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 27
▸ Crush Injuries 62
▸ Amputation 2
▸ Severe Bleeding 17
▸ Severe Lacerations 5
▸ Concussion 22
▸ Whiplash 115
▸ Contusion/Bruise 198
▸ Abrasion 191
▸ Pain/Nausea 46
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.
Caught Speeding Recently in Precinct 109
- 2024 Gray Honda Suburban (LPH4200) – 150 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2025 Black Porsche Utility Vehicle (QDI1S) – 113 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Gray Toyota Suburban (LCT3025) – 84 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2024 Gray Chevrolet Tow (18045TV) – 69 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2025 White Nissan Sedan (LUV7184) – 51 times • 1 in last 90d here
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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Left turns, broken bodies: Precinct 109’s slow bleed
Precinct 109: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 1, 2025
A man crossing at College Point Blvd and 41 Ave went down after a driver changed lanes and hit him on Sep 26. Police recorded him as 69, conscious, with an abrasion to his arm NYC Open Data.
This Week
- A driver in an SUV entered a parked position and hit a woman on an e‑bike at Franklin Ave and Union St on Sep 26 NYC Open Data.
- A left‑turning SUV hit a 3‑year‑old girl and a 28‑year‑old woman who were crossing with the signal at Elder Ave and Main St on Sep 25; both were recorded with crush injuries NYC Open Data.
- Another left‑turning driver in a sedan hit a 30‑year‑old man crossing with the signal at 43 Ave and 162 St on Sep 24 NYC Open Data.
The count in this precinct
Since Jan 1, 2022, crashes in Precinct 109 total 8,010, with 4,362 injured and 27 dead, including 109 serious injuries NYC Open Data. People walking bear a heavy share: 14 pedestrians and 3 people on bikes are among the dead here; hundreds more are hurt NYC Open Data.
The danger clusters. Whitestone Expressway and Northern Boulevard are among the worst corridors named in this precinct’s records, along with College Point Boulevard and Main St NYC Open Data.
The pattern at the corner
Left turns keep breaking bodies. Police records list “failure to yield” by drivers in at least 100 injury cases here since 2022, with 1 death tied to that factor NYC Open Data.
Nights are cruel. The death count peaks around 9 PM in this precinct’s hourly breakdown, with additional spikes at the evening rush and later hours NYC Open Data.
Known fixes, delayed at the curb
Precinct 109 can target the turns and crosswalks that keep showing up. Hardened left‑turns, daylighting at corners, and leading pedestrian intervals at the signals would slow drivers and give people on foot a head start. Focused enforcement on failure‑to‑yield at recurring corners—College Point Blvd at 41 Ave; Main St at Elder Ave—would meet the data where it is NYC Open Data.
Citywide tools exist. The city can lower more streets to 20 MPH under Sammy’s Law, and Albany has a bill to force repeat speeders to install speed limiters. The Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045C/A2299C) would require an intelligent speed‑assistance device after 11 DMV points in 18 months or 16 camera tickets in a year, capping speeds to the limit plus 5 MPH CrashCount Take Action.
Who will move first?
This precinct sits in Council District 20, Assembly District 25, and State Senate District 11. Will Council Member Sandra Ung, Assembly Member Nily Rozic, and State Senator Toby Stavisky back and push these steps now? The injuries keep coming. The corners are known.
One more turn. One more body in the crosswalk. It does not have to stay this way. Take one concrete step: ask your reps to slow the streets and rein in repeat speeders here.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ How were these numbers calculated?
▸ Where are the worst spots in Precinct 109?
▸ What fixes would help at these corners?
▸ What can local officials do right now?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons dataset, Vehicles dataset , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-01
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Person - Crashes dataset , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-01
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage - repeat offenders risk, Midwood case , CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Nily Rozic
District 25
Council Member Sandra Ung
District 20
State Senator Toby Stavisky
District 11
▸ Other Geographies
Precinct 109 Police Precinct 109 sits in Queens, District 20, AD 25, SD 11.
It contains Queens CB7, College Point, Whitestone-Beechhurst, Bay Terrace-Clearview, Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing, East Flushing, Queensboro Hill, Flushing-Willets Point, Fort Totten, Kissena Park.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 109
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Driver Fails to Yield, Strikes Teen Pedestrian▸Apr 17 - A driver turning left on Holly Ave hit a 17-year-old girl in a marked crosswalk. She was conscious, hurt across her body. Police cite failure to yield. The car showed no damage.
A 17-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured while crossing Holly Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the teen in a marked crosswalk. The girl suffered abrasions and injuries to her entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle's front end struck her, yet showed no damage. Two vehicle occupants were also listed in the report, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor.
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SUV and Sedan Collide at 18th Avenue in Queens▸Apr 16 - SUV and sedan crashed on 18th Avenue. Elderly driver hurt, hip and leg struck. Child and two women also involved. Police list no clear cause. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan and an SUV collided at 209-80 18th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. A child and two other women were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The sedan was making a left turn; the SUV was parked. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The police report does not specify fault or further details. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness.
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SUVs Collide in Queens, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Apr 16 - Two SUVs crashed on 33rd Avenue. One driver, age seventy-nine, suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe backing and speed. Metal bent. Lives shaken. System failed to protect.
Two station wagons collided at 160-16 33rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a seventy-nine-year-old woman driving one SUV was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Four others, including drivers and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police cite 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No other causes were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers reverse without care and speed is unchecked. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist on Linden Place▸Apr 16 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Linden Place. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal met flesh. The street stayed silent.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at Linden Place and 28th Avenue in Queens. The 40-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the cyclist, who was heading north. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the report lists driver inattention as the cause. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
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Inexperienced Drivers Collide on Union Street▸Apr 11 - Two sedans crashed on Union Street. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Union Street and 41 Avenue in Queens. A 21-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one car with right side door damage and the other with a damaged front bumper. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights driver inexperience as the key error behind the crash.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Off Barclay Ave▸Apr 11 - A southbound SUV hit a 72-year-old woman standing off Barclay Ave. Metal struck flesh. She fell, her back hurt, her body in shock. The street stayed silent.
A 72-year-old woman, standing off the roadway near Barclay Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, was struck by a southbound SUV’s right front bumper. According to the police report, she fell and suffered back pain and shock. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the pedestrian injured while the street remained silent. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Driver Distracted, Rear Passengers Injured▸Apr 11 - A distracted driver struck a parked SUV on 172nd Street. Three rear passengers, including two toddlers, suffered whiplash. Impact hit the back end. Streets stayed silent. Metal and flesh bore the cost.
A crash on 172nd Street in Queens left three rear passengers injured, including a 30-year-old woman, a 2-year-old boy, and a 1-year-old girl. All suffered whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the collision. The driver, a 75-year-old man, backed into a parked SUV, striking its center back end. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact fell hardest on the most vulnerable: children and passengers.
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SUV Strikes Bike, Child Injured in Queens Crash▸Apr 10 - SUV hit bike on 147th Street. Ten-year-old boy hurt. Police cite driver inattention and bad lane use. No damage to vehicles. Streets failed the vulnerable again.
A crash on 147th Street in Queens involved an SUV and a bike. A ten-year-old boy riding as a passenger on the bike suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and bike were going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The police report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as key factors. The child was left in shock. No helmet or signal issues were cited.
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Distracted Driver Injures Teen Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 9 - A distracted driver struck a 13-year-old boy in a marked Queens crosswalk. The boy suffered leg injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience as causes.
A 13-year-old pedestrian was hit and injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The boy suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger posed to young pedestrians by driver error. No information was provided about the vehicle or the driver’s identity.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 20 Avenue in Queens▸Apr 8 - Two SUVs and a sedan crashed on 20 Avenue. Four women and one man hurt. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. Metal twisted. Shock followed. System failed to protect those inside.
On 20 Avenue in Queens, two SUVs and a sedan collided. Four women and one man were injured, including drivers and passengers. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' caused the crash. The impact left victims in shock, with injuries to the entire body and limbs. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Pickup Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 8 - A pickup truck hit a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The truck’s front end struck her. Streets remain unforgiving.
A pickup truck struck a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street near 23rd Avenue in Queens. She was not at an intersection and suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. The report states, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian as it started from parking. No other injuries were reported. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The police report lists no other contributing factors.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 7 - A Lexus SUV turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. It hit a 26-year-old man crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood pooled on the street. The driver stayed. The man was hurt.
A 26-year-old man crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 29th Avenue with the signal was struck by a Lexus SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee and foot. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was unhurt and remained at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues are noted in the data.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 7 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Colden Street. Metal hit flesh. A 63-year-old woman fell. Her leg took the blow. Pain and shock. The street went quiet. Driver failed to yield.
A Toyota SUV struck a 63-year-old woman as it turned left on Colden Street near Cherry Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at 60 Ave Intersection▸Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
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SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 17 - A driver turning left on Holly Ave hit a 17-year-old girl in a marked crosswalk. She was conscious, hurt across her body. Police cite failure to yield. The car showed no damage.
A 17-year-old pedestrian was struck and injured while crossing Holly Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was making a left turn and failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the teen in a marked crosswalk. The girl suffered abrasions and injuries to her entire body but remained conscious. The vehicle's front end struck her, yet showed no damage. Two vehicle occupants were also listed in the report, but their injuries were unspecified. The police report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor.
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SUV and Sedan Collide at 18th Avenue in Queens▸Apr 16 - SUV and sedan crashed on 18th Avenue. Elderly driver hurt, hip and leg struck. Child and two women also involved. Police list no clear cause. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan and an SUV collided at 209-80 18th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. A child and two other women were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The sedan was making a left turn; the SUV was parked. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The police report does not specify fault or further details. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness.
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SUVs Collide in Queens, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Apr 16 - Two SUVs crashed on 33rd Avenue. One driver, age seventy-nine, suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe backing and speed. Metal bent. Lives shaken. System failed to protect.
Two station wagons collided at 160-16 33rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a seventy-nine-year-old woman driving one SUV was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Four others, including drivers and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police cite 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No other causes were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers reverse without care and speed is unchecked. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist on Linden Place▸Apr 16 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Linden Place. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal met flesh. The street stayed silent.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at Linden Place and 28th Avenue in Queens. The 40-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the cyclist, who was heading north. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the report lists driver inattention as the cause. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
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Inexperienced Drivers Collide on Union Street▸Apr 11 - Two sedans crashed on Union Street. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Union Street and 41 Avenue in Queens. A 21-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one car with right side door damage and the other with a damaged front bumper. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights driver inexperience as the key error behind the crash.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Off Barclay Ave▸Apr 11 - A southbound SUV hit a 72-year-old woman standing off Barclay Ave. Metal struck flesh. She fell, her back hurt, her body in shock. The street stayed silent.
A 72-year-old woman, standing off the roadway near Barclay Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, was struck by a southbound SUV’s right front bumper. According to the police report, she fell and suffered back pain and shock. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the pedestrian injured while the street remained silent. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Driver Distracted, Rear Passengers Injured▸Apr 11 - A distracted driver struck a parked SUV on 172nd Street. Three rear passengers, including two toddlers, suffered whiplash. Impact hit the back end. Streets stayed silent. Metal and flesh bore the cost.
A crash on 172nd Street in Queens left three rear passengers injured, including a 30-year-old woman, a 2-year-old boy, and a 1-year-old girl. All suffered whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the collision. The driver, a 75-year-old man, backed into a parked SUV, striking its center back end. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact fell hardest on the most vulnerable: children and passengers.
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SUV Strikes Bike, Child Injured in Queens Crash▸Apr 10 - SUV hit bike on 147th Street. Ten-year-old boy hurt. Police cite driver inattention and bad lane use. No damage to vehicles. Streets failed the vulnerable again.
A crash on 147th Street in Queens involved an SUV and a bike. A ten-year-old boy riding as a passenger on the bike suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and bike were going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The police report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as key factors. The child was left in shock. No helmet or signal issues were cited.
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Distracted Driver Injures Teen Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 9 - A distracted driver struck a 13-year-old boy in a marked Queens crosswalk. The boy suffered leg injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience as causes.
A 13-year-old pedestrian was hit and injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The boy suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger posed to young pedestrians by driver error. No information was provided about the vehicle or the driver’s identity.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 20 Avenue in Queens▸Apr 8 - Two SUVs and a sedan crashed on 20 Avenue. Four women and one man hurt. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. Metal twisted. Shock followed. System failed to protect those inside.
On 20 Avenue in Queens, two SUVs and a sedan collided. Four women and one man were injured, including drivers and passengers. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' caused the crash. The impact left victims in shock, with injuries to the entire body and limbs. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Pickup Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 8 - A pickup truck hit a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The truck’s front end struck her. Streets remain unforgiving.
A pickup truck struck a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street near 23rd Avenue in Queens. She was not at an intersection and suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. The report states, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian as it started from parking. No other injuries were reported. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The police report lists no other contributing factors.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 7 - A Lexus SUV turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. It hit a 26-year-old man crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood pooled on the street. The driver stayed. The man was hurt.
A 26-year-old man crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 29th Avenue with the signal was struck by a Lexus SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee and foot. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was unhurt and remained at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues are noted in the data.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 7 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Colden Street. Metal hit flesh. A 63-year-old woman fell. Her leg took the blow. Pain and shock. The street went quiet. Driver failed to yield.
A Toyota SUV struck a 63-year-old woman as it turned left on Colden Street near Cherry Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at 60 Ave Intersection▸Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
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SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 16 - SUV and sedan crashed on 18th Avenue. Elderly driver hurt, hip and leg struck. Child and two women also involved. Police list no clear cause. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan and an SUV collided at 209-80 18th Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 78-year-old woman driving the sedan was injured, suffering hip and upper leg trauma and whiplash. A child and two other women were also involved, but their injuries were unspecified. The sedan was making a left turn; the SUV was parked. No contributing factors or driver errors were listed in the report. The police report does not specify fault or further details. The injured driver wore a lap belt and harness.
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SUVs Collide in Queens, Elderly Driver Hurt▸Apr 16 - Two SUVs crashed on 33rd Avenue. One driver, age seventy-nine, suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe backing and speed. Metal bent. Lives shaken. System failed to protect.
Two station wagons collided at 160-16 33rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a seventy-nine-year-old woman driving one SUV was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Four others, including drivers and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police cite 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No other causes were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers reverse without care and speed is unchecked. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist on Linden Place▸Apr 16 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Linden Place. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal met flesh. The street stayed silent.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at Linden Place and 28th Avenue in Queens. The 40-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the cyclist, who was heading north. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the report lists driver inattention as the cause. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
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Inexperienced Drivers Collide on Union Street▸Apr 11 - Two sedans crashed on Union Street. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Union Street and 41 Avenue in Queens. A 21-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one car with right side door damage and the other with a damaged front bumper. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights driver inexperience as the key error behind the crash.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Off Barclay Ave▸Apr 11 - A southbound SUV hit a 72-year-old woman standing off Barclay Ave. Metal struck flesh. She fell, her back hurt, her body in shock. The street stayed silent.
A 72-year-old woman, standing off the roadway near Barclay Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, was struck by a southbound SUV’s right front bumper. According to the police report, she fell and suffered back pain and shock. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the pedestrian injured while the street remained silent. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Driver Distracted, Rear Passengers Injured▸Apr 11 - A distracted driver struck a parked SUV on 172nd Street. Three rear passengers, including two toddlers, suffered whiplash. Impact hit the back end. Streets stayed silent. Metal and flesh bore the cost.
A crash on 172nd Street in Queens left three rear passengers injured, including a 30-year-old woman, a 2-year-old boy, and a 1-year-old girl. All suffered whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the collision. The driver, a 75-year-old man, backed into a parked SUV, striking its center back end. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact fell hardest on the most vulnerable: children and passengers.
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SUV Strikes Bike, Child Injured in Queens Crash▸Apr 10 - SUV hit bike on 147th Street. Ten-year-old boy hurt. Police cite driver inattention and bad lane use. No damage to vehicles. Streets failed the vulnerable again.
A crash on 147th Street in Queens involved an SUV and a bike. A ten-year-old boy riding as a passenger on the bike suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and bike were going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The police report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as key factors. The child was left in shock. No helmet or signal issues were cited.
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Distracted Driver Injures Teen Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 9 - A distracted driver struck a 13-year-old boy in a marked Queens crosswalk. The boy suffered leg injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience as causes.
A 13-year-old pedestrian was hit and injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The boy suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger posed to young pedestrians by driver error. No information was provided about the vehicle or the driver’s identity.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 20 Avenue in Queens▸Apr 8 - Two SUVs and a sedan crashed on 20 Avenue. Four women and one man hurt. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. Metal twisted. Shock followed. System failed to protect those inside.
On 20 Avenue in Queens, two SUVs and a sedan collided. Four women and one man were injured, including drivers and passengers. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' caused the crash. The impact left victims in shock, with injuries to the entire body and limbs. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Pickup Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 8 - A pickup truck hit a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The truck’s front end struck her. Streets remain unforgiving.
A pickup truck struck a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street near 23rd Avenue in Queens. She was not at an intersection and suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. The report states, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian as it started from parking. No other injuries were reported. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The police report lists no other contributing factors.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 7 - A Lexus SUV turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. It hit a 26-year-old man crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood pooled on the street. The driver stayed. The man was hurt.
A 26-year-old man crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 29th Avenue with the signal was struck by a Lexus SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee and foot. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was unhurt and remained at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues are noted in the data.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 7 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Colden Street. Metal hit flesh. A 63-year-old woman fell. Her leg took the blow. Pain and shock. The street went quiet. Driver failed to yield.
A Toyota SUV struck a 63-year-old woman as it turned left on Colden Street near Cherry Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at 60 Ave Intersection▸Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
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SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 16 - Two SUVs crashed on 33rd Avenue. One driver, age seventy-nine, suffered neck injuries. Police cite unsafe backing and speed. Metal bent. Lives shaken. System failed to protect.
Two station wagons collided at 160-16 33rd Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a seventy-nine-year-old woman driving one SUV was injured, suffering neck pain and whiplash. Four others, including drivers and passengers, were listed with unspecified injuries. Police cite 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. No other causes were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers reverse without care and speed is unchecked. No mention of helmet or signal use was made in the report.
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Distracted Driver Strikes Cyclist on Linden Place▸Apr 16 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Linden Place. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal met flesh. The street stayed silent.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at Linden Place and 28th Avenue in Queens. The 40-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the cyclist, who was heading north. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the report lists driver inattention as the cause. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
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Inexperienced Drivers Collide on Union Street▸Apr 11 - Two sedans crashed on Union Street. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Union Street and 41 Avenue in Queens. A 21-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one car with right side door damage and the other with a damaged front bumper. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights driver inexperience as the key error behind the crash.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Off Barclay Ave▸Apr 11 - A southbound SUV hit a 72-year-old woman standing off Barclay Ave. Metal struck flesh. She fell, her back hurt, her body in shock. The street stayed silent.
A 72-year-old woman, standing off the roadway near Barclay Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, was struck by a southbound SUV’s right front bumper. According to the police report, she fell and suffered back pain and shock. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the pedestrian injured while the street remained silent. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Driver Distracted, Rear Passengers Injured▸Apr 11 - A distracted driver struck a parked SUV on 172nd Street. Three rear passengers, including two toddlers, suffered whiplash. Impact hit the back end. Streets stayed silent. Metal and flesh bore the cost.
A crash on 172nd Street in Queens left three rear passengers injured, including a 30-year-old woman, a 2-year-old boy, and a 1-year-old girl. All suffered whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the collision. The driver, a 75-year-old man, backed into a parked SUV, striking its center back end. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact fell hardest on the most vulnerable: children and passengers.
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SUV Strikes Bike, Child Injured in Queens Crash▸Apr 10 - SUV hit bike on 147th Street. Ten-year-old boy hurt. Police cite driver inattention and bad lane use. No damage to vehicles. Streets failed the vulnerable again.
A crash on 147th Street in Queens involved an SUV and a bike. A ten-year-old boy riding as a passenger on the bike suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and bike were going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The police report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as key factors. The child was left in shock. No helmet or signal issues were cited.
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Distracted Driver Injures Teen Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 9 - A distracted driver struck a 13-year-old boy in a marked Queens crosswalk. The boy suffered leg injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience as causes.
A 13-year-old pedestrian was hit and injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The boy suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger posed to young pedestrians by driver error. No information was provided about the vehicle or the driver’s identity.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 20 Avenue in Queens▸Apr 8 - Two SUVs and a sedan crashed on 20 Avenue. Four women and one man hurt. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. Metal twisted. Shock followed. System failed to protect those inside.
On 20 Avenue in Queens, two SUVs and a sedan collided. Four women and one man were injured, including drivers and passengers. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' caused the crash. The impact left victims in shock, with injuries to the entire body and limbs. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
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Pickup Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 8 - A pickup truck hit a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The truck’s front end struck her. Streets remain unforgiving.
A pickup truck struck a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street near 23rd Avenue in Queens. She was not at an intersection and suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. The report states, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian as it started from parking. No other injuries were reported. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The police report lists no other contributing factors.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 7 - A Lexus SUV turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. It hit a 26-year-old man crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood pooled on the street. The driver stayed. The man was hurt.
A 26-year-old man crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 29th Avenue with the signal was struck by a Lexus SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee and foot. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was unhurt and remained at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues are noted in the data.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 7 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Colden Street. Metal hit flesh. A 63-year-old woman fell. Her leg took the blow. Pain and shock. The street went quiet. Driver failed to yield.
A Toyota SUV struck a 63-year-old woman as it turned left on Colden Street near Cherry Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian at 60 Ave Intersection▸Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
4
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
3
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
1
SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
1
Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 16 - A sedan hit a cyclist on Linden Place. The cyclist suffered a head injury. Police cite driver inattention. System failed to protect the vulnerable. Metal met flesh. The street stayed silent.
A sedan collided with a cyclist at Linden Place and 28th Avenue in Queens. The 40-year-old cyclist was injured, suffering a head contusion. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was the contributing factor. The sedan was making a left turn when it struck the cyclist, who was heading north. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the report lists driver inattention as the cause. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists on city streets.
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Inexperienced Drivers Collide on Union Street▸Apr 11 - Two sedans crashed on Union Street. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Union Street and 41 Avenue in Queens. A 21-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one car with right side door damage and the other with a damaged front bumper. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights driver inexperience as the key error behind the crash.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Off Barclay Ave▸Apr 11 - A southbound SUV hit a 72-year-old woman standing off Barclay Ave. Metal struck flesh. She fell, her back hurt, her body in shock. The street stayed silent.
A 72-year-old woman, standing off the roadway near Barclay Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, was struck by a southbound SUV’s right front bumper. According to the police report, she fell and suffered back pain and shock. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the pedestrian injured while the street remained silent. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Driver Distracted, Rear Passengers Injured▸Apr 11 - A distracted driver struck a parked SUV on 172nd Street. Three rear passengers, including two toddlers, suffered whiplash. Impact hit the back end. Streets stayed silent. Metal and flesh bore the cost.
A crash on 172nd Street in Queens left three rear passengers injured, including a 30-year-old woman, a 2-year-old boy, and a 1-year-old girl. All suffered whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the collision. The driver, a 75-year-old man, backed into a parked SUV, striking its center back end. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact fell hardest on the most vulnerable: children and passengers.
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SUV Strikes Bike, Child Injured in Queens Crash▸Apr 10 - SUV hit bike on 147th Street. Ten-year-old boy hurt. Police cite driver inattention and bad lane use. No damage to vehicles. Streets failed the vulnerable again.
A crash on 147th Street in Queens involved an SUV and a bike. A ten-year-old boy riding as a passenger on the bike suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and bike were going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The police report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as key factors. The child was left in shock. No helmet or signal issues were cited.
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Distracted Driver Injures Teen Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 9 - A distracted driver struck a 13-year-old boy in a marked Queens crosswalk. The boy suffered leg injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience as causes.
A 13-year-old pedestrian was hit and injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The boy suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger posed to young pedestrians by driver error. No information was provided about the vehicle or the driver’s identity.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 20 Avenue in Queens▸Apr 8 - Two SUVs and a sedan crashed on 20 Avenue. Four women and one man hurt. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. Metal twisted. Shock followed. System failed to protect those inside.
On 20 Avenue in Queens, two SUVs and a sedan collided. Four women and one man were injured, including drivers and passengers. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' caused the crash. The impact left victims in shock, with injuries to the entire body and limbs. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
8
Pickup Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 8 - A pickup truck hit a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The truck’s front end struck her. Streets remain unforgiving.
A pickup truck struck a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street near 23rd Avenue in Queens. She was not at an intersection and suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. The report states, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian as it started from parking. No other injuries were reported. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The police report lists no other contributing factors.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 7 - A Lexus SUV turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. It hit a 26-year-old man crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood pooled on the street. The driver stayed. The man was hurt.
A 26-year-old man crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 29th Avenue with the signal was struck by a Lexus SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee and foot. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was unhurt and remained at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues are noted in the data.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 7 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Colden Street. Metal hit flesh. A 63-year-old woman fell. Her leg took the blow. Pain and shock. The street went quiet. Driver failed to yield.
A Toyota SUV struck a 63-year-old woman as it turned left on Colden Street near Cherry Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at 60 Ave Intersection▸Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
5
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
4
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
3
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
1
SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
1
Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 11 - Two sedans crashed on Union Street. One driver suffered head injuries. Police cite driver inexperience as the cause. Metal twisted. Streets stayed dangerous.
Two sedans collided at Union Street and 41 Avenue in Queens. A 21-year-old male driver suffered head injuries and whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inexperience' was listed as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one car with right side door damage and the other with a damaged front bumper. No other injuries were specified. The report highlights driver inexperience as the key error behind the crash.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Off Barclay Ave▸Apr 11 - A southbound SUV hit a 72-year-old woman standing off Barclay Ave. Metal struck flesh. She fell, her back hurt, her body in shock. The street stayed silent.
A 72-year-old woman, standing off the roadway near Barclay Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, was struck by a southbound SUV’s right front bumper. According to the police report, she fell and suffered back pain and shock. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the pedestrian injured while the street remained silent. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Driver Distracted, Rear Passengers Injured▸Apr 11 - A distracted driver struck a parked SUV on 172nd Street. Three rear passengers, including two toddlers, suffered whiplash. Impact hit the back end. Streets stayed silent. Metal and flesh bore the cost.
A crash on 172nd Street in Queens left three rear passengers injured, including a 30-year-old woman, a 2-year-old boy, and a 1-year-old girl. All suffered whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the collision. The driver, a 75-year-old man, backed into a parked SUV, striking its center back end. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact fell hardest on the most vulnerable: children and passengers.
10
SUV Strikes Bike, Child Injured in Queens Crash▸Apr 10 - SUV hit bike on 147th Street. Ten-year-old boy hurt. Police cite driver inattention and bad lane use. No damage to vehicles. Streets failed the vulnerable again.
A crash on 147th Street in Queens involved an SUV and a bike. A ten-year-old boy riding as a passenger on the bike suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and bike were going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The police report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as key factors. The child was left in shock. No helmet or signal issues were cited.
9
Distracted Driver Injures Teen Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 9 - A distracted driver struck a 13-year-old boy in a marked Queens crosswalk. The boy suffered leg injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience as causes.
A 13-year-old pedestrian was hit and injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The boy suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger posed to young pedestrians by driver error. No information was provided about the vehicle or the driver’s identity.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 20 Avenue in Queens▸Apr 8 - Two SUVs and a sedan crashed on 20 Avenue. Four women and one man hurt. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. Metal twisted. Shock followed. System failed to protect those inside.
On 20 Avenue in Queens, two SUVs and a sedan collided. Four women and one man were injured, including drivers and passengers. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' caused the crash. The impact left victims in shock, with injuries to the entire body and limbs. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
8
Pickup Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 8 - A pickup truck hit a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The truck’s front end struck her. Streets remain unforgiving.
A pickup truck struck a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street near 23rd Avenue in Queens. She was not at an intersection and suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. The report states, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian as it started from parking. No other injuries were reported. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The police report lists no other contributing factors.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 7 - A Lexus SUV turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. It hit a 26-year-old man crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood pooled on the street. The driver stayed. The man was hurt.
A 26-year-old man crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 29th Avenue with the signal was struck by a Lexus SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee and foot. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was unhurt and remained at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues are noted in the data.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 7 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Colden Street. Metal hit flesh. A 63-year-old woman fell. Her leg took the blow. Pain and shock. The street went quiet. Driver failed to yield.
A Toyota SUV struck a 63-year-old woman as it turned left on Colden Street near Cherry Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at 60 Ave Intersection▸Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
5
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
4
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
3
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
1
SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
1
Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 11 - A southbound SUV hit a 72-year-old woman standing off Barclay Ave. Metal struck flesh. She fell, her back hurt, her body in shock. The street stayed silent.
A 72-year-old woman, standing off the roadway near Barclay Ave and Parsons Blvd in Queens, was struck by a southbound SUV’s right front bumper. According to the police report, she fell and suffered back pain and shock. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the report. The impact left the pedestrian injured while the street remained silent. No other injuries were reported.
11
SUV Driver Distracted, Rear Passengers Injured▸Apr 11 - A distracted driver struck a parked SUV on 172nd Street. Three rear passengers, including two toddlers, suffered whiplash. Impact hit the back end. Streets stayed silent. Metal and flesh bore the cost.
A crash on 172nd Street in Queens left three rear passengers injured, including a 30-year-old woman, a 2-year-old boy, and a 1-year-old girl. All suffered whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the collision. The driver, a 75-year-old man, backed into a parked SUV, striking its center back end. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact fell hardest on the most vulnerable: children and passengers.
10
SUV Strikes Bike, Child Injured in Queens Crash▸Apr 10 - SUV hit bike on 147th Street. Ten-year-old boy hurt. Police cite driver inattention and bad lane use. No damage to vehicles. Streets failed the vulnerable again.
A crash on 147th Street in Queens involved an SUV and a bike. A ten-year-old boy riding as a passenger on the bike suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and bike were going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The police report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as key factors. The child was left in shock. No helmet or signal issues were cited.
9
Distracted Driver Injures Teen Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 9 - A distracted driver struck a 13-year-old boy in a marked Queens crosswalk. The boy suffered leg injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience as causes.
A 13-year-old pedestrian was hit and injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The boy suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger posed to young pedestrians by driver error. No information was provided about the vehicle or the driver’s identity.
8
Distracted Drivers Collide on 20 Avenue in Queens▸Apr 8 - Two SUVs and a sedan crashed on 20 Avenue. Four women and one man hurt. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. Metal twisted. Shock followed. System failed to protect those inside.
On 20 Avenue in Queens, two SUVs and a sedan collided. Four women and one man were injured, including drivers and passengers. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' caused the crash. The impact left victims in shock, with injuries to the entire body and limbs. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
8
Pickup Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 8 - A pickup truck hit a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The truck’s front end struck her. Streets remain unforgiving.
A pickup truck struck a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street near 23rd Avenue in Queens. She was not at an intersection and suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. The report states, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian as it started from parking. No other injuries were reported. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The police report lists no other contributing factors.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 7 - A Lexus SUV turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. It hit a 26-year-old man crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood pooled on the street. The driver stayed. The man was hurt.
A 26-year-old man crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 29th Avenue with the signal was struck by a Lexus SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee and foot. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was unhurt and remained at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues are noted in the data.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 7 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Colden Street. Metal hit flesh. A 63-year-old woman fell. Her leg took the blow. Pain and shock. The street went quiet. Driver failed to yield.
A Toyota SUV struck a 63-year-old woman as it turned left on Colden Street near Cherry Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at 60 Ave Intersection▸Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
5
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
4
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
3
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
1
SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
1
Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 11 - A distracted driver struck a parked SUV on 172nd Street. Three rear passengers, including two toddlers, suffered whiplash. Impact hit the back end. Streets stayed silent. Metal and flesh bore the cost.
A crash on 172nd Street in Queens left three rear passengers injured, including a 30-year-old woman, a 2-year-old boy, and a 1-year-old girl. All suffered whiplash. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' caused the collision. The driver, a 75-year-old man, backed into a parked SUV, striking its center back end. The report lists no other contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The impact fell hardest on the most vulnerable: children and passengers.
10
SUV Strikes Bike, Child Injured in Queens Crash▸Apr 10 - SUV hit bike on 147th Street. Ten-year-old boy hurt. Police cite driver inattention and bad lane use. No damage to vehicles. Streets failed the vulnerable again.
A crash on 147th Street in Queens involved an SUV and a bike. A ten-year-old boy riding as a passenger on the bike suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and bike were going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The police report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as key factors. The child was left in shock. No helmet or signal issues were cited.
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Distracted Driver Injures Teen Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 9 - A distracted driver struck a 13-year-old boy in a marked Queens crosswalk. The boy suffered leg injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience as causes.
A 13-year-old pedestrian was hit and injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The boy suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger posed to young pedestrians by driver error. No information was provided about the vehicle or the driver’s identity.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 20 Avenue in Queens▸Apr 8 - Two SUVs and a sedan crashed on 20 Avenue. Four women and one man hurt. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. Metal twisted. Shock followed. System failed to protect those inside.
On 20 Avenue in Queens, two SUVs and a sedan collided. Four women and one man were injured, including drivers and passengers. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' caused the crash. The impact left victims in shock, with injuries to the entire body and limbs. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
8
Pickup Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 8 - A pickup truck hit a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The truck’s front end struck her. Streets remain unforgiving.
A pickup truck struck a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street near 23rd Avenue in Queens. She was not at an intersection and suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. The report states, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian as it started from parking. No other injuries were reported. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The police report lists no other contributing factors.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 7 - A Lexus SUV turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. It hit a 26-year-old man crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood pooled on the street. The driver stayed. The man was hurt.
A 26-year-old man crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 29th Avenue with the signal was struck by a Lexus SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee and foot. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was unhurt and remained at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues are noted in the data.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 7 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Colden Street. Metal hit flesh. A 63-year-old woman fell. Her leg took the blow. Pain and shock. The street went quiet. Driver failed to yield.
A Toyota SUV struck a 63-year-old woman as it turned left on Colden Street near Cherry Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at 60 Ave Intersection▸Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
5
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
4
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
3
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
1
SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
1
Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 10 - SUV hit bike on 147th Street. Ten-year-old boy hurt. Police cite driver inattention and bad lane use. No damage to vehicles. Streets failed the vulnerable again.
A crash on 147th Street in Queens involved an SUV and a bike. A ten-year-old boy riding as a passenger on the bike suffered abdominal and pelvic injuries. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' contributed to the crash. Both the SUV and bike were going straight. No vehicle damage was reported. The police report lists driver inattention and improper lane usage as key factors. The child was left in shock. No helmet or signal issues were cited.
9
Distracted Driver Injures Teen Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 9 - A distracted driver struck a 13-year-old boy in a marked Queens crosswalk. The boy suffered leg injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience as causes.
A 13-year-old pedestrian was hit and injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The boy suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger posed to young pedestrians by driver error. No information was provided about the vehicle or the driver’s identity.
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Distracted Drivers Collide on 20 Avenue in Queens▸Apr 8 - Two SUVs and a sedan crashed on 20 Avenue. Four women and one man hurt. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. Metal twisted. Shock followed. System failed to protect those inside.
On 20 Avenue in Queens, two SUVs and a sedan collided. Four women and one man were injured, including drivers and passengers. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' caused the crash. The impact left victims in shock, with injuries to the entire body and limbs. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
8
Pickup Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 8 - A pickup truck hit a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The truck’s front end struck her. Streets remain unforgiving.
A pickup truck struck a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street near 23rd Avenue in Queens. She was not at an intersection and suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. The report states, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian as it started from parking. No other injuries were reported. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The police report lists no other contributing factors.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 7 - A Lexus SUV turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. It hit a 26-year-old man crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood pooled on the street. The driver stayed. The man was hurt.
A 26-year-old man crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 29th Avenue with the signal was struck by a Lexus SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee and foot. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was unhurt and remained at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues are noted in the data.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 7 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Colden Street. Metal hit flesh. A 63-year-old woman fell. Her leg took the blow. Pain and shock. The street went quiet. Driver failed to yield.
A Toyota SUV struck a 63-year-old woman as it turned left on Colden Street near Cherry Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at 60 Ave Intersection▸Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
5
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
4
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
3
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
1
SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
1
Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 9 - A distracted driver struck a 13-year-old boy in a marked Queens crosswalk. The boy suffered leg injuries and shock. Police cited driver inattention and inexperience as causes.
A 13-year-old pedestrian was hit and injured while crossing at a marked crosswalk on 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive and inexperienced. The boy suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot, and was in shock. Police listed 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger posed to young pedestrians by driver error. No information was provided about the vehicle or the driver’s identity.
8
Distracted Drivers Collide on 20 Avenue in Queens▸Apr 8 - Two SUVs and a sedan crashed on 20 Avenue. Four women and one man hurt. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. Metal twisted. Shock followed. System failed to protect those inside.
On 20 Avenue in Queens, two SUVs and a sedan collided. Four women and one man were injured, including drivers and passengers. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' caused the crash. The impact left victims in shock, with injuries to the entire body and limbs. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
8
Pickup Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 8 - A pickup truck hit a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The truck’s front end struck her. Streets remain unforgiving.
A pickup truck struck a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street near 23rd Avenue in Queens. She was not at an intersection and suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. The report states, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian as it started from parking. No other injuries were reported. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The police report lists no other contributing factors.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 7 - A Lexus SUV turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. It hit a 26-year-old man crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood pooled on the street. The driver stayed. The man was hurt.
A 26-year-old man crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 29th Avenue with the signal was struck by a Lexus SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee and foot. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was unhurt and remained at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues are noted in the data.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 7 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Colden Street. Metal hit flesh. A 63-year-old woman fell. Her leg took the blow. Pain and shock. The street went quiet. Driver failed to yield.
A Toyota SUV struck a 63-year-old woman as it turned left on Colden Street near Cherry Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at 60 Ave Intersection▸Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
5
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
4
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
3
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
1
SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
1
Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 8 - Two SUVs and a sedan crashed on 20 Avenue. Four women and one man hurt. Police cite driver distraction and inexperience. Metal twisted. Shock followed. System failed to protect those inside.
On 20 Avenue in Queens, two SUVs and a sedan collided. Four women and one man were injured, including drivers and passengers. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' caused the crash. The impact left victims in shock, with injuries to the entire body and limbs. No mention of helmet or signal use as contributing factors. The crash underscores the danger when drivers lose focus behind the wheel.
8
Pickup Truck Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 8 - A pickup truck hit a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The truck’s front end struck her. Streets remain unforgiving.
A pickup truck struck a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street near 23rd Avenue in Queens. She was not at an intersection and suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. The report states, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian as it started from parking. No other injuries were reported. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The police report lists no other contributing factors.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 7 - A Lexus SUV turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. It hit a 26-year-old man crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood pooled on the street. The driver stayed. The man was hurt.
A 26-year-old man crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 29th Avenue with the signal was struck by a Lexus SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee and foot. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was unhurt and remained at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues are noted in the data.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 7 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Colden Street. Metal hit flesh. A 63-year-old woman fell. Her leg took the blow. Pain and shock. The street went quiet. Driver failed to yield.
A Toyota SUV struck a 63-year-old woman as it turned left on Colden Street near Cherry Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at 60 Ave Intersection▸Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
5
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
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Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
4
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
3
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
1
SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
1
Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 8 - A pickup truck hit a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street. She suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention. The truck’s front end struck her. Streets remain unforgiving.
A pickup truck struck a 79-year-old woman on Corporal Kennedy Street near 23rd Avenue in Queens. She was not at an intersection and suffered a fractured leg, according to the police report. The report states, “Driver Inattention/Distraction” contributed to the crash. The truck’s center front end hit the pedestrian as it started from parking. No other injuries were reported. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The police report lists no other contributing factors.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Pedestrian in Queens▸Apr 7 - A Lexus SUV turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. It hit a 26-year-old man crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood pooled on the street. The driver stayed. The man was hurt.
A 26-year-old man crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 29th Avenue with the signal was struck by a Lexus SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee and foot. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was unhurt and remained at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues are noted in the data.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 7 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Colden Street. Metal hit flesh. A 63-year-old woman fell. Her leg took the blow. Pain and shock. The street went quiet. Driver failed to yield.
A Toyota SUV struck a 63-year-old woman as it turned left on Colden Street near Cherry Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at 60 Ave Intersection▸Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
5
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
4
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
-
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
3
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
1
SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
1
Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 7 - A Lexus SUV turned left on Francis Lewis Boulevard. It hit a 26-year-old man crossing with the signal. Steel met flesh. Blood pooled on the street. The driver stayed. The man was hurt.
A 26-year-old man crossing Francis Lewis Boulevard at 29th Avenue with the signal was struck by a Lexus SUV making a left turn. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee and foot. The driver, a 33-year-old man, was unhurt and remained at the scene. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the main contributing factor. No other causes or equipment issues are noted in the data.
7
SUV Turns Left, Strikes Elderly Pedestrian▸Apr 7 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Colden Street. Metal hit flesh. A 63-year-old woman fell. Her leg took the blow. Pain and shock. The street went quiet. Driver failed to yield.
A Toyota SUV struck a 63-year-old woman as it turned left on Colden Street near Cherry Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at 60 Ave Intersection▸Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
5
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
4
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
-
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
3
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
1
SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
1
Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 7 - A Toyota SUV turned left on Colden Street. Metal hit flesh. A 63-year-old woman fell. Her leg took the blow. Pain and shock. The street went quiet. Driver failed to yield.
A Toyota SUV struck a 63-year-old woman as it turned left on Colden Street near Cherry Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, the driver failed to yield the right-of-way and was inattentive or distracted. The pedestrian suffered a leg injury and was in shock. The vehicle showed no damage. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors.
5
SUV Strikes Pedestrian at 60 Ave Intersection▸Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
5
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
4
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
-
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
3
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
1
SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
1
Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 5 - SUV hit a man crossing 60 Ave. He suffered a concussion and arm injury. The driver and another occupant were unhurt. Police list all causes as unspecified.
A man, 38, was struck by an SUV while crossing 60 Ave at 148 St in Queens. He suffered a concussion and an upper arm injury. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The SUV was traveling east and showed no visible damage. The driver and another occupant were not injured. Police listed all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were identified in the report.
5
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze▸Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
-
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-05
4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
4
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
-
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
3
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
-
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
1
SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
1
Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 5 - A BMW and motorcycle collided on Woodhaven Boulevard. Both vehicles burned. The motorcyclist died at the scene. The BMW driver survived. No arrests. Police are investigating. Another life lost on a wide, fast Queens road.
According to NY Daily News (April 5, 2025), a fatal crash occurred at 60th Drive and Woodhaven Blvd. in Rego Park, Queens. A BMW SUV and a motorcycle, both heading south, collided around 9:22 a.m. Both vehicles caught fire. Police said, 'only the car driver survived the collision.' EMS pronounced the motorcycle rider dead at the scene. The BMW driver was hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests have been made, and police continue to investigate. The crash highlights the persistent dangers on major Queens thoroughfares, where high speeds and heavy traffic put vulnerable road users at risk.
- Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-05
4
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing With Signal▸Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
4
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
-
Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
3
E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
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SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 4 - A sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing with the signal on Willets Point Blvd. The driver failed to yield and was distracted. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
A 68-year-old man was struck by a sedan while crossing Willets Point Blvd at 150th Street in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal when the driver, a 52-year-old man, made a left turn and hit him. The pedestrian suffered a head injury. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan’s center front end struck the pedestrian. No other injuries were reported among vehicle occupants.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians▸Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
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Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians,
CBS New York,
Published 2025-04-04
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
1
SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 4 - Two cars left the street in Queens. One hit children and a man on a sidewalk. Another plowed into women waiting at a bus shelter. Broken bones, head wounds, fear. No one died. Streets turned dangerous in a blink.
CBS New York reported on April 4, 2025, that two separate crashes in Queens left multiple pedestrians injured. In Astoria, a 35-year-old driver 'lost control of her vehicle and went onto the sidewalk, running over two girls, ages 7 and 14.' Police charged her with reckless driving and driving without a license. Later, in South Ozone Park, a 79-year-old driver swerved, sideswiped a bus, then 'jumped the curb and struck four women who were standing at a bus shelter.' All victims survived, but injuries ranged from broken bones to head trauma. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for pedestrians and raise questions about driver screening and street design.
- Queens Drivers Mount Sidewalks, Hit Pedestrians, CBS New York, Published 2025-04-04
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection▸Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
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E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-03
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SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 3 - Two cars struck Jorman Esparza-Olivares at a busy Rego Park crossing. He suffered head and body trauma. Medics rushed him to Elmhurst. He died six days later. Both drivers stayed. No charges. The intersection remains dangerous.
NY Daily News reported on April 3, 2025, that Jorman Esparza-Olivares, 23, was killed after being struck by two drivers while riding his e-bike north on 63rd Drive at Queens Blvd. The crash occurred just before 5:30 p.m. on March 19. According to police, 'It wasn't clear if any of the men involved in the crash ran a red light.' Esparza-Olivares suffered severe injuries and died six days later at Elmhurst Medical Center. Both drivers, operating a Ford SUV and a Mercedes Benz, remained at the scene and were not immediately charged. The incident highlights persistent risks for cyclists at major intersections and raises questions about traffic controls and driver awareness on Queens Blvd.
- E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-03
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SUV and Motorcycle Crash Leaves Teen Driver Injured▸Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 1 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on 26th Avenue in Queens. An 18-year-old motorcycle driver suffered a fractured leg. Police cite driver inattention and inexperience. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed.
A crash at 144-51 26th Avenue in Queens involved a motorcycle and an SUV. The 18-year-old motorcycle driver was injured, suffering a fractured leg. According to the police report, driver inattention and driver inexperience contributed to the collision. The motorcycle driver was unlicensed. Two men, both 58, in the SUV were not seriously hurt. The report lists no other contributing factors.
1
Truck and Sedan Collide on Expressway in Queens▸Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.
Apr 1 - A truck and sedan crashed on the Long Island Expressway. One driver suffered hip and leg injuries. Three others were hurt. The crash left metal twisted and lives shaken.
A crash on the Long Island Expressway in Queens involved a diesel tractor truck and a sedan. According to the police report, one driver suffered hip and upper leg injuries and reported whiplash. Three other occupants were also hurt. The report lists 'Other Vehicular' as a contributing factor. Both vehicles were parked before the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor. The crash highlights the danger facing vehicle occupants on city highways.