Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 104?
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
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▸ What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
▸ Are crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- MTA Bus Slams Curb, Injures Seven, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807280 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-18
- Bus Jumps Curb, Eight Injured In Flushing, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
- Eight Injured As MTA Bus Hits Pole, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- E-Bike Rider Killed In Police Chase, New York Post, Published 2025-07-13
- Chain-Reaction Crash Kills Two On Belt Parkway, amny, Published 2025-07-10
Other Representatives
District 28
70-50 Austin St. Suite 114, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Room 626, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 32
114-12 Beach Channel Drive, Suite 1, Rockaway Park, NY 11694
718-318-6411
250 Broadway, Suite 1550, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7382
District 12
22-07 45th St. Suite 1008, Astoria, NY 11105
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
4Rear-End Crash on Long Island Expressway Injures Passengers▸Two sedans collided on the expressway. Passengers suffered neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass. Whiplash and pain. System failed to protect those inside.
Two sedans crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' Four passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The impact struck the center back end of one car and the front of the other. Both drivers were listed as occupants, but only passengers were reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the driver error. All other contributing factors were unspecified.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
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Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
2Speeding Drivers Collide on Metropolitan Avenue▸Two cars crashed at unsafe speed. Both drivers injured. Shock and pain. Metal twisted. Night in Queens, danger on the road.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided near 47-02 Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered back injuries, the other arm injuries. Both showed signs of shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged, with impact to the front and back ends.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on 74th Street▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on 74th Street in Queens. An 84-year-old driver suffered a head injury. Two other occupants were hurt. Police cite physical disability as a factor. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda sedan traveling south struck a parked 2017 Volkswagen sedan on 74th Street in Queens. Three people were hurt. The 84-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and abrasion. Two other occupants, a 40-year-old woman and an 84-year-old man, were also injured. Police list 'Physical Disability' as a contributing factor in the crash. The report notes the Honda hit the Volkswagen's left rear quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. No other driver errors are listed. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact left both cars damaged and the street marked by another crash.
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on Myrtle Ave▸SUV struck cyclist on Myrtle Ave. Driver distracted. Cyclist hit, leg bruised. Impact left bike undamaged. Streets unforgiving. System failed to protect.
A 49-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on Myrtle Ave at St Nicholas Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV driver was distracted at the time of the crash. The cyclist suffered a contusion to his lower leg and was wearing a helmet. The SUV’s right front bumper made contact, but the bike showed no damage. Driver inattention is listed as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
3Truck Hits Sedan on Long Island Expressway▸A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the Long Island Expressway. Three people suffered injuries. Whiplash and neck pain followed the impact. The crash left metal twisted, bodies shaken, and the night broken by sirens.
A collision between a tractor truck and a sedan occurred on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when the truck struck the sedan’s center back end with its left front bumper. Three people were injured: the sedan’s driver, a 45-year-old woman, and two rear passengers, a 39-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman. All reported whiplash or neck injuries. The police report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Helmet use and turn signals were not listed as factors.
Motorcyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸A motorcycle slammed into the center front end on Woodward Ave. The rider, twenty-five, was ejected. He struck his head. He was conscious but hurt. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed loud and dangerous.
A 25-year-old man riding a motorcycle was injured on Woodward Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash happened when traffic control was disregarded. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered a head contusion. He was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were identified as injured. The rider was not using any safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver error. The crash underscores the risk when traffic rules are ignored, as documented by the police.
Cyclist Injured by Parked Sedan Door on Palmetto▸A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
Two sedans collided on the expressway. Passengers suffered neck injuries. Police cite following too closely. Metal and glass. Whiplash and pain. System failed to protect those inside.
Two sedans crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, the cause was 'Following Too Closely.' Four passengers suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The impact struck the center back end of one car and the front of the other. Both drivers were listed as occupants, but only passengers were reported injured. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report lists 'Following Too Closely' as the driver error. All other contributing factors were unspecified.
Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run▸A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
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Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run,
ABC7,
Published 2025-06-15
2Speeding Drivers Collide on Metropolitan Avenue▸Two cars crashed at unsafe speed. Both drivers injured. Shock and pain. Metal twisted. Night in Queens, danger on the road.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided near 47-02 Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered back injuries, the other arm injuries. Both showed signs of shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged, with impact to the front and back ends.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on 74th Street▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on 74th Street in Queens. An 84-year-old driver suffered a head injury. Two other occupants were hurt. Police cite physical disability as a factor. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda sedan traveling south struck a parked 2017 Volkswagen sedan on 74th Street in Queens. Three people were hurt. The 84-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and abrasion. Two other occupants, a 40-year-old woman and an 84-year-old man, were also injured. Police list 'Physical Disability' as a contributing factor in the crash. The report notes the Honda hit the Volkswagen's left rear quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. No other driver errors are listed. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact left both cars damaged and the street marked by another crash.
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on Myrtle Ave▸SUV struck cyclist on Myrtle Ave. Driver distracted. Cyclist hit, leg bruised. Impact left bike undamaged. Streets unforgiving. System failed to protect.
A 49-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on Myrtle Ave at St Nicholas Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV driver was distracted at the time of the crash. The cyclist suffered a contusion to his lower leg and was wearing a helmet. The SUV’s right front bumper made contact, but the bike showed no damage. Driver inattention is listed as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
3Truck Hits Sedan on Long Island Expressway▸A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the Long Island Expressway. Three people suffered injuries. Whiplash and neck pain followed the impact. The crash left metal twisted, bodies shaken, and the night broken by sirens.
A collision between a tractor truck and a sedan occurred on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when the truck struck the sedan’s center back end with its left front bumper. Three people were injured: the sedan’s driver, a 45-year-old woman, and two rear passengers, a 39-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman. All reported whiplash or neck injuries. The police report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Helmet use and turn signals were not listed as factors.
Motorcyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸A motorcycle slammed into the center front end on Woodward Ave. The rider, twenty-five, was ejected. He struck his head. He was conscious but hurt. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed loud and dangerous.
A 25-year-old man riding a motorcycle was injured on Woodward Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash happened when traffic control was disregarded. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered a head contusion. He was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were identified as injured. The rider was not using any safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver error. The crash underscores the risk when traffic rules are ignored, as documented by the police.
Cyclist Injured by Parked Sedan Door on Palmetto▸A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
A cyclist lay unconscious on 115th Avenue. The driver fled. Police searched the dark street for clues. The victim’s fate hung in the balance. Another night, another crash. The city’s danger pressed down, silent and heavy.
According to ABC7 (published June 15, 2025), a bicyclist was struck in a hit-and-run on 115th Avenue near 134th Street in South Ozone Park, Queens, just after 11:30 p.m. Friday. Police found the victim unconscious and in critical condition. The article states, 'They are now looking for evidence to help them track down the driver.' No details were given about the cyclist’s age or destination. The driver’s failure to remain at the scene highlights ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and underscores the persistent problem of hit-and-run crashes in New York City.
- Cyclist Left Critical After Queens Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-06-15
2Speeding Drivers Collide on Metropolitan Avenue▸Two cars crashed at unsafe speed. Both drivers injured. Shock and pain. Metal twisted. Night in Queens, danger on the road.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided near 47-02 Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered back injuries, the other arm injuries. Both showed signs of shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged, with impact to the front and back ends.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on 74th Street▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on 74th Street in Queens. An 84-year-old driver suffered a head injury. Two other occupants were hurt. Police cite physical disability as a factor. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda sedan traveling south struck a parked 2017 Volkswagen sedan on 74th Street in Queens. Three people were hurt. The 84-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and abrasion. Two other occupants, a 40-year-old woman and an 84-year-old man, were also injured. Police list 'Physical Disability' as a contributing factor in the crash. The report notes the Honda hit the Volkswagen's left rear quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. No other driver errors are listed. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact left both cars damaged and the street marked by another crash.
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on Myrtle Ave▸SUV struck cyclist on Myrtle Ave. Driver distracted. Cyclist hit, leg bruised. Impact left bike undamaged. Streets unforgiving. System failed to protect.
A 49-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on Myrtle Ave at St Nicholas Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV driver was distracted at the time of the crash. The cyclist suffered a contusion to his lower leg and was wearing a helmet. The SUV’s right front bumper made contact, but the bike showed no damage. Driver inattention is listed as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
3Truck Hits Sedan on Long Island Expressway▸A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the Long Island Expressway. Three people suffered injuries. Whiplash and neck pain followed the impact. The crash left metal twisted, bodies shaken, and the night broken by sirens.
A collision between a tractor truck and a sedan occurred on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when the truck struck the sedan’s center back end with its left front bumper. Three people were injured: the sedan’s driver, a 45-year-old woman, and two rear passengers, a 39-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman. All reported whiplash or neck injuries. The police report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Helmet use and turn signals were not listed as factors.
Motorcyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸A motorcycle slammed into the center front end on Woodward Ave. The rider, twenty-five, was ejected. He struck his head. He was conscious but hurt. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed loud and dangerous.
A 25-year-old man riding a motorcycle was injured on Woodward Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash happened when traffic control was disregarded. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered a head contusion. He was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were identified as injured. The rider was not using any safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver error. The crash underscores the risk when traffic rules are ignored, as documented by the police.
Cyclist Injured by Parked Sedan Door on Palmetto▸A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
Two cars crashed at unsafe speed. Both drivers injured. Shock and pain. Metal twisted. Night in Queens, danger on the road.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided near 47-02 Metropolitan Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured—one suffered back injuries, the other arm injuries. Both showed signs of shock. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both cars damaged, with impact to the front and back ends.
Sedan Strikes Parked Car on 74th Street▸A sedan slammed into a parked car on 74th Street in Queens. An 84-year-old driver suffered a head injury. Two other occupants were hurt. Police cite physical disability as a factor. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda sedan traveling south struck a parked 2017 Volkswagen sedan on 74th Street in Queens. Three people were hurt. The 84-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and abrasion. Two other occupants, a 40-year-old woman and an 84-year-old man, were also injured. Police list 'Physical Disability' as a contributing factor in the crash. The report notes the Honda hit the Volkswagen's left rear quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. No other driver errors are listed. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact left both cars damaged and the street marked by another crash.
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on Myrtle Ave▸SUV struck cyclist on Myrtle Ave. Driver distracted. Cyclist hit, leg bruised. Impact left bike undamaged. Streets unforgiving. System failed to protect.
A 49-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on Myrtle Ave at St Nicholas Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV driver was distracted at the time of the crash. The cyclist suffered a contusion to his lower leg and was wearing a helmet. The SUV’s right front bumper made contact, but the bike showed no damage. Driver inattention is listed as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
3Truck Hits Sedan on Long Island Expressway▸A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the Long Island Expressway. Three people suffered injuries. Whiplash and neck pain followed the impact. The crash left metal twisted, bodies shaken, and the night broken by sirens.
A collision between a tractor truck and a sedan occurred on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when the truck struck the sedan’s center back end with its left front bumper. Three people were injured: the sedan’s driver, a 45-year-old woman, and two rear passengers, a 39-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman. All reported whiplash or neck injuries. The police report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Helmet use and turn signals were not listed as factors.
Motorcyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸A motorcycle slammed into the center front end on Woodward Ave. The rider, twenty-five, was ejected. He struck his head. He was conscious but hurt. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed loud and dangerous.
A 25-year-old man riding a motorcycle was injured on Woodward Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash happened when traffic control was disregarded. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered a head contusion. He was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were identified as injured. The rider was not using any safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver error. The crash underscores the risk when traffic rules are ignored, as documented by the police.
Cyclist Injured by Parked Sedan Door on Palmetto▸A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
A sedan slammed into a parked car on 74th Street in Queens. An 84-year-old driver suffered a head injury. Two other occupants were hurt. Police cite physical disability as a factor. Metal crumpled. Sirens followed. The street stayed dangerous.
According to the police report, a 2003 Honda sedan traveling south struck a parked 2017 Volkswagen sedan on 74th Street in Queens. Three people were hurt. The 84-year-old male driver suffered a head injury and abrasion. Two other occupants, a 40-year-old woman and an 84-year-old man, were also injured. Police list 'Physical Disability' as a contributing factor in the crash. The report notes the Honda hit the Volkswagen's left rear quarter panel with its right front quarter panel. No other driver errors are listed. The driver was wearing a lap belt and harness. The impact left both cars damaged and the street marked by another crash.
SUV Driver Distracted, Cyclist Injured on Myrtle Ave▸SUV struck cyclist on Myrtle Ave. Driver distracted. Cyclist hit, leg bruised. Impact left bike undamaged. Streets unforgiving. System failed to protect.
A 49-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on Myrtle Ave at St Nicholas Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV driver was distracted at the time of the crash. The cyclist suffered a contusion to his lower leg and was wearing a helmet. The SUV’s right front bumper made contact, but the bike showed no damage. Driver inattention is listed as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
3Truck Hits Sedan on Long Island Expressway▸A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the Long Island Expressway. Three people suffered injuries. Whiplash and neck pain followed the impact. The crash left metal twisted, bodies shaken, and the night broken by sirens.
A collision between a tractor truck and a sedan occurred on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when the truck struck the sedan’s center back end with its left front bumper. Three people were injured: the sedan’s driver, a 45-year-old woman, and two rear passengers, a 39-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman. All reported whiplash or neck injuries. The police report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Helmet use and turn signals were not listed as factors.
Motorcyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸A motorcycle slammed into the center front end on Woodward Ave. The rider, twenty-five, was ejected. He struck his head. He was conscious but hurt. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed loud and dangerous.
A 25-year-old man riding a motorcycle was injured on Woodward Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash happened when traffic control was disregarded. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered a head contusion. He was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were identified as injured. The rider was not using any safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver error. The crash underscores the risk when traffic rules are ignored, as documented by the police.
Cyclist Injured by Parked Sedan Door on Palmetto▸A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
SUV struck cyclist on Myrtle Ave. Driver distracted. Cyclist hit, leg bruised. Impact left bike undamaged. Streets unforgiving. System failed to protect.
A 49-year-old cyclist was injured when an SUV struck him on Myrtle Ave at St Nicholas Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV driver was distracted at the time of the crash. The cyclist suffered a contusion to his lower leg and was wearing a helmet. The SUV’s right front bumper made contact, but the bike showed no damage. Driver inattention is listed as the contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s occupants. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
3Truck Hits Sedan on Long Island Expressway▸A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the Long Island Expressway. Three people suffered injuries. Whiplash and neck pain followed the impact. The crash left metal twisted, bodies shaken, and the night broken by sirens.
A collision between a tractor truck and a sedan occurred on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when the truck struck the sedan’s center back end with its left front bumper. Three people were injured: the sedan’s driver, a 45-year-old woman, and two rear passengers, a 39-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman. All reported whiplash or neck injuries. The police report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Helmet use and turn signals were not listed as factors.
Motorcyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸A motorcycle slammed into the center front end on Woodward Ave. The rider, twenty-five, was ejected. He struck his head. He was conscious but hurt. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed loud and dangerous.
A 25-year-old man riding a motorcycle was injured on Woodward Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash happened when traffic control was disregarded. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered a head contusion. He was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were identified as injured. The rider was not using any safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver error. The crash underscores the risk when traffic rules are ignored, as documented by the police.
Cyclist Injured by Parked Sedan Door on Palmetto▸A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
A truck slammed into a sedan’s rear on the Long Island Expressway. Three people suffered injuries. Whiplash and neck pain followed the impact. The crash left metal twisted, bodies shaken, and the night broken by sirens.
A collision between a tractor truck and a sedan occurred on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling straight when the truck struck the sedan’s center back end with its left front bumper. Three people were injured: the sedan’s driver, a 45-year-old woman, and two rear passengers, a 39-year-old man and a 43-year-old woman. All reported whiplash or neck injuries. The police report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as a contributing factor. No other driver errors were cited. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Helmet use and turn signals were not listed as factors.
Motorcyclist Ejected After Traffic Control Disregarded▸A motorcycle slammed into the center front end on Woodward Ave. The rider, twenty-five, was ejected. He struck his head. He was conscious but hurt. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed loud and dangerous.
A 25-year-old man riding a motorcycle was injured on Woodward Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash happened when traffic control was disregarded. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered a head contusion. He was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were identified as injured. The rider was not using any safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver error. The crash underscores the risk when traffic rules are ignored, as documented by the police.
Cyclist Injured by Parked Sedan Door on Palmetto▸A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
A motorcycle slammed into the center front end on Woodward Ave. The rider, twenty-five, was ejected. He struck his head. He was conscious but hurt. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed loud and dangerous.
A 25-year-old man riding a motorcycle was injured on Woodward Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash happened when traffic control was disregarded. The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and suffered a head contusion. He was conscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. No other vehicles or persons were identified as injured. The rider was not using any safety equipment, but this is noted only after the driver error. The crash underscores the risk when traffic rules are ignored, as documented by the police.
Cyclist Injured by Parked Sedan Door on Palmetto▸A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
A sedan door swung open on Palmetto Street. The cyclist struck it. Metal met flesh. The rider went down. His leg and foot scraped and bruised. The street stayed silent. The car stayed parked. The cyclist bore the impact.
A cyclist was injured when he collided with the left side doors of a parked Ford sedan on Palmetto Street in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was stationary when the crash occurred. The cyclist, a 48-year-old man, suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. No driver errors such as 'Failure to Yield' or 'Disregard Traffic Control' were specified in the data. The cyclist was partially ejected and was not using any safety equipment, as noted after the contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the sedan's occupants.
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Injured on Cypress Hills▸An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
An SUV and a moped collided at Cypress Hills Street and 78th Avenue. The moped rider, 22, suffered leg injuries. Police cite improper turning. The SUV driver, 63, was not reported injured. Metal met flesh. The street stayed open.
A crash on Cypress Hills Street at 78th Avenue in Queens involved a Jeep SUV and a ZNEN moped. The 22-year-old moped rider was injured in the leg and left in shock. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The SUV driver, age 63, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before the collision. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' as the key contributing factor. No other driver errors or helmet issues were cited. The impact struck the left front of both vehicles. The moped rider bore the brunt of the crash. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
Speeding Sedan and Taxi Collide on Woodhaven▸Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
Two cars slammed together at unsafe speed on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both drivers hurt. Metal twisted. Shoulder and arm injuries. Night air thick with sirens. The street bore the mark of reckless force. Another Queens intersection, another crash.
A sedan and a taxi crashed at the intersection of Woodhaven Boulevard and 63rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling at unsafe speed. The sedan was making a left turn while the taxi was heading straight. The collision left both drivers injured. One driver, age 36, suffered shoulder and upper arm injuries and complained of whiplash. The other, age 45, had unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore speed limits on city streets.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 88th Street in Queens▸Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
Two cars met hard on 88th Street. Metal twisted. One driver hurt his back. Shock followed. Police say traffic control was ignored. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect those inside.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan crashed at 88th Street and 81st Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the collision involved two drivers and two passengers. One driver, a 39-year-old man, suffered a back injury and was in shock. The other occupants had unspecified injuries. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The SUV was hit on its left front quarter panel, while the sedan took damage to its center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report highlights a failure to follow traffic controls, putting everyone in the vehicles at risk.
2SUV Strikes Pedestrians Crossing With Signal▸A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
A Buick SUV hit a woman and a child in Queens. Both were crossing Eliot Avenue with the signal. The driver failed to yield. The crash left them with leg injuries. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect them.
A Buick SUV struck a 33-year-old woman and a 3-year-old girl as they crossed Eliot Avenue at Lutheran Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both pedestrians were crossing with the signal when the driver, making a left turn, hit them. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman and child suffered abrasions and injuries to their legs. The SUV showed no damage. The driver, a 61-year-old man, was licensed and wore a lap belt. No injuries were reported for vehicle occupants. The crash underscores the danger faced by pedestrians, even when following the law.
Alcohol-Fueled Crash Injures Driver in Queens▸Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
Two cars slammed head-on on Metropolitan Ave. Alcohol played a role. One driver, age 60, suffered arm injuries and whiplash. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 55-05 Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement was a contributing factor for both drivers. One driver, a 60-year-old man, was injured with arm trauma and whiplash. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as the main driver error. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person hurt and exposed the ongoing risk on city streets.
SUVs Collide on Fresh Pond Road; Three Hurt▸Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
Two SUVs slammed together at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. Metal crumpled. Three people hurt. Pain and bruises. Drivers ignored traffic controls. The street stayed open. The system failed to protect those inside.
Two sport utility vehicles crashed at the intersection of Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue in Queens. Three people were injured: a 34-year-old rear passenger suffered leg pain, a 48-year-old driver had chest pain, and a 27-year-old driver was bruised. According to the police report, both drivers disregarded traffic controls and failed to yield the right-of-way. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. All injured persons were conscious. The crash involved a Ford SUV traveling north and a Nissan SUV traveling east. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The police report does not mention any helmet or signal violations.
Motorcycle Overturns at Unsafe Speed on Parkway▸A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
A motorcycle crashed and overturned on Jackie Robinson Parkway. The driver, a 46-year-old man, was ejected and left unconscious. He suffered injuries to his entire body. Unsafe speed was listed as the main factor in the crash.
A single-vehicle crash occurred on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, a 46-year-old man driving a 2009 Yamaha motorcycle was traveling east when the bike overturned. The driver was ejected from the motorcycle and found unconscious, with injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The police report states the driver was wearing a helmet. No other vehicles or people were involved. The crash left the motorcycle overturned and the driver with internal injuries.
Pickup Truck Rear-Ends Sedan on 63rd Street▸A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
A pickup truck slammed into the back of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue. The sedan driver suffered neck injuries. Police cited following too closely. Metal, glass, and pain marked the scene. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.
A pickup truck struck the rear of a sedan on 63rd Street near Borden Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a Ford sedan and a Freightliner pickup truck, both traveling north. The sedan's driver, a 29-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The pickup truck driver, a 55-year-old man, was not reported injured. Police listed 'Following Too Closely' as a contributing factor. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the pickup truck was damaged at the center front. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to keep safe distance, as documented by the police.
2Sedans Collide on Greene Avenue, Two Drivers Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
Two sedans crashed on Greene Avenue in Queens. Both drivers suffered injuries. Passengers, including a 14-year-old, were shaken. Police cite traffic control ignored and failure to yield. The street bore the brunt. Metal twisted. Lives jarred.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Greene Avenue and Seneca Avenue in Queens. Two drivers, a 72-year-old man and a 46-year-old woman, were injured. Both were conscious, with one suffering back injuries and the other chest injuries. Five passengers, including a 14-year-old boy, reported unspecified injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No mention of helmet or signal violations appears. The crash left both vehicles damaged, with impacts to the front and side. The collision underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and fail to yield.
3SUV and Sedan Collide on 60th Street in Queens▸Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
Two cars crashed at 60th Street and 56th Drive. Metal twisted. Three men hurt, necks and limbs aching. Police say traffic control was ignored. Shock followed. The street bore the mark of impact. The city’s system failed again.
A station wagon SUV and a sedan collided at 60th Street and 56th Drive in Queens. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was listed as a contributing factor. Three men, ages 18 and 37, suffered injuries to the neck, arm, and leg, with all reporting pain and shock. The crash involved both vehicles traveling straight before impact. The police report does not specify any errors by the injured parties. The data highlights the disregard for traffic control as the key driver error in this crash. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality▸A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
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Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
A pickup struck an elderly man crossing Jericho Turnpike. The victim died days later. Police charged the driver months after the crash. The intersection remains dangerous. The law caught up, but the street stayed the same.
According to NY Daily News (published May 21, 2025), police arrested Benjamin Jean-Baptiste five months after he fatally struck 78-year-old Jose Jimenez at Jericho Turnpike and 91st Ave. in Queens. The article reports, "On Tuesday, police charged him with failure to yield to a pedestrian and failure to exercise due care, both misdemeanors." Jean-Baptiste, driving a Dodge Ram, turned left and hit Jimenez as he crossed the busy intersection. Jimenez suffered a massive head injury and died a week later. The driver remained at the scene and was later given a desk appearance ticket. This case highlights persistent risks at major crossings and the delay in holding drivers accountable for failing to yield and exercise care.
- Driver Charged Months After Queens Fatality, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-21
Motorcycle and Sedan Collide on Palmetto Street▸A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.
A sedan and motorcycle crashed at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue. Two men injured. Failure to yield listed as cause. Metal and bodies thrown. Streets unforgiving.
A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Palmetto Street and Onderdonk Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were injured. The 43-year-old motorcycle driver was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. The 29-year-old sedan driver sustained hip and leg injuries. Police cited 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash left metal twisted and lives changed. No other contributing factors were listed.