Crash Count for Precinct 109
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 6,215
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 3,375
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 668
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 89
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 23
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 30, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 109?

No More Excuses: Blood on Bowne, Silence at the Top

No More Excuses: Blood on Bowne, Silence at the Top

Precinct 109: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 12, 2025

Broken Bodies, Broken Streets

Three dead. Thirty-eight seriously hurt. That’s just the last twelve months in Precinct 109. The numbers do not bleed, but people do. A 68-year-old woman was killed crossing Reeves Avenue. The cause: “unsafe speed”—the car kept going, she did not. NYC crash data

On Bowne Street, a 63-year-old woman riding her bike was struck and killed by an SUV making a left turn. She was ejected. She never got up. NYC crash data

Last week, an MTA bus in Flushing jumped the curb. Eight people were hurt. “I have a baby with me. That would be scary. I’ll be more cautious of my surroundings,” said one rider, standing on the sidewalk where the bus came to rest. ABC7 report

The Police: Power and Responsibility

Precinct 109 has the tools. They can ticket speeders. They can crack down on reckless turns and failure to yield. They can target crash hotspots. But the numbers keep rising. In the last year, crashes are up nearly 28%. Injuries are up 29%. Serious injuries are up 12%. NYC crash data

Leadership: Promises and Silence

The city has new powers. Speed limits can drop to 20 mph. Cameras can catch speeders day and night. But change is slow. The bus driver in Flushing told police he “misjudged the closeness of the curb.” Later, video showed he may have fallen asleep. The MTA pulled him from service. “It must be very devastating for the people that were on the bus,” said a witness. CBS New York coverage

Local leaders can act. They can demand lower speed limits, more enforcement, and safer street design. Or they can wait for the next siren.

Take Action: Make Them Feel the Heat

Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand action. Every day of delay is another day of risk. The dead do not get second chances. The living must not wait.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 109 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Queens, city council district District 20, assembly district AD 25 and state senate district SD 11.
Which areas are in Precinct 109?
It includes the College Point, Whitestone-Beechhurst, Bay Terrace-Clearview, Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing, East Flushing, Queensboro Hill, Flushing-Willets Point, Fort Totten, Kissena Park, and Queens CB7 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 19 and District 20, Assembly Districts AD 25, AD 26, AD 27, and AD 40, and State Senate Districts SD 11 and SD 16.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 109?
Cars and SUVs: 10 deaths, 448 minor injuries, 161 moderate injuries, 28 serious injuries (total 647 incidents). Trucks and Buses: 0 deaths, 25 minor injuries, 16 moderate injuries, 3 serious injuries (total 44 incidents). Motorcycles and Mopeds: 0 deaths, 11 minor injuries, 5 moderate injuries, 1 serious injury (total 17 incidents). Bikes: 0 deaths, 15 minor injuries, 9 moderate injuries, 0 serious injuries (total 24 incidents).
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 109 can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and target known crash hotspots. They can issue tickets for speeding and failure to yield. They can respond to dangerous conditions before someone gets hurt. The tools are there. The question is whether they will use them.
Are these crashes just accidents, or are they preventable?
Most crashes can be prevented. Lower speeds, better street design, and enforcement save lives. When a car kills a person crossing the street, it is not fate. It is a failure of policy and action.
What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
They can lower speed limits, push for more enforcement, and demand safer street design. They can make sure the laws protect people walking and biking, not just drivers. They can act now, or wait for the next tragedy.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Nily Rozic
Assembly Member Nily Rozic
District 25
District Office:
159-16 Union Turnpike, Flushing, NY 11366
Legislative Office:
Room 941, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Sandra Ung
Council Member Sandra Ung
District 20
District Office:
136-21 Latimer Place, 1D, Flushing, NY 11354
718-888-8747
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1808, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7259
Twitter: CMSandraUng
Toby Stavisky
State Senator Toby Stavisky
District 11
District Office:
134-01 20th Avenue 2nd Floor, College Point, NY 11356
Legislative Office:
Room 913, Legislative Office Building 188 State St., Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 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
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
State_assembly_districts
State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 109

Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing With Signal

An 85-year-old man suffered head injuries after a BMW sedan failed to yield while making a left turn. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal at a Queens intersection. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and serious injury.

According to the police report, a 2021 BMW sedan was making a left turn on 35 Ave in Queens at 12:14 when it struck an 85-year-old male pedestrian crossing with the signal at the intersection. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions, classified as injury severity level 3, and remained conscious. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The vehicle impacted the pedestrian at the center front end, yet the sedan showed no damage. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle southbound. No pedestrian errors were noted as contributing factors. This collision highlights the critical danger posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4771107 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
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Sedan Hits Box Truck on Horace Harding Expressway

A sedan traveling east struck a box truck on Horace Harding Expressway. The sedan’s left front bumper took the impact. Both the female driver and male front passenger suffered injuries, including neck and shoulder pain, leaving them in shock.

According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan sedan traveling east on Horace Harding Expressway collided with a box truck. The point of impact was the sedan's left front bumper, which sustained damage. The sedan carried two occupants: a 37-year-old female driver and a 45-year-old male front passenger. Both were injured, with the driver complaining of neck pain and the passenger suffering shoulder and upper arm injuries. Both occupants were reported to be in shock and complained of pain or nausea. The driver was licensed in New York and was going straight ahead before the crash. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the passenger and none for the driver. No ejections occurred. The box truck had no occupants and no reported damage. The data does not specify any pedestrian involvement or victim fault.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4770518 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Distracted Lane Change Sparks Parkway Crash

A distracted driver veered on Cross Island Parkway. Cars smashed. Metal bent. One driver bruised. Inattention behind the wheel set off the chain of impact.

According to the police report, a crash erupted at 23:10 on Cross Island Parkway when a driver changed lanes while distracted. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the cause. Four vehicles, including sedans and SUVs, were involved. One driver, a 22-year-old woman, suffered a bruised elbow and lower arm. She was conscious and not ejected. The crash battered rear quarter panels and front ends of the cars. The data shows no other contributing factors. Driver inattention triggered the collision, exposing the risk faced by all on high-speed city roads.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4770309 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Failure to Yield on Prince St Injures Passenger

Two SUVs crashed on Prince Street in Queens. A left-turning SUV struck a straight-moving SUV. A 48-year-old front passenger suffered chest injuries and shock. Police cite failure to yield and distraction.

According to the police report, two SUVs collided at 21:20 on Prince Street in Queens. One SUV was making a left turn, the other was going straight. The left-turning vehicle struck the right front of the straight-moving SUV. A 48-year-old woman, riding as front passenger, was injured with chest trauma and shock. She wore a lap belt. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way and driver inattention or distraction as contributing factors. The crash caused significant damage to both vehicles. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4770306 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Queens SUV Collision Injures Female Driver

Two SUVs collided in Queens at 41 Avenue. The female driver of one SUV suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited driver inattention, distraction, and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Airbags deployed; no ejections reported.

According to the police report, a collision occurred at 16:30 in Queens near 144-31 41 Avenue involving two SUVs traveling west and south. The female driver of the southbound SUV, who was operating under a permit, sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, and was treated for shock and complaints of pain or nausea. The report identifies driver inattention and distraction, along with unsafe speed, as contributing factors in the crash. The injured driver was restrained with a lap belt and harness, and the airbag deployed. The impact occurred on the left side doors of her vehicle, while the other SUV sustained damage to its right front bumper. No ejections were reported. The collision highlights driver errors as the primary cause of this injury crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4770302 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle Failing to Yield

A 63-year-old woman suffered a head injury and concussion after a vehicle failed to yield right-of-way at a Queens intersection. The impact left her injured but conscious. Police cite driver error as the primary cause of the collision.

According to the police report, a pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 160 Street and Northern Boulevard in Queens around 10 p.m. The 63-year-old female pedestrian sustained a head injury and concussion but remained conscious. The report identifies 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor attributed to the vehicle driver. The vehicle showed no damage and the point of impact was noted as 'No Damage,' indicating the collision impact was likely to the pedestrian rather than the vehicle. No other contributing factors such as pedestrian behavior or safety equipment were cited. This crash highlights the systemic danger posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians at intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4770928 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Turning Left Strikes Crossing Pedestrian

A 68-year-old man crossing with the signal was struck by an SUV making an improper left turn in Queens. The impact fractured his lower leg and foot. The driver’s failure to execute a proper turn caused the collision and severe injury.

According to the police report, at 11:50 AM in Queens, a 2017 SUV driven by a licensed female driver was making a left turn on Union Street near Sanford Avenue. The vehicle struck a 68-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing the intersection with the signal. The pedestrian suffered a fracture and dislocation to his knee, lower leg, and foot, sustaining serious injuries. The report explicitly cites 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor for the crash. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper, confirming the collision occurred during the left turn maneuver. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The driver’s error in turning improperly directly caused the pedestrian’s injury.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4769705 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Pedestrian Struck Crossing Roosevelt Ave in Queens

A 63-year-old woman was injured crossing Roosevelt Avenue outside an intersection. She suffered chest injuries and shock. The crash involved a 2011 Toyota SUV. The pedestrian was not at a crosswalk or signal, and no driver errors were cited in the report.

According to the police report, a 63-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing Roosevelt Avenue in Queens, away from any intersection or crosswalk. She sustained chest injuries and was in shock at the scene. The involved vehicle was a 2011 Toyota SUV registered in New York. The report does not list any contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian's crossing location was noted as outside a crosswalk or signal, but no contributing factors were assigned to her actions. The report focuses on the impact and injuries but does not specify driver misconduct or other systemic issues.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4770082 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Distracted Driver Strikes Queens Pedestrian

A 40-year-old man was injured crossing Roosevelt Avenue in Queens. Two vehicles collided near a parked truck as an SUV driver distracted by inattention struck the pedestrian. The man suffered back injuries but remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, at 8:24 AM on Roosevelt Avenue in Queens, a 40-year-old male pedestrian was injured after being struck by a 2022 SUV traveling north. The pedestrian was located outside an intersection, performing other actions in the roadway. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' twice as the contributing factor to the crash. The SUV impacted the pedestrian near a collision involving a parked 2004 pickup truck and a 2008 sedan. The pedestrian sustained internal back injuries and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly identifies driver errors—specifically, distraction and inattention—as the cause. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. The crash highlights the dangers posed by distracted driving in Queens streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768570 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
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Distracted Driver Slams Sedan on College Point

Two sedans crashed on College Point Boulevard. One driver was ejected, suffering facial bruises. Both men were hurt. Police cite driver distraction. The street turned violent in an instant.

According to the police report, two sedans collided at 1:58 a.m. on College Point Boulevard. One driver, making a left turn, was struck in the rear by another sedan traveling straight. The impact ejected the turning driver, who suffered facial contusions. The other driver sustained back and internal injuries. Both men were conscious and licensed, wearing lap belts. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. No victim actions contributed to the crash. The collision shows the danger of distraction behind the wheel on this Queens road.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768233 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Driver Hurt by Close Pass on Main St

A sedan driver suffered leg injuries after a crash on Main Street in Queens. Police cite passing too closely. The car’s left front was smashed. No ejection. No other victims.

According to the police report, a 32-year-old man driving a 2019 Mazda sedan south on Main Street near Franklin Avenue in Queens was injured in a crash at noon. The sedan’s left front quarter panel was damaged. The driver suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. Police list 'Passing Too Closely' as a contributing factor. No other people were hurt. No other contributing factors or victim actions are noted. The report highlights unsafe passing by the driver as the primary cause of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768101 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Two Sedans Crash on Whitestone Expressway

Two sedans collided on Whitestone Expressway. One driver, a 43-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both cars took heavy damage. No cause listed. No pedestrians or cyclists involved.

According to the police report, two sedans crashed at 8:15 a.m. on Whitestone Expressway. One driver, a 43-year-old woman, was injured with neck pain and whiplash. She was conscious and not ejected. The first sedan was going straight and hit the center front end. The second sedan was merging and struck in the center back end. Both drivers were women. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The injured driver’s safety equipment status is unknown.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4767369 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Rear-End Collision Injures Queens Sedan Driver

A chain-reaction crash on 162 Street in Queens left a 28-year-old female sedan driver injured with neck pain. Multiple vehicles stopped in traffic collided, striking each other’s center back ends in a slow-moving northbound line.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:40 AM on 162 Street near Northern Boulevard in Queens. Three vehicles traveling north were involved: two sedans and one SUV. All vehicles were either stopped or slowing in traffic when the collision happened. The point of impact for the two sedans was their center back ends, indicating a rear-end collision sequence. The female driver of a 2022 sedan suffered neck injuries and was in shock, reporting pain or nausea. She was properly restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify pedestrian or cyclist involvement. The crash highlights driver failure to maintain safe stopping distance in traffic, causing a multi-vehicle rear-end collision that injured a vulnerable occupant.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766884 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Collision on Elder Ave Injures Driver

A sedan crash on Elder Avenue in Queens injured a 37-year-old male driver. The collision involved multiple parked vehicles and was caused by unsafe speed. The driver suffered chest contusions but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 2:42 AM on Elder Avenue in Queens. The collision involved a sedan driven by a 37-year-old male who was injured with chest contusions but remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report states the contributing factor as 'Unsafe Speed,' indicating driver error. Multiple parked sedans were struck, with damage noted on the center back end, left front quarter panel, and left front bumper of the involved vehicles. The injured driver was not using any safety equipment at the time. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were listed in the report. The crash highlights the dangers posed by excessive speed in a residential area with parked cars.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4768113 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
74-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured Crossing With Signal

A 74-year-old man suffered back abrasions after being struck while crossing with the signal on 61 Road near Long Island Expressway. The pedestrian was conscious but injured in this nighttime collision involving an unspecified vehicle traveling eastbound.

According to the police report, a 74-year-old male pedestrian was injured at approximately 10:54 PM on 61 Road near the Long Island Expressway. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when he was struck by an unspecified eastbound vehicle. The victim sustained back abrasions and was conscious at the scene. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the pedestrian's actions but does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors either. The collision resulted in injury severity level 3, indicating a moderate injury. No details about the vehicle type, driver behavior, or point of impact are provided in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766695 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing at Intersection

A 43-year-old man suffered hip and upper leg injuries after an SUV failed to yield while making a right turn. The pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The driver’s failure to yield caused the collision and injury.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 32 Avenue near Leavitt Street in Queens at 10:58 AM. A 43-year-old male pedestrian was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a 2019 Honda SUV making a right turn. The point of impact was the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock at the scene. The report explicitly cites the driver’s failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. There was no visible damage to the vehicle, and the driver was licensed and operating the vehicle eastbound. The pedestrian’s crossing without a signal was noted but not listed as a contributing factor. The collision highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield at intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4767164 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
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SUV U-Turn Slams E-Bike, Two Injured

SUV swung a U-turn on Kissena Blvd. It struck an e-bike moving straight. Two on the e-bike thrown, hurt. Knees, neck, shock. Police cite improper turn, failure to yield.

According to the police report, a southbound SUV made a U-turn on Kissena Blvd at Sanford Ave and struck an e-bike traveling straight. The SUV's right front hit the e-bike's left front. Two e-bike riders were injured: a 59-year-old female rear passenger, partially ejected, suffered knee and leg injuries; a 52-year-old male driver, also partially ejected, suffered neck injuries. Both were in shock and complained of pain or nausea. The police report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the SUV driver's errors. No contributing factors were assigned to the e-bike riders. The crash underscores the danger of improper turns and failure to yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766459 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
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SUV Fails to Yield, Injures Two Pedestrians

Two pedestrians, aged 75 and 82, were struck at a Queens intersection while crossing with the signal. The SUV driver, making a right turn, failed to yield right-of-way, hitting both and causing knee and lower leg injuries with bruises.

According to the police report, an SUV traveling north on Northern Boulevard in Queens was making a right turn when it struck two pedestrians at the intersection with Union Street. Both pedestrians, aged 75 and 82, were crossing with the signal but were injured due to the driver's failure to yield right-of-way. The impact occurred at the vehicle's right front bumper, causing contusions and bruises to the pedestrians' knees and lower legs. The driver was licensed and operating a 2011 Lexus SUV. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor, emphasizing the driver's error. Both victims remained conscious but sustained injury severity level 3, highlighting the serious consequences of the driver's negligence.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766216 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Distracted SUV Strikes Elderly Bicyclist on Union Street

A 74-year-old bicyclist suffered upper arm injuries and partial ejection after a distracted SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way on Union Street. The SUV struck the bike’s front end while changing lanes, leaving the cyclist in shock and pain.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 9:51 on Union Street involving a 2022 SUV and a 74-year-old male bicyclist. The SUV driver was changing lanes northbound and struck the bicyclist, who was also traveling northbound. The point of impact was the SUV’s center back end and the bike’s center front end. The bicyclist was partially ejected and sustained upper arm injuries, reporting pain and nausea and was in shock. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors on the part of the SUV driver. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. No damage was reported to the SUV, while the bike’s front end was damaged. The data highlights driver error and systemic danger from inattentive lane changes and failure to yield.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766246 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Distracted Sedan Driver Rear-Ends Box Truck

A sedan driver made a right turn and struck the rear of a box truck traveling west on 150 Street. The sedan driver, a 54-year-old woman, suffered neck injuries and bruising. Police cited driver inattention as the cause of the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on 150 Street around 9:00 AM. A 54-year-old female sedan driver, licensed in New York, was making a right turn when she collided with the center rear end of a westbound Chevy box truck. The box truck driver, a licensed male, was traveling straight ahead. The sedan sustained damage to its center back end, while the box truck was damaged at its center front end. The sedan driver was injured, suffering a neck contusion and bruising, and was conscious at the scene. The report explicitly identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4766195 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06