Crash Count for Precinct 104
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,814
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,751
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 556
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 38
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 21
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 104?

Blood on the Boulevard: Queens Streets Are Killing Fields

Blood on the Boulevard: Queens Streets Are Killing Fields

Precinct 104: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 18, 2025

The Bodies Pile Up

Five dead. Eleven seriously hurt. In the last year alone, 723 people have been injured in traffic crashes across Precinct 104. The numbers do not bleed, but the streets do. A cyclist, age 54, crushed by a truck on Juniper Boulevard North. A 47-year-old man, thrown from his bike and killed on Maurice Avenue. Two men on motorcycles, both 39, both dead—one on Eliot Avenue, one on Jackie Robinson Parkway. Each crash a name lost, a family broken.

Just this spring, a cyclist was killed by a truck at the corner of 80th Street and Juniper Boulevard North. The data reads: “Crush Injuries. Apparent Death.” The cause: “Traffic Control Disregarded.” The driver survived. The cyclist did not. See the NYC Open Data crash records.

The System Fails the Vulnerable

SUVs, trucks, and cars do most of the killing. In the last three years, SUVs and cars caused 331 pedestrian injuries and one death. Trucks and buses: 27 injuries, three deaths. Motorcycles and mopeds: 12 injuries, one death. Bikes: nine injuries, no deaths. The pattern is clear. The largest vehicles do the most harm. The smallest pay the price.

On the buses, riders are not safe either. Just last week, an MTA bus in Flushing jumped the curb and slammed into a pole. Eight people were hurt. The driver, a new hire, told investigators he “misjudged the curb.” Video showed more: he “had fallen asleep at the wheel.” The MTA pulled him from service. “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,” recalled one passenger. The crash could have killed. It did not. This time.

Leadership: Action or Excuse?

The police have the tools. They can enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, and target crash hotspots. They can act—if they choose. The numbers show where the danger lies. The question is whether they will use that knowledge.

Local leaders have the power to demand more. They can push for lower speed limits, safer street designs, and real accountability for repeat offenders. They can reward action and call out delay. But silence is complicity. Every day without change is another day of blood on the asphalt.

Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand enforcement. Demand safer streets. The dead cannot speak. You must.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 104 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Queens, city council district District 32, assembly district AD 28 and state senate district SD 12.
Which areas are in Precinct 104?
It includes the Maspeth, Ridgewood, Glendale, Middle Village, Mount Olivet & All Faiths Cemeteries, Middle Village Cemetery, St. John Cemetery, Highland Park-Cypress Hills Cemeteries (North), and Queens CB5 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 30, District 32, and District 34, Assembly Districts AD 28, AD 30, AD 37, AD 38, and AD 39, and State Senate Districts SD 12, SD 15, and SD 18.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 104?
Cars and Trucks: 331 injuries, 1 death (SUVs/cars); 27 injuries, 3 deaths (trucks/buses). Motorcycles and Mopeds: 12 injuries, 1 death. Bikes: 9 injuries, 0 deaths. See NYC Open Data crash records.
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 104 can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and target known crash hotspots. They can issue speeding and failure-to-yield tickets, and respond to dangerous conditions. The data shows where the danger is. The police can act—if they choose.
Are crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
Crashes are not random. The same streets, the same vehicles, the same patterns. Enforcement, safer street design, and lower speeds can prevent deaths and injuries.
What can local politicians do?
They can push for lower speed limits, safer street designs, and real accountability for repeat offenders. They can demand action from police and city agencies. They can reward action and call out delay.
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

Andrew Hevesi
Assembly Member Andrew Hevesi
District 28
District Office:
70-50 Austin St. Suite 114, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Legislative Office:
Room 626, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Joann Ariola
Council Member Joann Ariola
District 32
District Office:
114-12 Beach Channel Drive, Suite 1, Rockaway Park, NY 11694
718-318-6411
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1550, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7382
Twitter: JoannAriola32
Michael Gianaris
State Senator Michael Gianaris
District 12
District Office:
22-07 45th St. Suite 1008, Astoria, NY 11105
Legislative Office:
Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 104 Police Precinct 104 sits in Queens, District 32, AD 28, SD 12.

It contains Queens CB5, Maspeth, Ridgewood, Glendale, Middle Village, Mount Olivet & All Faiths Cemeteries, Middle Village Cemetery, St. John Cemetery, Highland Park-Cypress Hills Cemeteries (North).

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 104

Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute

A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man in Ozone Park. The driver fled, then turned himself in. Police say the crash followed a heated confrontation. The victim died at Jamaica Hospital.

ABC7 reported on August 1, 2025, that a 23-year-old man died after being hit by a car at 101st Avenue and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. Police said the incident followed a domestic dispute. The driver, who was the woman's current boyfriend, told police the victim approached his car "while flashing what appeared to be a gun" and was struck as the driver tried to leave. The driver later went to the police. No charges had been filed as of publication, with the district attorney still reviewing the case. The crash highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used during conflicts.


Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway

Water rose fast. Cars stranded. People climbed roofs to escape. Rescue teams pulled them out. Rain hammered Queens. The road drowned, then cleared. Danger came quick. Relief came late.

ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that flash flooding trapped drivers on the Clearview Expressway in Queens. Video showed people perched atop cars, waiting for rescue. A witness described, "10 feet deep, people sitting on top of cars, 6 or 7." Mayor Eric Adams declared a localized State of Emergency. The flooding left vehicles stranded and forced emergency response. The article highlights the risk of sudden, severe weather overwhelming city infrastructure, stranding vulnerable road users in harm’s way.


Cyclist Injured in Cooper Avenue Left-Turn Crash

A 23-year-old cyclist struck at Cooper and Metropolitan. Left-turn driver failed to yield. Cyclist suffered arm abrasions. Helmet worn. No vehicle damage. Night fell hard in Queens.

A 23-year-old male bicyclist was injured at the intersection of Cooper Avenue and Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a left-turning vehicle that failed to yield the right-of-way. The cyclist, who was riding straight, suffered abrasions to his arm and was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. No vehicle damage was reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830990 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Drivers Collide on Jackie Robinson Parkway

Three vehicles crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One woman suffered neck injuries. Police cite driver inattention and tailgating. Metal twisted. Pain followed.

Three vehicles crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan, a pickup truck, and an SUV were all traveling west when they collided. A 27-year-old woman driving the sedan suffered neck injuries and reported pain and shock. Two male drivers, ages 59 and 37, were also involved but their injuries were unspecified. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The crash left metal bent and a driver hurt. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830819 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Rear-Ended on Jackie Robinson Parkway

SUV struck from behind on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One driver injured, chest trauma. Police cite following too closely. Impact hits center back end. System failed to protect all inside.

A crash on Jackie Robinson Parkway involved a sedan and an SUV, both traveling east. One driver suffered chest injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' The SUV was hit in the center back end, while the sedan sustained front-end damage. Multiple occupants were involved, including a child. The report lists no other contributing factors. The system allowed a chain of errors, leaving one driver hurt and others at risk.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830105 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Two Crossing With Signal

A sedan turning left hit a 12-year-old boy and a 45-year-old woman as they crossed 69 Street with the signal. Both suffered leg injuries. The crash left pain, blood, and questions in Queens.

A sedan making a left turn on 69 Street at the Long Island Expressway struck two people—a 12-year-old boy and a 45-year-old woman—who were crossing with the signal. According to the police report, both victims were injured: the boy suffered hip and upper leg pain, while the woman sustained abrasions to her lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Unspecified' as the contributing factor, offering no clear cause. No driver errors are detailed in the data. Both victims were conscious after the crash. The impact highlights the danger faced by those crossing even with the right of way.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830101 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Moped Driver Injured in Queens Collision

A moped and sedan collided on Rene Ct near Metropolitan Ave. The moped driver suffered crush injuries. Both vehicles showed front-end damage. Streets in Queens again prove unforgiving.

A moped and a sedan crashed on Rene Ct off Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the moped was traveling east and the sedan was making a left turn westbound. The 25-year-old moped driver was partially ejected and suffered crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. He was wearing a helmet. The sedan driver, age 85, was not ejected and reported no injuries. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained damage to their front ends.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829720 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Slams Stopped Car on 73rd Place

A speeding SUV struck a stopped car in Queens. One driver suffered whiplash. The crash left metal twisted and bodies shaken. Unsafe speed fueled the impact. Streets stayed silent after the blow.

Two SUVs collided at 78-53 73rd Place in Queens. According to the police report, one SUV was stopped in traffic when another, traveling straight ahead, struck it from behind. A 46-year-old woman driving the stopped vehicle suffered whiplash and injuries to her entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both drivers were licensed. The crash left one injured and others shaken, with damage to both vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828598 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Driver Distracted, Child Injured on Myrtle Ave

A distracted SUV driver struck a child on Myrtle Ave in Queens. The child suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause.

A station wagon/SUV traveling east on Myrtle Ave in Queens struck a child who was walking or riding along the highway with traffic. The child, a male infant, sustained injuries to his arm, including a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was listed as the contributing factor. The driver, a 71-year-old man, was licensed and uninjured. No other vehicle damage was reported. The report does not mention any errors by the child. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830775 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Left Turn Strikes Cyclist on Myrtle Ave

SUV turned left into cyclist on Myrtle Ave. Rider thrown, bruised, hurt in the back. Police cite failure to yield. The street stays dangerous for those on two wheels.

A 23-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV making a left turn struck him on Myrtle Ave at 65 Pl in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV failed to yield right-of-way. The cyclist, traveling straight, was partially ejected and suffered a back contusion. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the driver’s contributing factor. No helmet use or cyclist error is cited. The crash highlights the risk faced by cyclists when drivers ignore basic traffic rules.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828590 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Turns, Strikes Cyclist on 64th Road

SUV turned right on Woodhaven. Cyclist hit. Leg bruised. Police cite driver inattention. Another crash in Queens. Streets stay dangerous for those on bikes.

A station wagon SUV struck a 31-year-old male bicyclist on 64th Road near Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The cyclist suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The SUV was making a right turn when it hit the cyclist, who was traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupant. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829047 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pickup Truck Fails to Yield, Cyclist Injured on Maspeth Ave

Pickup struck cyclist on Maspeth Ave. Cyclist suffered leg crush injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal met flesh. System failed the vulnerable.

A pickup truck and a cyclist collided on Maspeth Ave in Queens. The 33-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering crush injuries to his lower leg and foot. According to the police report, both the driver and cyclist were involved in a 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The cyclist was partially ejected. The pickup truck showed no damage. No helmet use was reported for the cyclist, but the police report lists only failure to yield as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers do not yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828915 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Bus Slams SUV on Woodhaven Boulevard

A bus struck an SUV turning right on Woodhaven Boulevard. One man suffered back injuries. Police cite driver inattention. Metal twisted. Pain followed. Streets stayed dangerous.

A bus and an SUV collided at Woodhaven Boulevard and 82 Avenue in Queens. One man, age 37, driving the SUV, suffered back injuries and shock. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive or distracted. The SUV was making a right turn when the bus, traveling straight, struck its right side. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the main contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal bent and a driver hurt, underscoring the risk when focus slips behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827805 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Convertible Hits Cyclist on Woodhaven Boulevard

Convertible struck cyclist at Woodhaven and Penelope. Cyclist suffered head injury. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.

A convertible traveling east on Woodhaven Boulevard collided with a northbound cyclist at Penelope Avenue. The 27-year-old cyclist suffered a head injury and reported pain and nausea. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this was noted only after the driver’s error. No injuries were reported for the vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when drivers ignore traffic controls.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827802 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers

Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.

amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.


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Dump Truck Slams Sedan on Expressway Lane Change

Dump truck and sedan collided on Long Island Expressway. Three people hurt. Unsafe lane change and bad turn led to crush and concussion injuries. Metal twisted. Sirens followed.

A dump truck and a sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. Three people were injured, including a driver with crush injuries and two passengers with concussions. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was slowing or stopping when the dump truck struck it from behind. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827231 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Truck Slams Sedan on Expressway, Three Hurt

Truck hit sedan at speed on Long Island Expressway. Three people crushed, backs broken. Police cite unsafe speed and passing too closely. Metal twisted. Pain followed.

A truck and a sedan collided on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. Three occupants in the sedan suffered back injuries and crush trauma. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling west when the truck struck the sedan’s right rear bumper. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors. The truck’s front end and the sedan’s rear were damaged. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. All injured were inside the vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827229 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Cyclist on Metropolitan Avenue

SUV hit cyclist from behind on Metropolitan Ave. Cyclist ejected, suffered neck injury. Police cite following too closely. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.

A station wagon SUV struck a cyclist on Metropolitan Avenue at Woodward Avenue in Queens. The cyclist, a 38-year-old man, was ejected and injured, suffering a neck contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion,' but the primary driver error remains following too closely. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants. The impact highlights the ongoing risks faced by cyclists on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828579 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Improper Turn by Truck Injures Motorcyclist

A pick-up truck turned wrong on Metropolitan Ave. It struck a motorcycle. The rider suffered crush injuries and shock. The truck’s move broke the flow. Steel met flesh. The street stayed hard.

A pick-up truck and a motorcycle collided on Metropolitan Ave at 69 St in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 61-year-old man, was injured with crush injuries and shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The truck was making a right turn while the motorcycle went straight. The report lists no errors for the motorcyclist. The injured rider wore a helmet, as noted in the data. No pedestrians were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826881 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Box Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on Expressway

A box truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the Long Island Expressway. One passenger hurt. Police cite driver distraction and tailgating. Metal, pain, and shock in Queens morning traffic.

A box truck struck the back of a sedan on the Long Island Expressway at Maurice Avenue in Queens. One 22-year-old passenger in the sedan suffered a shoulder injury and shock. According to the police report, both drivers were going straight when the crash happened. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The impact left the sedan damaged at the rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers lose focus and follow too close.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826354 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04