Blood on 103rd’s Streets. Silence from City Hall.

Two sport utility vehicles collided on 93 Avenue in Queens. Both drivers were traveling east when impact occurred on the left side doors of one SUV and the right front bumper of the other. Two occupants suffered neck injuries but remained conscious.

According to the police report, the crash involved two station wagons/SUVs traveling eastbound on 168-19 93 Avenue in Queens at 8:20 p.m. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The point of impact was the left side doors of a 2022 Dodge SUV and the right front bumper of a 2019 Jeep SUV. The driver of the Dodge SUV, a 35-year-old male, sustained neck injuries classified as injury severity 3 and was conscious at the scene. A 58-year-old female passenger in the Jeep SUV also suffered neck injuries with the same severity and remained conscious. Both occupants were not ejected from their vehicles. The police report lists contributing factors as unspecified, providing no explicit driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The report focuses on the collision dynamics and resulting injuries without attributing fault to either driver.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746618, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sport utility vehicles collided on 148 Street in Queens, injuring four occupants. The impact struck the right front bumper of one SUV and the left front bumper of the other. All injured remained conscious but suffered internal injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:05 on 148 Street in Queens involving two sport utility vehicles. One SUV, traveling north, was struck on its right front bumper by another SUV making a right turn westbound, impacting its left front bumper. Four occupants were injured: a 63-year-old female driver and three passengers aged 42, 54, and 39. All were conscious and sustained internal injuries to various body parts including the entire body, hip-upper leg, back, and neck. The report lists the contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding noted. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746615, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An e-bike rider turned on 165th Street, failed to yield, and struck a woman stepping from a car. She fell hard, blood pooling, her leg torn open. The rider kept going. The street bore witness. No damage to the bike. Only flesh.

A woman, age 54, was seriously injured on 165th Street near Jamaica Avenue in Queens when an e-bike rider making a right turn struck her as she stepped down from a car, according to the police report. The report states the e-bike 'did not stop' and that the rider 'kept going.' The woman suffered severe lacerations to her lower leg, with blood visible on the pavement. The police report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the sole contributing factor, explicitly attributing the crash to the e-bike rider's actions. The victim was not at an intersection and was in the process of getting on or off a vehicle when struck. No damage was reported to the e-bike. The narrative centers the impact and aftermath, underscoring the consequences of driver error.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4747636, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered back injuries after a rear-end collision with an SUV on Van Wyck Expressway. The SUV driver’s inattention caused the crash. The motorcyclist wore a helmet but was thrown from the bike, sustaining contusions.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Van Wyck Expressway involving a motorcycle and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling northbound. The SUV struck the motorcycle from behind, impacting the center back end of the SUV and the center front end of the motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained back injuries and contusions. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to maintain proper attention, leading to the rear-end collision. The motorcyclist was conscious after the crash but suffered injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746170, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 13-year-old bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan struck him on his bike’s left side doors. The crash occurred at night in Queens. Driver inattention and bicyclist confusion contributed to the collision.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south struck a 13-year-old male bicyclist traveling east at the intersection near 91-21 195 Street in Queens at 22:14. The bicyclist was injured with abrasions to his knee and lower leg but was conscious and not ejected from his bike. The point of impact was the left side doors of the bike and the center front end of the sedan. The report cites driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors, along with bicyclist error or confusion. The sedan driver failed to maintain awareness, leading to the collision. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. Vehicle damage was noted on the bike's left side doors, while the sedan showed no damage. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving and the vulnerability of young bicyclists on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744879, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 29-year-old sedan driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a motorscooter collided with the vehicle's left side doors. The scooter driver was unlicensed. Both vehicles were traveling straight when the impact occurred on 150 Street in Queens.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:00 PM on 150 Street in Queens. A sedan traveling west was struck on its left side doors by a motorscooter traveling north. The sedan driver, a 29-year-old male, sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was reported to be in shock with complaints of pain or nausea. The scooter driver was unlicensed, a critical factor in this collision. Both vehicles were moving straight ahead prior to impact. The report lists no contributing factors for the sedan driver but notes the scooter driver’s lack of a valid license. The collision damaged the left side doors of the sedan and the center front end of the scooter. No ejections occurred. The report does not cite any victim behaviors as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4746616, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An SUV driver with inexperience struck an eastbound e-scooter making a left turn on 150 Street in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg contusions. The crash caused no vehicle damage but left one injured.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:59 on 150 Street in Queens. The SUV was traveling south, going straight ahead, while the e-scooter was traveling east and making a left turn. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV, which caused no vehicle damage. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old female, was injured with contusions to her knee and lower leg but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver’s error led to the collision. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The incident highlights the dangers posed by inexperienced drivers to vulnerable micromobility users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744860, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 35-year-old woman riding an e-scooter was ejected and suffered a head injury after colliding with a parked concrete mixer on 180 Street in Queens. The crash involved driver inattention and resulted in a concussion and serious injury.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 180 Street near Liberty Avenue in Queens at 3:45 PM. A concrete mixer truck was parked when the e-scooter, traveling west, struck its left rear bumper. The e-scooter driver, a 35-year-old woman, was ejected from her vehicle and sustained a head injury, including a concussion. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the collision. The concrete mixer showed no damage, indicating the e-scooter bore the impact. The injured rider was conscious after the crash but suffered serious injury severity level 3. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed. The incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving even when vehicles are stationary.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4744856, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A westbound sedan driver suffered back injuries in a multi-vehicle crash on Liberty Avenue. The impact involved several vehicles, including a concrete mixer and another sedan. Police cite multiple vehicular factors contributing to the collision.

According to the police report, at 10:40 AM on Liberty Avenue in Queens, a collision occurred involving multiple vehicles traveling westbound. The crash involved a 2020 Ford sedan, a 2015 Toyota sedan, and a 2014 concrete mixer truck. The Ford sedan driver, a 45-year-old male occupant, was injured with back contusions but was not ejected and remained conscious. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor multiple times, indicating driver errors or vehicle-related issues from more than one driver. The Ford sedan sustained center back end damage, while the Toyota was impacted on the right rear quarter panel, and the concrete mixer had damage to its left front bumper. The injured driver was using a lap belt and harness. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4742002, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle rider was ejected and injured in Queens after a sedan made a left turn. The crash involved improper passing and following too closely. The motorcyclist suffered head abrasions despite wearing a helmet.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Brewer Boulevard in Queens at 3:10 PM involving a sedan and a motorcycle. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the right side doors of the motorcycle traveling north. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained head abrasions. The report cites driver errors including "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" and "Following Too Closely" as contributing factors. The motorcycle driver was conscious but injured, with abrasions noted. The sedan driver’s left turn and the improper lane usage and close following by the motorcyclist combined to cause the crash. Vehicle damage was concentrated on the sedan’s left front quarter panel and the motorcycle’s right side doors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738766, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An SUV traveling east struck another vehicle on its right side at 138-05 109 Avenue, Queens. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old man, suffered chest contusions. Police cite driver inattention as the cause, highlighting the dangers of distracted driving.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:25 in Queens near 138-05 109 Avenue. A 2005 Honda SUV traveling east went straight ahead and impacted the right side doors of another vehicle traveling north. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old male occupant, was injured with chest contusions and remained conscious, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the collision. The point of impact was the right side doors of the SUV, which sustained damage there. No victim behaviors contributed to the crash. The data highlights driver error—specifically inattention—as the primary cause of this collision and injury.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736805, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan and a pick-up truck collided on Sutphin Boulevard, injuring two young passengers. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The crash involved driver inattention and traffic control violations, leaving children in shock with unknown injuries.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Sutphin Boulevard in Queens involving a 2015 Nissan sedan and a 2012 Dodge pick-up truck, both traveling north. The sedan was making a right turn while the pick-up truck was making a left turn when they collided front-end to front-end. The report cites driver errors including 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Two child passengers, ages 5 and 7, were injured and experienced shock. Neither was ejected from the vehicles, and both sustained injuries of unknown severity. The 5-year-old was seated in the middle rear seat of the sedan, and the 7-year-old was in the left rear passenger seat of the pick-up truck. Both children were unrestrained and had no visible complaints. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction and failure to obey traffic controls, resulting in harm to vulnerable child occupants.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4737050, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan struck an 11-year-old boy riding a bike on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. The child suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause. The boy was conscious and not ejected from the bike.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 17:30 on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Queens. An 11-year-old male bicyclist traveling west was hit by a southbound sedan. The point of impact was the sedan's left front quarter panel and the bike's center front end. The bicyclist sustained abrasions and injuries to his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention. No other contributing factors related to the bicyclist were noted. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. This collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers to vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4735616, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle rider was ejected and seriously injured when a sedan made a left turn into his path on Sutphin Boulevard. The impact struck the motorcycle’s front center and the sedan’s right side doors. The rider suffered fractures and dislocations.

According to the police report, at 8:06 AM on Sutphin Boulevard, a sedan traveling southeast was making a left turn when it collided with a motorcycle traveling northbound going straight ahead. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors and the motorcycle’s center front end. The motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained serious injuries including fractures, dislocations, and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The sedan driver, a licensed female from Georgia, was the sole occupant of her vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but highlights the sedan’s left turn maneuver as the critical action leading to the collision. No pedestrian involvement or victim fault is indicated.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736797, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 26-year-old pedestrian suffered knee and lower leg injuries when a sedan backed unsafely on 163rd Street in Queens. The driver, also injured, caused the collision by failing to yield while reversing. Both were in shock at the scene.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 163rd Street in Queens struck a 26-year-old female pedestrian who was crossing outside a signal or crosswalk. The collision occurred at 7:44 p.m. The driver of the 1995 Nissan sedan was backing unsafely, causing the impact at the vehicle's center back end. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and complained of whiplash. The driver, a 33-year-old occupant, was also injured and both parties were reported to be in shock. The report explicitly cites 'Backing Unsafely' as the contributing factor for the crash, emphasizing the driver's error. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was not blamed for the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4738221, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 17-year-old girl playing in the roadway was struck by a northbound SUV in Queens. The vehicle’s right front bumper hit her shoulder and upper arm, causing abrasions. Driver inattention was cited as the primary factor in the collision.

According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2020 Ford SUV traveling north on 190 Street near 92-42 in Queens at 18:25. The pedestrian was playing in the roadway when the vehicle’s right front bumper impacted her shoulder and upper arm, resulting in abrasions and an injury severity level of 3. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact. No pedestrian fault or contributing behavior was noted in the report. The collision highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in areas where pedestrians may be present outside intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4735341, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted, inexperienced driver collided his 2022 SUV into the right rear quarter panel of a westbound pickup truck in Queens. The SUV driver suffered head abrasions but remained conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 4:45 AM near 138-19 101 Avenue in Queens. The driver of the 2022 Lincoln SUV, a 39-year-old male occupant, was injured with head abrasions but was conscious and properly restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The SUV was traveling west and struck the right rear quarter panel of a westbound pickup truck. The collision point and vehicle damage were both on the SUV's right rear quarter panel. The report explicitly identifies driver errors on the part of the SUV driver, with no mention of victim fault or pedestrian involvement.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4735245, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A distracted SUV driver caused a crash on 191 Street in Queens. The driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles were SUVs. The collision involved driver inattention, highlighting risks from distracted driving in the borough.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 16:10 on 191 Street near Hollis Avenue in Queens. The collision involved two SUVs, one traveling east and the other parked before impact. The driver of the moving SUV, a 42-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, repeated twice, indicating the driver's failure to maintain focus led to the crash. The parked SUV sustained damage to its left side doors, while the moving vehicle showed no damage at the point of impact. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors. This incident underscores the dangers of driver distraction in Queens traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4736798, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An e-bike traveling north struck the left side doors of a northbound bus on 138 Street. The e-bike driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered abrasions and full-body injuries. The crash caused front-end damage to the e-bike and left-side damage to the bus.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 20:40 on 138 Street near the Vanwyck Expressway. A northbound e-bike driven by a 51-year-old male collided with the left rear quarter panel of a northbound bus. The e-bike sustained center front end damage, while the bus was damaged on its left side doors. The e-bike driver was injured with abrasions and injuries to his entire body but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead at the time of impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733854, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two occupants suffered injuries in a Queens crash. A female driver making a left turn struck another sedan traveling straight. Impact hit the right rear quarter panel. Both drivers experienced shock; a child passenger was restrained but injured.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 204 Street in Queens at 11:05. A 35-year-old female driver in a 2023 Mazda sedan was making a left turn when her vehicle's right rear quarter panel was struck by a 2021 Acura sedan traveling straight westbound. The Acura driver was a licensed male. The report cites 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor, indicating driver error related to vehicle movement. The female driver suffered neck injuries and shock, while a 1-year-old male passenger in the rear seat, restrained by a child safety device, was also injured and in shock. Both occupants were not ejected. Vehicle damage was noted on the Mazda's right rear quarter panel and the Acura's left front bumper. No pedestrian or cyclist involvement was reported.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4733851, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15