Crash Count for Precinct 104
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,867
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,795
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 568
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 40
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 21
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Aug 8, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 104?

Blood on the Boulevard: Queens Streets Are Killing Fields

Blood on the Boulevard: Queens Streets Are Killing Fields

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

The Bodies Pile Up

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

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

The System Fails the Vulnerable

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

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

Leadership: Action or Excuse?

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

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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Other Representatives

Andrew Hevesi
Assembly Member Andrew Hevesi
District 28
District Office:
70-50 Austin St. Suite 114, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Legislative Office:
Room 626, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Joann Ariola
Council Member Joann Ariola
District 32
District Office:
114-12 Beach Channel Drive, Suite 1, Rockaway Park, NY 11694
718-318-6411
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1550, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7382
Twitter: JoannAriola32
Michael Gianaris
State Senator Michael Gianaris
District 12
District Office:
22-07 45th St. Suite 1008, Astoria, NY 11105
Legislative Office:
Albany, NY 12247
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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
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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 104

Sedan Passenger Injured in Queens Crash

A sedan traveling west on Grand Avenue struck its own passenger. The 47-year-old woman suffered knee and lower leg bruises. The driver’s inattention caused the injury. No vehicle damage was reported. The passenger was conscious and not ejected.

According to the police report, a 2022 sedan traveling west on Grand Avenue in Queens was involved in a crash that injured a 47-year-old female passenger. The passenger sustained contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as the contributing factors to the crash. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was going straight ahead at the time. The injured occupant was seated in the right rear passenger position and was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers of driver distraction even when no external collision occurs.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4543730 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Two Sedans Collide on Queens Street

Two sedans crashed head-on on Weirfield Street in Queens. Both drivers were alone. The male driver suffered chest injuries and bruising. Airbags deployed. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as a key factor. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Weirfield Street near Seneca Avenue in Queens. The male driver, 48, was injured with chest contusions but remained conscious. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor for the male driver. Airbags deployed and lap belts were in use. The collision caused center front-end damage to both vehicles. No ejections or other injuries were reported. The female driver was also alone in her vehicle. The report does not list any other contributing factors or victim errors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4542196 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
E-Scooter Rider Injured in Queens SUV Crash

An e-scooter rider collided with an SUV on 60 Place in Queens. The rider, a 27-year-old woman, suffered bruises and arm injuries. The SUV struck the scooter’s center front. Driver errors included improper lane usage and distraction.

According to the police report, a 27-year-old female e-scooter driver was injured in a collision with a 2019 Nissan SUV on 60 Place in Queens. The e-scooter was traveling east, and the SUV was traveling north when the vehicles collided. The point of impact was the center front end of the SUV and the scooter. The rider sustained contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists driver errors as 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The e-scooter driver was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane use and distracted driving in interactions between motor vehicles and vulnerable road users.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4541423 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Two Sedans Clash Making Left Turns

Two sedans collided on Flushing Avenue. Both drivers turned left. A 25-year-old man suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. No pedestrians or cyclists were struck.

According to the police report, two sedans crashed on Flushing Avenue in Queens as both drivers attempted left turns. A 25-year-old male driver was hurt, suffering neck pain and whiplash. He was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The impact damaged the left front bumper of one sedan and the center back end of the other. The report lists unspecified contributing factors and does not cite any driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4540824 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on Grand Avenue

A SUV struck a sedan from behind on Grand Avenue in Queens. The sedan’s front passenger, a 32-year-old man, suffered whiplash and shock. The SUV driver followed too closely and disregarded traffic control, causing the crash.

According to the police report, a 2016 SUV traveling north on Grand Avenue rear-ended a 2010 sedan also heading north. The front passenger in the sedan, a 32-year-old man, was injured with whiplash and experienced shock. The report lists the SUV driver's errors as "Following Too Closely" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." The passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The collision caused damage to the center front end of the SUV and the center back end of the sedan. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4540838 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Chassis Cab Crushes Pedestrian on Maurice Avenue

A Ford chassis cab struck a man on Maurice Avenue near 54th. The truck did not stop. Bones broke. The man, 38, died in the street. No screech. No dent. Only silence and loss.

A 38-year-old man was killed when a Ford chassis cab struck him on Maurice Avenue near 54th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, 'he stepped into the road. The Ford cab kept straight. No screech, no dent. Bones broke under wheels. A man, 38, crushed whole. He lay there. The truck did not stop.' The pedestrian suffered fatal crush injuries to his entire body. The driver, a 42-year-old man, continued straight and did not remain at the scene. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. No mention of helmet use or signaling appears in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4539794 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
E-Scooter Driver Ejected in Queens Crash

A 46-year-old man on an e-scooter was ejected and suffered head injuries on Menahan Street. A sedan making a right turn struck him from behind. The scooter driver wore a helmet but was thrown from the vehicle. The sedan followed too closely.

According to the police report, a collision occurred on Menahan Street in Queens involving an e-scooter and a sedan. The 46-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected from his vehicle, sustaining head injuries and whiplash. The sedan was making a right turn when it struck the scooter from behind. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor to the crash. The e-scooter driver was wearing a helmet, but the impact caused him to be thrown from the scooter. The sedan driver was licensed and traveling westbound. The crash caused damage to the front center of the scooter and the right front quarter panel of the sedan.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4539692 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Two Sedans Collide, Young Driver Injured

Metal screamed at 69 Lane and 57 Drive. Two sedans crashed. A young man took the hit to his head. He sat stunned, blood pounding. The street fell silent. The city marked another wound.

Two sedans collided at the corner of 69 Lane and 57 Drive in Queens. According to the police report, metal tore as the cars struck. A 24-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and crush trauma. He was not ejected and wore a lap belt and harness. The report notes he was in shock. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Both vehicles had only the drivers inside. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were recorded in the data. The crash left one young man hurt, the street quiet, and the city unchanged.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4538155 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
SUV Rear-Ends Sedan, Driver Injured in Queens

SUV slammed into stopped sedan on 65 Drive. Sedan driver took the hit. Neck pain, whiplash. Police cite following too closely. No pedestrians or cyclists hurt.

According to the police report, an SUV rear-ended a sedan stopped in traffic on 65 Drive in Queens. The sedan driver, a 53-year-old man, suffered neck injuries and whiplash but stayed conscious and restrained. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as contributing factors. The report does not mention any errors by the injured driver. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4537543 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Pedestrian Injured on Grand Avenue Queens

A 33-year-old woman was struck on Grand Avenue in Queens. She suffered bruises and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The pedestrian was conscious and alert after the crash. No driver errors or contributing factors were reported.

According to the police report, a 33-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Grand Avenue in Queens. She sustained contusions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene and experienced other actions in the roadway. The vehicle involved is unspecified with no details on driver or vehicle type. No helmet or safety equipment was noted, nor were any driver violations or failures recorded.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4537063 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Sedan Turns, Cyclist Thrown on Flushing Avenue

A sedan turned right on Flushing Avenue. A cyclist rode straight. Metal struck flesh. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head bleeding. He was conscious but hurt. The car’s side was smashed. The bike twisted, silent in the street.

A sedan and a cyclist collided at Flushing Avenue and Troutman Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan turned right while the cyclist went straight. The cyclist, a 30-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury with severe bleeding. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan’s right side was damaged; the bike’s front end was crushed. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary causes cited are the driver’s failure to yield and inattention. The crash left the cyclist injured and the scene marked by twisted metal and blood.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4539372 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Two Sedans Collide on Long Island Expressway

Two sedans crashed head-on on the Long Island Expressway. Both vehicles traveled east. The left front bumper and quarter panel collided. An 18-year-old passenger suffered a neck contusion. The crash involved improper lane usage by one driver.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling east on the Long Island Expressway collided at their left front sections. The crash injured an 18-year-old male passenger in the right rear seat, who sustained a neck contusion but was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as a contributing factor, indicating driver error in lane management. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. Vehicle damage was limited to the left front bumper and quarter panel. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4536488 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Tesla Slams Parked Truck, Driver Bleeds

A Tesla crashed headlong into a parked box truck on Rust Street. The roof caved. The driver, 67, was found slumped and bleeding from the head. The street was quiet. Police cited driver inattention. No other injuries reported.

A 67-year-old man driving a Tesla struck a parked box truck on Rust Street near 59th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan drove straight into the truck, crushing the roof. The driver was found unconscious, bleeding from the head, and wearing a seatbelt. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other occupants or bystanders were injured. The box truck was unoccupied and parked at the time of the crash. The report does not mention any other contributing factors or violations.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4536274 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
2
Improper Turn Slams Sedan Into SUV in Queens

Sedan turned wrong on Cooper Avenue. Smashed into SUV. Driver and passenger bruised. Neck and face hit hard. Both stayed conscious. Metal twisted. Streets did not forgive.

According to the police report, a sedan making an improper left turn struck an eastbound SUV on Cooper Avenue in Queens. The sedan driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered neck bruises. The SUV’s front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, was bruised on the face. Both were conscious and restrained. The police report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. No other factors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4535859 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Sedan Strikes Front Passenger on Jackie Robinson Pkwy

A sedan traveling west on Jackie Robinson Parkway struck its front passenger. The 21-year-old woman suffered a head contusion. She was conscious and not ejected. The vehicle's left front bumper and center front end were damaged. Driver errors unspecified.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Jackie Robinson Parkway was involved in a crash that injured its front passenger, a 21-year-old woman. She sustained a head contusion and remained conscious throughout the incident. The vehicle's left front bumper and center front end were damaged in the collision. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead before the crash. The report lists contributing factors as unspecified, with no clear driver errors identified. The passenger was not ejected and was not using any safety equipment at the time.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4534277 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Sedan Driver Injured in Queens Collision

A sedan struck an object head-on on Dry Harbor Road in Queens. The 34-year-old male driver suffered chest contusions. The crash happened as the driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle. The driver was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness.

According to the police report, a 34-year-old male driver in a 2017 sedan was injured in a crash on Dry Harbor Road, Queens. The driver sustained chest contusions and was conscious after the collision. The report lists "Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle" as the primary contributing factor, indicating the driver’s response to another vehicle not involved in the crash led to the impact. The sedan struck an object with its center front end while traveling east, going straight ahead. The driver was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4532170 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Motorcycle Hits Taxi Rear, Rider Ejected

A motorcycle struck the back of a stopped taxi on Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. The rider, hanging on outside, was ejected and suffered a head injury. Unsafe speed was a factor. The rider was semiconscious with a concussion.

According to the police report, a motorcycle traveling east on Metropolitan Avenue collided with the rear of a stopped taxi. The motorcycle rider, a 27-year-old male, was riding outside the vehicle and was ejected on impact. He sustained a head injury and was semiconscious with a concussion. The report lists unsafe speed as the contributing factor to the crash. The taxi was stopped in traffic at the time of the collision. The motorcycle's front end struck the taxi's center back end. The rider was not wearing any safety equipment. No other injuries were reported among the taxi occupants.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4533398 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Flushing Avenue

A sedan hit a 26-year-old cyclist on Flushing Avenue in Queens. The crash left the cyclist bruised but conscious. Police cited confusion as a factor. No driver errors listed. The street remains dangerous.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling west on Flushing Avenue in Queens struck a 26-year-old male cyclist. The cyclist suffered contusions to his knee and lower leg but remained conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were cited in the data. The sedan's center front end hit the bike. The cyclist was not ejected and wore a helmet. This crash underscores the risks faced by cyclists on city streets when confusion leads to violent contact with motor vehicles.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4532490 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
Sedan Rear-Ends Sedan on Metropolitan Avenue

Two sedans collided on Metropolitan Avenue. The second driver, a 53-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited following too closely and unsafe speed as causes. Both vehicles traveled north. Impact was at the rear and front bumpers.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling north on Metropolitan Avenue collided. The second vehicle struck the first from behind. The 53-year-old female driver of the rear sedan was injured, sustaining knee and lower leg trauma. She was wearing a lap belt and was not ejected. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The first vehicle, a 2008 Honda, was impacted on its right front bumper. The second vehicle, a 2004 Ford, sustained damage to its left rear bumper. Both drivers were licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4528669 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15
3
Distracted Drivers Collide on Maurice Avenue

Two cars crashed on Maurice Avenue. Both drivers were distracted. Three people hurt. Injuries struck knees, back, head. Metal twisted. All stayed conscious. Lap belts held. Night split by impact.

According to the police report, a sedan heading north and an SUV heading west collided on Maurice Avenue near Borden Avenue. Three people were injured: both drivers and a front passenger. Injuries included knee and leg contusions, back whiplash, and head whiplash. All occupants were conscious and wore lap belts and harnesses. The report lists Driver Inattention/Distraction as the contributing factor for both drivers. The sedan was damaged on the right front quarter panel; the SUV on the left front bumper. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4527652 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-15