Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 106?
Another Day, Another Body: Demand Action on Precinct 106’s Killing Streets
Precinct 106: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025
The Numbers Don’t Lie
Fourteen dead. Forty seriously hurt. That’s the toll in Precinct 106 since 2022. The bodies are not numbers. They are neighbors, children, elders. In the last twelve months alone, seven people died and 16 suffered injuries so grave they may never walk the same. Crashes are not rare here. They are routine.
The Latest Crashes: No End in Sight
On July 5th, a BMW lost control on the Belt Parkway. The car hit the median, went airborne, and slammed into two other vehicles. Two people died. Three more were thrown from the car and left broken on the asphalt. The NYPD said, “Thompson later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead, police said.” amny. The investigation is ongoing. The road is unchanged.
Just weeks before, a 25-year-old moped rider was killed at 121st Street and 149th Avenue. He was ejected and crushed. No one has been charged. The street is the same.
Who Bears the Risk?
Most victims are not behind the wheel. Pedestrians and cyclists take the brunt. Cars and SUVs caused the most harm: three deaths, over 350 injuries. Trucks and buses killed one, hurt 20 more. Motorcycles and mopeds killed one, left others bleeding. Even bikes are not blameless, but their toll is a drop in the flood.
What Has Been Done? What Hasn’t?
Local leaders talk safety. The carnage continues. The city has new powers to lower speed limits. Cameras catch speeders day and night. But the streets in Precinct 106 are still killing fields. Police have the tools: they can ticket speeders, crack down on reckless drivers, target crash hotspots. They just need to act.
A survivor said, “I have a baby with me. That would be scary. I’ll be more cautious of my surroundings.” CBS New York. But caution is not enough. The danger is built into the street.
Call to Action: Demand More Than Words
This is not fate. It is policy. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand enforcement. Demand safer streets. Every day of delay is another family shattered.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ Where does Precinct 106 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in Precinct 106?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 106?
▸ What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
▸ Are crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Bus Jumps Curb, Eight Injured In Flushing, ABC7, Published 2025-07-11
- Chain-Reaction Crash Kills Two On Belt Parkway, amny, Published 2025-07-10
- MTA Bus Slams Curb, Injures Seven, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825307 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-17
- E-Bike Rider Killed In Police Chase, New York Post, Published 2025-07-13
- Eight Injured As MTA Bus Hits Pole, CBS New York, Published 2025-07-11
Other Representatives
District 23
159-53 102nd St., Howard Beach, NY 11414
Room 839, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 32
114-12 Beach Channel Drive, Suite 1, Rockaway Park, NY 11694
718-318-6411
250 Broadway, Suite 1550, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7382
District 10
142-01 Rockaway Blvd., South Ozone Park, NY 11436
Room 711, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 106 Police Precinct 106 sits in Queens, District 32, AD 23, SD 10.
It contains Queens CB10, South Ozone Park, Ozone Park, Howard Beach-Lindenwood, Spring Creek Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 106
Tesla Strikes Teen Cyclist on Liberty Avenue▸A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
Taxi and Sedan Collide on Sutter Avenue▸Taxi and sedan slammed together on Sutter Avenue. Two drivers and two passengers hurt. Failure to yield cut through the night. Metal twisted. Whiplash. Sirens followed.
A taxi and a sedan crashed at Sutter Avenue and 125th Street in Queens. Two drivers and two passengers were injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data shows driver error at the heart of the collision.
Sedan Runs Light, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸A sedan hit a 19-year-old e-bike rider on 111 Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. Five sedan occupants were involved.
A sedan traveling south on 121 St collided with a 19-year-old e-bike rider heading east on 111 Ave in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Five people were in the sedan, including three children and two adults. All sedan occupants had unspecified injuries. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for all involved. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist.
2Defective Brakes Cause SUV Collision on 91st Street▸SUV slammed into parked car on 91st. Brakes failed. Two women hurt. One suffered chest bruises, another fractured her hip. Metal twisted. Danger clear. System failed them.
A collision on 91st Street at 162 Avenue in Queens left two women injured. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck a parked SUV after its brakes failed. The 70-year-old driver suffered a fractured hip. Her 60-year-old passenger sustained chest contusions. The crash report lists 'Brakes Defective' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact was severe enough to injure both occupants. Systemic danger persists when vehicles fail and streets offer no margin for error.
Bus Speeding on Cross Bay Injures Passenger▸A bus sped down Cross Bay. A 68-year-old man in the rear seat took the blow. He left with a bruised back. Unsafe speed marked the crash. The street stayed silent.
A bus traveling south on Cross Bay Boulevard at 157 Avenue in Queens injured a 68-year-old male passenger, who suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved a bus with three occupants and was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The injured passenger was seated in the middle rear seat and wore a harness. No other injuries were specified. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, highlighting driver error as the cause of the incident.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 103 Avenue▸Two cars crashed at 103 Avenue and 112 Street. Both drivers hurt. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles, a station wagon/SUV and a sedan, collided at 103 Avenue and 112 Street in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 45 and 40, were injured. One suffered pain across his body; the other had a bruised arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system allowed distraction and rule-breaking to end in harm.
Defective Brakes Cause Head Injuries on North Conduit▸Sedan slammed into parked cars on North Conduit. Two men hurt, both struck in the head. Police cite defective brakes. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the mark.
A sedan collided with parked vehicles on North Conduit Avenue at Cross Bay Boulevard in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 67 and 17, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' and 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. Both the sedan and an SUV were parked when struck. The 67-year-old driver and 17-year-old passenger were conscious but injured. The report lists no errors by the injured parties. The crash underscores the danger of mechanical failure on city streets.
2SUVs Collide on Shore Parkway, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Shore Parkway. An 18-year-old driver and a 45-year-old passenger suffered injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Impact was hard. System failed the vulnerable inside.
Two station wagons collided on Shore Parkway at 156 Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female passenger were injured, with shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling in opposite directions, one going straight, the other making a left turn. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the risks faced by passengers and drivers when inexperience meets heavy traffic.
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
A Tesla hit a 13-year-old cyclist on Liberty Avenue. The boy was ejected, hurt in the chest, and left with abrasions. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed busy. The danger was real.
A 13-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a Tesla on Liberty Avenue at Lefferts Boulevard in Queens. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered chest injuries and abrasions. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The boy was wearing a helmet. The crash left the cyclist conscious but injured, underscoring the risk faced by young riders on city streets.
Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
Taxi and Sedan Collide on Sutter Avenue▸Taxi and sedan slammed together on Sutter Avenue. Two drivers and two passengers hurt. Failure to yield cut through the night. Metal twisted. Whiplash. Sirens followed.
A taxi and a sedan crashed at Sutter Avenue and 125th Street in Queens. Two drivers and two passengers were injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data shows driver error at the heart of the collision.
Sedan Runs Light, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸A sedan hit a 19-year-old e-bike rider on 111 Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. Five sedan occupants were involved.
A sedan traveling south on 121 St collided with a 19-year-old e-bike rider heading east on 111 Ave in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Five people were in the sedan, including three children and two adults. All sedan occupants had unspecified injuries. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for all involved. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist.
2Defective Brakes Cause SUV Collision on 91st Street▸SUV slammed into parked car on 91st. Brakes failed. Two women hurt. One suffered chest bruises, another fractured her hip. Metal twisted. Danger clear. System failed them.
A collision on 91st Street at 162 Avenue in Queens left two women injured. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck a parked SUV after its brakes failed. The 70-year-old driver suffered a fractured hip. Her 60-year-old passenger sustained chest contusions. The crash report lists 'Brakes Defective' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact was severe enough to injure both occupants. Systemic danger persists when vehicles fail and streets offer no margin for error.
Bus Speeding on Cross Bay Injures Passenger▸A bus sped down Cross Bay. A 68-year-old man in the rear seat took the blow. He left with a bruised back. Unsafe speed marked the crash. The street stayed silent.
A bus traveling south on Cross Bay Boulevard at 157 Avenue in Queens injured a 68-year-old male passenger, who suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved a bus with three occupants and was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The injured passenger was seated in the middle rear seat and wore a harness. No other injuries were specified. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, highlighting driver error as the cause of the incident.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 103 Avenue▸Two cars crashed at 103 Avenue and 112 Street. Both drivers hurt. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles, a station wagon/SUV and a sedan, collided at 103 Avenue and 112 Street in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 45 and 40, were injured. One suffered pain across his body; the other had a bruised arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system allowed distraction and rule-breaking to end in harm.
Defective Brakes Cause Head Injuries on North Conduit▸Sedan slammed into parked cars on North Conduit. Two men hurt, both struck in the head. Police cite defective brakes. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the mark.
A sedan collided with parked vehicles on North Conduit Avenue at Cross Bay Boulevard in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 67 and 17, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' and 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. Both the sedan and an SUV were parked when struck. The 67-year-old driver and 17-year-old passenger were conscious but injured. The report lists no errors by the injured parties. The crash underscores the danger of mechanical failure on city streets.
2SUVs Collide on Shore Parkway, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Shore Parkway. An 18-year-old driver and a 45-year-old passenger suffered injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Impact was hard. System failed the vulnerable inside.
Two station wagons collided on Shore Parkway at 156 Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female passenger were injured, with shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling in opposite directions, one going straight, the other making a left turn. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the risks faced by passengers and drivers when inexperience meets heavy traffic.
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
A car turning left on Lefferts Blvd hit a 78-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She suffered arm abrasions. Police cite failure to yield and obstructed view. The street stayed dangerous.
A 78-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing Lefferts Blvd at 135 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn when he failed to yield the right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian who was crossing with the signal. The woman suffered abrasions to her arm but remained conscious. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'View Obstructed/Limited' as contributing factors. No injuries were reported for the driver or passenger. The report highlights driver error as the primary cause.
Distracted SUV and Truck Crash Injures Passenger▸A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
Taxi and Sedan Collide on Sutter Avenue▸Taxi and sedan slammed together on Sutter Avenue. Two drivers and two passengers hurt. Failure to yield cut through the night. Metal twisted. Whiplash. Sirens followed.
A taxi and a sedan crashed at Sutter Avenue and 125th Street in Queens. Two drivers and two passengers were injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data shows driver error at the heart of the collision.
Sedan Runs Light, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸A sedan hit a 19-year-old e-bike rider on 111 Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. Five sedan occupants were involved.
A sedan traveling south on 121 St collided with a 19-year-old e-bike rider heading east on 111 Ave in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Five people were in the sedan, including three children and two adults. All sedan occupants had unspecified injuries. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for all involved. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist.
2Defective Brakes Cause SUV Collision on 91st Street▸SUV slammed into parked car on 91st. Brakes failed. Two women hurt. One suffered chest bruises, another fractured her hip. Metal twisted. Danger clear. System failed them.
A collision on 91st Street at 162 Avenue in Queens left two women injured. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck a parked SUV after its brakes failed. The 70-year-old driver suffered a fractured hip. Her 60-year-old passenger sustained chest contusions. The crash report lists 'Brakes Defective' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact was severe enough to injure both occupants. Systemic danger persists when vehicles fail and streets offer no margin for error.
Bus Speeding on Cross Bay Injures Passenger▸A bus sped down Cross Bay. A 68-year-old man in the rear seat took the blow. He left with a bruised back. Unsafe speed marked the crash. The street stayed silent.
A bus traveling south on Cross Bay Boulevard at 157 Avenue in Queens injured a 68-year-old male passenger, who suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved a bus with three occupants and was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The injured passenger was seated in the middle rear seat and wore a harness. No other injuries were specified. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, highlighting driver error as the cause of the incident.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 103 Avenue▸Two cars crashed at 103 Avenue and 112 Street. Both drivers hurt. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles, a station wagon/SUV and a sedan, collided at 103 Avenue and 112 Street in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 45 and 40, were injured. One suffered pain across his body; the other had a bruised arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system allowed distraction and rule-breaking to end in harm.
Defective Brakes Cause Head Injuries on North Conduit▸Sedan slammed into parked cars on North Conduit. Two men hurt, both struck in the head. Police cite defective brakes. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the mark.
A sedan collided with parked vehicles on North Conduit Avenue at Cross Bay Boulevard in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 67 and 17, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' and 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. Both the sedan and an SUV were parked when struck. The 67-year-old driver and 17-year-old passenger were conscious but injured. The report lists no errors by the injured parties. The crash underscores the danger of mechanical failure on city streets.
2SUVs Collide on Shore Parkway, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Shore Parkway. An 18-year-old driver and a 45-year-old passenger suffered injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Impact was hard. System failed the vulnerable inside.
Two station wagons collided on Shore Parkway at 156 Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female passenger were injured, with shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling in opposite directions, one going straight, the other making a left turn. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the risks faced by passengers and drivers when inexperience meets heavy traffic.
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
A box truck and SUV collided on Linden Blvd. Driver inattention and improper lane use. One passenger suffered neck injury. Five others hurt. Metal and glass. Sirens in the night.
A collision between a box truck and an SUV on Linden Blvd in Queens left one passenger, a 63-year-old man, with a neck injury. Five others were also hurt. According to the police report, both 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' were listed as contributing factors. The crash involved both vehicles traveling east. The injured passenger was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report does not mention any pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The impact was severe enough to cause whiplash and unspecified injuries among the occupants.
Taxi and Sedan Collide on Sutter Avenue▸Taxi and sedan slammed together on Sutter Avenue. Two drivers and two passengers hurt. Failure to yield cut through the night. Metal twisted. Whiplash. Sirens followed.
A taxi and a sedan crashed at Sutter Avenue and 125th Street in Queens. Two drivers and two passengers were injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data shows driver error at the heart of the collision.
Sedan Runs Light, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸A sedan hit a 19-year-old e-bike rider on 111 Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. Five sedan occupants were involved.
A sedan traveling south on 121 St collided with a 19-year-old e-bike rider heading east on 111 Ave in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Five people were in the sedan, including three children and two adults. All sedan occupants had unspecified injuries. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for all involved. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist.
2Defective Brakes Cause SUV Collision on 91st Street▸SUV slammed into parked car on 91st. Brakes failed. Two women hurt. One suffered chest bruises, another fractured her hip. Metal twisted. Danger clear. System failed them.
A collision on 91st Street at 162 Avenue in Queens left two women injured. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck a parked SUV after its brakes failed. The 70-year-old driver suffered a fractured hip. Her 60-year-old passenger sustained chest contusions. The crash report lists 'Brakes Defective' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact was severe enough to injure both occupants. Systemic danger persists when vehicles fail and streets offer no margin for error.
Bus Speeding on Cross Bay Injures Passenger▸A bus sped down Cross Bay. A 68-year-old man in the rear seat took the blow. He left with a bruised back. Unsafe speed marked the crash. The street stayed silent.
A bus traveling south on Cross Bay Boulevard at 157 Avenue in Queens injured a 68-year-old male passenger, who suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved a bus with three occupants and was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The injured passenger was seated in the middle rear seat and wore a harness. No other injuries were specified. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, highlighting driver error as the cause of the incident.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 103 Avenue▸Two cars crashed at 103 Avenue and 112 Street. Both drivers hurt. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles, a station wagon/SUV and a sedan, collided at 103 Avenue and 112 Street in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 45 and 40, were injured. One suffered pain across his body; the other had a bruised arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system allowed distraction and rule-breaking to end in harm.
Defective Brakes Cause Head Injuries on North Conduit▸Sedan slammed into parked cars on North Conduit. Two men hurt, both struck in the head. Police cite defective brakes. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the mark.
A sedan collided with parked vehicles on North Conduit Avenue at Cross Bay Boulevard in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 67 and 17, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' and 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. Both the sedan and an SUV were parked when struck. The 67-year-old driver and 17-year-old passenger were conscious but injured. The report lists no errors by the injured parties. The crash underscores the danger of mechanical failure on city streets.
2SUVs Collide on Shore Parkway, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Shore Parkway. An 18-year-old driver and a 45-year-old passenger suffered injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Impact was hard. System failed the vulnerable inside.
Two station wagons collided on Shore Parkway at 156 Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female passenger were injured, with shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling in opposite directions, one going straight, the other making a left turn. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the risks faced by passengers and drivers when inexperience meets heavy traffic.
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Taxi and sedan slammed together on Sutter Avenue. Two drivers and two passengers hurt. Failure to yield cut through the night. Metal twisted. Whiplash. Sirens followed.
A taxi and a sedan crashed at Sutter Avenue and 125th Street in Queens. Two drivers and two passengers were injured. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' One driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles took heavy front-end damage. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The data shows driver error at the heart of the collision.
Sedan Runs Light, Strikes E-Bike Rider▸A sedan hit a 19-year-old e-bike rider on 111 Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. Five sedan occupants were involved.
A sedan traveling south on 121 St collided with a 19-year-old e-bike rider heading east on 111 Ave in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Five people were in the sedan, including three children and two adults. All sedan occupants had unspecified injuries. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for all involved. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist.
2Defective Brakes Cause SUV Collision on 91st Street▸SUV slammed into parked car on 91st. Brakes failed. Two women hurt. One suffered chest bruises, another fractured her hip. Metal twisted. Danger clear. System failed them.
A collision on 91st Street at 162 Avenue in Queens left two women injured. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck a parked SUV after its brakes failed. The 70-year-old driver suffered a fractured hip. Her 60-year-old passenger sustained chest contusions. The crash report lists 'Brakes Defective' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact was severe enough to injure both occupants. Systemic danger persists when vehicles fail and streets offer no margin for error.
Bus Speeding on Cross Bay Injures Passenger▸A bus sped down Cross Bay. A 68-year-old man in the rear seat took the blow. He left with a bruised back. Unsafe speed marked the crash. The street stayed silent.
A bus traveling south on Cross Bay Boulevard at 157 Avenue in Queens injured a 68-year-old male passenger, who suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved a bus with three occupants and was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The injured passenger was seated in the middle rear seat and wore a harness. No other injuries were specified. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, highlighting driver error as the cause of the incident.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 103 Avenue▸Two cars crashed at 103 Avenue and 112 Street. Both drivers hurt. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles, a station wagon/SUV and a sedan, collided at 103 Avenue and 112 Street in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 45 and 40, were injured. One suffered pain across his body; the other had a bruised arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system allowed distraction and rule-breaking to end in harm.
Defective Brakes Cause Head Injuries on North Conduit▸Sedan slammed into parked cars on North Conduit. Two men hurt, both struck in the head. Police cite defective brakes. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the mark.
A sedan collided with parked vehicles on North Conduit Avenue at Cross Bay Boulevard in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 67 and 17, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' and 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. Both the sedan and an SUV were parked when struck. The 67-year-old driver and 17-year-old passenger were conscious but injured. The report lists no errors by the injured parties. The crash underscores the danger of mechanical failure on city streets.
2SUVs Collide on Shore Parkway, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Shore Parkway. An 18-year-old driver and a 45-year-old passenger suffered injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Impact was hard. System failed the vulnerable inside.
Two station wagons collided on Shore Parkway at 156 Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female passenger were injured, with shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling in opposite directions, one going straight, the other making a left turn. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the risks faced by passengers and drivers when inexperience meets heavy traffic.
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
A sedan hit a 19-year-old e-bike rider on 111 Ave. The cyclist was ejected and injured. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard. Five sedan occupants were involved.
A sedan traveling south on 121 St collided with a 19-year-old e-bike rider heading east on 111 Ave in Queens. The cyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' Five people were in the sedan, including three children and two adults. All sedan occupants had unspecified injuries. The cyclist was wearing a helmet. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors for all involved. No blame is assigned to the injured cyclist.
2Defective Brakes Cause SUV Collision on 91st Street▸SUV slammed into parked car on 91st. Brakes failed. Two women hurt. One suffered chest bruises, another fractured her hip. Metal twisted. Danger clear. System failed them.
A collision on 91st Street at 162 Avenue in Queens left two women injured. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck a parked SUV after its brakes failed. The 70-year-old driver suffered a fractured hip. Her 60-year-old passenger sustained chest contusions. The crash report lists 'Brakes Defective' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact was severe enough to injure both occupants. Systemic danger persists when vehicles fail and streets offer no margin for error.
Bus Speeding on Cross Bay Injures Passenger▸A bus sped down Cross Bay. A 68-year-old man in the rear seat took the blow. He left with a bruised back. Unsafe speed marked the crash. The street stayed silent.
A bus traveling south on Cross Bay Boulevard at 157 Avenue in Queens injured a 68-year-old male passenger, who suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved a bus with three occupants and was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The injured passenger was seated in the middle rear seat and wore a harness. No other injuries were specified. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, highlighting driver error as the cause of the incident.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 103 Avenue▸Two cars crashed at 103 Avenue and 112 Street. Both drivers hurt. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles, a station wagon/SUV and a sedan, collided at 103 Avenue and 112 Street in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 45 and 40, were injured. One suffered pain across his body; the other had a bruised arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system allowed distraction and rule-breaking to end in harm.
Defective Brakes Cause Head Injuries on North Conduit▸Sedan slammed into parked cars on North Conduit. Two men hurt, both struck in the head. Police cite defective brakes. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the mark.
A sedan collided with parked vehicles on North Conduit Avenue at Cross Bay Boulevard in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 67 and 17, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' and 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. Both the sedan and an SUV were parked when struck. The 67-year-old driver and 17-year-old passenger were conscious but injured. The report lists no errors by the injured parties. The crash underscores the danger of mechanical failure on city streets.
2SUVs Collide on Shore Parkway, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Shore Parkway. An 18-year-old driver and a 45-year-old passenger suffered injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Impact was hard. System failed the vulnerable inside.
Two station wagons collided on Shore Parkway at 156 Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female passenger were injured, with shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling in opposite directions, one going straight, the other making a left turn. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the risks faced by passengers and drivers when inexperience meets heavy traffic.
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
SUV slammed into parked car on 91st. Brakes failed. Two women hurt. One suffered chest bruises, another fractured her hip. Metal twisted. Danger clear. System failed them.
A collision on 91st Street at 162 Avenue in Queens left two women injured. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV struck a parked SUV after its brakes failed. The 70-year-old driver suffered a fractured hip. Her 60-year-old passenger sustained chest contusions. The crash report lists 'Brakes Defective' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact was severe enough to injure both occupants. Systemic danger persists when vehicles fail and streets offer no margin for error.
Bus Speeding on Cross Bay Injures Passenger▸A bus sped down Cross Bay. A 68-year-old man in the rear seat took the blow. He left with a bruised back. Unsafe speed marked the crash. The street stayed silent.
A bus traveling south on Cross Bay Boulevard at 157 Avenue in Queens injured a 68-year-old male passenger, who suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved a bus with three occupants and was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The injured passenger was seated in the middle rear seat and wore a harness. No other injuries were specified. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, highlighting driver error as the cause of the incident.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 103 Avenue▸Two cars crashed at 103 Avenue and 112 Street. Both drivers hurt. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles, a station wagon/SUV and a sedan, collided at 103 Avenue and 112 Street in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 45 and 40, were injured. One suffered pain across his body; the other had a bruised arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system allowed distraction and rule-breaking to end in harm.
Defective Brakes Cause Head Injuries on North Conduit▸Sedan slammed into parked cars on North Conduit. Two men hurt, both struck in the head. Police cite defective brakes. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the mark.
A sedan collided with parked vehicles on North Conduit Avenue at Cross Bay Boulevard in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 67 and 17, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' and 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. Both the sedan and an SUV were parked when struck. The 67-year-old driver and 17-year-old passenger were conscious but injured. The report lists no errors by the injured parties. The crash underscores the danger of mechanical failure on city streets.
2SUVs Collide on Shore Parkway, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Shore Parkway. An 18-year-old driver and a 45-year-old passenger suffered injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Impact was hard. System failed the vulnerable inside.
Two station wagons collided on Shore Parkway at 156 Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female passenger were injured, with shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling in opposite directions, one going straight, the other making a left turn. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the risks faced by passengers and drivers when inexperience meets heavy traffic.
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
A bus sped down Cross Bay. A 68-year-old man in the rear seat took the blow. He left with a bruised back. Unsafe speed marked the crash. The street stayed silent.
A bus traveling south on Cross Bay Boulevard at 157 Avenue in Queens injured a 68-year-old male passenger, who suffered a back contusion. According to the police report, the crash involved a bus with three occupants and was caused by 'Unsafe Speed.' The injured passenger was seated in the middle rear seat and wore a harness. No other injuries were specified. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor, highlighting driver error as the cause of the incident.
SUV and Sedan Collide on 103 Avenue▸Two cars crashed at 103 Avenue and 112 Street. Both drivers hurt. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles, a station wagon/SUV and a sedan, collided at 103 Avenue and 112 Street in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 45 and 40, were injured. One suffered pain across his body; the other had a bruised arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system allowed distraction and rule-breaking to end in harm.
Defective Brakes Cause Head Injuries on North Conduit▸Sedan slammed into parked cars on North Conduit. Two men hurt, both struck in the head. Police cite defective brakes. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the mark.
A sedan collided with parked vehicles on North Conduit Avenue at Cross Bay Boulevard in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 67 and 17, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' and 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. Both the sedan and an SUV were parked when struck. The 67-year-old driver and 17-year-old passenger were conscious but injured. The report lists no errors by the injured parties. The crash underscores the danger of mechanical failure on city streets.
2SUVs Collide on Shore Parkway, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Shore Parkway. An 18-year-old driver and a 45-year-old passenger suffered injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Impact was hard. System failed the vulnerable inside.
Two station wagons collided on Shore Parkway at 156 Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female passenger were injured, with shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling in opposite directions, one going straight, the other making a left turn. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the risks faced by passengers and drivers when inexperience meets heavy traffic.
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Two cars crashed at 103 Avenue and 112 Street. Both drivers hurt. Police cite traffic control ignored and driver distraction. Metal twisted. Pain followed. System failed to protect.
Two vehicles, a station wagon/SUV and a sedan, collided at 103 Avenue and 112 Street in Queens. Both drivers, men aged 45 and 40, were injured. One suffered pain across his body; the other had a bruised arm. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system allowed distraction and rule-breaking to end in harm.
Defective Brakes Cause Head Injuries on North Conduit▸Sedan slammed into parked cars on North Conduit. Two men hurt, both struck in the head. Police cite defective brakes. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the mark.
A sedan collided with parked vehicles on North Conduit Avenue at Cross Bay Boulevard in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 67 and 17, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' and 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. Both the sedan and an SUV were parked when struck. The 67-year-old driver and 17-year-old passenger were conscious but injured. The report lists no errors by the injured parties. The crash underscores the danger of mechanical failure on city streets.
2SUVs Collide on Shore Parkway, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Shore Parkway. An 18-year-old driver and a 45-year-old passenger suffered injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Impact was hard. System failed the vulnerable inside.
Two station wagons collided on Shore Parkway at 156 Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female passenger were injured, with shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling in opposite directions, one going straight, the other making a left turn. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the risks faced by passengers and drivers when inexperience meets heavy traffic.
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Sedan slammed into parked cars on North Conduit. Two men hurt, both struck in the head. Police cite defective brakes. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. The street bore the mark.
A sedan collided with parked vehicles on North Conduit Avenue at Cross Bay Boulevard in Queens. Two male occupants, ages 67 and 17, suffered head injuries. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' and 'Other Vehicular' factors contributed to the crash. Both the sedan and an SUV were parked when struck. The 67-year-old driver and 17-year-old passenger were conscious but injured. The report lists no errors by the injured parties. The crash underscores the danger of mechanical failure on city streets.
2SUVs Collide on Shore Parkway, Two Hurt▸Two SUVs crashed on Shore Parkway. An 18-year-old driver and a 45-year-old passenger suffered injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Impact was hard. System failed the vulnerable inside.
Two station wagons collided on Shore Parkway at 156 Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female passenger were injured, with shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling in opposite directions, one going straight, the other making a left turn. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the risks faced by passengers and drivers when inexperience meets heavy traffic.
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Two SUVs crashed on Shore Parkway. An 18-year-old driver and a 45-year-old passenger suffered injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Impact was hard. System failed the vulnerable inside.
Two station wagons collided on Shore Parkway at 156 Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old male driver and a 45-year-old female passenger were injured, with shoulder and back injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling in opposite directions, one going straight, the other making a left turn. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and exposed the risks faced by passengers and drivers when inexperience meets heavy traffic.
Moped Rider Injured in Queens Collision▸A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
A moped and car collided on 103 Ave. The moped driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck flesh. The street stayed silent.
A moped and a car crashed at 103 Ave and 117 St in Queens. The 35-year-old moped driver suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The moped driver wore a helmet. No injuries were reported for the car occupants. The crash left the moped's left front and the car's right front damaged. The report does not specify further details about the sequence of events.
2Sedans Collide on 89th Street, Three Hurt▸Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Two sedans crashed on 89th Street in Queens. Three people suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield by both drivers. Metal twisted. Pain followed.
Two sedans collided on 89th Street near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, three people were injured: a 58-year-old male driver, a 35-year-old male driver, and a 30-year-old female passenger. Both drivers and the passenger reported back and head injuries, including whiplash and pain. Police listed 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash underscores the danger when drivers fail to yield.
Box Truck Turns Into Sedan on Rockaway Blvd▸Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Box truck turned left, struck sedan’s rear. One driver hurt, shoulder and internal injuries. Police cite improper turning. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A box truck making a left turn collided with a westbound sedan on Rockaway Blvd at Woodhaven Blvd in Queens. One driver, a 51-year-old man, suffered shoulder and internal injuries. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Turning Improperly.' The sedan was struck on its left rear quarter panel. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk when large vehicles turn across traffic in busy city corridors.
Sedan Hits Cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard▸A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
A sedan struck a cyclist on Lefferts Boulevard. The crash left the cyclist with a fractured leg. Unsafe speed played a role. The street turned violent in a flash.
A sedan making a left turn on Lefferts Boulevard collided with a cyclist traveling straight. The cyclist, a 28-year-old man, suffered a fractured leg. According to the police report, 'Unsafe Speed' was a contributing factor in the crash. The report also lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a factor. The sedan's front bumper took damage. The cyclist was not ejected. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants. The crash highlights the danger for cyclists on city streets.
Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash▸A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
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Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash,
ABC7,
Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
A speeding driver ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died on his way to work. The driver, high and drunk, now walks free on bail. The street remembers the impact.
ABC7 reported on May 2, 2025, that Michael Peña, a former FDNY probationary firefighter, was released on $75,000 bail after a deadly Queens crash. Police allege Peña was 'drunk and high on cocaine and marijuana' and speeding at 83 mph when he 'ran a red light and T-boned a car driven by 24-year-old Justin Diaz.' The crash happened at Northern Boulevard and East 107th Street as Diaz drove to work. Prosecutors cited Peña’s firing from the FDNY and prior legal issues to argue for remand, but the appellate court released him with minimal bail conditions. Peña faces manslaughter and other charges, with a possible 15-year sentence if convicted. The case highlights the lethal risk of impaired, reckless driving and the limits of pretrial detention policy.
- Former Firefighter Freed After Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-05-02
2Two Sedans Collide on Pitkin Avenue, Passengers Hurt▸Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Two sedans slammed together at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street. Shoulder and leg injuries. Driver inattention and failure to yield led to pain. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans crashed at Pitkin Avenue and 85th Street in Queens. According to the police report, two passengers—a 19-year-old man and a 35-year-old man—were injured, suffering leg and shoulder wounds. The crash involved a Toyota and a Nissan, both traveling straight. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as causes. Driver inexperience was also noted. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact left two hurt and exposed the risk drivers pose when focus slips and rules break.
E-Bike Rider Injured in Queens Left-Turn Crash▸E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
E-bike struck on Pitkin Ave. Rider thrown, back hurt. Driver failed to yield. Police cite right-of-way violation. Streets remain hostile to the unprotected.
A 22-year-old e-bike rider was injured on Pitkin Ave at 94 St in Queens. According to the police report, the crash involved a vehicle making a left turn and an e-bike going straight. The bicyclist suffered back injuries. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Other Vehicular' as contributing factors. The driver failed to yield. No helmet or signaling issues were cited for the cyclist. The crash highlights the ongoing danger faced by vulnerable road users in city traffic.
Distracted Drivers Collide on North Conduit▸Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Two vehicles crashed on North Conduit Avenue. A 69-year-old passenger suffered back injuries. Police cite driver distraction as the cause. Metal twisted. Safety failed.
A sedan and a flatbed truck collided on North Conduit Avenue at Cohancy Street in Queens. According to the police report, a 69-year-old front passenger was injured, suffering whiplash and back pain. Both vehicles were traveling west when the crash occurred. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both drivers. No other causes are mentioned in the report. The impact left one person hurt and both vehicles damaged.
3Rear-End Crash on 133rd Avenue Injures Three▸Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
Two sedans collided on 133rd Avenue. Three people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Whiplash and bruises. Metal and glass. Streets unforgiving.
A crash on 133rd Avenue in Queens left three people injured, including a 12-year-old passenger and two adult drivers. According to the police report, two sedans traveling east collided, with the front of one striking the rear of the other. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. All injured parties suffered whiplash and other injuries. No pedestrians were involved. The report highlights driver error as the cause of the collision.
Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard▸A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
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Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-27
A soul singer crossed Woodhaven at Myrtle. A Yamaha motorcycle struck her. She died at Jamaica Hospital. The rider kept going as the light changed. Police have not charged him. Dreams ended in the street. The city moves on.
NY Daily News reported on April 27, 2025, that Breanna Henderson, 23, was fatally struck by a Yamaha motorcycle while crossing Woodhaven Blvd. at Myrtle Ave. in Queens. The crash happened around 2:20 a.m. as the traffic light turned from yellow to red. The article notes, 'the motorcyclist hit her as the light turned from yellow to red.' Police have not charged the 34-year-old rider, and the investigation continues. Henderson was returning home from a performance. The incident highlights the persistent dangers faced by pedestrians at major intersections and the risks posed by vehicles failing to yield during signal changes.
- Singer Killed Crossing Woodhaven Boulevard, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-27