About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 22
▸ Crush Injuries 14
▸ Amputation 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 16
▸ Severe Lacerations 8
▸ Concussion 18
▸ Whiplash 84
▸ Contusion/Bruise 202
▸ Abrasion 88
▸ Pain/Nausea 42
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Precinct 104
- 2025 Black BMW Suburban (LKJ4511) – 38 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2021 Blue Dodge Sedan (LFJ1130) – 16 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 White Subaru Suburban (LAA4692) – 16 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2022 White RAM Pickup (JPA2060) – 15 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2024 Gray Nissan Sedan (LTK3292) – 14 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Precinct 104: bikes crushed, bodies ejected, and a line on Maurice Avenue
Precinct 104: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Precinct 104 covers Maspeth, Ridgewood, Glendale, and Middle Village. Since 2022, people here have been hit 4,911 times. Twenty‑one are dead. Another 2,826 are hurt. Heavy vehicles are a big share of the harm: trucks and buses figure in 29 serious pedestrian cases and three of the deaths, while SUVs and cars account for 357 pedestrian injuries and one death. The numbers come from the city’s crash database.
- Total since 2022: 4,911 crashes; 21 dead; 2,826 injured.
- Who’s struck on foot: SUVs/cars led to 357 injuries and one death; trucks to 19 pedestrian cases with three deaths.
- Peak pain: deaths spike in the late day, with the worst at 4 p.m. (NYC Open Data).
Maurice Avenue: a cyclist didn’t make it home
On February 22, 2024, a driver in a box truck going straight hit a man on a bike on Maurice Avenue. He died of head and crush injuries. He was 47. A parked SUV was listed in the record too. The city logged it as a fatal bike crash with a truck involved and a parked vehicle on the scene (CrashID 4705063).
Maurice is one of the precinct’s worst sites, with three deaths and 40 injuries tallied to that corridor since 2022 (top intersections).
80th Street: a turn, a truck, a killed cyclist
On April 19, 2025, at Juniper Blvd North and 80th Street, a box truck turned right. A man on a bike was killed. He was 54. The city record lists “traffic control disregarded” for the bicyclist and a right‑turning truck that left him with crush injuries. One person in the truck was injured. The bike was recorded as demolished. He died at the scene (CrashID 4807280).
The 80th Street location is among the top danger spots here, with three deaths since 2022 (top intersections).
High‑speed bodies on asphalt
Motorcycles keep turning the roadway into a morgue slab. On June 1, 2024, a 26‑year‑old motorcyclist hit the back of a truck on the Long Island Expressway. He was ejected and died (CrashID 4729766). On November 1, 2024, at Eliot Avenue and 69th Street, a 39‑year‑old unlicensed motorcyclist struck a Kia making a left. He was ejected and died (CrashID 4768223). On June 26, 2025, a 39‑year‑old died on the Jackie Robinson Parkway, also ejected. The record lists a 2010 Harley‑Davidson and “apparent death” at the scene (CrashID 4823332).
The clock speaks
The worst hour for deaths here is 4 p.m., with four lives lost. Five more deaths cluster between 5 and 6 p.m. Another two at 10 a.m., two at 5 p.m., two at 6 p.m., and one at 8 p.m. Harm doesn’t sleep; midnight and 2 a.m. take lives too. Injuries pile up through the afternoon, peaking at 3–5 p.m. (hourly distribution).
Trucks, turns, and service roads
- Top danger corridors since 2022 include the Long Island Expressway (one death, 203 injuries) and Jackie Robinson Parkway (one death, 182 injuries).
- Maurice Avenue accounts for three deaths.
- Contributing factors the city flags most here fall under “other,” with two deaths tied to “vulnerable road user error.” The dataset shows little admitted speeding, but the bodies and crushed frames speak loud (small‑area analysis).
Simple fixes that stop the bleed
- Daylight corners and add hardened right turns on Maurice, 80th, and Eliot so trucks can’t sweep through people in the crosswalk or the bike line.
- Give people on foot a head start with leading pedestrian intervals at the known hot spots.
- Tighten truck routing and targeted enforcement at the worst hours on the expressway service roads and Maurice.
Citywide brakes that save lives
Albany renewed 24‑hour school‑zone speed cameras through 2030. The city also has new power under Sammy’s Law to lower speeds. Advocates want 20 mph as the default. Our own newsroom has called for it. “Speed kills. You know it,” we wrote. “Lower our residential speed limit to 20 mph” (Take Action).
A tiny group of drivers do huge harm. Vehicles with 16 camera tickets in a year are twice as likely to kill or seriously injure; 30+ tickets raises the risk fifty‑fold, according to reporting advocates cite. The proposed Stop Super Speeders Act would force those drivers to use speed‑limiting tech (Streetsblog analysis and bill details linked in our action guide).
One choice today
Lower speeds. Rein in repeat offenders. Redesign the turns that kill. Start here. Start now. Act.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes (NYC Open Data) - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4705063 - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807280 - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4729766 - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768223 - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823332 - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage - 1.5% of drivers cause 21% of pedestrian deaths, 29 prior camera tickets case , CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
Other Representatives
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Room 626, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 32
114-12 Beach Channel Drive, Suite 1, Rockaway Park, NY 11694
718-318-6411
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212-788-7382
District 12
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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
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 104
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Bus and Dump Truck Collide on Cypress Hills St▸Nov 1 - A bus and a dump truck collided head-on on Cypress Hills Street in Queens. The bus passenger suffered facial injuries and was partially ejected despite wearing a lap belt. Improper lane usage by one vehicle contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, at 7:27 AM on Cypress Hills Street near Jackie Robinson Parkway Exit 3 in Queens, a 2017 Ford bus and a 2020 KW dump truck, both traveling north, collided. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the bus and the left front quarter panel of the dump truck. The bus had two occupants; the dump truck had one. The bus passenger, a 43-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained facial contusions despite wearing a lap belt. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in lane management. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused damage to the front quarter panels of both vehicles.
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Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸Oct 31 - A 24-year-old man was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on 67th Road in Queens. The vehicle, traveling north, failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian in the lower leg. The victim suffered abrasions and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:52 on 67th Road in Queens. A pedestrian, a 24-year-old male, was crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The vehicle was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions, and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage and had no occupants. The report explicitly identifies driver error—failure to yield—as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
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Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury in Queens Bus Crash▸Oct 28 - A 30-year-old man suffered a head contusion after a collision with a bus on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The bus was parked and sustained no damage. The pedestrian remained conscious but was seriously injured, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured in a collision involving a bus on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 4:54 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. The bus, a 2021 New Flyer registered in New York, was parked at the time of the incident and showed no damage or point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not cite any driver errors or violations. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No additional details about the pedestrian's actions or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors.
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Bicyclist Injured in Rear-End Crash on 54 Street▸Oct 27 - A 22-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after being struck from behind. The crash occurred during a left turn on 54 Street. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:25 on 54 Street near Flushing Avenue. A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. The vehicle involved was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the center back end of the bicycle. The bicyclist was riding eastbound and was the sole occupant of the bike. No helmet use or victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the front center of the vehicle but no damage to the bike. The report highlights driver error in maintaining distance as the key cause of the crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Queens Sedan-Truck Crash▸Oct 26 - A 24-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a violent collision with a pick-up truck in Queens. The crash, marked by aggressive driving and failure to keep right, left both vehicles frontally damaged and the sedan driver hospitalized.
According to the police report, at 11:44 AM in Queens near 57-00 47 Street, a collision occurred involving a 2002 Honda sedan and a 2023 Ford pick-up truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Keep Right' as contributing factors by the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The pick-up truck was unoccupied at the time. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt. The crash highlights the dangers of aggressive driving behaviors and improper lane discipline in Queens traffic.
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Moped From Behind▸Oct 20 - A sedan making a right turn struck a northbound moped on Grand Avenue. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane use as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Grand Avenue at 13:13. A sedan traveling north was making a right turn when it collided with a moped also heading north. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors and the moped’s center front end. The moped driver, a 47-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the sedan driver’s contributing factors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper." These driver errors led to the collision and the moped driver’s injuries. The sedan driver was licensed and had two occupants; the moped had one occupant. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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SUV Passes Too Closely, Injures Teen Bicyclist▸Oct 18 - A 17-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured when an SUV passed too closely on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The collision caused contusions and a hip injury. The SUV driver’s unsafe lane change led to the crash without visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, at 10:50 AM on Eliot Avenue in Queens, a 17-year-old male bicyclist was injured after an SUV passed too closely and changed lanes unsafely. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered contusions and an upper leg injury. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The SUV struck the bicyclist on its right front quarter panel but sustained no damage. The bicyclist was conscious but injured, with no safety equipment noted. The report emphasizes the driver errors that caused the crash, focusing on the SUV’s failure to maintain safe distance and lane discipline.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Moped Rider on Fresh Pond Road▸Oct 16 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV made an improper left turn and struck him on Fresh Pond Road. The impact damaged the SUV’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s front end. The moped driver remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:10 on Fresh Pond Road near Menahan Street. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it collided with a moped traveling south that was stopped in traffic. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s actions. The moped rider, a 39-year-old male with a permit license, was wearing a helmet and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel, and the moped’s center front end was damaged. The moped driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights the SUV driver’s failure to execute a proper turn as the cause of the crash.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 15 - A 36-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection when the impact occurred, leaving him bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling southeast on 57th Street in Queens was making a left turn when it struck a 36-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Flushing Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the critical danger posed by driver errors during turning maneuvers in intersections.
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Bus Passes Too Closely, Injures Two E-Bike Riders▸Oct 14 - A bus traveling east on Grand Avenue struck an e-bike carrying two riders. Both were ejected and suffered injuries to limbs and shoulders. The crash resulted from the bus passing too closely and driver inexperience, according to the police report.
At 20:08 on Grand Avenue, a bus and an e-bike collided while both traveled east. According to the police report, the bus driver passed too closely to the e-bike, striking its left front bumper with the bus's right rear quarter panel. Two e-bike riders, a 69-year-old male driver and a 65-year-old female passenger, were ejected and sustained injuries including contusions and pain to their knees, legs, feet, and shoulders. The report cites 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed in New York. The female passenger also experienced shock. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by close passing and inexperienced driving around vulnerable cyclists.
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SUV Rear-Ends 13-Year-Old Bicyclist on Woodward▸Oct 12 - A 13-year-old boy riding east on Woodward Avenue was injured when an SUV struck him from behind. The impact caused abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver followed too closely and was inattentive, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 18:08 on Woodward Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling east struck a 13-year-old bicyclist from behind. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The collision point was the center front end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was injured but not critically. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers who fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive on city streets.
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SUV Tailgating on Cypress Avenue Severs Driver’s Leg▸Oct 8 - Two SUVs collided on Cypress Avenue. Metal slammed metal. A 24-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious as his back burned and his leg was torn away. The crash left blood and silence in the Queens night.
According to the police report, two station wagon/SUVs crashed near Cypress Avenue and Cypress Hills Street in Queens at 23:05. The report states that 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. One SUV struck the other’s center back end. The impact left a 24-year-old male driver with severe injuries, including back trauma and a leg amputation. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the danger of tailgating, as documented by the official finding of 'Following Too Closely.'
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸Oct 7 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The 52-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:46 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A 52-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected after being struck in the center back end by a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the bicyclist's rear. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained no damage despite the impact. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention to spacing behind vulnerable road users.
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Motorbike U-Turn Crash Injures Two in Queens▸Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Nov 1 - A bus and a dump truck collided head-on on Cypress Hills Street in Queens. The bus passenger suffered facial injuries and was partially ejected despite wearing a lap belt. Improper lane usage by one vehicle contributed to the crash.
According to the police report, at 7:27 AM on Cypress Hills Street near Jackie Robinson Parkway Exit 3 in Queens, a 2017 Ford bus and a 2020 KW dump truck, both traveling north, collided. The point of impact was the right front quarter panel of the bus and the left front quarter panel of the dump truck. The bus had two occupants; the dump truck had one. The bus passenger, a 43-year-old woman, was partially ejected and sustained facial contusions despite wearing a lap belt. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in lane management. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved. The collision caused damage to the front quarter panels of both vehicles.
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Pedestrian Injured in Queens Failure to Yield Crash▸Oct 31 - A 24-year-old man was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on 67th Road in Queens. The vehicle, traveling north, failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian in the lower leg. The victim suffered abrasions and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:52 on 67th Road in Queens. A pedestrian, a 24-year-old male, was crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The vehicle was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions, and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage and had no occupants. The report explicitly identifies driver error—failure to yield—as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
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Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury in Queens Bus Crash▸Oct 28 - A 30-year-old man suffered a head contusion after a collision with a bus on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The bus was parked and sustained no damage. The pedestrian remained conscious but was seriously injured, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured in a collision involving a bus on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 4:54 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. The bus, a 2021 New Flyer registered in New York, was parked at the time of the incident and showed no damage or point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not cite any driver errors or violations. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No additional details about the pedestrian's actions or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors.
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Bicyclist Injured in Rear-End Crash on 54 Street▸Oct 27 - A 22-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after being struck from behind. The crash occurred during a left turn on 54 Street. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:25 on 54 Street near Flushing Avenue. A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. The vehicle involved was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the center back end of the bicycle. The bicyclist was riding eastbound and was the sole occupant of the bike. No helmet use or victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the front center of the vehicle but no damage to the bike. The report highlights driver error in maintaining distance as the key cause of the crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Queens Sedan-Truck Crash▸Oct 26 - A 24-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a violent collision with a pick-up truck in Queens. The crash, marked by aggressive driving and failure to keep right, left both vehicles frontally damaged and the sedan driver hospitalized.
According to the police report, at 11:44 AM in Queens near 57-00 47 Street, a collision occurred involving a 2002 Honda sedan and a 2023 Ford pick-up truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Keep Right' as contributing factors by the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The pick-up truck was unoccupied at the time. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt. The crash highlights the dangers of aggressive driving behaviors and improper lane discipline in Queens traffic.
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Moped From Behind▸Oct 20 - A sedan making a right turn struck a northbound moped on Grand Avenue. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane use as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Grand Avenue at 13:13. A sedan traveling north was making a right turn when it collided with a moped also heading north. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors and the moped’s center front end. The moped driver, a 47-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the sedan driver’s contributing factors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper." These driver errors led to the collision and the moped driver’s injuries. The sedan driver was licensed and had two occupants; the moped had one occupant. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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SUV Passes Too Closely, Injures Teen Bicyclist▸Oct 18 - A 17-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured when an SUV passed too closely on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The collision caused contusions and a hip injury. The SUV driver’s unsafe lane change led to the crash without visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, at 10:50 AM on Eliot Avenue in Queens, a 17-year-old male bicyclist was injured after an SUV passed too closely and changed lanes unsafely. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered contusions and an upper leg injury. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The SUV struck the bicyclist on its right front quarter panel but sustained no damage. The bicyclist was conscious but injured, with no safety equipment noted. The report emphasizes the driver errors that caused the crash, focusing on the SUV’s failure to maintain safe distance and lane discipline.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Moped Rider on Fresh Pond Road▸Oct 16 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV made an improper left turn and struck him on Fresh Pond Road. The impact damaged the SUV’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s front end. The moped driver remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:10 on Fresh Pond Road near Menahan Street. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it collided with a moped traveling south that was stopped in traffic. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s actions. The moped rider, a 39-year-old male with a permit license, was wearing a helmet and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel, and the moped’s center front end was damaged. The moped driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights the SUV driver’s failure to execute a proper turn as the cause of the crash.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 15 - A 36-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection when the impact occurred, leaving him bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling southeast on 57th Street in Queens was making a left turn when it struck a 36-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Flushing Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the critical danger posed by driver errors during turning maneuvers in intersections.
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Bus Passes Too Closely, Injures Two E-Bike Riders▸Oct 14 - A bus traveling east on Grand Avenue struck an e-bike carrying two riders. Both were ejected and suffered injuries to limbs and shoulders. The crash resulted from the bus passing too closely and driver inexperience, according to the police report.
At 20:08 on Grand Avenue, a bus and an e-bike collided while both traveled east. According to the police report, the bus driver passed too closely to the e-bike, striking its left front bumper with the bus's right rear quarter panel. Two e-bike riders, a 69-year-old male driver and a 65-year-old female passenger, were ejected and sustained injuries including contusions and pain to their knees, legs, feet, and shoulders. The report cites 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed in New York. The female passenger also experienced shock. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by close passing and inexperienced driving around vulnerable cyclists.
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SUV Rear-Ends 13-Year-Old Bicyclist on Woodward▸Oct 12 - A 13-year-old boy riding east on Woodward Avenue was injured when an SUV struck him from behind. The impact caused abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver followed too closely and was inattentive, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 18:08 on Woodward Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling east struck a 13-year-old bicyclist from behind. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The collision point was the center front end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was injured but not critically. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers who fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive on city streets.
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SUV Tailgating on Cypress Avenue Severs Driver’s Leg▸Oct 8 - Two SUVs collided on Cypress Avenue. Metal slammed metal. A 24-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious as his back burned and his leg was torn away. The crash left blood and silence in the Queens night.
According to the police report, two station wagon/SUVs crashed near Cypress Avenue and Cypress Hills Street in Queens at 23:05. The report states that 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. One SUV struck the other’s center back end. The impact left a 24-year-old male driver with severe injuries, including back trauma and a leg amputation. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the danger of tailgating, as documented by the official finding of 'Following Too Closely.'
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸Oct 7 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The 52-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:46 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A 52-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected after being struck in the center back end by a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the bicyclist's rear. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained no damage despite the impact. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention to spacing behind vulnerable road users.
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Motorbike U-Turn Crash Injures Two in Queens▸Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 31 - A 24-year-old man was struck while crossing a marked crosswalk on 67th Road in Queens. The vehicle, traveling north, failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian in the lower leg. The victim suffered abrasions and shock.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:52 on 67th Road in Queens. A pedestrian, a 24-year-old male, was crossing a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a vehicle traveling north. The vehicle was going straight ahead and impacted the pedestrian at the center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian sustained injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, including abrasions, and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage and had no occupants. The report explicitly identifies driver error—failure to yield—as the cause, with no contributing factors attributed to the pedestrian.
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Pedestrian Suffers Head Injury in Queens Bus Crash▸Oct 28 - A 30-year-old man suffered a head contusion after a collision with a bus on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The bus was parked and sustained no damage. The pedestrian remained conscious but was seriously injured, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured in a collision involving a bus on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 4:54 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. The bus, a 2021 New Flyer registered in New York, was parked at the time of the incident and showed no damage or point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not cite any driver errors or violations. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No additional details about the pedestrian's actions or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors.
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Bicyclist Injured in Rear-End Crash on 54 Street▸Oct 27 - A 22-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after being struck from behind. The crash occurred during a left turn on 54 Street. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:25 on 54 Street near Flushing Avenue. A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. The vehicle involved was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the center back end of the bicycle. The bicyclist was riding eastbound and was the sole occupant of the bike. No helmet use or victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the front center of the vehicle but no damage to the bike. The report highlights driver error in maintaining distance as the key cause of the crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Queens Sedan-Truck Crash▸Oct 26 - A 24-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a violent collision with a pick-up truck in Queens. The crash, marked by aggressive driving and failure to keep right, left both vehicles frontally damaged and the sedan driver hospitalized.
According to the police report, at 11:44 AM in Queens near 57-00 47 Street, a collision occurred involving a 2002 Honda sedan and a 2023 Ford pick-up truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Keep Right' as contributing factors by the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The pick-up truck was unoccupied at the time. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt. The crash highlights the dangers of aggressive driving behaviors and improper lane discipline in Queens traffic.
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Moped From Behind▸Oct 20 - A sedan making a right turn struck a northbound moped on Grand Avenue. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane use as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Grand Avenue at 13:13. A sedan traveling north was making a right turn when it collided with a moped also heading north. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors and the moped’s center front end. The moped driver, a 47-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the sedan driver’s contributing factors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper." These driver errors led to the collision and the moped driver’s injuries. The sedan driver was licensed and had two occupants; the moped had one occupant. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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SUV Passes Too Closely, Injures Teen Bicyclist▸Oct 18 - A 17-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured when an SUV passed too closely on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The collision caused contusions and a hip injury. The SUV driver’s unsafe lane change led to the crash without visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, at 10:50 AM on Eliot Avenue in Queens, a 17-year-old male bicyclist was injured after an SUV passed too closely and changed lanes unsafely. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered contusions and an upper leg injury. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The SUV struck the bicyclist on its right front quarter panel but sustained no damage. The bicyclist was conscious but injured, with no safety equipment noted. The report emphasizes the driver errors that caused the crash, focusing on the SUV’s failure to maintain safe distance and lane discipline.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Moped Rider on Fresh Pond Road▸Oct 16 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV made an improper left turn and struck him on Fresh Pond Road. The impact damaged the SUV’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s front end. The moped driver remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:10 on Fresh Pond Road near Menahan Street. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it collided with a moped traveling south that was stopped in traffic. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s actions. The moped rider, a 39-year-old male with a permit license, was wearing a helmet and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel, and the moped’s center front end was damaged. The moped driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights the SUV driver’s failure to execute a proper turn as the cause of the crash.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 15 - A 36-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection when the impact occurred, leaving him bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling southeast on 57th Street in Queens was making a left turn when it struck a 36-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Flushing Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the critical danger posed by driver errors during turning maneuvers in intersections.
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Bus Passes Too Closely, Injures Two E-Bike Riders▸Oct 14 - A bus traveling east on Grand Avenue struck an e-bike carrying two riders. Both were ejected and suffered injuries to limbs and shoulders. The crash resulted from the bus passing too closely and driver inexperience, according to the police report.
At 20:08 on Grand Avenue, a bus and an e-bike collided while both traveled east. According to the police report, the bus driver passed too closely to the e-bike, striking its left front bumper with the bus's right rear quarter panel. Two e-bike riders, a 69-year-old male driver and a 65-year-old female passenger, were ejected and sustained injuries including contusions and pain to their knees, legs, feet, and shoulders. The report cites 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed in New York. The female passenger also experienced shock. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by close passing and inexperienced driving around vulnerable cyclists.
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SUV Rear-Ends 13-Year-Old Bicyclist on Woodward▸Oct 12 - A 13-year-old boy riding east on Woodward Avenue was injured when an SUV struck him from behind. The impact caused abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver followed too closely and was inattentive, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 18:08 on Woodward Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling east struck a 13-year-old bicyclist from behind. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The collision point was the center front end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was injured but not critically. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers who fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive on city streets.
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SUV Tailgating on Cypress Avenue Severs Driver’s Leg▸Oct 8 - Two SUVs collided on Cypress Avenue. Metal slammed metal. A 24-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious as his back burned and his leg was torn away. The crash left blood and silence in the Queens night.
According to the police report, two station wagon/SUVs crashed near Cypress Avenue and Cypress Hills Street in Queens at 23:05. The report states that 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. One SUV struck the other’s center back end. The impact left a 24-year-old male driver with severe injuries, including back trauma and a leg amputation. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the danger of tailgating, as documented by the official finding of 'Following Too Closely.'
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸Oct 7 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The 52-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:46 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A 52-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected after being struck in the center back end by a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the bicyclist's rear. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained no damage despite the impact. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention to spacing behind vulnerable road users.
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Motorbike U-Turn Crash Injures Two in Queens▸Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 28 - A 30-year-old man suffered a head contusion after a collision with a bus on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The bus was parked and sustained no damage. The pedestrian remained conscious but was seriously injured, according to the police report.
According to the police report, a 30-year-old male pedestrian was injured in a collision involving a bus on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 4:54 AM. The pedestrian sustained a head injury described as a contusion or bruise and was conscious at the scene. The bus, a 2021 New Flyer registered in New York, was parked at the time of the incident and showed no damage or point of impact. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not cite any driver errors or violations. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No additional details about the pedestrian's actions or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors.
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Bicyclist Injured in Rear-End Crash on 54 Street▸Oct 27 - A 22-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after being struck from behind. The crash occurred during a left turn on 54 Street. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:25 on 54 Street near Flushing Avenue. A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. The vehicle involved was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the center back end of the bicycle. The bicyclist was riding eastbound and was the sole occupant of the bike. No helmet use or victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the front center of the vehicle but no damage to the bike. The report highlights driver error in maintaining distance as the key cause of the crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Queens Sedan-Truck Crash▸Oct 26 - A 24-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a violent collision with a pick-up truck in Queens. The crash, marked by aggressive driving and failure to keep right, left both vehicles frontally damaged and the sedan driver hospitalized.
According to the police report, at 11:44 AM in Queens near 57-00 47 Street, a collision occurred involving a 2002 Honda sedan and a 2023 Ford pick-up truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Keep Right' as contributing factors by the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The pick-up truck was unoccupied at the time. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt. The crash highlights the dangers of aggressive driving behaviors and improper lane discipline in Queens traffic.
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Moped From Behind▸Oct 20 - A sedan making a right turn struck a northbound moped on Grand Avenue. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane use as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Grand Avenue at 13:13. A sedan traveling north was making a right turn when it collided with a moped also heading north. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors and the moped’s center front end. The moped driver, a 47-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the sedan driver’s contributing factors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper." These driver errors led to the collision and the moped driver’s injuries. The sedan driver was licensed and had two occupants; the moped had one occupant. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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SUV Passes Too Closely, Injures Teen Bicyclist▸Oct 18 - A 17-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured when an SUV passed too closely on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The collision caused contusions and a hip injury. The SUV driver’s unsafe lane change led to the crash without visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, at 10:50 AM on Eliot Avenue in Queens, a 17-year-old male bicyclist was injured after an SUV passed too closely and changed lanes unsafely. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered contusions and an upper leg injury. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The SUV struck the bicyclist on its right front quarter panel but sustained no damage. The bicyclist was conscious but injured, with no safety equipment noted. The report emphasizes the driver errors that caused the crash, focusing on the SUV’s failure to maintain safe distance and lane discipline.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Moped Rider on Fresh Pond Road▸Oct 16 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV made an improper left turn and struck him on Fresh Pond Road. The impact damaged the SUV’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s front end. The moped driver remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:10 on Fresh Pond Road near Menahan Street. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it collided with a moped traveling south that was stopped in traffic. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s actions. The moped rider, a 39-year-old male with a permit license, was wearing a helmet and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel, and the moped’s center front end was damaged. The moped driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights the SUV driver’s failure to execute a proper turn as the cause of the crash.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 15 - A 36-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection when the impact occurred, leaving him bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling southeast on 57th Street in Queens was making a left turn when it struck a 36-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Flushing Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the critical danger posed by driver errors during turning maneuvers in intersections.
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Bus Passes Too Closely, Injures Two E-Bike Riders▸Oct 14 - A bus traveling east on Grand Avenue struck an e-bike carrying two riders. Both were ejected and suffered injuries to limbs and shoulders. The crash resulted from the bus passing too closely and driver inexperience, according to the police report.
At 20:08 on Grand Avenue, a bus and an e-bike collided while both traveled east. According to the police report, the bus driver passed too closely to the e-bike, striking its left front bumper with the bus's right rear quarter panel. Two e-bike riders, a 69-year-old male driver and a 65-year-old female passenger, were ejected and sustained injuries including contusions and pain to their knees, legs, feet, and shoulders. The report cites 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed in New York. The female passenger also experienced shock. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by close passing and inexperienced driving around vulnerable cyclists.
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SUV Rear-Ends 13-Year-Old Bicyclist on Woodward▸Oct 12 - A 13-year-old boy riding east on Woodward Avenue was injured when an SUV struck him from behind. The impact caused abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver followed too closely and was inattentive, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 18:08 on Woodward Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling east struck a 13-year-old bicyclist from behind. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The collision point was the center front end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was injured but not critically. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers who fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive on city streets.
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SUV Tailgating on Cypress Avenue Severs Driver’s Leg▸Oct 8 - Two SUVs collided on Cypress Avenue. Metal slammed metal. A 24-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious as his back burned and his leg was torn away. The crash left blood and silence in the Queens night.
According to the police report, two station wagon/SUVs crashed near Cypress Avenue and Cypress Hills Street in Queens at 23:05. The report states that 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. One SUV struck the other’s center back end. The impact left a 24-year-old male driver with severe injuries, including back trauma and a leg amputation. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the danger of tailgating, as documented by the official finding of 'Following Too Closely.'
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸Oct 7 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The 52-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:46 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A 52-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected after being struck in the center back end by a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the bicyclist's rear. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained no damage despite the impact. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention to spacing behind vulnerable road users.
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Motorbike U-Turn Crash Injures Two in Queens▸Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 27 - A 22-year-old male bicyclist suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after being struck from behind. The crash occurred during a left turn on 54 Street. Police cited the driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:25 on 54 Street near Flushing Avenue. A 22-year-old male bicyclist was injured, sustaining abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The bicyclist was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Following Too Closely' as the primary contributing factor, indicating the driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. The vehicle involved was making a left turn when the impact occurred at the center back end of the bicycle. The bicyclist was riding eastbound and was the sole occupant of the bike. No helmet use or victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the front center of the vehicle but no damage to the bike. The report highlights driver error in maintaining distance as the key cause of the crash.
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Aggressive Driving Causes Queens Sedan-Truck Crash▸Oct 26 - A 24-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a violent collision with a pick-up truck in Queens. The crash, marked by aggressive driving and failure to keep right, left both vehicles frontally damaged and the sedan driver hospitalized.
According to the police report, at 11:44 AM in Queens near 57-00 47 Street, a collision occurred involving a 2002 Honda sedan and a 2023 Ford pick-up truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Keep Right' as contributing factors by the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The pick-up truck was unoccupied at the time. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt. The crash highlights the dangers of aggressive driving behaviors and improper lane discipline in Queens traffic.
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Moped From Behind▸Oct 20 - A sedan making a right turn struck a northbound moped on Grand Avenue. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane use as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Grand Avenue at 13:13. A sedan traveling north was making a right turn when it collided with a moped also heading north. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors and the moped’s center front end. The moped driver, a 47-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the sedan driver’s contributing factors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper." These driver errors led to the collision and the moped driver’s injuries. The sedan driver was licensed and had two occupants; the moped had one occupant. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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SUV Passes Too Closely, Injures Teen Bicyclist▸Oct 18 - A 17-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured when an SUV passed too closely on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The collision caused contusions and a hip injury. The SUV driver’s unsafe lane change led to the crash without visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, at 10:50 AM on Eliot Avenue in Queens, a 17-year-old male bicyclist was injured after an SUV passed too closely and changed lanes unsafely. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered contusions and an upper leg injury. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The SUV struck the bicyclist on its right front quarter panel but sustained no damage. The bicyclist was conscious but injured, with no safety equipment noted. The report emphasizes the driver errors that caused the crash, focusing on the SUV’s failure to maintain safe distance and lane discipline.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Moped Rider on Fresh Pond Road▸Oct 16 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV made an improper left turn and struck him on Fresh Pond Road. The impact damaged the SUV’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s front end. The moped driver remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:10 on Fresh Pond Road near Menahan Street. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it collided with a moped traveling south that was stopped in traffic. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s actions. The moped rider, a 39-year-old male with a permit license, was wearing a helmet and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel, and the moped’s center front end was damaged. The moped driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights the SUV driver’s failure to execute a proper turn as the cause of the crash.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 15 - A 36-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection when the impact occurred, leaving him bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling southeast on 57th Street in Queens was making a left turn when it struck a 36-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Flushing Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the critical danger posed by driver errors during turning maneuvers in intersections.
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Bus Passes Too Closely, Injures Two E-Bike Riders▸Oct 14 - A bus traveling east on Grand Avenue struck an e-bike carrying two riders. Both were ejected and suffered injuries to limbs and shoulders. The crash resulted from the bus passing too closely and driver inexperience, according to the police report.
At 20:08 on Grand Avenue, a bus and an e-bike collided while both traveled east. According to the police report, the bus driver passed too closely to the e-bike, striking its left front bumper with the bus's right rear quarter panel. Two e-bike riders, a 69-year-old male driver and a 65-year-old female passenger, were ejected and sustained injuries including contusions and pain to their knees, legs, feet, and shoulders. The report cites 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed in New York. The female passenger also experienced shock. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by close passing and inexperienced driving around vulnerable cyclists.
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SUV Rear-Ends 13-Year-Old Bicyclist on Woodward▸Oct 12 - A 13-year-old boy riding east on Woodward Avenue was injured when an SUV struck him from behind. The impact caused abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver followed too closely and was inattentive, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 18:08 on Woodward Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling east struck a 13-year-old bicyclist from behind. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The collision point was the center front end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was injured but not critically. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers who fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive on city streets.
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SUV Tailgating on Cypress Avenue Severs Driver’s Leg▸Oct 8 - Two SUVs collided on Cypress Avenue. Metal slammed metal. A 24-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious as his back burned and his leg was torn away. The crash left blood and silence in the Queens night.
According to the police report, two station wagon/SUVs crashed near Cypress Avenue and Cypress Hills Street in Queens at 23:05. The report states that 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. One SUV struck the other’s center back end. The impact left a 24-year-old male driver with severe injuries, including back trauma and a leg amputation. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the danger of tailgating, as documented by the official finding of 'Following Too Closely.'
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸Oct 7 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The 52-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:46 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A 52-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected after being struck in the center back end by a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the bicyclist's rear. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained no damage despite the impact. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention to spacing behind vulnerable road users.
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Motorbike U-Turn Crash Injures Two in Queens▸Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 26 - A 24-year-old sedan driver suffered neck injuries in a violent collision with a pick-up truck in Queens. The crash, marked by aggressive driving and failure to keep right, left both vehicles frontally damaged and the sedan driver hospitalized.
According to the police report, at 11:44 AM in Queens near 57-00 47 Street, a collision occurred involving a 2002 Honda sedan and a 2023 Ford pick-up truck. The sedan driver, a 24-year-old male, was injured with neck trauma and internal complaints but was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' and 'Failure to Keep Right' as contributing factors by the sedan driver. Both vehicles sustained center front-end damage, indicating a head-on impact. The pick-up truck was unoccupied at the time. The sedan driver was restrained with a lap belt. The crash highlights the dangers of aggressive driving behaviors and improper lane discipline in Queens traffic.
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Sedan Turns Right, Hits Moped From Behind▸Oct 20 - A sedan making a right turn struck a northbound moped on Grand Avenue. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane use as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Grand Avenue at 13:13. A sedan traveling north was making a right turn when it collided with a moped also heading north. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors and the moped’s center front end. The moped driver, a 47-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the sedan driver’s contributing factors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper." These driver errors led to the collision and the moped driver’s injuries. The sedan driver was licensed and had two occupants; the moped had one occupant. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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SUV Passes Too Closely, Injures Teen Bicyclist▸Oct 18 - A 17-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured when an SUV passed too closely on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The collision caused contusions and a hip injury. The SUV driver’s unsafe lane change led to the crash without visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, at 10:50 AM on Eliot Avenue in Queens, a 17-year-old male bicyclist was injured after an SUV passed too closely and changed lanes unsafely. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered contusions and an upper leg injury. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The SUV struck the bicyclist on its right front quarter panel but sustained no damage. The bicyclist was conscious but injured, with no safety equipment noted. The report emphasizes the driver errors that caused the crash, focusing on the SUV’s failure to maintain safe distance and lane discipline.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Moped Rider on Fresh Pond Road▸Oct 16 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV made an improper left turn and struck him on Fresh Pond Road. The impact damaged the SUV’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s front end. The moped driver remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:10 on Fresh Pond Road near Menahan Street. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it collided with a moped traveling south that was stopped in traffic. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s actions. The moped rider, a 39-year-old male with a permit license, was wearing a helmet and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel, and the moped’s center front end was damaged. The moped driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights the SUV driver’s failure to execute a proper turn as the cause of the crash.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 15 - A 36-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection when the impact occurred, leaving him bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling southeast on 57th Street in Queens was making a left turn when it struck a 36-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Flushing Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the critical danger posed by driver errors during turning maneuvers in intersections.
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Bus Passes Too Closely, Injures Two E-Bike Riders▸Oct 14 - A bus traveling east on Grand Avenue struck an e-bike carrying two riders. Both were ejected and suffered injuries to limbs and shoulders. The crash resulted from the bus passing too closely and driver inexperience, according to the police report.
At 20:08 on Grand Avenue, a bus and an e-bike collided while both traveled east. According to the police report, the bus driver passed too closely to the e-bike, striking its left front bumper with the bus's right rear quarter panel. Two e-bike riders, a 69-year-old male driver and a 65-year-old female passenger, were ejected and sustained injuries including contusions and pain to their knees, legs, feet, and shoulders. The report cites 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed in New York. The female passenger also experienced shock. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by close passing and inexperienced driving around vulnerable cyclists.
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SUV Rear-Ends 13-Year-Old Bicyclist on Woodward▸Oct 12 - A 13-year-old boy riding east on Woodward Avenue was injured when an SUV struck him from behind. The impact caused abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver followed too closely and was inattentive, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 18:08 on Woodward Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling east struck a 13-year-old bicyclist from behind. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The collision point was the center front end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was injured but not critically. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers who fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive on city streets.
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SUV Tailgating on Cypress Avenue Severs Driver’s Leg▸Oct 8 - Two SUVs collided on Cypress Avenue. Metal slammed metal. A 24-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious as his back burned and his leg was torn away. The crash left blood and silence in the Queens night.
According to the police report, two station wagon/SUVs crashed near Cypress Avenue and Cypress Hills Street in Queens at 23:05. The report states that 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. One SUV struck the other’s center back end. The impact left a 24-year-old male driver with severe injuries, including back trauma and a leg amputation. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the danger of tailgating, as documented by the official finding of 'Following Too Closely.'
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸Oct 7 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The 52-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:46 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A 52-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected after being struck in the center back end by a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the bicyclist's rear. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained no damage despite the impact. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention to spacing behind vulnerable road users.
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Motorbike U-Turn Crash Injures Two in Queens▸Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 20 - A sedan making a right turn struck a northbound moped on Grand Avenue. The moped driver was ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cite the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance and improper lane use as causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on Grand Avenue at 13:13. A sedan traveling north was making a right turn when it collided with a moped also heading north. The point of impact was the sedan’s right side doors and the moped’s center front end. The moped driver, a 47-year-old male wearing a helmet, was ejected and sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists the sedan driver’s contributing factors as "Following Too Closely" and "Passing or Lane Usage Improper." These driver errors led to the collision and the moped driver’s injuries. The sedan driver was licensed and had two occupants; the moped had one occupant. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.
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SUV Passes Too Closely, Injures Teen Bicyclist▸Oct 18 - A 17-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured when an SUV passed too closely on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The collision caused contusions and a hip injury. The SUV driver’s unsafe lane change led to the crash without visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, at 10:50 AM on Eliot Avenue in Queens, a 17-year-old male bicyclist was injured after an SUV passed too closely and changed lanes unsafely. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered contusions and an upper leg injury. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The SUV struck the bicyclist on its right front quarter panel but sustained no damage. The bicyclist was conscious but injured, with no safety equipment noted. The report emphasizes the driver errors that caused the crash, focusing on the SUV’s failure to maintain safe distance and lane discipline.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Moped Rider on Fresh Pond Road▸Oct 16 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV made an improper left turn and struck him on Fresh Pond Road. The impact damaged the SUV’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s front end. The moped driver remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:10 on Fresh Pond Road near Menahan Street. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it collided with a moped traveling south that was stopped in traffic. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s actions. The moped rider, a 39-year-old male with a permit license, was wearing a helmet and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel, and the moped’s center front end was damaged. The moped driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights the SUV driver’s failure to execute a proper turn as the cause of the crash.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 15 - A 36-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection when the impact occurred, leaving him bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling southeast on 57th Street in Queens was making a left turn when it struck a 36-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Flushing Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the critical danger posed by driver errors during turning maneuvers in intersections.
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Bus Passes Too Closely, Injures Two E-Bike Riders▸Oct 14 - A bus traveling east on Grand Avenue struck an e-bike carrying two riders. Both were ejected and suffered injuries to limbs and shoulders. The crash resulted from the bus passing too closely and driver inexperience, according to the police report.
At 20:08 on Grand Avenue, a bus and an e-bike collided while both traveled east. According to the police report, the bus driver passed too closely to the e-bike, striking its left front bumper with the bus's right rear quarter panel. Two e-bike riders, a 69-year-old male driver and a 65-year-old female passenger, were ejected and sustained injuries including contusions and pain to their knees, legs, feet, and shoulders. The report cites 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed in New York. The female passenger also experienced shock. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by close passing and inexperienced driving around vulnerable cyclists.
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SUV Rear-Ends 13-Year-Old Bicyclist on Woodward▸Oct 12 - A 13-year-old boy riding east on Woodward Avenue was injured when an SUV struck him from behind. The impact caused abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver followed too closely and was inattentive, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 18:08 on Woodward Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling east struck a 13-year-old bicyclist from behind. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The collision point was the center front end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was injured but not critically. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers who fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive on city streets.
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SUV Tailgating on Cypress Avenue Severs Driver’s Leg▸Oct 8 - Two SUVs collided on Cypress Avenue. Metal slammed metal. A 24-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious as his back burned and his leg was torn away. The crash left blood and silence in the Queens night.
According to the police report, two station wagon/SUVs crashed near Cypress Avenue and Cypress Hills Street in Queens at 23:05. The report states that 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. One SUV struck the other’s center back end. The impact left a 24-year-old male driver with severe injuries, including back trauma and a leg amputation. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the danger of tailgating, as documented by the official finding of 'Following Too Closely.'
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸Oct 7 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The 52-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:46 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A 52-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected after being struck in the center back end by a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the bicyclist's rear. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained no damage despite the impact. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention to spacing behind vulnerable road users.
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Motorbike U-Turn Crash Injures Two in Queens▸Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 18 - A 17-year-old bicyclist was ejected and injured when an SUV passed too closely on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The collision caused contusions and a hip injury. The SUV driver’s unsafe lane change led to the crash without visible vehicle damage.
According to the police report, at 10:50 AM on Eliot Avenue in Queens, a 17-year-old male bicyclist was injured after an SUV passed too closely and changed lanes unsafely. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered contusions and an upper leg injury. The report lists "Passing Too Closely" and "Unsafe Lane Changing" as contributing factors attributed to the SUV driver. The SUV struck the bicyclist on its right front quarter panel but sustained no damage. The bicyclist was conscious but injured, with no safety equipment noted. The report emphasizes the driver errors that caused the crash, focusing on the SUV’s failure to maintain safe distance and lane discipline.
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SUV Left Turn Hits Moped Rider on Fresh Pond Road▸Oct 16 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV made an improper left turn and struck him on Fresh Pond Road. The impact damaged the SUV’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s front end. The moped driver remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:10 on Fresh Pond Road near Menahan Street. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it collided with a moped traveling south that was stopped in traffic. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s actions. The moped rider, a 39-year-old male with a permit license, was wearing a helmet and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel, and the moped’s center front end was damaged. The moped driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights the SUV driver’s failure to execute a proper turn as the cause of the crash.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 15 - A 36-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection when the impact occurred, leaving him bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling southeast on 57th Street in Queens was making a left turn when it struck a 36-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Flushing Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the critical danger posed by driver errors during turning maneuvers in intersections.
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Bus Passes Too Closely, Injures Two E-Bike Riders▸Oct 14 - A bus traveling east on Grand Avenue struck an e-bike carrying two riders. Both were ejected and suffered injuries to limbs and shoulders. The crash resulted from the bus passing too closely and driver inexperience, according to the police report.
At 20:08 on Grand Avenue, a bus and an e-bike collided while both traveled east. According to the police report, the bus driver passed too closely to the e-bike, striking its left front bumper with the bus's right rear quarter panel. Two e-bike riders, a 69-year-old male driver and a 65-year-old female passenger, were ejected and sustained injuries including contusions and pain to their knees, legs, feet, and shoulders. The report cites 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed in New York. The female passenger also experienced shock. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by close passing and inexperienced driving around vulnerable cyclists.
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SUV Rear-Ends 13-Year-Old Bicyclist on Woodward▸Oct 12 - A 13-year-old boy riding east on Woodward Avenue was injured when an SUV struck him from behind. The impact caused abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver followed too closely and was inattentive, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 18:08 on Woodward Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling east struck a 13-year-old bicyclist from behind. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The collision point was the center front end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was injured but not critically. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers who fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive on city streets.
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SUV Tailgating on Cypress Avenue Severs Driver’s Leg▸Oct 8 - Two SUVs collided on Cypress Avenue. Metal slammed metal. A 24-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious as his back burned and his leg was torn away. The crash left blood and silence in the Queens night.
According to the police report, two station wagon/SUVs crashed near Cypress Avenue and Cypress Hills Street in Queens at 23:05. The report states that 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. One SUV struck the other’s center back end. The impact left a 24-year-old male driver with severe injuries, including back trauma and a leg amputation. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the danger of tailgating, as documented by the official finding of 'Following Too Closely.'
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸Oct 7 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The 52-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:46 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A 52-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected after being struck in the center back end by a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the bicyclist's rear. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained no damage despite the impact. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention to spacing behind vulnerable road users.
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Motorbike U-Turn Crash Injures Two in Queens▸Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 16 - A moped rider suffered knee and lower leg injuries when an SUV made an improper left turn and struck him on Fresh Pond Road. The impact damaged the SUV’s right front quarter panel and the moped’s front end. The moped driver remained conscious.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:10 on Fresh Pond Road near Menahan Street. The SUV, traveling east, was making a left turn when it collided with a moped traveling south that was stopped in traffic. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor for the SUV driver’s actions. The moped rider, a 39-year-old male with a permit license, was wearing a helmet and suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises. The SUV sustained damage to its right front quarter panel, and the moped’s center front end was damaged. The moped driver was not ejected and remained conscious after the collision. The report highlights the SUV driver’s failure to execute a proper turn as the cause of the crash.
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Pick-up Truck Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Oct 15 - A 36-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection when the impact occurred, leaving him bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling southeast on 57th Street in Queens was making a left turn when it struck a 36-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Flushing Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the critical danger posed by driver errors during turning maneuvers in intersections.
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Bus Passes Too Closely, Injures Two E-Bike Riders▸Oct 14 - A bus traveling east on Grand Avenue struck an e-bike carrying two riders. Both were ejected and suffered injuries to limbs and shoulders. The crash resulted from the bus passing too closely and driver inexperience, according to the police report.
At 20:08 on Grand Avenue, a bus and an e-bike collided while both traveled east. According to the police report, the bus driver passed too closely to the e-bike, striking its left front bumper with the bus's right rear quarter panel. Two e-bike riders, a 69-year-old male driver and a 65-year-old female passenger, were ejected and sustained injuries including contusions and pain to their knees, legs, feet, and shoulders. The report cites 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed in New York. The female passenger also experienced shock. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by close passing and inexperienced driving around vulnerable cyclists.
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SUV Rear-Ends 13-Year-Old Bicyclist on Woodward▸Oct 12 - A 13-year-old boy riding east on Woodward Avenue was injured when an SUV struck him from behind. The impact caused abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver followed too closely and was inattentive, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 18:08 on Woodward Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling east struck a 13-year-old bicyclist from behind. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The collision point was the center front end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was injured but not critically. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers who fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive on city streets.
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SUV Tailgating on Cypress Avenue Severs Driver’s Leg▸Oct 8 - Two SUVs collided on Cypress Avenue. Metal slammed metal. A 24-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious as his back burned and his leg was torn away. The crash left blood and silence in the Queens night.
According to the police report, two station wagon/SUVs crashed near Cypress Avenue and Cypress Hills Street in Queens at 23:05. The report states that 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. One SUV struck the other’s center back end. The impact left a 24-year-old male driver with severe injuries, including back trauma and a leg amputation. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the danger of tailgating, as documented by the official finding of 'Following Too Closely.'
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸Oct 7 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The 52-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:46 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A 52-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected after being struck in the center back end by a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the bicyclist's rear. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained no damage despite the impact. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention to spacing behind vulnerable road users.
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Motorbike U-Turn Crash Injures Two in Queens▸Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 15 - A 36-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a pick-up truck failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection when the impact occurred, leaving him bruised but conscious.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck traveling southeast on 57th Street in Queens was making a left turn when it struck a 36-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection near Flushing Avenue. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, described as contusions and bruises, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact occurring at the center front end. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. This crash highlights the critical danger posed by driver errors during turning maneuvers in intersections.
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Bus Passes Too Closely, Injures Two E-Bike Riders▸Oct 14 - A bus traveling east on Grand Avenue struck an e-bike carrying two riders. Both were ejected and suffered injuries to limbs and shoulders. The crash resulted from the bus passing too closely and driver inexperience, according to the police report.
At 20:08 on Grand Avenue, a bus and an e-bike collided while both traveled east. According to the police report, the bus driver passed too closely to the e-bike, striking its left front bumper with the bus's right rear quarter panel. Two e-bike riders, a 69-year-old male driver and a 65-year-old female passenger, were ejected and sustained injuries including contusions and pain to their knees, legs, feet, and shoulders. The report cites 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed in New York. The female passenger also experienced shock. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by close passing and inexperienced driving around vulnerable cyclists.
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SUV Rear-Ends 13-Year-Old Bicyclist on Woodward▸Oct 12 - A 13-year-old boy riding east on Woodward Avenue was injured when an SUV struck him from behind. The impact caused abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver followed too closely and was inattentive, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 18:08 on Woodward Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling east struck a 13-year-old bicyclist from behind. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The collision point was the center front end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was injured but not critically. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers who fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive on city streets.
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SUV Tailgating on Cypress Avenue Severs Driver’s Leg▸Oct 8 - Two SUVs collided on Cypress Avenue. Metal slammed metal. A 24-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious as his back burned and his leg was torn away. The crash left blood and silence in the Queens night.
According to the police report, two station wagon/SUVs crashed near Cypress Avenue and Cypress Hills Street in Queens at 23:05. The report states that 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. One SUV struck the other’s center back end. The impact left a 24-year-old male driver with severe injuries, including back trauma and a leg amputation. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the danger of tailgating, as documented by the official finding of 'Following Too Closely.'
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸Oct 7 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The 52-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:46 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A 52-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected after being struck in the center back end by a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the bicyclist's rear. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained no damage despite the impact. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention to spacing behind vulnerable road users.
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Motorbike U-Turn Crash Injures Two in Queens▸Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 14 - A bus traveling east on Grand Avenue struck an e-bike carrying two riders. Both were ejected and suffered injuries to limbs and shoulders. The crash resulted from the bus passing too closely and driver inexperience, according to the police report.
At 20:08 on Grand Avenue, a bus and an e-bike collided while both traveled east. According to the police report, the bus driver passed too closely to the e-bike, striking its left front bumper with the bus's right rear quarter panel. Two e-bike riders, a 69-year-old male driver and a 65-year-old female passenger, were ejected and sustained injuries including contusions and pain to their knees, legs, feet, and shoulders. The report cites 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The bus driver was licensed in New York. The female passenger also experienced shock. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The collision highlights the dangers posed by close passing and inexperienced driving around vulnerable cyclists.
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SUV Rear-Ends 13-Year-Old Bicyclist on Woodward▸Oct 12 - A 13-year-old boy riding east on Woodward Avenue was injured when an SUV struck him from behind. The impact caused abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver followed too closely and was inattentive, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 18:08 on Woodward Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling east struck a 13-year-old bicyclist from behind. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The collision point was the center front end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was injured but not critically. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers who fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive on city streets.
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SUV Tailgating on Cypress Avenue Severs Driver’s Leg▸Oct 8 - Two SUVs collided on Cypress Avenue. Metal slammed metal. A 24-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious as his back burned and his leg was torn away. The crash left blood and silence in the Queens night.
According to the police report, two station wagon/SUVs crashed near Cypress Avenue and Cypress Hills Street in Queens at 23:05. The report states that 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. One SUV struck the other’s center back end. The impact left a 24-year-old male driver with severe injuries, including back trauma and a leg amputation. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the danger of tailgating, as documented by the official finding of 'Following Too Closely.'
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸Oct 7 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The 52-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:46 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A 52-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected after being struck in the center back end by a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the bicyclist's rear. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained no damage despite the impact. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention to spacing behind vulnerable road users.
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Motorbike U-Turn Crash Injures Two in Queens▸Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 12 - A 13-year-old boy riding east on Woodward Avenue was injured when an SUV struck him from behind. The impact caused abrasions to his elbow and lower arm. The SUV driver followed too closely and was inattentive, according to the police report.
According to the police report, at 18:08 on Woodward Avenue in Queens, an SUV traveling east struck a 13-year-old bicyclist from behind. The bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, suffered abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report cites the SUV driver's errors as 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The collision point was the center front end of the SUV and the center front end of the bike. The bicyclist was the sole occupant of his vehicle and was injured but not critically. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers who fail to maintain safe distances and remain attentive on city streets.
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SUV Tailgating on Cypress Avenue Severs Driver’s Leg▸Oct 8 - Two SUVs collided on Cypress Avenue. Metal slammed metal. A 24-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious as his back burned and his leg was torn away. The crash left blood and silence in the Queens night.
According to the police report, two station wagon/SUVs crashed near Cypress Avenue and Cypress Hills Street in Queens at 23:05. The report states that 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. One SUV struck the other’s center back end. The impact left a 24-year-old male driver with severe injuries, including back trauma and a leg amputation. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the danger of tailgating, as documented by the official finding of 'Following Too Closely.'
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸Oct 7 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The 52-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:46 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A 52-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected after being struck in the center back end by a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the bicyclist's rear. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained no damage despite the impact. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention to spacing behind vulnerable road users.
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Motorbike U-Turn Crash Injures Two in Queens▸Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 8 - Two SUVs collided on Cypress Avenue. Metal slammed metal. A 24-year-old man, belted in, stayed conscious as his back burned and his leg was torn away. The crash left blood and silence in the Queens night.
According to the police report, two station wagon/SUVs crashed near Cypress Avenue and Cypress Hills Street in Queens at 23:05. The report states that 'Following Too Closely' was the contributing factor. One SUV struck the other’s center back end. The impact left a 24-year-old male driver with severe injuries, including back trauma and a leg amputation. He was conscious and wearing a lap belt and harness at the time. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the danger of tailgating, as documented by the official finding of 'Following Too Closely.'
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Sedan Rear-Ends Bicyclist on Myrtle Avenue▸Oct 7 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The 52-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:46 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A 52-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected after being struck in the center back end by a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the bicyclist's rear. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained no damage despite the impact. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention to spacing behind vulnerable road users.
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Motorbike U-Turn Crash Injures Two in Queens▸Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 7 - A sedan struck a bicyclist from behind on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. The 52-year-old rider was partially ejected and suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited the sedan driver’s failure to maintain safe distance as the cause.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:46 AM on Myrtle Avenue in Queens. A 52-year-old male bicyclist was partially ejected after being struck in the center back end by a 2021 Toyota sedan traveling westbound. The bicyclist sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan driver, also male and licensed in New York, was traveling straight ahead and impacted the bicyclist's rear. The report explicitly lists "Following Too Closely" as a contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain a safe distance behind the bicyclist. No safety equipment was noted for the bicyclist, but the report does not cite this as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained no damage despite the impact. This collision highlights the dangers posed by driver inattention to spacing behind vulnerable road users.
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Motorbike U-Turn Crash Injures Two in Queens▸Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 6 - A motorbike making an improper U-turn collided with a sedan traveling straight on Grand Avenue in Queens. Two female occupants on the motorbike suffered contusions and moderate injuries. The motorbike driver was ejected but conscious, both wore helmets.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:48 on Grand Avenue in Queens. A 32-year-old female motorbike driver was making an improper U-turn when her motorbike struck a sedan traveling westbound. The motorbike's left front bumper and the sedan's right front bumper were the points of impact. The motorbike driver was ejected and sustained back contusions with injury severity rated as moderate (3). A 13-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorbike also suffered knee, lower leg, and foot contusions with the same injury severity. Both motorbike occupants were conscious and wearing helmets at the time of the crash. The police report cites the motorbike driver's error of 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The sedan driver was traveling straight ahead with no cited errors. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Taxi Unsafe Lane Change Demolishes Motorcycle▸Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 5 - A motorcycle rider suffered serious leg injuries after a taxi abruptly changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi’s left front bumper struck the motorcycle, demolishing it. The motorcyclist, wearing a helmet, remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:35 p.m. on the Long Island Expressway. The taxi driver, traveling west, was changing lanes when the collision happened. The taxi’s left front bumper impacted the motorcycle, which was going straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle was demolished on impact. The motorcyclist, a 35-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained contusions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites "Unsafe Lane Changing" and "Other Vehicular" factors as contributing causes, emphasizing the taxi driver's failure to maintain safe lane discipline. The motorcyclist was not ejected and remained conscious after the crash. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.
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Sedan Strikes Bicyclist on Queens Street▸Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 5 - A sedan collided with a bicyclist traveling west on Myrtle Avenue near 69 Street in Queens. The bicyclist suffered contusions and bruises but remained conscious. Police cited the sedan driver’s disregard for traffic control as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, at 8:05 AM in Queens, a 2023 sedan traveling south on 69 Street struck a bicyclist going west on Myrtle Avenue. The point of impact was the sedan's center front end and the bike's right rear quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 28-year-old male, was injured with contusions and bruises but was conscious and not ejected from the bike. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist’s injury severity was moderate, and no contributing factors were attributed to the bicyclist. The sedan driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead before the collision. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers disregarding traffic controls, placing vulnerable road users at risk.
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SUV Fails to Yield, Motorcycle Passenger Hurt▸Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Oct 5 - SUV pulled from parking, failed to yield. Motorcycle struck its side. Passenger, helmeted, took the blow. She left with bruised knee and leg. The street stayed silent. Metal and flesh met. System failed her.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 1:35 AM on Metropolitan Avenue involving a motorcycle and an SUV. The SUV started from parking and failed to yield right-of-way, causing the motorcycle, traveling east, to strike its side. A 25-year-old female passenger riding on the outside of the motorcycle was injured. She wore a helmet and remained conscious, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites the SUV driver's failure to yield as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were listed. The motorcycle driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of impact.
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Tow Truck Hits Bicyclist on Metropolitan Avenue▸Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Sep 30 - A tow truck struck a bicyclist traveling west on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered contusions and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver error and bicyclist confusion as contributing factors in the collision.
According to the police report, a tow truck and a bicycle collided on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens at 13:38. The bicyclist, a 43-year-old male, was ejected from his bike and sustained injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, including contusions. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error and bicyclist confusion in the incident. The tow truck was traveling west, going straight ahead, with no reported damage, while the bicycle suffered damage to its left rear quarter panel. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The collision's point of impact was the left rear bumper of the bicycle and the right rear quarter panel of the tow truck. The report does not assign blame to the bicyclist but emphasizes the role of driver error and confusion in causing the crash.
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Motorcycle Hits Parked Sedan on Eliot Avenue▸Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Sep 21 - A motorcycle traveling west struck a parked sedan on Eliot Avenue in Queens. The motorcycle driver, a 26-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg injuries and whiplash. The sedan showed no damage. Police cited other vehicular factors in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 p.m. on Eliot Avenue in Queens. A 26-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured when his motorcycle, traveling west and slowing or stopping, collided with a parked sedan. The motorcycle sustained center front end damage, while the sedan showed no damage. The injured driver was conscious and suffered knee, lower leg, foot injuries, and whiplash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor but does not specify driver errors or victim behaviors. The sedan was stationary at the time of impact, indicating the motorcycle driver failed to avoid the parked vehicle. No helmet or other safety equipment was reported for the motorcycle driver. The police report does not assign fault to the injured driver or mention any victim fault.
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Motorcyclist Injured Dodging Uninvolved Vehicle▸Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.
Sep 14 - A 28-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Jackie Robinson Parkway. He suffered full-body abrasions. Police cite reaction to another vehicle as the cause. The rider was conscious and wore a helmet.
A 28-year-old male motorcyclist was injured on Jackie Robinson Parkway at 9:43 AM. According to the police report, the crash happened when the rider reacted to an uninvolved vehicle, which is listed as the primary contributing factor. The motorcycle, heading east and going straight, struck its center front end. The rider was not ejected, remained conscious, and wore a helmet. The report highlights 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the key driver error. The rider suffered abrasions to his entire body, with injury severity level 3.