About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 22
▸ Crush Injuries 21
▸ Severe Bleeding 10
▸ Severe Lacerations 14
▸ Concussion 26
▸ Whiplash 84
▸ Contusion/Bruise 95
▸ Abrasion 75
▸ Pain/Nausea 33
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Precinct 106: Night streets. Hard hits. No mercy.
Precinct 106: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 24, 2025
Another driver. Same ending.
- A 52-year-old man crossing 155th Street at South Conduit Avenue near JFK was hit around 2:30 a.m. The driver fled. He died at the hospital. Police said, “The operator of the vehicle fled the scene.” Detectives searched for footage. No arrest.
- On Lefferts Boulevard at 115th Avenue, a sedan driver disregarded traffic control and struck two people off the intersection. A 51-year-old woman died. A child was hurt. The dataset lists the cause: “Traffic Control Disregarded.”
The map does not lie. The body count sits in the rows.
Where the road bites back
The worst pain repeats. Belt Parkway leads the list: five deaths, 422 injuries since 2022. Belt Parkway. North Conduit Avenue follows: two deaths, 204 injuries. North Conduit Avenue. Lefferts Boulevard is on the board too.
Nights are deadly. From 7 p.m. to 3 a.m., deaths stack up: 7 p.m. (one), 8 p.m. (three), 9 p.m. (one), 10 p.m. (two), 11 p.m. (three), midnight (zero), 1 a.m. (zero), 2 a.m. (zero), 3 a.m. (one). Injuries stay high through the evening hours. Open data shows the pattern.
“Unsafe speed” keeps showing up in the ledger. It is listed in fatal crashes on the Belt and local streets alike. A July 5 Belt Parkway wreck killed two and injured two more. The line for contributing factor reads: “Unsafe Speed.”
People on foot take the hit
Since 2022 in this precinct: seven pedestrians killed, 435 injured. Sedans and SUVs do most of the harm to people on foot: sedans linked to 172 pedestrian injuries with three deaths; SUVs to 161 injuries with one death. Vehicle rollup and causes here.
The open-data record at Lefferts and 115th says both victims were “not at intersection.” That is how service roads and long blocks work. People cross where the life is. The cars don’t stop. CrashID 4782691.
Quotes that don’t let you look away
“Police are investigating the death of a 52-year-old man… The operator of the vehicle fled the scene.” ABC7
“A hit-and-run driver killed a 52-year-old man… The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made.” NY Daily News
“NYPD data shows 17 people died in traffic crashes this year through Aug. 10 in the Queens South Patrol Borough.” Gothamist
Three corners. One fix.
- Belt Parkway: deaths and wrecks pile up. Slow it. Enforce it at night. Hotspot data.
- North Conduit Avenue: long, fast, deadly. Add daylighting and hardened turns at feeders. Mark crossings where people already cross. Hotspot data.
- Lefferts at 115th: a pedestrian killed off the corner. Install raised crossings and a leading walk phase. Protect the line of sight. Crash record.
The common thread in fatal files here is speed and night. Target the hours that kill. The city knows how to do that.
Officials know what works — do they?
Albany renewed 24-hour school-zone speed cameras through 2030, locking in the tool that cuts speeding where it watches. That fight is won. The next ones are lower speeds and repeat offenders. Take Action.
City lawmakers have the power to set safer speeds. Advocates call for a default 20 mph limit and for intelligent speed assistance on cars that rack up tickets. These are the levers that stop the worst harm. The pattern here—unsafe speed, nighttime, service roads—points to one answer: slow the cars down and keep them down. Take Action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-24
- Pedestrian Killed In JFK Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-08-13
- Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-13
- Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-13
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage, CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
- Half Of NYC Taxis Now Wheelchair Accessible, amny, Published 2025-06-05
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▸ 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
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Sedan Strikes Driver on Belt Parkway Left Side▸Jan 20 - A sedan traveling east on Belt Parkway collided with its driver on the left side. The 45-year-old male driver suffered head injuries but remained conscious. Police cite improper lane usage as the contributing factor in this single-vehicle crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver was injured in a crash on Belt Parkway at 1:55 AM. The vehicle, a 2017 Honda sedan traveling east, sustained damage to the left side doors, which was also the point of impact. The driver, who was the sole occupant and wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered head injuries and remained conscious after the collision. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in lane management. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead before the crash.
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SUV Rear-Ends Tow Truck on Queens Avenue▸Jan 18 - A 39-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a head contusion after rear-ending a tow truck on S Conduit Ave in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling east when the SUV struck the truck’s left front bumper. The driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:50 PM on S Conduit Ave in Queens. A 39-year-old female driver of a 2020 SUV was injured, sustaining a head contusion and a bruise. The SUV collided with the rear of a 2024 tow truck traveling in the same direction. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the SUV impacted the center front end of the tow truck, damaging the SUV’s center back end and the truck’s left front bumper. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. The SUV driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No victim behaviors or pedestrian involvement were noted as contributing factors.
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SUV Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸Jan 12 - A 51-year-old male driver suffered severe injuries after his SUV collided with two parked vehicles on 121st Street in Queens. Steering failure and defective brakes caused the crash, striking the right front bumper and damaging both parked cars.
According to the police report, at 21:50 in Queens, a 51-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Chevrolet SUV traveling south on 121st Street experienced a steering failure and defective brakes. These mechanical failures led to the SUV colliding with two parked vehicles, a sedan and another SUV, impacting the right front bumper of the moving vehicle and damaging the left rear quarter panel and center back end of the parked cars. The driver was injured with internal complaints affecting his entire body but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors, highlighting vehicle control loss as the cause. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior contributed to the crash.
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Unsafe Speed on Belt Parkway Injures Teen▸Jan 12 - Three sedans crashed on Belt Parkway at night. Unsafe speed sent metal slamming into metal. A 17-year-old girl in the back seat took the worst of it. Neck pain. Whiplash. The road showed no mercy.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 9:28 PM. One driver was changing lanes. Another was struck on the left side doors. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. A 17-year-old female passenger in the left rear seat suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She wore a lap belt. The crash left her hurt. Driver errors—unsafe speed and lane changes—caused the violent impact that injured the teen.
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Van Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Rockaway Blvd▸Jan 8 - A 49-year-old man suffered whole-body injuries and shock after a van hit him at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Boulevard. The impact came from the van’s left front bumper as it traveled southbound. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal.
According to the police report, a van traveling south on Rockaway Boulevard struck a 49-year-old male pedestrian at a marked crosswalk. The point of impact was the van’s left front bumper, causing injuries to the pedestrian’s entire body and leaving him in shock with minor bleeding. The pedestrian was crossing the street without a crossing signal. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle movements intersect with pedestrian paths.
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Taxi and Sedan Ignore Signs, Kill Woman, Injure Baby▸Dec 28 - Metal shrieked on Lefferts Boulevard. A taxi and sedan collided, crushing a woman and breaking a baby’s legs. Both were off the roadway. The drivers missed the signs. One woman dead. One child maimed. The city’s danger, laid bare.
A deadly crash unfolded on Lefferts Boulevard near 115th Avenue in Queens when a taxi and a sedan collided, according to the police report. The impact killed a 51-year-old woman and left a baby boy with broken legs. Both victims were pedestrians and, as the report states, 'not in the roadway' at the time of the crash. The police report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for both drivers. The narrative underscores that 'the drivers missed the signs,' highlighting systemic failures in driver compliance with traffic controls. The collision’s violence—'metal screamed'—left one woman dead from crush injuries and a child with severe leg trauma. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver error and the lethal consequences for those outside the vehicles.
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Alcohol-Fueled Sedan Crash Breaks Driver’s Leg▸Dec 27 - Two sedans smashed on Liberty Avenue. A 24-year-old driver’s leg shattered. Police cite alcohol and vehicle errors. Metal twisted. One man hurt. Streets stayed silent. No one walked away clean.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Queens at 3:45 AM. The 24-year-old male driver suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. Police list 'Alcohol Involvement' and multiple 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing causes, pointing to driver errors. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a factor. The crash left one driver with serious leg injuries, underscoring the danger of driver actions behind the wheel.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 23 - A 51-year-old woman suffered a concussion and arm injuries when a sedan made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s improper lane usage caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 131 Street near Liberty Avenue in Queens struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at 7:24 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The driver was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error in lane management during the turn. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions.
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Bus Turns Left, Crushes Pedestrian in Queens▸Dec 18 - A city bus swung left on Lefferts. Steel met flesh. A woman, sixty-four, crossing with the light, was struck and crushed. She stayed conscious as the signal blinked. The street swallowed her pain. The driver failed to yield.
At the corner of Lefferts Boulevard and 133rd Avenue in Queens, a bus making a left turn struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, 'A bus turned left. A 64-year-old woman walked with the light. The bumper struck her full. Her body crushed. She stayed awake.' The crash occurred at 18:28. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The impact point was the bus’s left front bumper. The pedestrian’s actions—crossing with the signal—are noted in the report, but the driver’s failure to yield is the primary factor cited by police. No contributing behaviors are attributed to the victim.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 109 Avenue▸Dec 17 - A southbound SUV struck the rear of a slowing sedan on 109 Avenue. Both drivers suffered injuries including back and leg trauma. Police cited following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 109 Avenue involving a 2022 Honda SUV and a 2017 Hyundai sedan, both traveling south. The SUV driver, a 22-year-old male with a permit license, was following too closely and struck the sedan's center back end as it was slowing or stopping. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old female licensed driver, was also slowing or stopping but had to react to an uninvolved vehicle, contributing to the collision. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, while the sedan driver sustained contusions to the knee and lower leg. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report highlights driver errors including following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as the primary causes, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Dec 12 - An 11-year-old girl suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 109 Avenue and 127 Street around 16:05. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a sedan traveling west struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The driver, a male with a permit license, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—as central to this collision, with the pedestrian crossing against the signal noted but not framed as a cause.
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Chain Collision on 109 Avenue Injures Driver▸Dec 8 - Three vehicles collided head-to-back on 109 Avenue. A 19-year-old female driver suffered neck abrasions but was conscious. Police cite multiple vehicular factors as causes. The crash involved SUVs and a sedan, all traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on 109 Avenue involving three vehicles: two SUVs and one sedan, all traveling westbound. The impact points were center front and center back ends, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. A 19-year-old female driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factors twice, highlighting driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying exact violations. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the front and back ends of the vehicles, consistent with a multi-vehicle rear-end crash.
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Taxi Hits Two Bicyclists in Queens Collision▸Dec 5 - A taxi struck two 14-year-old bicyclists traveling west on 112 Street in Queens. Both riders suffered contusions and bruises to abdomen, pelvis, and arm. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 112 Street collided with a bike carrying two 14-year-old males going west. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. Both bicyclists were injured with contusions and bruises to the abdomen, pelvis, and lower arm. Neither bicyclist was ejected from the bike, and both were conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclists were not cited with any contributing factors, and no helmet or crossing signal use was listed as relevant. The taxi driver was licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.
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Distracted Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Jan 20 - A sedan traveling east on Belt Parkway collided with its driver on the left side. The 45-year-old male driver suffered head injuries but remained conscious. Police cite improper lane usage as the contributing factor in this single-vehicle crash.
According to the police report, a 45-year-old male driver was injured in a crash on Belt Parkway at 1:55 AM. The vehicle, a 2017 Honda sedan traveling east, sustained damage to the left side doors, which was also the point of impact. The driver, who was the sole occupant and wearing a lap belt and harness, suffered head injuries and remained conscious after the collision. The report identifies 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as the contributing factor, indicating driver error in lane management. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead before the crash.
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SUV Rear-Ends Tow Truck on Queens Avenue▸Jan 18 - A 39-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a head contusion after rear-ending a tow truck on S Conduit Ave in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling east when the SUV struck the truck’s left front bumper. The driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:50 PM on S Conduit Ave in Queens. A 39-year-old female driver of a 2020 SUV was injured, sustaining a head contusion and a bruise. The SUV collided with the rear of a 2024 tow truck traveling in the same direction. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the SUV impacted the center front end of the tow truck, damaging the SUV’s center back end and the truck’s left front bumper. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. The SUV driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No victim behaviors or pedestrian involvement were noted as contributing factors.
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SUV Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸Jan 12 - A 51-year-old male driver suffered severe injuries after his SUV collided with two parked vehicles on 121st Street in Queens. Steering failure and defective brakes caused the crash, striking the right front bumper and damaging both parked cars.
According to the police report, at 21:50 in Queens, a 51-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Chevrolet SUV traveling south on 121st Street experienced a steering failure and defective brakes. These mechanical failures led to the SUV colliding with two parked vehicles, a sedan and another SUV, impacting the right front bumper of the moving vehicle and damaging the left rear quarter panel and center back end of the parked cars. The driver was injured with internal complaints affecting his entire body but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors, highlighting vehicle control loss as the cause. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior contributed to the crash.
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Unsafe Speed on Belt Parkway Injures Teen▸Jan 12 - Three sedans crashed on Belt Parkway at night. Unsafe speed sent metal slamming into metal. A 17-year-old girl in the back seat took the worst of it. Neck pain. Whiplash. The road showed no mercy.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 9:28 PM. One driver was changing lanes. Another was struck on the left side doors. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. A 17-year-old female passenger in the left rear seat suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She wore a lap belt. The crash left her hurt. Driver errors—unsafe speed and lane changes—caused the violent impact that injured the teen.
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Van Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Rockaway Blvd▸Jan 8 - A 49-year-old man suffered whole-body injuries and shock after a van hit him at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Boulevard. The impact came from the van’s left front bumper as it traveled southbound. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal.
According to the police report, a van traveling south on Rockaway Boulevard struck a 49-year-old male pedestrian at a marked crosswalk. The point of impact was the van’s left front bumper, causing injuries to the pedestrian’s entire body and leaving him in shock with minor bleeding. The pedestrian was crossing the street without a crossing signal. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle movements intersect with pedestrian paths.
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Taxi and Sedan Ignore Signs, Kill Woman, Injure Baby▸Dec 28 - Metal shrieked on Lefferts Boulevard. A taxi and sedan collided, crushing a woman and breaking a baby’s legs. Both were off the roadway. The drivers missed the signs. One woman dead. One child maimed. The city’s danger, laid bare.
A deadly crash unfolded on Lefferts Boulevard near 115th Avenue in Queens when a taxi and a sedan collided, according to the police report. The impact killed a 51-year-old woman and left a baby boy with broken legs. Both victims were pedestrians and, as the report states, 'not in the roadway' at the time of the crash. The police report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for both drivers. The narrative underscores that 'the drivers missed the signs,' highlighting systemic failures in driver compliance with traffic controls. The collision’s violence—'metal screamed'—left one woman dead from crush injuries and a child with severe leg trauma. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver error and the lethal consequences for those outside the vehicles.
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Alcohol-Fueled Sedan Crash Breaks Driver’s Leg▸Dec 27 - Two sedans smashed on Liberty Avenue. A 24-year-old driver’s leg shattered. Police cite alcohol and vehicle errors. Metal twisted. One man hurt. Streets stayed silent. No one walked away clean.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Queens at 3:45 AM. The 24-year-old male driver suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. Police list 'Alcohol Involvement' and multiple 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing causes, pointing to driver errors. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a factor. The crash left one driver with serious leg injuries, underscoring the danger of driver actions behind the wheel.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 23 - A 51-year-old woman suffered a concussion and arm injuries when a sedan made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s improper lane usage caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 131 Street near Liberty Avenue in Queens struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at 7:24 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The driver was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error in lane management during the turn. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions.
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Bus Turns Left, Crushes Pedestrian in Queens▸Dec 18 - A city bus swung left on Lefferts. Steel met flesh. A woman, sixty-four, crossing with the light, was struck and crushed. She stayed conscious as the signal blinked. The street swallowed her pain. The driver failed to yield.
At the corner of Lefferts Boulevard and 133rd Avenue in Queens, a bus making a left turn struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, 'A bus turned left. A 64-year-old woman walked with the light. The bumper struck her full. Her body crushed. She stayed awake.' The crash occurred at 18:28. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The impact point was the bus’s left front bumper. The pedestrian’s actions—crossing with the signal—are noted in the report, but the driver’s failure to yield is the primary factor cited by police. No contributing behaviors are attributed to the victim.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 109 Avenue▸Dec 17 - A southbound SUV struck the rear of a slowing sedan on 109 Avenue. Both drivers suffered injuries including back and leg trauma. Police cited following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 109 Avenue involving a 2022 Honda SUV and a 2017 Hyundai sedan, both traveling south. The SUV driver, a 22-year-old male with a permit license, was following too closely and struck the sedan's center back end as it was slowing or stopping. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old female licensed driver, was also slowing or stopping but had to react to an uninvolved vehicle, contributing to the collision. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, while the sedan driver sustained contusions to the knee and lower leg. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report highlights driver errors including following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as the primary causes, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Dec 12 - An 11-year-old girl suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 109 Avenue and 127 Street around 16:05. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a sedan traveling west struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The driver, a male with a permit license, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—as central to this collision, with the pedestrian crossing against the signal noted but not framed as a cause.
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Chain Collision on 109 Avenue Injures Driver▸Dec 8 - Three vehicles collided head-to-back on 109 Avenue. A 19-year-old female driver suffered neck abrasions but was conscious. Police cite multiple vehicular factors as causes. The crash involved SUVs and a sedan, all traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on 109 Avenue involving three vehicles: two SUVs and one sedan, all traveling westbound. The impact points were center front and center back ends, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. A 19-year-old female driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factors twice, highlighting driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying exact violations. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the front and back ends of the vehicles, consistent with a multi-vehicle rear-end crash.
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Taxi Hits Two Bicyclists in Queens Collision▸Dec 5 - A taxi struck two 14-year-old bicyclists traveling west on 112 Street in Queens. Both riders suffered contusions and bruises to abdomen, pelvis, and arm. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 112 Street collided with a bike carrying two 14-year-old males going west. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. Both bicyclists were injured with contusions and bruises to the abdomen, pelvis, and lower arm. Neither bicyclist was ejected from the bike, and both were conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclists were not cited with any contributing factors, and no helmet or crossing signal use was listed as relevant. The taxi driver was licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.
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Distracted Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Jan 18 - A 39-year-old woman driving an SUV suffered a head contusion after rear-ending a tow truck on S Conduit Ave in Queens. Both vehicles were traveling east when the SUV struck the truck’s left front bumper. The driver remained conscious but injured.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:50 PM on S Conduit Ave in Queens. A 39-year-old female driver of a 2020 SUV was injured, sustaining a head contusion and a bruise. The SUV collided with the rear of a 2024 tow truck traveling in the same direction. Both vehicles were going straight ahead when the SUV impacted the center front end of the tow truck, damaging the SUV’s center back end and the truck’s left front bumper. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factor for both vehicles, indicating driver error related to vehicle operation. The SUV driver was not ejected and remained conscious. No victim behaviors or pedestrian involvement were noted as contributing factors.
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SUV Crashes Into Parked Cars in Queens▸Jan 12 - A 51-year-old male driver suffered severe injuries after his SUV collided with two parked vehicles on 121st Street in Queens. Steering failure and defective brakes caused the crash, striking the right front bumper and damaging both parked cars.
According to the police report, at 21:50 in Queens, a 51-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Chevrolet SUV traveling south on 121st Street experienced a steering failure and defective brakes. These mechanical failures led to the SUV colliding with two parked vehicles, a sedan and another SUV, impacting the right front bumper of the moving vehicle and damaging the left rear quarter panel and center back end of the parked cars. The driver was injured with internal complaints affecting his entire body but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors, highlighting vehicle control loss as the cause. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior contributed to the crash.
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Unsafe Speed on Belt Parkway Injures Teen▸Jan 12 - Three sedans crashed on Belt Parkway at night. Unsafe speed sent metal slamming into metal. A 17-year-old girl in the back seat took the worst of it. Neck pain. Whiplash. The road showed no mercy.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 9:28 PM. One driver was changing lanes. Another was struck on the left side doors. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. A 17-year-old female passenger in the left rear seat suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She wore a lap belt. The crash left her hurt. Driver errors—unsafe speed and lane changes—caused the violent impact that injured the teen.
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Van Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Rockaway Blvd▸Jan 8 - A 49-year-old man suffered whole-body injuries and shock after a van hit him at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Boulevard. The impact came from the van’s left front bumper as it traveled southbound. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal.
According to the police report, a van traveling south on Rockaway Boulevard struck a 49-year-old male pedestrian at a marked crosswalk. The point of impact was the van’s left front bumper, causing injuries to the pedestrian’s entire body and leaving him in shock with minor bleeding. The pedestrian was crossing the street without a crossing signal. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle movements intersect with pedestrian paths.
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Taxi and Sedan Ignore Signs, Kill Woman, Injure Baby▸Dec 28 - Metal shrieked on Lefferts Boulevard. A taxi and sedan collided, crushing a woman and breaking a baby’s legs. Both were off the roadway. The drivers missed the signs. One woman dead. One child maimed. The city’s danger, laid bare.
A deadly crash unfolded on Lefferts Boulevard near 115th Avenue in Queens when a taxi and a sedan collided, according to the police report. The impact killed a 51-year-old woman and left a baby boy with broken legs. Both victims were pedestrians and, as the report states, 'not in the roadway' at the time of the crash. The police report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for both drivers. The narrative underscores that 'the drivers missed the signs,' highlighting systemic failures in driver compliance with traffic controls. The collision’s violence—'metal screamed'—left one woman dead from crush injuries and a child with severe leg trauma. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver error and the lethal consequences for those outside the vehicles.
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Alcohol-Fueled Sedan Crash Breaks Driver’s Leg▸Dec 27 - Two sedans smashed on Liberty Avenue. A 24-year-old driver’s leg shattered. Police cite alcohol and vehicle errors. Metal twisted. One man hurt. Streets stayed silent. No one walked away clean.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Queens at 3:45 AM. The 24-year-old male driver suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. Police list 'Alcohol Involvement' and multiple 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing causes, pointing to driver errors. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a factor. The crash left one driver with serious leg injuries, underscoring the danger of driver actions behind the wheel.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 23 - A 51-year-old woman suffered a concussion and arm injuries when a sedan made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s improper lane usage caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 131 Street near Liberty Avenue in Queens struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at 7:24 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The driver was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error in lane management during the turn. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions.
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Bus Turns Left, Crushes Pedestrian in Queens▸Dec 18 - A city bus swung left on Lefferts. Steel met flesh. A woman, sixty-four, crossing with the light, was struck and crushed. She stayed conscious as the signal blinked. The street swallowed her pain. The driver failed to yield.
At the corner of Lefferts Boulevard and 133rd Avenue in Queens, a bus making a left turn struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, 'A bus turned left. A 64-year-old woman walked with the light. The bumper struck her full. Her body crushed. She stayed awake.' The crash occurred at 18:28. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The impact point was the bus’s left front bumper. The pedestrian’s actions—crossing with the signal—are noted in the report, but the driver’s failure to yield is the primary factor cited by police. No contributing behaviors are attributed to the victim.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 109 Avenue▸Dec 17 - A southbound SUV struck the rear of a slowing sedan on 109 Avenue. Both drivers suffered injuries including back and leg trauma. Police cited following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 109 Avenue involving a 2022 Honda SUV and a 2017 Hyundai sedan, both traveling south. The SUV driver, a 22-year-old male with a permit license, was following too closely and struck the sedan's center back end as it was slowing or stopping. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old female licensed driver, was also slowing or stopping but had to react to an uninvolved vehicle, contributing to the collision. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, while the sedan driver sustained contusions to the knee and lower leg. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report highlights driver errors including following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as the primary causes, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Dec 12 - An 11-year-old girl suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 109 Avenue and 127 Street around 16:05. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a sedan traveling west struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The driver, a male with a permit license, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—as central to this collision, with the pedestrian crossing against the signal noted but not framed as a cause.
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Chain Collision on 109 Avenue Injures Driver▸Dec 8 - Three vehicles collided head-to-back on 109 Avenue. A 19-year-old female driver suffered neck abrasions but was conscious. Police cite multiple vehicular factors as causes. The crash involved SUVs and a sedan, all traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on 109 Avenue involving three vehicles: two SUVs and one sedan, all traveling westbound. The impact points were center front and center back ends, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. A 19-year-old female driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factors twice, highlighting driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying exact violations. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the front and back ends of the vehicles, consistent with a multi-vehicle rear-end crash.
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Taxi Hits Two Bicyclists in Queens Collision▸Dec 5 - A taxi struck two 14-year-old bicyclists traveling west on 112 Street in Queens. Both riders suffered contusions and bruises to abdomen, pelvis, and arm. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 112 Street collided with a bike carrying two 14-year-old males going west. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. Both bicyclists were injured with contusions and bruises to the abdomen, pelvis, and lower arm. Neither bicyclist was ejected from the bike, and both were conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclists were not cited with any contributing factors, and no helmet or crossing signal use was listed as relevant. The taxi driver was licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.
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Distracted Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Jan 12 - A 51-year-old male driver suffered severe injuries after his SUV collided with two parked vehicles on 121st Street in Queens. Steering failure and defective brakes caused the crash, striking the right front bumper and damaging both parked cars.
According to the police report, at 21:50 in Queens, a 51-year-old male driver operating a 2021 Chevrolet SUV traveling south on 121st Street experienced a steering failure and defective brakes. These mechanical failures led to the SUV colliding with two parked vehicles, a sedan and another SUV, impacting the right front bumper of the moving vehicle and damaging the left rear quarter panel and center back end of the parked cars. The driver was injured with internal complaints affecting his entire body but was conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report explicitly cites 'Steering Failure' and 'Brakes Defective' as contributing factors, highlighting vehicle control loss as the cause. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behavior contributed to the crash.
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Unsafe Speed on Belt Parkway Injures Teen▸Jan 12 - Three sedans crashed on Belt Parkway at night. Unsafe speed sent metal slamming into metal. A 17-year-old girl in the back seat took the worst of it. Neck pain. Whiplash. The road showed no mercy.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 9:28 PM. One driver was changing lanes. Another was struck on the left side doors. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. A 17-year-old female passenger in the left rear seat suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She wore a lap belt. The crash left her hurt. Driver errors—unsafe speed and lane changes—caused the violent impact that injured the teen.
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Van Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Rockaway Blvd▸Jan 8 - A 49-year-old man suffered whole-body injuries and shock after a van hit him at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Boulevard. The impact came from the van’s left front bumper as it traveled southbound. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal.
According to the police report, a van traveling south on Rockaway Boulevard struck a 49-year-old male pedestrian at a marked crosswalk. The point of impact was the van’s left front bumper, causing injuries to the pedestrian’s entire body and leaving him in shock with minor bleeding. The pedestrian was crossing the street without a crossing signal. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle movements intersect with pedestrian paths.
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Taxi and Sedan Ignore Signs, Kill Woman, Injure Baby▸Dec 28 - Metal shrieked on Lefferts Boulevard. A taxi and sedan collided, crushing a woman and breaking a baby’s legs. Both were off the roadway. The drivers missed the signs. One woman dead. One child maimed. The city’s danger, laid bare.
A deadly crash unfolded on Lefferts Boulevard near 115th Avenue in Queens when a taxi and a sedan collided, according to the police report. The impact killed a 51-year-old woman and left a baby boy with broken legs. Both victims were pedestrians and, as the report states, 'not in the roadway' at the time of the crash. The police report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for both drivers. The narrative underscores that 'the drivers missed the signs,' highlighting systemic failures in driver compliance with traffic controls. The collision’s violence—'metal screamed'—left one woman dead from crush injuries and a child with severe leg trauma. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver error and the lethal consequences for those outside the vehicles.
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Alcohol-Fueled Sedan Crash Breaks Driver’s Leg▸Dec 27 - Two sedans smashed on Liberty Avenue. A 24-year-old driver’s leg shattered. Police cite alcohol and vehicle errors. Metal twisted. One man hurt. Streets stayed silent. No one walked away clean.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Queens at 3:45 AM. The 24-year-old male driver suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. Police list 'Alcohol Involvement' and multiple 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing causes, pointing to driver errors. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a factor. The crash left one driver with serious leg injuries, underscoring the danger of driver actions behind the wheel.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 23 - A 51-year-old woman suffered a concussion and arm injuries when a sedan made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s improper lane usage caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 131 Street near Liberty Avenue in Queens struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at 7:24 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The driver was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error in lane management during the turn. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions.
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Bus Turns Left, Crushes Pedestrian in Queens▸Dec 18 - A city bus swung left on Lefferts. Steel met flesh. A woman, sixty-four, crossing with the light, was struck and crushed. She stayed conscious as the signal blinked. The street swallowed her pain. The driver failed to yield.
At the corner of Lefferts Boulevard and 133rd Avenue in Queens, a bus making a left turn struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, 'A bus turned left. A 64-year-old woman walked with the light. The bumper struck her full. Her body crushed. She stayed awake.' The crash occurred at 18:28. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The impact point was the bus’s left front bumper. The pedestrian’s actions—crossing with the signal—are noted in the report, but the driver’s failure to yield is the primary factor cited by police. No contributing behaviors are attributed to the victim.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 109 Avenue▸Dec 17 - A southbound SUV struck the rear of a slowing sedan on 109 Avenue. Both drivers suffered injuries including back and leg trauma. Police cited following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 109 Avenue involving a 2022 Honda SUV and a 2017 Hyundai sedan, both traveling south. The SUV driver, a 22-year-old male with a permit license, was following too closely and struck the sedan's center back end as it was slowing or stopping. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old female licensed driver, was also slowing or stopping but had to react to an uninvolved vehicle, contributing to the collision. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, while the sedan driver sustained contusions to the knee and lower leg. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report highlights driver errors including following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as the primary causes, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Dec 12 - An 11-year-old girl suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 109 Avenue and 127 Street around 16:05. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a sedan traveling west struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The driver, a male with a permit license, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—as central to this collision, with the pedestrian crossing against the signal noted but not framed as a cause.
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Chain Collision on 109 Avenue Injures Driver▸Dec 8 - Three vehicles collided head-to-back on 109 Avenue. A 19-year-old female driver suffered neck abrasions but was conscious. Police cite multiple vehicular factors as causes. The crash involved SUVs and a sedan, all traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on 109 Avenue involving three vehicles: two SUVs and one sedan, all traveling westbound. The impact points were center front and center back ends, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. A 19-year-old female driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factors twice, highlighting driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying exact violations. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the front and back ends of the vehicles, consistent with a multi-vehicle rear-end crash.
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Taxi Hits Two Bicyclists in Queens Collision▸Dec 5 - A taxi struck two 14-year-old bicyclists traveling west on 112 Street in Queens. Both riders suffered contusions and bruises to abdomen, pelvis, and arm. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 112 Street collided with a bike carrying two 14-year-old males going west. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. Both bicyclists were injured with contusions and bruises to the abdomen, pelvis, and lower arm. Neither bicyclist was ejected from the bike, and both were conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclists were not cited with any contributing factors, and no helmet or crossing signal use was listed as relevant. The taxi driver was licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.
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Distracted Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Jan 12 - Three sedans crashed on Belt Parkway at night. Unsafe speed sent metal slamming into metal. A 17-year-old girl in the back seat took the worst of it. Neck pain. Whiplash. The road showed no mercy.
According to the police report, three sedans collided on Belt Parkway at 9:28 PM. One driver was changing lanes. Another was struck on the left side doors. The report lists "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor. A 17-year-old female passenger in the left rear seat suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She wore a lap belt. The crash left her hurt. Driver errors—unsafe speed and lane changes—caused the violent impact that injured the teen.
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Van Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Rockaway Blvd▸Jan 8 - A 49-year-old man suffered whole-body injuries and shock after a van hit him at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Boulevard. The impact came from the van’s left front bumper as it traveled southbound. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal.
According to the police report, a van traveling south on Rockaway Boulevard struck a 49-year-old male pedestrian at a marked crosswalk. The point of impact was the van’s left front bumper, causing injuries to the pedestrian’s entire body and leaving him in shock with minor bleeding. The pedestrian was crossing the street without a crossing signal. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle movements intersect with pedestrian paths.
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Taxi and Sedan Ignore Signs, Kill Woman, Injure Baby▸Dec 28 - Metal shrieked on Lefferts Boulevard. A taxi and sedan collided, crushing a woman and breaking a baby’s legs. Both were off the roadway. The drivers missed the signs. One woman dead. One child maimed. The city’s danger, laid bare.
A deadly crash unfolded on Lefferts Boulevard near 115th Avenue in Queens when a taxi and a sedan collided, according to the police report. The impact killed a 51-year-old woman and left a baby boy with broken legs. Both victims were pedestrians and, as the report states, 'not in the roadway' at the time of the crash. The police report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for both drivers. The narrative underscores that 'the drivers missed the signs,' highlighting systemic failures in driver compliance with traffic controls. The collision’s violence—'metal screamed'—left one woman dead from crush injuries and a child with severe leg trauma. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver error and the lethal consequences for those outside the vehicles.
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Alcohol-Fueled Sedan Crash Breaks Driver’s Leg▸Dec 27 - Two sedans smashed on Liberty Avenue. A 24-year-old driver’s leg shattered. Police cite alcohol and vehicle errors. Metal twisted. One man hurt. Streets stayed silent. No one walked away clean.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Queens at 3:45 AM. The 24-year-old male driver suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. Police list 'Alcohol Involvement' and multiple 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing causes, pointing to driver errors. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a factor. The crash left one driver with serious leg injuries, underscoring the danger of driver actions behind the wheel.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 23 - A 51-year-old woman suffered a concussion and arm injuries when a sedan made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s improper lane usage caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 131 Street near Liberty Avenue in Queens struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at 7:24 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The driver was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error in lane management during the turn. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions.
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Bus Turns Left, Crushes Pedestrian in Queens▸Dec 18 - A city bus swung left on Lefferts. Steel met flesh. A woman, sixty-four, crossing with the light, was struck and crushed. She stayed conscious as the signal blinked. The street swallowed her pain. The driver failed to yield.
At the corner of Lefferts Boulevard and 133rd Avenue in Queens, a bus making a left turn struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, 'A bus turned left. A 64-year-old woman walked with the light. The bumper struck her full. Her body crushed. She stayed awake.' The crash occurred at 18:28. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The impact point was the bus’s left front bumper. The pedestrian’s actions—crossing with the signal—are noted in the report, but the driver’s failure to yield is the primary factor cited by police. No contributing behaviors are attributed to the victim.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 109 Avenue▸Dec 17 - A southbound SUV struck the rear of a slowing sedan on 109 Avenue. Both drivers suffered injuries including back and leg trauma. Police cited following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 109 Avenue involving a 2022 Honda SUV and a 2017 Hyundai sedan, both traveling south. The SUV driver, a 22-year-old male with a permit license, was following too closely and struck the sedan's center back end as it was slowing or stopping. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old female licensed driver, was also slowing or stopping but had to react to an uninvolved vehicle, contributing to the collision. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, while the sedan driver sustained contusions to the knee and lower leg. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report highlights driver errors including following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as the primary causes, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Dec 12 - An 11-year-old girl suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 109 Avenue and 127 Street around 16:05. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a sedan traveling west struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The driver, a male with a permit license, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—as central to this collision, with the pedestrian crossing against the signal noted but not framed as a cause.
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Chain Collision on 109 Avenue Injures Driver▸Dec 8 - Three vehicles collided head-to-back on 109 Avenue. A 19-year-old female driver suffered neck abrasions but was conscious. Police cite multiple vehicular factors as causes. The crash involved SUVs and a sedan, all traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on 109 Avenue involving three vehicles: two SUVs and one sedan, all traveling westbound. The impact points were center front and center back ends, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. A 19-year-old female driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factors twice, highlighting driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying exact violations. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the front and back ends of the vehicles, consistent with a multi-vehicle rear-end crash.
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Taxi Hits Two Bicyclists in Queens Collision▸Dec 5 - A taxi struck two 14-year-old bicyclists traveling west on 112 Street in Queens. Both riders suffered contusions and bruises to abdomen, pelvis, and arm. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 112 Street collided with a bike carrying two 14-year-old males going west. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. Both bicyclists were injured with contusions and bruises to the abdomen, pelvis, and lower arm. Neither bicyclist was ejected from the bike, and both were conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclists were not cited with any contributing factors, and no helmet or crossing signal use was listed as relevant. The taxi driver was licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.
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Distracted Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Jan 8 - A 49-year-old man suffered whole-body injuries and shock after a van hit him at a marked crosswalk on Rockaway Boulevard. The impact came from the van’s left front bumper as it traveled southbound. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal.
According to the police report, a van traveling south on Rockaway Boulevard struck a 49-year-old male pedestrian at a marked crosswalk. The point of impact was the van’s left front bumper, causing injuries to the pedestrian’s entire body and leaving him in shock with minor bleeding. The pedestrian was crossing the street without a crossing signal. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not cite any driver errors explicitly. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle straight ahead. The collision highlights the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle movements intersect with pedestrian paths.
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Taxi and Sedan Ignore Signs, Kill Woman, Injure Baby▸Dec 28 - Metal shrieked on Lefferts Boulevard. A taxi and sedan collided, crushing a woman and breaking a baby’s legs. Both were off the roadway. The drivers missed the signs. One woman dead. One child maimed. The city’s danger, laid bare.
A deadly crash unfolded on Lefferts Boulevard near 115th Avenue in Queens when a taxi and a sedan collided, according to the police report. The impact killed a 51-year-old woman and left a baby boy with broken legs. Both victims were pedestrians and, as the report states, 'not in the roadway' at the time of the crash. The police report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for both drivers. The narrative underscores that 'the drivers missed the signs,' highlighting systemic failures in driver compliance with traffic controls. The collision’s violence—'metal screamed'—left one woman dead from crush injuries and a child with severe leg trauma. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver error and the lethal consequences for those outside the vehicles.
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Alcohol-Fueled Sedan Crash Breaks Driver’s Leg▸Dec 27 - Two sedans smashed on Liberty Avenue. A 24-year-old driver’s leg shattered. Police cite alcohol and vehicle errors. Metal twisted. One man hurt. Streets stayed silent. No one walked away clean.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Queens at 3:45 AM. The 24-year-old male driver suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. Police list 'Alcohol Involvement' and multiple 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing causes, pointing to driver errors. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a factor. The crash left one driver with serious leg injuries, underscoring the danger of driver actions behind the wheel.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 23 - A 51-year-old woman suffered a concussion and arm injuries when a sedan made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s improper lane usage caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 131 Street near Liberty Avenue in Queens struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at 7:24 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The driver was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error in lane management during the turn. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions.
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Bus Turns Left, Crushes Pedestrian in Queens▸Dec 18 - A city bus swung left on Lefferts. Steel met flesh. A woman, sixty-four, crossing with the light, was struck and crushed. She stayed conscious as the signal blinked. The street swallowed her pain. The driver failed to yield.
At the corner of Lefferts Boulevard and 133rd Avenue in Queens, a bus making a left turn struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, 'A bus turned left. A 64-year-old woman walked with the light. The bumper struck her full. Her body crushed. She stayed awake.' The crash occurred at 18:28. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The impact point was the bus’s left front bumper. The pedestrian’s actions—crossing with the signal—are noted in the report, but the driver’s failure to yield is the primary factor cited by police. No contributing behaviors are attributed to the victim.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 109 Avenue▸Dec 17 - A southbound SUV struck the rear of a slowing sedan on 109 Avenue. Both drivers suffered injuries including back and leg trauma. Police cited following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 109 Avenue involving a 2022 Honda SUV and a 2017 Hyundai sedan, both traveling south. The SUV driver, a 22-year-old male with a permit license, was following too closely and struck the sedan's center back end as it was slowing or stopping. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old female licensed driver, was also slowing or stopping but had to react to an uninvolved vehicle, contributing to the collision. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, while the sedan driver sustained contusions to the knee and lower leg. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report highlights driver errors including following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as the primary causes, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Dec 12 - An 11-year-old girl suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 109 Avenue and 127 Street around 16:05. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a sedan traveling west struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The driver, a male with a permit license, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—as central to this collision, with the pedestrian crossing against the signal noted but not framed as a cause.
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Chain Collision on 109 Avenue Injures Driver▸Dec 8 - Three vehicles collided head-to-back on 109 Avenue. A 19-year-old female driver suffered neck abrasions but was conscious. Police cite multiple vehicular factors as causes. The crash involved SUVs and a sedan, all traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on 109 Avenue involving three vehicles: two SUVs and one sedan, all traveling westbound. The impact points were center front and center back ends, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. A 19-year-old female driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factors twice, highlighting driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying exact violations. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the front and back ends of the vehicles, consistent with a multi-vehicle rear-end crash.
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Taxi Hits Two Bicyclists in Queens Collision▸Dec 5 - A taxi struck two 14-year-old bicyclists traveling west on 112 Street in Queens. Both riders suffered contusions and bruises to abdomen, pelvis, and arm. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 112 Street collided with a bike carrying two 14-year-old males going west. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. Both bicyclists were injured with contusions and bruises to the abdomen, pelvis, and lower arm. Neither bicyclist was ejected from the bike, and both were conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclists were not cited with any contributing factors, and no helmet or crossing signal use was listed as relevant. The taxi driver was licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.
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Distracted Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Dec 28 - Metal shrieked on Lefferts Boulevard. A taxi and sedan collided, crushing a woman and breaking a baby’s legs. Both were off the roadway. The drivers missed the signs. One woman dead. One child maimed. The city’s danger, laid bare.
A deadly crash unfolded on Lefferts Boulevard near 115th Avenue in Queens when a taxi and a sedan collided, according to the police report. The impact killed a 51-year-old woman and left a baby boy with broken legs. Both victims were pedestrians and, as the report states, 'not in the roadway' at the time of the crash. The police report cites 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for both drivers. The narrative underscores that 'the drivers missed the signs,' highlighting systemic failures in driver compliance with traffic controls. The collision’s violence—'metal screamed'—left one woman dead from crush injuries and a child with severe leg trauma. The report does not list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on driver error and the lethal consequences for those outside the vehicles.
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Alcohol-Fueled Sedan Crash Breaks Driver’s Leg▸Dec 27 - Two sedans smashed on Liberty Avenue. A 24-year-old driver’s leg shattered. Police cite alcohol and vehicle errors. Metal twisted. One man hurt. Streets stayed silent. No one walked away clean.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Queens at 3:45 AM. The 24-year-old male driver suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. Police list 'Alcohol Involvement' and multiple 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing causes, pointing to driver errors. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a factor. The crash left one driver with serious leg injuries, underscoring the danger of driver actions behind the wheel.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 23 - A 51-year-old woman suffered a concussion and arm injuries when a sedan made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s improper lane usage caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 131 Street near Liberty Avenue in Queens struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at 7:24 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The driver was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error in lane management during the turn. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions.
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Bus Turns Left, Crushes Pedestrian in Queens▸Dec 18 - A city bus swung left on Lefferts. Steel met flesh. A woman, sixty-four, crossing with the light, was struck and crushed. She stayed conscious as the signal blinked. The street swallowed her pain. The driver failed to yield.
At the corner of Lefferts Boulevard and 133rd Avenue in Queens, a bus making a left turn struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, 'A bus turned left. A 64-year-old woman walked with the light. The bumper struck her full. Her body crushed. She stayed awake.' The crash occurred at 18:28. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The impact point was the bus’s left front bumper. The pedestrian’s actions—crossing with the signal—are noted in the report, but the driver’s failure to yield is the primary factor cited by police. No contributing behaviors are attributed to the victim.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 109 Avenue▸Dec 17 - A southbound SUV struck the rear of a slowing sedan on 109 Avenue. Both drivers suffered injuries including back and leg trauma. Police cited following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 109 Avenue involving a 2022 Honda SUV and a 2017 Hyundai sedan, both traveling south. The SUV driver, a 22-year-old male with a permit license, was following too closely and struck the sedan's center back end as it was slowing or stopping. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old female licensed driver, was also slowing or stopping but had to react to an uninvolved vehicle, contributing to the collision. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, while the sedan driver sustained contusions to the knee and lower leg. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report highlights driver errors including following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as the primary causes, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Dec 12 - An 11-year-old girl suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 109 Avenue and 127 Street around 16:05. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a sedan traveling west struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The driver, a male with a permit license, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—as central to this collision, with the pedestrian crossing against the signal noted but not framed as a cause.
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Chain Collision on 109 Avenue Injures Driver▸Dec 8 - Three vehicles collided head-to-back on 109 Avenue. A 19-year-old female driver suffered neck abrasions but was conscious. Police cite multiple vehicular factors as causes. The crash involved SUVs and a sedan, all traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on 109 Avenue involving three vehicles: two SUVs and one sedan, all traveling westbound. The impact points were center front and center back ends, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. A 19-year-old female driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factors twice, highlighting driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying exact violations. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the front and back ends of the vehicles, consistent with a multi-vehicle rear-end crash.
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Taxi Hits Two Bicyclists in Queens Collision▸Dec 5 - A taxi struck two 14-year-old bicyclists traveling west on 112 Street in Queens. Both riders suffered contusions and bruises to abdomen, pelvis, and arm. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 112 Street collided with a bike carrying two 14-year-old males going west. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. Both bicyclists were injured with contusions and bruises to the abdomen, pelvis, and lower arm. Neither bicyclist was ejected from the bike, and both were conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclists were not cited with any contributing factors, and no helmet or crossing signal use was listed as relevant. The taxi driver was licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.
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Distracted Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Dec 27 - Two sedans smashed on Liberty Avenue. A 24-year-old driver’s leg shattered. Police cite alcohol and vehicle errors. Metal twisted. One man hurt. Streets stayed silent. No one walked away clean.
According to the police report, two sedans collided on Liberty Avenue in Queens at 3:45 AM. The 24-year-old male driver suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee and lower leg. Police list 'Alcohol Involvement' and multiple 'Other Vehicular' factors as contributing causes, pointing to driver errors. The injured driver was conscious and not ejected. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report does not mention any victim behavior as a factor. The crash left one driver with serious leg injuries, underscoring the danger of driver actions behind the wheel.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 23 - A 51-year-old woman suffered a concussion and arm injuries when a sedan made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s improper lane usage caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 131 Street near Liberty Avenue in Queens struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at 7:24 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The driver was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error in lane management during the turn. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions.
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Bus Turns Left, Crushes Pedestrian in Queens▸Dec 18 - A city bus swung left on Lefferts. Steel met flesh. A woman, sixty-four, crossing with the light, was struck and crushed. She stayed conscious as the signal blinked. The street swallowed her pain. The driver failed to yield.
At the corner of Lefferts Boulevard and 133rd Avenue in Queens, a bus making a left turn struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, 'A bus turned left. A 64-year-old woman walked with the light. The bumper struck her full. Her body crushed. She stayed awake.' The crash occurred at 18:28. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The impact point was the bus’s left front bumper. The pedestrian’s actions—crossing with the signal—are noted in the report, but the driver’s failure to yield is the primary factor cited by police. No contributing behaviors are attributed to the victim.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 109 Avenue▸Dec 17 - A southbound SUV struck the rear of a slowing sedan on 109 Avenue. Both drivers suffered injuries including back and leg trauma. Police cited following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 109 Avenue involving a 2022 Honda SUV and a 2017 Hyundai sedan, both traveling south. The SUV driver, a 22-year-old male with a permit license, was following too closely and struck the sedan's center back end as it was slowing or stopping. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old female licensed driver, was also slowing or stopping but had to react to an uninvolved vehicle, contributing to the collision. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, while the sedan driver sustained contusions to the knee and lower leg. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report highlights driver errors including following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as the primary causes, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Dec 12 - An 11-year-old girl suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 109 Avenue and 127 Street around 16:05. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a sedan traveling west struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The driver, a male with a permit license, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—as central to this collision, with the pedestrian crossing against the signal noted but not framed as a cause.
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Chain Collision on 109 Avenue Injures Driver▸Dec 8 - Three vehicles collided head-to-back on 109 Avenue. A 19-year-old female driver suffered neck abrasions but was conscious. Police cite multiple vehicular factors as causes. The crash involved SUVs and a sedan, all traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on 109 Avenue involving three vehicles: two SUVs and one sedan, all traveling westbound. The impact points were center front and center back ends, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. A 19-year-old female driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factors twice, highlighting driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying exact violations. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the front and back ends of the vehicles, consistent with a multi-vehicle rear-end crash.
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Taxi Hits Two Bicyclists in Queens Collision▸Dec 5 - A taxi struck two 14-year-old bicyclists traveling west on 112 Street in Queens. Both riders suffered contusions and bruises to abdomen, pelvis, and arm. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 112 Street collided with a bike carrying two 14-year-old males going west. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. Both bicyclists were injured with contusions and bruises to the abdomen, pelvis, and lower arm. Neither bicyclist was ejected from the bike, and both were conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclists were not cited with any contributing factors, and no helmet or crossing signal use was listed as relevant. The taxi driver was licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.
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Distracted Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Dec 23 - A 51-year-old woman suffered a concussion and arm injuries when a sedan made a left turn and struck her at an intersection. The driver’s improper lane usage caused the collision despite the pedestrian crossing with the signal.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on 131 Street near Liberty Avenue in Queens struck a 51-year-old female pedestrian at 7:24 p.m. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the collision occurred. The driver was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with the center front end of the vehicle. The report cites "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor to the crash, indicating driver error in lane management during the turn. The pedestrian sustained a concussion and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand but remained conscious. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not attribute any contributing factors to the pedestrian’s actions.
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Bus Turns Left, Crushes Pedestrian in Queens▸Dec 18 - A city bus swung left on Lefferts. Steel met flesh. A woman, sixty-four, crossing with the light, was struck and crushed. She stayed conscious as the signal blinked. The street swallowed her pain. The driver failed to yield.
At the corner of Lefferts Boulevard and 133rd Avenue in Queens, a bus making a left turn struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, 'A bus turned left. A 64-year-old woman walked with the light. The bumper struck her full. Her body crushed. She stayed awake.' The crash occurred at 18:28. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The impact point was the bus’s left front bumper. The pedestrian’s actions—crossing with the signal—are noted in the report, but the driver’s failure to yield is the primary factor cited by police. No contributing behaviors are attributed to the victim.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 109 Avenue▸Dec 17 - A southbound SUV struck the rear of a slowing sedan on 109 Avenue. Both drivers suffered injuries including back and leg trauma. Police cited following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 109 Avenue involving a 2022 Honda SUV and a 2017 Hyundai sedan, both traveling south. The SUV driver, a 22-year-old male with a permit license, was following too closely and struck the sedan's center back end as it was slowing or stopping. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old female licensed driver, was also slowing or stopping but had to react to an uninvolved vehicle, contributing to the collision. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, while the sedan driver sustained contusions to the knee and lower leg. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report highlights driver errors including following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as the primary causes, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Dec 12 - An 11-year-old girl suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 109 Avenue and 127 Street around 16:05. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a sedan traveling west struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The driver, a male with a permit license, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—as central to this collision, with the pedestrian crossing against the signal noted but not framed as a cause.
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Chain Collision on 109 Avenue Injures Driver▸Dec 8 - Three vehicles collided head-to-back on 109 Avenue. A 19-year-old female driver suffered neck abrasions but was conscious. Police cite multiple vehicular factors as causes. The crash involved SUVs and a sedan, all traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on 109 Avenue involving three vehicles: two SUVs and one sedan, all traveling westbound. The impact points were center front and center back ends, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. A 19-year-old female driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factors twice, highlighting driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying exact violations. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the front and back ends of the vehicles, consistent with a multi-vehicle rear-end crash.
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Taxi Hits Two Bicyclists in Queens Collision▸Dec 5 - A taxi struck two 14-year-old bicyclists traveling west on 112 Street in Queens. Both riders suffered contusions and bruises to abdomen, pelvis, and arm. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 112 Street collided with a bike carrying two 14-year-old males going west. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. Both bicyclists were injured with contusions and bruises to the abdomen, pelvis, and lower arm. Neither bicyclist was ejected from the bike, and both were conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclists were not cited with any contributing factors, and no helmet or crossing signal use was listed as relevant. The taxi driver was licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.
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Distracted Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Dec 18 - A city bus swung left on Lefferts. Steel met flesh. A woman, sixty-four, crossing with the light, was struck and crushed. She stayed conscious as the signal blinked. The street swallowed her pain. The driver failed to yield.
At the corner of Lefferts Boulevard and 133rd Avenue in Queens, a bus making a left turn struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. According to the police report, 'A bus turned left. A 64-year-old woman walked with the light. The bumper struck her full. Her body crushed. She stayed awake.' The crash occurred at 18:28. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman suffered crush injuries to her entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The impact point was the bus’s left front bumper. The pedestrian’s actions—crossing with the signal—are noted in the report, but the driver’s failure to yield is the primary factor cited by police. No contributing behaviors are attributed to the victim.
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SUV Rear-Ends Sedan on 109 Avenue▸Dec 17 - A southbound SUV struck the rear of a slowing sedan on 109 Avenue. Both drivers suffered injuries including back and leg trauma. Police cited following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 109 Avenue involving a 2022 Honda SUV and a 2017 Hyundai sedan, both traveling south. The SUV driver, a 22-year-old male with a permit license, was following too closely and struck the sedan's center back end as it was slowing or stopping. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old female licensed driver, was also slowing or stopping but had to react to an uninvolved vehicle, contributing to the collision. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, while the sedan driver sustained contusions to the knee and lower leg. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report highlights driver errors including following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as the primary causes, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Dec 12 - An 11-year-old girl suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 109 Avenue and 127 Street around 16:05. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a sedan traveling west struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The driver, a male with a permit license, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—as central to this collision, with the pedestrian crossing against the signal noted but not framed as a cause.
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Chain Collision on 109 Avenue Injures Driver▸Dec 8 - Three vehicles collided head-to-back on 109 Avenue. A 19-year-old female driver suffered neck abrasions but was conscious. Police cite multiple vehicular factors as causes. The crash involved SUVs and a sedan, all traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on 109 Avenue involving three vehicles: two SUVs and one sedan, all traveling westbound. The impact points were center front and center back ends, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. A 19-year-old female driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factors twice, highlighting driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying exact violations. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the front and back ends of the vehicles, consistent with a multi-vehicle rear-end crash.
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Taxi Hits Two Bicyclists in Queens Collision▸Dec 5 - A taxi struck two 14-year-old bicyclists traveling west on 112 Street in Queens. Both riders suffered contusions and bruises to abdomen, pelvis, and arm. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 112 Street collided with a bike carrying two 14-year-old males going west. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. Both bicyclists were injured with contusions and bruises to the abdomen, pelvis, and lower arm. Neither bicyclist was ejected from the bike, and both were conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclists were not cited with any contributing factors, and no helmet or crossing signal use was listed as relevant. The taxi driver was licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.
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Distracted Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Dec 17 - A southbound SUV struck the rear of a slowing sedan on 109 Avenue. Both drivers suffered injuries including back and leg trauma. Police cited following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as key factors in the collision.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 109 Avenue involving a 2022 Honda SUV and a 2017 Hyundai sedan, both traveling south. The SUV driver, a 22-year-old male with a permit license, was following too closely and struck the sedan's center back end as it was slowing or stopping. The sedan driver, a 26-year-old female licensed driver, was also slowing or stopping but had to react to an uninvolved vehicle, contributing to the collision. Both drivers were injured: the SUV driver suffered back injuries and whiplash, while the sedan driver sustained contusions to the knee and lower leg. Neither occupant was ejected, and both remained conscious. The report highlights driver errors including following too closely and reaction to uninvolved vehicle as the primary causes, with no contributing victim behaviors noted.
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Sedan Hits 11-Year-Old Pedestrian Crossing▸Dec 12 - An 11-year-old girl suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 109 Avenue and 127 Street around 16:05. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a sedan traveling west struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The driver, a male with a permit license, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—as central to this collision, with the pedestrian crossing against the signal noted but not framed as a cause.
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Chain Collision on 109 Avenue Injures Driver▸Dec 8 - Three vehicles collided head-to-back on 109 Avenue. A 19-year-old female driver suffered neck abrasions but was conscious. Police cite multiple vehicular factors as causes. The crash involved SUVs and a sedan, all traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on 109 Avenue involving three vehicles: two SUVs and one sedan, all traveling westbound. The impact points were center front and center back ends, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. A 19-year-old female driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factors twice, highlighting driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying exact violations. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the front and back ends of the vehicles, consistent with a multi-vehicle rear-end crash.
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Taxi Hits Two Bicyclists in Queens Collision▸Dec 5 - A taxi struck two 14-year-old bicyclists traveling west on 112 Street in Queens. Both riders suffered contusions and bruises to abdomen, pelvis, and arm. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 112 Street collided with a bike carrying two 14-year-old males going west. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. Both bicyclists were injured with contusions and bruises to the abdomen, pelvis, and lower arm. Neither bicyclist was ejected from the bike, and both were conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclists were not cited with any contributing factors, and no helmet or crossing signal use was listed as relevant. The taxi driver was licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.
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Distracted Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Dec 12 - An 11-year-old girl suffered knee and lower leg injuries after a sedan struck her at an intersection. The driver failed to yield and was driving at unsafe speed. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when the collision occurred.
According to the police report, an 11-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 109 Avenue and 127 Street around 16:05. The pedestrian was crossing against the signal when a sedan traveling west struck her with its left front bumper. The report cites the driver's failure to yield right-of-way and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The driver, a male with a permit license, was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot, and remained conscious. Vehicle damage was reported as none. The report highlights driver errors—unsafe speed and failure to yield—as central to this collision, with the pedestrian crossing against the signal noted but not framed as a cause.
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Chain Collision on 109 Avenue Injures Driver▸Dec 8 - Three vehicles collided head-to-back on 109 Avenue. A 19-year-old female driver suffered neck abrasions but was conscious. Police cite multiple vehicular factors as causes. The crash involved SUVs and a sedan, all traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on 109 Avenue involving three vehicles: two SUVs and one sedan, all traveling westbound. The impact points were center front and center back ends, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. A 19-year-old female driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factors twice, highlighting driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying exact violations. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the front and back ends of the vehicles, consistent with a multi-vehicle rear-end crash.
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Taxi Hits Two Bicyclists in Queens Collision▸Dec 5 - A taxi struck two 14-year-old bicyclists traveling west on 112 Street in Queens. Both riders suffered contusions and bruises to abdomen, pelvis, and arm. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 112 Street collided with a bike carrying two 14-year-old males going west. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. Both bicyclists were injured with contusions and bruises to the abdomen, pelvis, and lower arm. Neither bicyclist was ejected from the bike, and both were conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclists were not cited with any contributing factors, and no helmet or crossing signal use was listed as relevant. The taxi driver was licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.
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Distracted Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Dec 8 - Three vehicles collided head-to-back on 109 Avenue. A 19-year-old female driver suffered neck abrasions but was conscious. Police cite multiple vehicular factors as causes. The crash involved SUVs and a sedan, all traveling westbound.
According to the police report, a chain collision occurred on 109 Avenue involving three vehicles: two SUVs and one sedan, all traveling westbound. The impact points were center front and center back ends, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. A 19-year-old female driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, sustained neck abrasions and was conscious after the crash. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as the contributing factors twice, highlighting driver or vehicle-related errors without specifying exact violations. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved, and no victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. The collision caused damage primarily to the front and back ends of the vehicles, consistent with a multi-vehicle rear-end crash.
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Taxi Hits Two Bicyclists in Queens Collision▸Dec 5 - A taxi struck two 14-year-old bicyclists traveling west on 112 Street in Queens. Both riders suffered contusions and bruises to abdomen, pelvis, and arm. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 112 Street collided with a bike carrying two 14-year-old males going west. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. Both bicyclists were injured with contusions and bruises to the abdomen, pelvis, and lower arm. Neither bicyclist was ejected from the bike, and both were conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclists were not cited with any contributing factors, and no helmet or crossing signal use was listed as relevant. The taxi driver was licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.
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Distracted Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Dec 5 - A taxi struck two 14-year-old bicyclists traveling west on 112 Street in Queens. Both riders suffered contusions and bruises to abdomen, pelvis, and arm. Police cite driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash.
According to the police report, a taxi traveling south on 112 Street collided with a bike carrying two 14-year-old males going west. The point of impact was the taxi's left front bumper and the bike's center front end. Both bicyclists were injured with contusions and bruises to the abdomen, pelvis, and lower arm. Neither bicyclist was ejected from the bike, and both were conscious after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclists were not cited with any contributing factors, and no helmet or crossing signal use was listed as relevant. The taxi driver was licensed in New York and traveling straight ahead when the collision occurred.
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Distracted Truck Hits Pedestrian Crossing Signal▸Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Dec 4 - A pick-up truck struck a 58-year-old man crossing Liberty Ave with the signal. Driver inattention and speed left the pedestrian bruised and hurt in the abdomen and pelvis. The street became a danger zone.
According to the police report, a pick-up truck heading south on Liberty Ave struck a 58-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing at the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the abdomen and pelvis. The report lists driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The truck hit the pedestrian with its center front end while going straight. No fault is attributed to the pedestrian’s actions. The crash underscores the risk posed by distracted, speeding drivers at city intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Dec 3 - A 27-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing at an intersection with the signal. The impact fractured his knee and lower leg. The driver’s unsafe speed and lane changes caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian severely injured.
According to the police report, a 27-year-old male pedestrian was injured at an intersection on Cross Bay Blvd in Queens at 8:49 PM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a sedan traveling north struck him with its right front bumper. The report cites the driver’s unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors. The pedestrian suffered a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The sedan was damaged at the right front bumper. The driver was going straight ahead before impact. No pedestrian fault or helmet use was mentioned as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by driver errors such as speeding and unsafe lane changes in urban intersections.
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Sedan Turning Improperly Injures Three Passengers▸Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Dec 2 - A sedan making a left turn on Woodhaven Blvd in Queens struck an object or vehicle, impacting its right rear quarter panel. Three 22-year-old male occupants suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries spanning entire bodies and lower limbs.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:31 a.m. on Woodhaven Blvd near 103 Ave in Queens. The vehicle involved was a 2022 Toyota sedan traveling westbound, making a left turn improperly. The point of impact was the right rear quarter panel, and the vehicle sustained damage to its right rear bumper. The sedan carried four occupants; three 22-year-old males were injured, including the driver and two passengers. Injuries included contusions and bruises affecting the entire body and lower limbs. None of the occupants were ejected, and all remained conscious. The police report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. No victim behaviors were noted as contributing factors.
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Sedan Rear-Ends Parked SUV on Belt Parkway▸Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Nov 30 - A sedan crashed into a parked SUV on Belt Parkway. Metal screamed. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, suffered crushing injuries. The police report cites following too closely and driver inattention. The night swallowed the wreckage.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling westbound on Belt Parkway slammed into a parked SUV. The report states, 'A sedan slammed into a parked SUV. Metal tore. A 26-year-old man, belted and alone, crushed across the body.' The driver, a 26-year-old man, was injured and remained conscious after the crash, suffering injuries to his entire body. The police report explicitly lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was stationary at the time of the collision, while the sedan was moving straight ahead. The impact crushed the sedan's front end and damaged the SUV's rear. No mention is made of any victim behavior contributing to the crash. The report centers on driver error and the dangers of inattention behind the wheel.
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Rear-End Crash Crushes Woman in Parked Sedan▸Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Nov 28 - Metal slammed metal near Rockaway Boulevard. A parked sedan struck from behind. A 65-year-old woman trapped in the back seat, three others hurt. The midnight air rang with pain, the violence of speed and tailgating written in steel and bone.
According to the police report, two sedans were parked near 110-00 Rockaway Blvd in Queens when one was struck from behind just before midnight. The impact crushed the rear of the vehicle, injuring four occupants. A 65-year-old woman in the back seat suffered crush injuries, along with three others. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for both drivers and a front passenger, underscoring driver error as the primary cause. The narrative details, 'One struck from behind. Metal folded. A 65-year-old woman crushed in the back seat. Three others hurt.' No victim behaviors are cited as contributing factors. The crash exposes the persistent danger of reckless driving, even when vehicles are stationary.
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SUV Side-Impacts U-Turning Car on Foch Boulevard▸Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Nov 27 - A 36-year-old female driver suffered neck injuries and shock when her vehicle was struck on the left side by an SUV traveling straight. The crash occurred during an improper U-turn maneuver, causing center front and left side damage.
According to the police report, the crash happened at 8:35 on Foch Boulevard near I 678. A 36-year-old female driver in a 2016 Honda was making an improper U-turn when her vehicle was struck on the left side doors by a 2021 Acura SUV traveling westbound straight ahead. The impact was to the center front end of the Honda and the left side doors of the SUV. The driver of the Honda sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor to the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted. The SUV driver was licensed and traveling straight, while the Honda driver’s improper turn created the collision risk.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Disregards Traffic Control▸Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.
Nov 25 - An unlicensed male driver of an SUV ignored traffic controls on Rockaway Blvd in Queens, colliding with a sedan. Three vehicle occupants suffered neck and back contusions. Police cite driver inattention and traffic control disregard as primary causes.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:15 PM on Rockaway Blvd in Queens. The unlicensed male driver of a 2003 GMC SUV was traveling west, going straight ahead, when he disregarded traffic control, causing a collision with a northbound 2012 Honda sedan. The SUV's center front end struck the sedan's right rear bumper. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. Three injured occupants—two female passengers aged 63 and 28, and a 24-year-old female driver of the sedan—suffered neck and back contusions but were not ejected. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and systemic danger.