risks at busy intersections like Brookville Boulevard and Sunrise Highway.


SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Crosswalk

SUV hit a 53-year-old woman crossing with the signal. Driver failed to yield and was distracted. The impact threw her back. She was hurt but conscious. The crash happened at 146 Street and Jamaica Avenue.

According to the police report, a 53-year-old woman was crossing 146 Street at Jamaica Avenue with the signal when a northbound SUV turned left and struck her with its left front bumper. The pedestrian suffered back injuries but remained conscious after the crash. The report states the driver, a licensed woman from New York, failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The vehicle was not damaged. The police list driver error—failure to yield right-of-way and inattention/distraction—as contributing factors. The pedestrian’s action, crossing with the signal, is noted but not cited as a cause.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4791848 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Woman Killed In Queens Parkway Crash

A car struck an underpass on Belt Parkway. Metal twisted. A woman, 27, died at the hospital. A man survived. Police do not know who drove. The wreck left questions. The system failed to protect its passengers.

According to NY Daily News (published February 8, 2025), a single-car crash on Queens’ Belt Parkway killed a 27-year-old woman and injured a 30-year-old man. The white Toyota sedan hit an underpass near 225th Street around 3:50 a.m. Both occupants were found outside the wreck when police arrived. Investigators are unsure who was driving at the time of impact: 'Since both occupants were out of the car at the time of the crash, investigators haven't figured out who was driving, police said.' The woman died at Long Island Jewish Hospital-Valley Stream; the man was expected to survive. The article highlights ongoing uncertainty about driver identity and underscores the persistent risks on city highways, especially where loss of vehicle control leads to deadly outcomes. The investigation continues.


Sedan Passenger Injured in Unsafe Lane Change Crash

A sedan making a right turn collided with a tanker traveling straight north on 97 Ave. The sedan’s front passenger suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries, including whiplash. Police cite unsafe lane changing as the cause of the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 14:10 on 97 Ave involving a 2011 Chevrolet sedan and a 2021 Mack tanker truck, both traveling north. The sedan was making a right turn when it collided with the tanker’s left front bumper, impacting the sedan’s right rear bumper. The front passenger in the sedan, a 28-year-old male, was injured with abdominal and pelvic trauma and complained of whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt at the time. The report identifies 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as the primary contributing factor to the collision. The tanker driver was licensed in New Jersey, and the sedan driver was licensed in New York. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4791578 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Turning Left Strikes E-Scooter Rider

An SUV making a left turn collided with a southbound e-scooter on Merrick Blvd. The e-scooter driver was ejected, suffering head injuries and contusions. Police cited unsafe speed as a key factor in the crash.

According to the police report, at 7:57 AM on Merrick Blvd, a station wagon/SUV traveling west made a left turn and struck a southbound e-scooter. The e-scooter driver, a 35-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained head injuries and contusions, classified as injury severity level 3. The police report identifies "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error related to speed management. The SUV driver’s maneuver of making a left turn intersected with the e-scooter's path, resulting in impact at the SUV's right rear quarter panel and the e-scooter's center front end. No safety equipment was reported on the e-scooter driver, but this was not cited as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the dangers posed by vehicle turning movements combined with unsafe speeds.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4791009 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Unlicensed Driver Flees Queens Fatal Crash

A man slammed his Mercedes into a stopped car on the Whitestone Expressway. The impact threw an MTA worker onto the pavement. The driver ran. The worker died. Police found the abandoned car. The driver had no license.

NY Daily News reported on February 5, 2025, that James Vennitti, 63, was arrested for a deadly hit-and-run on the Whitestone Expressway in Queens. On February 10, 2024, Vennitti allegedly rear-ended David Berney, 43, after Berney and another driver stopped in the middle lane following a minor collision. The crash threw Berney from his car, killing him at the scene. The other driver was injured. Vennitti, unlicensed, abandoned his Mercedes and fled on foot. Police arrested him a year later. A grand jury indicted Vennitti for leaving the scene of a fatal crash and driving without a license. The case highlights the lethal risk of unlicensed driving and the dangers of stopped vehicles on high-speed roads.


Pedestrian’s Leg Crushed by Two SUVs on 89th Avenue

A 42-year-old man, walking outside the crosswalk on 89th Avenue, was struck by two westbound SUVs. His leg was crushed beneath steel. He remained conscious as pain demanded amputation. The drivers’ view was blocked. Failure to yield sealed his fate.

According to the police report, a 42-year-old man was walking outside the crosswalk on 89th Avenue near 168th Street in Queens when he was struck by two westbound vehicles—a sedan and an SUV. The narrative states, 'His leg crushed beneath steel. He stayed awake. The pain spoke plainly: amputation.' The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors, explicitly citing driver error as central to the crash. The sedan was starting from parking, while the SUV was going straight ahead. The pedestrian suffered severe injury to his lower leg, resulting in amputation, but remained conscious throughout. The report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The impact and aftermath underscore the lethal consequences of driver inattention and obstructed views on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790442 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Queens Sedan Collision Involving Alcohol

Two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The female driver suffered neck injuries and shock. Police report alcohol involvement as a key factor. Both vehicles were traveling east when impact occurred at right front bumper and left side doors.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Jamaica Avenue in Queens at 10:16 AM. Both vehicles were traveling eastbound when the collision occurred. The impact points were the right front bumper of one sedan and the left side doors of the other. The female driver, age 46, was injured with neck trauma and experienced shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report explicitly cites 'Alcohol Involvement' as the contributing factor for the crash, indicating driver impairment. There is no mention of pedestrian or cyclist involvement or victim behaviors contributing to the crash. The collision highlights the systemic danger posed by impaired driving on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790005 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Driver Hits Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

A 65-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a vehicle making a left turn struck him at an intersection. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver’s inattention caused the collision, resulting in bruising and trauma.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Parsons Blvd near Jamaica Ave in Queens at 18:25. The vehicle, traveling south and making a left turn, struck a 65-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing with the signal at the intersection. The point of impact was the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian sustained contusions and bruises to his knee, lower leg, and foot, with an injury severity rated at level 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The pedestrian was conscious and injured but not ejected. This collision highlights the systemic danger posed by distracted driving during turning maneuvers at intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789975 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Moped Strikes Pedestrian Crossing in Queens

A moped hit a 54-year-old woman crossing with the signal on 139th Street. She suffered fractured and dislocated leg bones. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed quiet. The harm was loud.

According to the police report, a moped traveling north on 139th Street in Queens struck a 54-year-old woman as she crossed Hillside Avenue with the signal. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered serious injuries, including fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed no damage. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789603 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Queens SUV Collision Causes Neck Injury

Two SUVs collided at a Queens intersection. One driver suffered a neck injury and whiplash. Both drivers were distracted, causing impact on the left side and front bumper. The crash left one occupant injured but conscious, restrained by a seatbelt.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided near 90-38 170 Street in Queens at 8:27 AM. The first vehicle, traveling north, was struck on its left side doors by the second vehicle making a left turn westbound. Both drivers were cited for Driver Inattention/Distraction as contributing factors. The injured party was a 35-year-old female driver, conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness, who sustained a neck injury described as whiplash. The impact damaged the left side doors of the first SUV and the left front bumper of the second. The report highlights driver distraction as the primary cause, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789264 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Sedan Crash on Hillside Ave Injures Two

A sedan traveling west on Hillside Ave struck a defect in the pavement, causing a crash that injured its two occupants. The 65-year-old driver suffered head abrasions; the 93-year-old passenger sustained whiplash. Both were conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, a 2015 Nissan sedan traveling west on Hillside Ave collided due to a defective pavement and tire failure, which are cited as contributing factors. The driver, a 65-year-old man, was injured with head abrasions and remained conscious, secured by a lap belt and harness. The front passenger, a 93-year-old woman, also conscious and restrained, suffered whiplash affecting her entire body. The vehicle's left front bumper was damaged at the point of impact. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved. The report highlights pavement defects and tire inadequacy as the primary causes, with no driver error or victim behavior noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4788158 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Uber Driver Dies in Queens Crash

A Toyota RAV4 jumped the curb on 90th Avenue, slammed into a garage, and collapsed the structure. The driver, Mamadou Barry, was trapped. First responders pulled him out, but he died at the hospital. No other injuries reported.

According to NY Daily News (2025-01-22), Mamadou Barry, 63, was driving his Toyota RAV4 along 90th Ave. in Jamaica, Queens, around 5:20 a.m. when he lost control, hopped a curb at 143rd St., and crashed into a detached garage. The impact caused the garage to collapse onto both his SUV and a parked, unoccupied Prius. Police said Barry was trapped and later died at Jamaica Hospital. The article notes, 'he lost control of the SUV, which went crashing into a detached garage in Queens, police said.' Family members stated Barry had no known medical issues. The cause of the crash remains unclear. No other injuries were reported. The incident highlights the dangers faced by drivers and bystanders in residential areas where structures sit close to the street.


Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection

A 46-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan hit him at a Queens intersection late at night. The pedestrian was left in shock with complaints of pain and nausea. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at its center front end.

According to the police report, a 46-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 138-60 Jamaica Avenue in Queens at 10:55 PM. The pedestrian was struck by a 2017 Nissan sedan traveling west, which was going straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of the sedan, causing knee, lower leg, and foot injuries to the pedestrian, who was left in shock and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any pedestrian fault or helmet use. The driver's actions leading to the collision are not detailed beyond the vehicle's travel direction and impact point, highlighting systemic dangers at this intersection for pedestrians.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789258 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Aggressive Driving Causes Sedan Collision in Queens

Two sedans collided on 177 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens. The driver of one vehicle suffered back injuries and shock. Police report cites aggressive driving and road rage as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front and rear end damage.

According to the police report, at 19:10 on 177 Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens, two sedans collided while both were traveling straight ahead. The driver of one sedan, a 47-year-old male occupant, was injured with back pain and shock, reporting complaints of pain or nausea. The report explicitly lists 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The collision involved impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other, indicating a rear-end collision. Both vehicles were registered in New York and each had one occupant. The injured driver was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment. The police report does not mention any victim behaviors contributing to the crash, focusing solely on the driver errors of aggressive driving and road rage.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789256 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Speeding SUV Crushes Parked Sedan, Driver Killed

Before dawn on 90th Avenue, a speeding SUV tore into a parked sedan. Metal shrieked, the roof caved. A 63-year-old man, alone behind the wheel, died in the wreckage. The street fell silent, marked by violence and loss.

According to the police report, a Station Wagon/Sport Utility Vehicle traveling east on 90th Avenue near 143rd Street struck a parked sedan at 5:38 a.m. The report states the SUV was moving at 'Unsafe Speed' when it collided with the sedan, folding metal and collapsing the sedan's roof. The sole occupant of the SUV, a 63-year-old man, was killed in the crash. The sedan was unoccupied. The police narrative describes the scene: 'A speeding SUV slammed into a parked sedan. Metal folded. The roof collapsed.' The contributing factor listed is 'Unsafe Speed,' underscoring the role of excessive speed in this fatal collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors are cited in the report. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when speed overtakes control on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4787451 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Improper Turn and Tailgating Injure SUV Driver

A truck and SUV collided on 170 St in Queens. Both turned right. The SUV driver, 57, suffered head trauma and whiplash. Police cite improper turning and following too closely as causes.

According to the police report, a tractor truck and a sport utility vehicle collided on 170 St near Douglas Ave in Queens at 12:31 PM. Both vehicles were making right turns when the crash occurred. The 57-year-old SUV driver was left semiconscious with head injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors, pointing to driver errors. The SUV's left front bumper was damaged. The truck showed no damage. The SUV driver wore a lap belt. No victim actions were cited as contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4787328 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV and Sedan Collide on 148th Street

Two northbound vehicles struck each other on 148th Street, injuring a 47-year-old male sedan driver. Impact occurred at the front quarters of both vehicles. The sedan driver suffered a back contusion but remained conscious and restrained.

According to the police report, a 2007 SUV and a 2013 sedan, both traveling north on 148th Street, collided with impact at the right front quarter panel of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The sedan driver, a 47-year-old male occupant, was injured with a back contusion and remained conscious. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the sedan driver, but no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding are cited. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused damage primarily to the front quarters of both vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4787023 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection

A 27-year-old woman suffered bruises and arm injuries when a distracted SUV driver making a left turn hit her at a Queens intersection. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact. The pedestrian was conscious and injured in the collision.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 89 Avenue and 168 Street in Queens around 4:40 PM. The driver of a 2014 Jeep SUV, traveling west and making a left turn, struck the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front quarter panel. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor to the crash. The pedestrian sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. Despite the impact, the SUV sustained no damage. The report does not list any pedestrian actions or behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on the driver's distraction as the cause of the collision.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4787020 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Fails to Yield, Injures Pedestrian

A 58-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by a sedan making a right turn. The vehicle hit the pedestrian’s lower leg and foot, causing contusions and shock. The driver failed to yield right-of-way at a Queens intersection.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on 164 Street in Queens struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection with Jamaica Avenue. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the sedan made a right turn and impacted him with the right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions and bruises, and was in shock. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" as the contributing factor on the driver's part. The vehicle sustained no damage. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The incident highlights driver error in yielding, resulting in injury to a vulnerable road user.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4786982 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04