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
▸ Where does Precinct 104 sit politically?
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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
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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
Distracted Drivers Collide on Jackie Robinson Parkway▸Two cars crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One driver suffered neck pain. Police cite driver inattention. Both vehicles damaged. Shock and injury followed. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were female and licensed. One driver, age 41, suffered a neck injury and shock. The other driver, age 27, was not physically injured. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan struck the rear of the SUV. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes seat belt use but does not list it as a contributing factor. Systemic danger remains when distraction goes unchecked.
Ex-Firefighter Charged In Queens Fatal Crash▸A former firefighter sped through a red light in Queens. He struck Justin Diaz’s car at 83 mph. Diaz died a block from home. The driver was drunk, high, and unregistered. The court revoked his bail. Diaz’s family mourns.
ABC7 reported on April 17, 2025, that ex-FDNY firefighter Michael Peña faces manslaughter and DWI charges after a deadly crash in Queens. Prosecutors allege Peña was drunk, high, and speeding at 83 mph—three times the limit—when he ran a red light and T-boned 23-year-old Justin Diaz’s car. Surveillance and body camera footage show Peña admitting to running the light. Five hours after the crash, tests confirmed intoxication by alcohol, marijuana, and cocaine. Peña’s record includes prior arrests and 25 school zone speeding tickets. He also drove an unregistered vehicle with an obstructed plate and tinted windshield. The victim, Diaz, was headed to work and had just graduated college. The case highlights repeated driver violations and systemic failures in enforcement.
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Ex-Firefighter Charged In Queens Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-17
Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Elderly Pedestrian▸A driver struck a 70-year-old woman in a marked Queens crosswalk. She suffered a head injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.
A 70-year-old woman was hit while crossing at 74-17 Grand Ave in Queens. She was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Fairview Ave▸A sedan hit an e-scooter on Fairview Ave in Queens. The scooter rider suffered a head injury. Police cited confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
A sedan traveling south on Fairview Ave collided with an eastbound e-scooter at Bleecker St in Queens. The 38-year-old woman riding the e-scooter was injured, sustaining a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors were cited for the sedan. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the e-scooter rider hurt and the sedan damaged at the right front bumper.
4Sedan Collision on Flushing Ave Injures Three▸A sedan struck on Flushing Ave. Three passengers suffered neck injuries. The crash left whiplash and pain. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
Three passengers were injured in a crash involving a sedan on Flushing Ave near Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was hit on its left side while going straight. Three men, aged 22, 30, and 35, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
SUV Speeding on Cooper Avenue Injures Driver▸SUV struck at unsafe speed on Cooper Avenue. Driver suffered leg fracture and dislocation. Impact hit left front bumper. Streets in Queens saw another injury under the weight of speed.
A station wagon/SUV traveling south on Cooper Avenue crashed while making a left turn. The driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg, according to the police report. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicle's left front bumper took the impact, damaging the center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of speed on city streets.
2SUV and Sedan Strike Boy on Forest Ave▸A speeding SUV and sedan crashed on Forest Ave. A 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a broken leg. A young driver’s shoulder torn. Blood on concrete. Sirens cut the air.
A sedan and an SUV collided at Forest Ave and Stephen St in Queens. According to the police report, a 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a fractured leg. A 23-year-old driver was injured in the shoulder. The crash involved unsafe speed and steering failure as contributing factors. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a primary cause. No evidence blames the victims. The scene left blood on the concrete and sirens in the air.
SUVs Collide at Grove Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Grove Street and 60 Place. One driver suffered a back contusion. Police cite traffic control disregard and failure to yield. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at the intersection of Grove Street and 60 Place in Queens. One driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one SUV and the right rear bumper of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious at the scene.
Motorcycle Slams SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway▸A motorcycle struck an SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man suffered leg injuries. Both vehicles were moving straight. No driver errors listed. The crash left a mark.
A motorcycle and an SUV collided on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man, age 29, was injured in the crash, suffering abrasions and leg injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured man was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The impact hit the SUV's left front bumper and the motorcycle's right side. No further details were provided by police.
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸A driver lost control near a Queens school. The car struck two children and a man. A seven-year-old girl’s leg snapped. Sirens wailed. Police arrested the driver. The sidewalk bore the scars. The city’s danger was plain.
According to the New York Post (April 4, 2025), an unlicensed driver reversed into a box truck, then spun onto the sidewalk outside Our World Neighborhood Charter School in Astoria, Queens. The crash injured three: a 7-year-old girl with a broken femur and head injury, a 14-year-old girl with leg injuries, and a 58-year-old man with bruises. The article states, 'Bah was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving and driving without a license.' This incident follows another recent crash involving a suspended license, highlighting recurring risks from unlicensed drivers. The crash underscores the persistent threat cars pose to people on city sidewalks, especially near schools.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Myrtle Avenue Crosswalk▸SUV hit a man crossing Myrtle Avenue. He took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Passengers unhurt. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A 28-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Myrtle Avenue at 69 Place in Queens. He suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The driver and three occupants in the SUV were not injured. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Leg Broken on Vermont Place▸E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
Two cars crashed on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One driver suffered neck pain. Police cite driver inattention. Both vehicles damaged. Shock and injury followed. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV, collided on Jackie Robinson Parkway in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were female and licensed. One driver, age 41, suffered a neck injury and shock. The other driver, age 27, was not physically injured. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. The sedan struck the rear of the SUV. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes seat belt use but does not list it as a contributing factor. Systemic danger remains when distraction goes unchecked.
Ex-Firefighter Charged In Queens Fatal Crash▸A former firefighter sped through a red light in Queens. He struck Justin Diaz’s car at 83 mph. Diaz died a block from home. The driver was drunk, high, and unregistered. The court revoked his bail. Diaz’s family mourns.
ABC7 reported on April 17, 2025, that ex-FDNY firefighter Michael Peña faces manslaughter and DWI charges after a deadly crash in Queens. Prosecutors allege Peña was drunk, high, and speeding at 83 mph—three times the limit—when he ran a red light and T-boned 23-year-old Justin Diaz’s car. Surveillance and body camera footage show Peña admitting to running the light. Five hours after the crash, tests confirmed intoxication by alcohol, marijuana, and cocaine. Peña’s record includes prior arrests and 25 school zone speeding tickets. He also drove an unregistered vehicle with an obstructed plate and tinted windshield. The victim, Diaz, was headed to work and had just graduated college. The case highlights repeated driver violations and systemic failures in enforcement.
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Ex-Firefighter Charged In Queens Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-17
Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Elderly Pedestrian▸A driver struck a 70-year-old woman in a marked Queens crosswalk. She suffered a head injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.
A 70-year-old woman was hit while crossing at 74-17 Grand Ave in Queens. She was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Fairview Ave▸A sedan hit an e-scooter on Fairview Ave in Queens. The scooter rider suffered a head injury. Police cited confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
A sedan traveling south on Fairview Ave collided with an eastbound e-scooter at Bleecker St in Queens. The 38-year-old woman riding the e-scooter was injured, sustaining a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors were cited for the sedan. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the e-scooter rider hurt and the sedan damaged at the right front bumper.
4Sedan Collision on Flushing Ave Injures Three▸A sedan struck on Flushing Ave. Three passengers suffered neck injuries. The crash left whiplash and pain. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
Three passengers were injured in a crash involving a sedan on Flushing Ave near Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was hit on its left side while going straight. Three men, aged 22, 30, and 35, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
SUV Speeding on Cooper Avenue Injures Driver▸SUV struck at unsafe speed on Cooper Avenue. Driver suffered leg fracture and dislocation. Impact hit left front bumper. Streets in Queens saw another injury under the weight of speed.
A station wagon/SUV traveling south on Cooper Avenue crashed while making a left turn. The driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg, according to the police report. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicle's left front bumper took the impact, damaging the center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of speed on city streets.
2SUV and Sedan Strike Boy on Forest Ave▸A speeding SUV and sedan crashed on Forest Ave. A 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a broken leg. A young driver’s shoulder torn. Blood on concrete. Sirens cut the air.
A sedan and an SUV collided at Forest Ave and Stephen St in Queens. According to the police report, a 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a fractured leg. A 23-year-old driver was injured in the shoulder. The crash involved unsafe speed and steering failure as contributing factors. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a primary cause. No evidence blames the victims. The scene left blood on the concrete and sirens in the air.
SUVs Collide at Grove Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Grove Street and 60 Place. One driver suffered a back contusion. Police cite traffic control disregard and failure to yield. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at the intersection of Grove Street and 60 Place in Queens. One driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one SUV and the right rear bumper of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious at the scene.
Motorcycle Slams SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway▸A motorcycle struck an SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man suffered leg injuries. Both vehicles were moving straight. No driver errors listed. The crash left a mark.
A motorcycle and an SUV collided on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man, age 29, was injured in the crash, suffering abrasions and leg injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured man was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The impact hit the SUV's left front bumper and the motorcycle's right side. No further details were provided by police.
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸A driver lost control near a Queens school. The car struck two children and a man. A seven-year-old girl’s leg snapped. Sirens wailed. Police arrested the driver. The sidewalk bore the scars. The city’s danger was plain.
According to the New York Post (April 4, 2025), an unlicensed driver reversed into a box truck, then spun onto the sidewalk outside Our World Neighborhood Charter School in Astoria, Queens. The crash injured three: a 7-year-old girl with a broken femur and head injury, a 14-year-old girl with leg injuries, and a 58-year-old man with bruises. The article states, 'Bah was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving and driving without a license.' This incident follows another recent crash involving a suspended license, highlighting recurring risks from unlicensed drivers. The crash underscores the persistent threat cars pose to people on city sidewalks, especially near schools.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Myrtle Avenue Crosswalk▸SUV hit a man crossing Myrtle Avenue. He took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Passengers unhurt. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A 28-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Myrtle Avenue at 69 Place in Queens. He suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The driver and three occupants in the SUV were not injured. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Leg Broken on Vermont Place▸E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
A former firefighter sped through a red light in Queens. He struck Justin Diaz’s car at 83 mph. Diaz died a block from home. The driver was drunk, high, and unregistered. The court revoked his bail. Diaz’s family mourns.
ABC7 reported on April 17, 2025, that ex-FDNY firefighter Michael Peña faces manslaughter and DWI charges after a deadly crash in Queens. Prosecutors allege Peña was drunk, high, and speeding at 83 mph—three times the limit—when he ran a red light and T-boned 23-year-old Justin Diaz’s car. Surveillance and body camera footage show Peña admitting to running the light. Five hours after the crash, tests confirmed intoxication by alcohol, marijuana, and cocaine. Peña’s record includes prior arrests and 25 school zone speeding tickets. He also drove an unregistered vehicle with an obstructed plate and tinted windshield. The victim, Diaz, was headed to work and had just graduated college. The case highlights repeated driver violations and systemic failures in enforcement.
- Ex-Firefighter Charged In Queens Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-04-17
Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Elderly Pedestrian▸A driver struck a 70-year-old woman in a marked Queens crosswalk. She suffered a head injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.
A 70-year-old woman was hit while crossing at 74-17 Grand Ave in Queens. She was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Fairview Ave▸A sedan hit an e-scooter on Fairview Ave in Queens. The scooter rider suffered a head injury. Police cited confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
A sedan traveling south on Fairview Ave collided with an eastbound e-scooter at Bleecker St in Queens. The 38-year-old woman riding the e-scooter was injured, sustaining a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors were cited for the sedan. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the e-scooter rider hurt and the sedan damaged at the right front bumper.
4Sedan Collision on Flushing Ave Injures Three▸A sedan struck on Flushing Ave. Three passengers suffered neck injuries. The crash left whiplash and pain. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
Three passengers were injured in a crash involving a sedan on Flushing Ave near Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was hit on its left side while going straight. Three men, aged 22, 30, and 35, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
SUV Speeding on Cooper Avenue Injures Driver▸SUV struck at unsafe speed on Cooper Avenue. Driver suffered leg fracture and dislocation. Impact hit left front bumper. Streets in Queens saw another injury under the weight of speed.
A station wagon/SUV traveling south on Cooper Avenue crashed while making a left turn. The driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg, according to the police report. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicle's left front bumper took the impact, damaging the center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of speed on city streets.
2SUV and Sedan Strike Boy on Forest Ave▸A speeding SUV and sedan crashed on Forest Ave. A 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a broken leg. A young driver’s shoulder torn. Blood on concrete. Sirens cut the air.
A sedan and an SUV collided at Forest Ave and Stephen St in Queens. According to the police report, a 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a fractured leg. A 23-year-old driver was injured in the shoulder. The crash involved unsafe speed and steering failure as contributing factors. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a primary cause. No evidence blames the victims. The scene left blood on the concrete and sirens in the air.
SUVs Collide at Grove Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Grove Street and 60 Place. One driver suffered a back contusion. Police cite traffic control disregard and failure to yield. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at the intersection of Grove Street and 60 Place in Queens. One driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one SUV and the right rear bumper of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious at the scene.
Motorcycle Slams SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway▸A motorcycle struck an SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man suffered leg injuries. Both vehicles were moving straight. No driver errors listed. The crash left a mark.
A motorcycle and an SUV collided on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man, age 29, was injured in the crash, suffering abrasions and leg injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured man was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The impact hit the SUV's left front bumper and the motorcycle's right side. No further details were provided by police.
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸A driver lost control near a Queens school. The car struck two children and a man. A seven-year-old girl’s leg snapped. Sirens wailed. Police arrested the driver. The sidewalk bore the scars. The city’s danger was plain.
According to the New York Post (April 4, 2025), an unlicensed driver reversed into a box truck, then spun onto the sidewalk outside Our World Neighborhood Charter School in Astoria, Queens. The crash injured three: a 7-year-old girl with a broken femur and head injury, a 14-year-old girl with leg injuries, and a 58-year-old man with bruises. The article states, 'Bah was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving and driving without a license.' This incident follows another recent crash involving a suspended license, highlighting recurring risks from unlicensed drivers. The crash underscores the persistent threat cars pose to people on city sidewalks, especially near schools.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Myrtle Avenue Crosswalk▸SUV hit a man crossing Myrtle Avenue. He took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Passengers unhurt. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A 28-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Myrtle Avenue at 69 Place in Queens. He suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The driver and three occupants in the SUV were not injured. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Leg Broken on Vermont Place▸E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
A driver struck a 70-year-old woman in a marked Queens crosswalk. She suffered a head injury. Police cite failure to yield. The street remains dangerous for those on foot.
A 70-year-old woman was hit while crossing at 74-17 Grand Ave in Queens. She was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Fairview Ave▸A sedan hit an e-scooter on Fairview Ave in Queens. The scooter rider suffered a head injury. Police cited confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
A sedan traveling south on Fairview Ave collided with an eastbound e-scooter at Bleecker St in Queens. The 38-year-old woman riding the e-scooter was injured, sustaining a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors were cited for the sedan. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the e-scooter rider hurt and the sedan damaged at the right front bumper.
4Sedan Collision on Flushing Ave Injures Three▸A sedan struck on Flushing Ave. Three passengers suffered neck injuries. The crash left whiplash and pain. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
Three passengers were injured in a crash involving a sedan on Flushing Ave near Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was hit on its left side while going straight. Three men, aged 22, 30, and 35, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
SUV Speeding on Cooper Avenue Injures Driver▸SUV struck at unsafe speed on Cooper Avenue. Driver suffered leg fracture and dislocation. Impact hit left front bumper. Streets in Queens saw another injury under the weight of speed.
A station wagon/SUV traveling south on Cooper Avenue crashed while making a left turn. The driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg, according to the police report. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicle's left front bumper took the impact, damaging the center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of speed on city streets.
2SUV and Sedan Strike Boy on Forest Ave▸A speeding SUV and sedan crashed on Forest Ave. A 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a broken leg. A young driver’s shoulder torn. Blood on concrete. Sirens cut the air.
A sedan and an SUV collided at Forest Ave and Stephen St in Queens. According to the police report, a 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a fractured leg. A 23-year-old driver was injured in the shoulder. The crash involved unsafe speed and steering failure as contributing factors. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a primary cause. No evidence blames the victims. The scene left blood on the concrete and sirens in the air.
SUVs Collide at Grove Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Grove Street and 60 Place. One driver suffered a back contusion. Police cite traffic control disregard and failure to yield. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at the intersection of Grove Street and 60 Place in Queens. One driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one SUV and the right rear bumper of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious at the scene.
Motorcycle Slams SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway▸A motorcycle struck an SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man suffered leg injuries. Both vehicles were moving straight. No driver errors listed. The crash left a mark.
A motorcycle and an SUV collided on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man, age 29, was injured in the crash, suffering abrasions and leg injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured man was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The impact hit the SUV's left front bumper and the motorcycle's right side. No further details were provided by police.
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸A driver lost control near a Queens school. The car struck two children and a man. A seven-year-old girl’s leg snapped. Sirens wailed. Police arrested the driver. The sidewalk bore the scars. The city’s danger was plain.
According to the New York Post (April 4, 2025), an unlicensed driver reversed into a box truck, then spun onto the sidewalk outside Our World Neighborhood Charter School in Astoria, Queens. The crash injured three: a 7-year-old girl with a broken femur and head injury, a 14-year-old girl with leg injuries, and a 58-year-old man with bruises. The article states, 'Bah was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving and driving without a license.' This incident follows another recent crash involving a suspended license, highlighting recurring risks from unlicensed drivers. The crash underscores the persistent threat cars pose to people on city sidewalks, especially near schools.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Myrtle Avenue Crosswalk▸SUV hit a man crossing Myrtle Avenue. He took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Passengers unhurt. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A 28-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Myrtle Avenue at 69 Place in Queens. He suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The driver and three occupants in the SUV were not injured. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Leg Broken on Vermont Place▸E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
A sedan hit an e-scooter on Fairview Ave in Queens. The scooter rider suffered a head injury. Police cited confusion as a factor. Metal met flesh. The street stayed hard.
A sedan traveling south on Fairview Ave collided with an eastbound e-scooter at Bleecker St in Queens. The 38-year-old woman riding the e-scooter was injured, sustaining a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' was listed as a contributing factor. No driver errors were cited for the sedan. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash left the e-scooter rider hurt and the sedan damaged at the right front bumper.
4Sedan Collision on Flushing Ave Injures Three▸A sedan struck on Flushing Ave. Three passengers suffered neck injuries. The crash left whiplash and pain. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
Three passengers were injured in a crash involving a sedan on Flushing Ave near Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was hit on its left side while going straight. Three men, aged 22, 30, and 35, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
SUV Speeding on Cooper Avenue Injures Driver▸SUV struck at unsafe speed on Cooper Avenue. Driver suffered leg fracture and dislocation. Impact hit left front bumper. Streets in Queens saw another injury under the weight of speed.
A station wagon/SUV traveling south on Cooper Avenue crashed while making a left turn. The driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg, according to the police report. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicle's left front bumper took the impact, damaging the center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of speed on city streets.
2SUV and Sedan Strike Boy on Forest Ave▸A speeding SUV and sedan crashed on Forest Ave. A 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a broken leg. A young driver’s shoulder torn. Blood on concrete. Sirens cut the air.
A sedan and an SUV collided at Forest Ave and Stephen St in Queens. According to the police report, a 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a fractured leg. A 23-year-old driver was injured in the shoulder. The crash involved unsafe speed and steering failure as contributing factors. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a primary cause. No evidence blames the victims. The scene left blood on the concrete and sirens in the air.
SUVs Collide at Grove Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Grove Street and 60 Place. One driver suffered a back contusion. Police cite traffic control disregard and failure to yield. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at the intersection of Grove Street and 60 Place in Queens. One driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one SUV and the right rear bumper of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious at the scene.
Motorcycle Slams SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway▸A motorcycle struck an SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man suffered leg injuries. Both vehicles were moving straight. No driver errors listed. The crash left a mark.
A motorcycle and an SUV collided on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man, age 29, was injured in the crash, suffering abrasions and leg injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured man was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The impact hit the SUV's left front bumper and the motorcycle's right side. No further details were provided by police.
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸A driver lost control near a Queens school. The car struck two children and a man. A seven-year-old girl’s leg snapped. Sirens wailed. Police arrested the driver. The sidewalk bore the scars. The city’s danger was plain.
According to the New York Post (April 4, 2025), an unlicensed driver reversed into a box truck, then spun onto the sidewalk outside Our World Neighborhood Charter School in Astoria, Queens. The crash injured three: a 7-year-old girl with a broken femur and head injury, a 14-year-old girl with leg injuries, and a 58-year-old man with bruises. The article states, 'Bah was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving and driving without a license.' This incident follows another recent crash involving a suspended license, highlighting recurring risks from unlicensed drivers. The crash underscores the persistent threat cars pose to people on city sidewalks, especially near schools.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Myrtle Avenue Crosswalk▸SUV hit a man crossing Myrtle Avenue. He took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Passengers unhurt. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A 28-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Myrtle Avenue at 69 Place in Queens. He suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The driver and three occupants in the SUV were not injured. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Leg Broken on Vermont Place▸E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
A sedan struck on Flushing Ave. Three passengers suffered neck injuries. The crash left whiplash and pain. Police list no clear cause. Streets stay dangerous.
Three passengers were injured in a crash involving a sedan on Flushing Ave near Metropolitan Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was hit on its left side while going straight. Three men, aged 22, 30, and 35, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are identified in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report. The crash highlights the ongoing risk for vehicle occupants on city streets.
SUV Speeding on Cooper Avenue Injures Driver▸SUV struck at unsafe speed on Cooper Avenue. Driver suffered leg fracture and dislocation. Impact hit left front bumper. Streets in Queens saw another injury under the weight of speed.
A station wagon/SUV traveling south on Cooper Avenue crashed while making a left turn. The driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg, according to the police report. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicle's left front bumper took the impact, damaging the center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of speed on city streets.
2SUV and Sedan Strike Boy on Forest Ave▸A speeding SUV and sedan crashed on Forest Ave. A 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a broken leg. A young driver’s shoulder torn. Blood on concrete. Sirens cut the air.
A sedan and an SUV collided at Forest Ave and Stephen St in Queens. According to the police report, a 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a fractured leg. A 23-year-old driver was injured in the shoulder. The crash involved unsafe speed and steering failure as contributing factors. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a primary cause. No evidence blames the victims. The scene left blood on the concrete and sirens in the air.
SUVs Collide at Grove Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Grove Street and 60 Place. One driver suffered a back contusion. Police cite traffic control disregard and failure to yield. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at the intersection of Grove Street and 60 Place in Queens. One driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one SUV and the right rear bumper of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious at the scene.
Motorcycle Slams SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway▸A motorcycle struck an SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man suffered leg injuries. Both vehicles were moving straight. No driver errors listed. The crash left a mark.
A motorcycle and an SUV collided on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man, age 29, was injured in the crash, suffering abrasions and leg injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured man was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The impact hit the SUV's left front bumper and the motorcycle's right side. No further details were provided by police.
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸A driver lost control near a Queens school. The car struck two children and a man. A seven-year-old girl’s leg snapped. Sirens wailed. Police arrested the driver. The sidewalk bore the scars. The city’s danger was plain.
According to the New York Post (April 4, 2025), an unlicensed driver reversed into a box truck, then spun onto the sidewalk outside Our World Neighborhood Charter School in Astoria, Queens. The crash injured three: a 7-year-old girl with a broken femur and head injury, a 14-year-old girl with leg injuries, and a 58-year-old man with bruises. The article states, 'Bah was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving and driving without a license.' This incident follows another recent crash involving a suspended license, highlighting recurring risks from unlicensed drivers. The crash underscores the persistent threat cars pose to people on city sidewalks, especially near schools.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Myrtle Avenue Crosswalk▸SUV hit a man crossing Myrtle Avenue. He took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Passengers unhurt. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A 28-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Myrtle Avenue at 69 Place in Queens. He suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The driver and three occupants in the SUV were not injured. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Leg Broken on Vermont Place▸E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
SUV struck at unsafe speed on Cooper Avenue. Driver suffered leg fracture and dislocation. Impact hit left front bumper. Streets in Queens saw another injury under the weight of speed.
A station wagon/SUV traveling south on Cooper Avenue crashed while making a left turn. The driver, a 30-year-old woman, suffered a fractured and dislocated lower leg, according to the police report. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The vehicle's left front bumper took the impact, damaging the center front end. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash highlights the danger of speed on city streets.
2SUV and Sedan Strike Boy on Forest Ave▸A speeding SUV and sedan crashed on Forest Ave. A 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a broken leg. A young driver’s shoulder torn. Blood on concrete. Sirens cut the air.
A sedan and an SUV collided at Forest Ave and Stephen St in Queens. According to the police report, a 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a fractured leg. A 23-year-old driver was injured in the shoulder. The crash involved unsafe speed and steering failure as contributing factors. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a primary cause. No evidence blames the victims. The scene left blood on the concrete and sirens in the air.
SUVs Collide at Grove Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Grove Street and 60 Place. One driver suffered a back contusion. Police cite traffic control disregard and failure to yield. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at the intersection of Grove Street and 60 Place in Queens. One driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one SUV and the right rear bumper of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious at the scene.
Motorcycle Slams SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway▸A motorcycle struck an SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man suffered leg injuries. Both vehicles were moving straight. No driver errors listed. The crash left a mark.
A motorcycle and an SUV collided on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man, age 29, was injured in the crash, suffering abrasions and leg injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured man was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The impact hit the SUV's left front bumper and the motorcycle's right side. No further details were provided by police.
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸A driver lost control near a Queens school. The car struck two children and a man. A seven-year-old girl’s leg snapped. Sirens wailed. Police arrested the driver. The sidewalk bore the scars. The city’s danger was plain.
According to the New York Post (April 4, 2025), an unlicensed driver reversed into a box truck, then spun onto the sidewalk outside Our World Neighborhood Charter School in Astoria, Queens. The crash injured three: a 7-year-old girl with a broken femur and head injury, a 14-year-old girl with leg injuries, and a 58-year-old man with bruises. The article states, 'Bah was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving and driving without a license.' This incident follows another recent crash involving a suspended license, highlighting recurring risks from unlicensed drivers. The crash underscores the persistent threat cars pose to people on city sidewalks, especially near schools.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Myrtle Avenue Crosswalk▸SUV hit a man crossing Myrtle Avenue. He took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Passengers unhurt. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A 28-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Myrtle Avenue at 69 Place in Queens. He suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The driver and three occupants in the SUV were not injured. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Leg Broken on Vermont Place▸E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
A speeding SUV and sedan crashed on Forest Ave. A 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a broken leg. A young driver’s shoulder torn. Blood on concrete. Sirens cut the air.
A sedan and an SUV collided at Forest Ave and Stephen St in Queens. According to the police report, a 14-year-old boy, not in the roadway, suffered a fractured leg. A 23-year-old driver was injured in the shoulder. The crash involved unsafe speed and steering failure as contributing factors. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as a primary cause. No evidence blames the victims. The scene left blood on the concrete and sirens in the air.
SUVs Collide at Grove Street, Driver Injured▸Two SUVs crashed at Grove Street and 60 Place. One driver suffered a back contusion. Police cite traffic control disregard and failure to yield. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at the intersection of Grove Street and 60 Place in Queens. One driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one SUV and the right rear bumper of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious at the scene.
Motorcycle Slams SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway▸A motorcycle struck an SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man suffered leg injuries. Both vehicles were moving straight. No driver errors listed. The crash left a mark.
A motorcycle and an SUV collided on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man, age 29, was injured in the crash, suffering abrasions and leg injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured man was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The impact hit the SUV's left front bumper and the motorcycle's right side. No further details were provided by police.
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸A driver lost control near a Queens school. The car struck two children and a man. A seven-year-old girl’s leg snapped. Sirens wailed. Police arrested the driver. The sidewalk bore the scars. The city’s danger was plain.
According to the New York Post (April 4, 2025), an unlicensed driver reversed into a box truck, then spun onto the sidewalk outside Our World Neighborhood Charter School in Astoria, Queens. The crash injured three: a 7-year-old girl with a broken femur and head injury, a 14-year-old girl with leg injuries, and a 58-year-old man with bruises. The article states, 'Bah was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving and driving without a license.' This incident follows another recent crash involving a suspended license, highlighting recurring risks from unlicensed drivers. The crash underscores the persistent threat cars pose to people on city sidewalks, especially near schools.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Myrtle Avenue Crosswalk▸SUV hit a man crossing Myrtle Avenue. He took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Passengers unhurt. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A 28-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Myrtle Avenue at 69 Place in Queens. He suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The driver and three occupants in the SUV were not injured. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Leg Broken on Vermont Place▸E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
Two SUVs crashed at Grove Street and 60 Place. One driver suffered a back contusion. Police cite traffic control disregard and failure to yield. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.
Two sport utility vehicles collided at the intersection of Grove Street and 60 Place in Queens. One driver, a 53-year-old woman, was injured with a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The impact damaged the right front bumper of one SUV and the right rear bumper of the other. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver was conscious at the scene.
Motorcycle Slams SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway▸A motorcycle struck an SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man suffered leg injuries. Both vehicles were moving straight. No driver errors listed. The crash left a mark.
A motorcycle and an SUV collided on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man, age 29, was injured in the crash, suffering abrasions and leg injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured man was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The impact hit the SUV's left front bumper and the motorcycle's right side. No further details were provided by police.
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸A driver lost control near a Queens school. The car struck two children and a man. A seven-year-old girl’s leg snapped. Sirens wailed. Police arrested the driver. The sidewalk bore the scars. The city’s danger was plain.
According to the New York Post (April 4, 2025), an unlicensed driver reversed into a box truck, then spun onto the sidewalk outside Our World Neighborhood Charter School in Astoria, Queens. The crash injured three: a 7-year-old girl with a broken femur and head injury, a 14-year-old girl with leg injuries, and a 58-year-old man with bruises. The article states, 'Bah was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving and driving without a license.' This incident follows another recent crash involving a suspended license, highlighting recurring risks from unlicensed drivers. The crash underscores the persistent threat cars pose to people on city sidewalks, especially near schools.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Myrtle Avenue Crosswalk▸SUV hit a man crossing Myrtle Avenue. He took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Passengers unhurt. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A 28-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Myrtle Avenue at 69 Place in Queens. He suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The driver and three occupants in the SUV were not injured. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Leg Broken on Vermont Place▸E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
A motorcycle struck an SUV on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man suffered leg injuries. Both vehicles were moving straight. No driver errors listed. The crash left a mark.
A motorcycle and an SUV collided on Jackie Robinson Parkway. One man, age 29, was injured in the crash, suffering abrasions and leg injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were going straight ahead. No specific driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The injured man was wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. The impact hit the SUV's left front bumper and the motorcycle's right side. No further details were provided by police.
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸A driver lost control near a Queens school. The car struck two children and a man. A seven-year-old girl’s leg snapped. Sirens wailed. Police arrested the driver. The sidewalk bore the scars. The city’s danger was plain.
According to the New York Post (April 4, 2025), an unlicensed driver reversed into a box truck, then spun onto the sidewalk outside Our World Neighborhood Charter School in Astoria, Queens. The crash injured three: a 7-year-old girl with a broken femur and head injury, a 14-year-old girl with leg injuries, and a 58-year-old man with bruises. The article states, 'Bah was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving and driving without a license.' This incident follows another recent crash involving a suspended license, highlighting recurring risks from unlicensed drivers. The crash underscores the persistent threat cars pose to people on city sidewalks, especially near schools.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Myrtle Avenue Crosswalk▸SUV hit a man crossing Myrtle Avenue. He took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Passengers unhurt. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A 28-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Myrtle Avenue at 69 Place in Queens. He suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The driver and three occupants in the SUV were not injured. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Leg Broken on Vermont Place▸E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
- Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-05
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸A driver lost control near a Queens school. The car struck two children and a man. A seven-year-old girl’s leg snapped. Sirens wailed. Police arrested the driver. The sidewalk bore the scars. The city’s danger was plain.
According to the New York Post (April 4, 2025), an unlicensed driver reversed into a box truck, then spun onto the sidewalk outside Our World Neighborhood Charter School in Astoria, Queens. The crash injured three: a 7-year-old girl with a broken femur and head injury, a 14-year-old girl with leg injuries, and a 58-year-old man with bruises. The article states, 'Bah was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving and driving without a license.' This incident follows another recent crash involving a suspended license, highlighting recurring risks from unlicensed drivers. The crash underscores the persistent threat cars pose to people on city sidewalks, especially near schools.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Myrtle Avenue Crosswalk▸SUV hit a man crossing Myrtle Avenue. He took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Passengers unhurt. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A 28-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Myrtle Avenue at 69 Place in Queens. He suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The driver and three occupants in the SUV were not injured. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Leg Broken on Vermont Place▸E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
A driver lost control near a Queens school. The car struck two children and a man. A seven-year-old girl’s leg snapped. Sirens wailed. Police arrested the driver. The sidewalk bore the scars. The city’s danger was plain.
According to the New York Post (April 4, 2025), an unlicensed driver reversed into a box truck, then spun onto the sidewalk outside Our World Neighborhood Charter School in Astoria, Queens. The crash injured three: a 7-year-old girl with a broken femur and head injury, a 14-year-old girl with leg injuries, and a 58-year-old man with bruises. The article states, 'Bah was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving and driving without a license.' This incident follows another recent crash involving a suspended license, highlighting recurring risks from unlicensed drivers. The crash underscores the persistent threat cars pose to people on city sidewalks, especially near schools.
- Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School, New York Post, Published 2025-04-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Myrtle Avenue Crosswalk▸SUV hit a man crossing Myrtle Avenue. He took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Passengers unhurt. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A 28-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Myrtle Avenue at 69 Place in Queens. He suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The driver and three occupants in the SUV were not injured. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Leg Broken on Vermont Place▸E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
SUV hit a man crossing Myrtle Avenue. He took a blow to the head. Police cite driver inattention. Passengers unhurt. The street stayed busy. The danger was clear.
A 28-year-old man was struck by an SUV while crossing Myrtle Avenue at 69 Place in Queens. He suffered a head injury and a contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The driver and three occupants in the SUV were not injured. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Leg Broken on Vermont Place▸E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
- E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-03
E-Bike Rider Ejected, Leg Broken on Vermont Place▸E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
E-bike slammed left front, rider thrown, leg shattered. Police cite reaction to another vehicle. Helmet worn. Streets in Queens run red again.
A 45-year-old e-bike rider was ejected and suffered a fractured leg after a crash on Vermont Place near Cypress Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle.' The e-bike struck with its left front bumper. The rider was conscious but injured, with a dislocated and broken lower leg. Police noted the use of a helmet. No other injuries were reported. The report highlights the danger when drivers react suddenly to other vehicles, putting vulnerable road users at risk.
E-Bike Rider Thrown After Striking Parked Sedan▸A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
A 58-year-old man on an e-bike slammed into a parked sedan on 80th Street. He flew from his seat, arm crushed against steel. Blood marked the door. The helmet offered no shield. The street stayed quiet, danger lingering.
According to the police report, a 58-year-old man riding an e-bike was traveling north on 80th Street near 67th Drive in Queens when he struck the left side doors of a parked sedan. The impact ejected the rider, who suffered crush injuries to his arm. The report states the contributing factor as 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' The sedan was unoccupied and legally parked at the time of the crash. The e-bike rider was wearing a helmet, but the report notes that it did not prevent injury. The sequence of events underscores the persistent danger posed by inattentive operation, even in the absence of moving vehicles. The police report makes no mention of any errors or contributing behaviors by the injured e-bike rider beyond the cited inattention.
Sedan Strikes E-Scooter on Woodhaven Blvd▸A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
A sedan collided with an e-scooter on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, suffered knee and lower leg abrasions. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield as key factors in the crash.
At 12:58 PM on Woodhaven Boulevard in Queens, a sedan traveling straight struck an e-scooter also moving straight southbound, according to the police report. The e-scooter driver, a 49-year-old man, sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors attributed to the sedan driver. The sedan's center front end impacted the e-scooter's center back end, causing injury to the vulnerable road user. No victim behaviors such as helmet use or crossing signals were noted as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver distraction and failure to yield in collisions involving motorized scooters.
2Multi-Vehicle Crash on Long Island Expressway▸Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
Three vehicles collided head-on and rear-end on the Long Island Expressway. Two occupants suffered whiplash and upper arm injuries. Unsafe speed by at least one driver was cited as a contributing factor. Both injured parties were conscious and restrained.
According to the police report, a collision involving a sedan and two SUVs occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 12:33 AM. The sedan, traveling east, struck the center front end of an SUV, which sustained damage to its left front bumper. Another SUV was impacted at its left rear bumper. Two occupants in the sedan—a 40-year-old male driver and a 41-year-old female front passenger—were injured, suffering whiplash and upper arm injuries. Both were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report explicitly cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor for both injured occupants, indicating driver error as a key cause. There is no mention of victim fault or contributing victim behavior. The crash highlights the dangers of excessive speed on high-speed roadways.
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash▸A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
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Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.
NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.
- Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-28
Queens SUVs Collide During U-Turn on Forest Ave▸Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
Two SUVs collided on Forest Avenue in Queens when one driver made a U-turn and failed to yield right-of-way. The female driver with a permit was injured, suffering pain and shock. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage in the crash.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 6:40 AM on Forest Avenue in Queens. A male driver in a 2018 Toyota SUV was making a U-turn when he failed to yield right-of-way, colliding with a northbound 2019 Alfa SUV driven by a female with a learner's permit. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of the Toyota and the right front bumper of the Alfa. The female driver was injured, reporting pain and nausea and experiencing shock. She was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. Both vehicles had a single occupant and sustained front-end damage.
Driver Loses Consciousness, Slams Into Parked SUV▸SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.
SUV driver blacked out on Forest Ave. His vehicle struck parked and moving cars. He was injured, found incoherent. Police cite loss of consciousness and other vehicular factors. System failed to protect all on the street.
According to the police report, a 42-year-old man driving a Chevrolet SUV north on Forest Ave lost consciousness and crashed. His SUV hit a parked Ford SUV and collided with a moving Audi SUV and a Mercedes sedan. The driver was injured and incoherent at the scene. Police list 'Lost Consciousness' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The crash damaged the left side doors of the parked SUV and the right front bumpers of the other vehicles. No victim actions contributed, per the report. The primary driver error was incapacitation behind the wheel, which triggered the multi-vehicle collision.