Crash Count for Precinct 107
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,390
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,619
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 583
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 31
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 12
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 107?

Three Dead, Hundreds Hurt—Queens Streets Still Waiting for Action

Three Dead, Hundreds Hurt—Queens Streets Still Waiting for Action

Precinct 107: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 17, 2025

The Toll in Plain Sight

Three dead. Eight seriously hurt. In the past year, the streets of Precinct 107 have not spared the young or the old. A 20-year-old cyclist was killed on 164th Street, struck by an SUV. A 21-year-old passenger died after being thrown from a moped on 73rd Avenue. A 73-year-old man lost his life behind the wheel on the Long Island Expressway. The numbers do not flinch: 1,292 crashes, 838 injuries, 8 serious injuries, 3 deaths—all in just the last twelve months (NYC Open Data).

Recent Crashes, Unanswered

Last summer, a young man on a bike was hit and killed by a Jeep SUV on 164th Street. He was ejected. He died at the scene. No helmet, no armor, just flesh and bone against steel (NYC Open Data).

In August, a moped passenger was thrown and killed. The crash report lists one cause: unsafe speed (NYC Open Data).

On Union Turnpike, a pedestrian was struck while pushing a car. He did not survive. The street did not forgive a moment’s distraction (NYC Open Data).

Leadership: Promises and Silence

Local leaders have the tools. They can lower speed limits, redesign streets, and enforce the law. But the pace is slow. The city has started to roll out 20 mph zones and expand speed cameras, but not everywhere, not fast enough. The police can crack down on speeding, failure to yield, and reckless driving. They can target crash hotspots. They just need to act.

After a recent bus crash in Queens, a passenger described the chaos: “I was all the way in the back and all of a sudden the bus hit the curb… I went this way and that way and banged into the side of the bus.” Another rider called it “very devastating for the people that were on the bus.”

What Comes Next

Every crash is preventable. Every death is a failure. The police in Precinct 107 can enforce the law. Local leaders can set safer speeds and redesign deadly streets. Residents can demand action. Call your council member. Call the precinct. Do not wait for another name to become a number.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 107 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Queens, city council district District 24, assembly district AD 24 and state senate district SD 11.
Which areas are in Precinct 107?
It includes the Kew Gardens Hills, Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest, Fresh Meadows-Utopia, Jamaica Estates-Holliswood, Jamaica Hills-Briarwood, Mount Hebron & Cedar Grove Cemeteries, Cunningham Park, and Queens CB8 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 23 and District 24, Assembly Districts AD 24, AD 25, and AD 27, and State Senate Districts SD 11, SD 14, and SD 16.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 107?
Cars and SUVs: 1 death, 206 minor injuries, 106 moderate injuries, 9 serious injuries, 322 total incidents. Trucks and Buses: 1 death, 4 minor injuries, 7 moderate injuries, 0 serious injuries, 12 total incidents. Motorcycles and Mopeds: No deaths, 2 minor injuries, 1 moderate injury, 0 serious injuries, 3 total incidents. Bikes: No deaths, 0 minor injuries, 1 moderate injury, 0 serious injuries, 1 total incident.
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 107 can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and respond to dangerous conditions. They can issue speeding and failure-to-yield tickets, and target known crash hotspots. The police have the tools—they just need to act.
Are crashes just 'accidents'?
No. Every crash is preventable. Speed, distraction, and reckless driving can be stopped with enforcement and safer street design. Every death is a failure, not fate.
What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
They can lower speed limits, redesign dangerous streets, expand automated enforcement, and push for laws that protect people walking and biking. They can demand action from city agencies and the police.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

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Other Representatives

David Weprin
Assembly Member David Weprin
District 24
District Office:
185-06 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows, NY 11366
Legislative Office:
Room 716, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
James F. Gennaro
Council Member James F. Gennaro
District 24
District Office:
185-10 Union Turnpike, Fresh Meadows, NY 11366
718-217-4969
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1833, New York, NY 10007
212-788-6956
Twitter: JamesGennaro
Toby Stavisky
State Senator Toby Stavisky
District 11
District Office:
134-01 20th Avenue 2nd Floor, College Point, NY 11356
Legislative Office:
Room 913, Legislative Office Building 188 State St., Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 107 Police Precinct 107 sits in Queens, District 24, AD 24, SD 11.

It contains Queens CB8, Kew Gardens Hills, Pomonok-Electchester-Hillcrest, Fresh Meadows-Utopia, Jamaica Estates-Holliswood, Jamaica Hills-Briarwood, Mount Hebron & Cedar Grove Cemeteries, Cunningham Park.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 107

Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute

A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man in Ozone Park. The driver fled, then turned himself in. Police say the crash followed a heated confrontation. The victim died at Jamaica Hospital.

ABC7 reported on August 1, 2025, that a 23-year-old man died after being hit by a car at 101st Avenue and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. Police said the incident followed a domestic dispute. The driver, who was the woman's current boyfriend, told police the victim approached his car "while flashing what appeared to be a gun" and was struck as the driver tried to leave. The driver later went to the police. No charges had been filed as of publication, with the district attorney still reviewing the case. The crash highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used during conflicts.


Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway

Water rose fast. Cars stranded. People climbed roofs to escape. Rescue teams pulled them out. Rain hammered Queens. The road drowned, then cleared. Danger came quick. Relief came late.

ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that flash flooding trapped drivers on the Clearview Expressway in Queens. Video showed people perched atop cars, waiting for rescue. A witness described, "10 feet deep, people sitting on top of cars, 6 or 7." Mayor Eric Adams declared a localized State of Emergency. The flooding left vehicles stranded and forced emergency response. The article highlights the risk of sudden, severe weather overwhelming city infrastructure, stranding vulnerable road users in harm’s way.


Box Truck and SUV Crash Injures Five on Expressway

Box truck and SUV collided on Long Island Expressway. Five passengers hurt. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal, glass, pain. System failed the vulnerable again.

A box truck and an SUV crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. Five people, all passengers, suffered injuries to the neck, back, and legs. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as a contributing factor. The SUV driver held only a permit. Both vehicles were traveling east. The impact left metal twisted and passengers in pain. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The system put vulnerable passengers at risk, and the road delivered pain.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4831133 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Overturns in High-Speed Hillside Ave Crash

Two cars slammed head-on on Hillside Ave. SUV flipped. Three people hurt, neck injuries and bruises. Police cite unsafe speed. Metal twisted, lives shaken, danger clear.

A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at 205-19 Hillside Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the SUV overturned. Three people were injured: a 74-year-old woman suffered a neck bruise as a passenger, and both drivers, a 35-year-old woman and a 29-year-old man, reported neck pain. Police list 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The force of the crash left the SUV overturned and all involved shaken.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830577 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Cyclist on Parsons Boulevard

A sedan hit a cyclist on Parsons Boulevard. The cyclist suffered a concussion. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy. The system failed to protect the vulnerable.

A sedan and a bike collided at Parsons Boulevard and 79th Avenue in Queens. The 32-year-old male cyclist was injured, suffering a concussion. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan’s left front quarter panel struck the bike’s center front end. No driver errors were specified in the report. The cyclist was not using any safety equipment. The crash highlights the ongoing danger for cyclists on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830480 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Distracted SUV Drivers Injure Children and Adults

Three SUVs collided on 188th Street. Children and adults hurt. Police cite driver inattention and fatigue. Metal struck metal. Faces and heads bruised. Shock and pain followed. System failed the vulnerable.

Three SUVs crashed near 87-18 188th Street in Queens. According to the police report, drivers were inattentive and fatigued. Multiple people were injured, including a 7-year-old girl with facial bruises, a 13-year-old girl with a concussion, and a baby with unknown injuries. A 41-year-old woman suffered head trauma and whiplash. Other adults and teens were also hurt. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as contributing factors. Lap belts, harnesses, and a child restraint were used, but these are noted only after the driver errors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830479 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Rear-End Crash on Van Wyck Expressway Injures Passengers

Two sedans slammed together on Van Wyck. Passengers took the hit. Neck injuries, bruises. Police say drivers followed too close. Metal crumpled. Safety failed. System let them down.

A rear-end collision involving two sedans on Van Wyck Expressway in Queens left multiple passengers injured. According to the police report, both drivers were 'Following Too Closely.' One passenger suffered neck injuries and a bruise, another reported whiplash. The crash involved adults and a child, all listed as occupants. The impact struck the center front and back ends of the vehicles. Driver error—following too closely—was the sole contributing factor cited in the report. No other causes were listed.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828565 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Teen Cyclists at Queens Intersection

A speeding sedan hit two teen cyclists at 61-24 190 St. Both boys were hurt. Police cite unsafe speed and traffic control ignored. Metal met flesh. The street did not forgive.

Two teenage boys riding a bike were struck by a sedan at 61-24 190 St in Queens. Both cyclists, ages 14 and 15, suffered injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved unsafe speed and disregard for traffic control. The sedan, driven by a 39-year-old woman, hit the cyclists as both vehicles went straight. The police report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. Neither cyclist wore safety equipment, but the primary causes remain driver error. The crash left bruises and pain. The street became a site of harm.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828474 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Box Truck Slams Sedan on Expressway in Queens

Box truck struck sedan’s rear on Long Island Expressway. Three people injured. Impact hit hard. Metal twisted. Passengers shaken. No clear cause listed. System failed to protect.

A box truck crashed into the back of a sedan on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. Three people were injured: a 31-year-old male passenger with hip and leg injuries, an 18-year-old female passenger with injuries to her entire body, and a 37-year-old female driver with shoulder and arm injuries. According to the police report, both vehicles were traveling east and going straight ahead when the collision occurred. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The impact crushed the sedan’s rear and the truck’s front. No mention of helmet or signal use appears in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828257 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Driver Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Hillside

A driver hit a 67-year-old woman crossing Hillside Ave. She suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention and improper lane use. The street saw blood and confusion. The city failed to protect her.

A 67-year-old woman was struck and injured while crossing near 148-27 Hillside Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a head injury and was semiconscious with minor bleeding. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The vehicle hit her with its left front bumper while traveling west. The pedestrian was not at an intersection or crosswalk. No vehicle damage was reported. The crash highlights driver error and the dangers faced by those on foot.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4828023 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Steering Failure Slams SUV Into Parked Cars

SUV lost steering on 78th Avenue. Driver hurt. Parked cars struck. Metal twisted. Night air thick with shock. System failed. People paid.

A driver in a Mazda SUV lost control due to steering failure and crashed into parked vehicles on 78th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, 'Steering Failure' was the listed contributing factor. One driver, a 52-year-old man, suffered injuries to his entire body and was in shock. Other occupants were listed but their injuries were unspecified. The crash left parked SUVs damaged. No pedestrian or cyclist injuries were reported. The report highlights mechanical failure as the cause, with no mention of helmet or signal use.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827892 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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SUVs Collide on Francis Lewis Boulevard; Two Hurt

Two SUVs crashed on Francis Lewis Boulevard. A driver and a young passenger suffered neck and back injuries. The cause remains unclear. Metal struck metal. Pain followed.

Two station wagons, both SUVs, collided at Francis Lewis Boulevard and 73rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 57-year-old female driver and an 18-year-old female rear passenger were injured, suffering neck and back injuries. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left two people hurt and others shaken, but the police report does not detail what led to the impact. No driver errors are listed in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830426 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Queens

A Jeep SUV hit a 67-year-old woman crossing with the signal on Highland Ave. She suffered a back injury and fractures. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. Danger lingers.

A Jeep SUV making a left turn on Highland Ave struck a 67-year-old woman as she crossed at the intersection with the signal. According to the police report, the pedestrian suffered a back injury and fractures. The driver and a passenger were not seriously hurt. Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. The pedestrian was crossing legally. The report does not mention any other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827850 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Two Sedans Collide on 69th Avenue, Drivers Hurt

Two sedans crashed on 69th Avenue. Both drivers injured. Hip, leg, and neck pain. Four passengers shaken. No cause named. Metal twisted. Sirens cut the night.

Two sedans collided on 69th Avenue near 180th Street in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers—a 30-year-old woman and an 18-year-old man—were injured. The woman suffered hip and leg abrasions. The man reported neck pain and nausea. Four other occupants had unspecified injuries. The crash involved two sedans and two parked SUVs. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The police noted both injured drivers wore lap belts and harnesses. The cause remains unspecified in the official record.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827286 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Cyclist on 148th Street in Queens

SUV hit cyclist at 148th Street and 84th Drive. Cyclist suffered arm injuries. Police cite driver inexperience. Metal met flesh. The street stayed busy.

A station wagon SUV collided with a cyclist at 148th Street and 84th Drive in Queens. The 21-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering abrasions and arm wounds. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was a contributing factor in the crash. The SUV’s right front quarter panel struck the cyclist, who was making a left turn. No other injuries were reported. The data lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826901 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers

Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.

amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.


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Unlicensed Motorcyclist, Passenger Injured in Queens Crash

Motorcycle slammed sedan at 150th Street. Unlicensed rider and passenger hurt. Both wore helmets. Sedan turned left. Police list causes as unspecified.

A motorcycle and a sedan collided at 79-25 150th Street in Queens. The unlicensed motorcycle driver, a 20-year-old man, and his 26-year-old passenger suffered internal injuries. Both wore helmets. The sedan, driven by a licensed man, was making a left turn. According to the police report, contributing factors were listed as 'Unspecified.' The motorcycle struck the sedan's right front quarter panel. No driver errors were specified in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826434 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
2
Truck Slams SUV on Long Island Expressway

Truck plowed into SUV’s rear. Two men hurt, legs battered. Police cite driver distraction. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. Another day, another crash.

A tractor truck struck the back of an SUV on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. Two men, the SUV’s driver and front passenger, suffered leg injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. Both vehicles were traveling east. The truck’s front end hit the SUV’s rear. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left metal crumpled and two people in pain. The police report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830427 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Failure to Yield Injures Three on 180 St

Pick-up and sedan collided at 180 St and 73 Ave. Three women hurt. Head and chest injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal, glass, shock. Queens street, another wound.

A pick-up truck and a sedan crashed at 180 St and 73 Ave in Queens. Three women were injured: a 77-year-old driver suffered a head injury, a 60-year-old driver had chest injuries, and a 16-year-old passenger was hurt. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' caused the collision. Both vehicles were going straight before impact. The report lists no other contributing factors before the crash. The toll: pain, confusion, and another mark on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4826173 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pedestrian Struck Crossing With Signal in Queens

A sedan hit a 66-year-old woman crossing 147th Street with the signal. She suffered a leg injury. Police cite driver inattention and failure to yield. The street stayed open. The car showed no damage.

A 66-year-old pedestrian was injured when a sedan struck her as she crossed 147th Street at Union Turnpike in Queens. According to the police report, the woman was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 21-year-old woman, failed to yield and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered an abrasion to her lower leg and remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The vehicle, a 2010 Toyota sedan registered in New Jersey, showed no damage. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825869 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04