No More Bodies for Northern Boulevard

A 76-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck by a southbound sedan on Main Street in Queens. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing a severe injury with fractures and dislocations. The vehicle showed no damage despite the impact.

According to the police report, a 76-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Main Street and Blossom Avenue in Queens at 18:12. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a southbound Tesla sedan struck her at the center front end. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian suffered injuries to her entire body, including fractures and dislocations, and was conscious at the scene. Despite the severity of the pedestrian's injuries, the sedan sustained no damage. The crash highlights a critical failure by the vehicle operator to yield to a pedestrian lawfully crossing, underscoring systemic danger at this intersection.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795108, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 48-year-old woman was struck by a southbound sedan on Main St while crossing outside a crosswalk. The vehicle’s left front bumper hit her knee and lower leg. The pedestrian suffered bruising and was conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 48-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2023 Audi sedan traveling south on Main St struck her outside a crosswalk. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper, which caused contusions and injuries to the pedestrian's knee and lower leg. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk, but the report emphasizes the driver's failure to yield. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the collision. The pedestrian remained conscious after the crash, and the vehicle sustained damage to its left front bumper.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795803, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 24-year-old driver with inexperience and distraction caused a collision involving a bus, sedan, and pickup truck. The driver suffered whiplash but was not ejected. The crash occurred on Linden Place with front-end impacts on multiple vehicles.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 11:33 on Linden Place involving a bus, sedan, and pickup truck. The 24-year-old male driver, identified as the sedan driver, was injured with whiplash and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors to the crash. The bus was traveling north and impacted with its center front end to the sedan's left front bumper. The pickup truck was stopped in traffic and sustained damage to its left front bumper and quarter panel. The collision's multiple points of impact and the driver's errors highlight systemic dangers posed by inexperienced and distracted drivers in multi-vehicle crashes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794908, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A Ford sedan turned left on College Point Blvd, striking a southbound cyclist. Steel hit flesh. The rider, 32, fell. Legs crushed. The street fell silent except for pain. Police cite driver distraction. Systemic danger left another body broken.

A collision occurred on College Point Blvd near 14th Road in Queens at 5:49 a.m., involving a Ford sedan and a southbound cyclist. According to the police report, the sedan was 'making left turn' when it struck the cyclist, who was 'going straight ahead.' The report states, 'Steel met skin. The rider, 32, fell hard. Legs crushed.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to the lower legs and remained conscious at the scene. Police explicitly list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both the sedan and the crash overall. The sedan’s left front bumper struck the bike’s center front end. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after driver distraction is cited as the cause. The crash underscores the persistent risk posed by inattentive drivers to vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794907, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan tore down Parsons Blvd and crashed into three parked SUVs. Metal twisted. The driver, alone and belted, suffered crushing injuries. Alcohol was present. The night in Queens was split by screeching steel and broken glass.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling south on Parsons Blvd near Cherry Ave collided with three parked SUVs at 9:00 p.m. The driver, a 40-year-old man, was alone in the vehicle and wearing a seatbelt. He sustained crush injuries to his entire body but remained conscious at the scene. The report notes 'alcohol involvement' as a contributing factor in the crash. No other individuals were injured, as all struck vehicles were unoccupied and parked. The narrative describes the sedan slamming into the stationary SUVs, with metal folding and lights blinking in the aftermath. The data highlights the presence of alcohol in the driver's system, a critical factor in the violent impact. No victim behavior is cited as contributing to the crash. The focus remains on the systemic danger posed by impaired driving and the vulnerability of anyone on or near city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794838, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 53-year-old woman on an e-scooter was injured after a sedan failed to yield while making a right turn on College Point Blvd. She was ejected and suffered full-body injuries including fractures and dislocations.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 15:40 on College Point Blvd in Queens. A sedan was making a right turn when it collided with an e-scooter traveling straight ahead. The e-scooter driver, a 53-year-old woman, was ejected from her vehicle and sustained injuries to her entire body, including fractures and dislocations. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the sedan driver. There was no damage reported to the sedan, and the e-scooter sustained unspecified damage. The injured woman was conscious at the scene. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the e-scooter driver. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver failure to yield to vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4793967, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorcycle traveling west on Kissena Blvd struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian crossing outside a crosswalk. The impact caused abrasions and injuries to her lower leg and foot. The pedestrian was conscious but injured, highlighting dangers on this Queens street.

According to the police report, a licensed male driver on a 2024 Jiaju motorcycle was traveling westbound on Kissena Blvd when the motorcycle's center front end struck a 40-year-old female pedestrian crossing the street outside of a crosswalk or signal. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot, classified as injury severity level 3. The pedestrian was conscious at the scene. The report lists no specific contributing factors for the driver but notes the pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk. The collision and resulting injuries underscore the hazards posed by vehicle movements in areas where pedestrians cross unsignaled, emphasizing the systemic danger of driver failure to anticipate pedestrian presence in such locations.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4793965, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan traveling south struck a westbound bicyclist at 132-23 14 Ave in Queens. The cyclist, a 29-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cite driver inattention as the cause, highlighting the dangers of distracted driving.

According to the police report, a 2003 Toyota sedan traveling south collided with a westbound bicycle at the intersection of 132-23 14 Ave in Queens at 5:59 PM. The bicyclist, a 29-year-old female, was injured with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot but was conscious and not ejected from her bike. The point of impact was the sedan's right rear quarter panel striking the bike's center front end. The report explicitly lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor, indicating the sedan driver failed to maintain proper attention. No contributing factors were assigned to the bicyclist. This crash underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction in collisions with vulnerable road users.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4797345, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 64-year-old man was injured crossing Holly Ave with the signal. A sedan making a left turn struck him on the left side doors. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, causing knee and lower leg injuries. The pedestrian remained conscious.

According to the police report, a 64-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Holly Ave at an intersection with the signal when a 2024 Honda sedan, traveling south and making a left turn, struck him on the left side doors. The pedestrian suffered injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot but remained conscious. The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor by the vehicle driver. No other contributing factors related to the pedestrian were noted. The driver was licensed in New York and operating the vehicle legally. This collision highlights the critical danger posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4794815, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 61-year-old woman suffered knee and head injuries after a sedan failed to yield while making a left turn in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing at an intersection without signal. The driver’s error led to a serious collision with no vehicle damage.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling north on 159 Street in Queens struck a 61-year-old female pedestrian at the intersection with 43 Avenue around 6:30 pm. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian with the vehicle's left front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor by the driver. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk indication. She sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, foot, and suffered a concussion, classified as injury severity level 3. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not attribute any contributing fault to the pedestrian. The driver was licensed and operating a 2008 Honda sedan with one occupant.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4793107, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 62-year-old woman crossing with the signal was struck by a left-turning SUV on 156 St in Queens. She suffered head injuries and was in shock. The vehicle’s right front bumper was damaged in the impact at the intersection.

According to the police report, a 62-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 156 St and Sanford Ave in Queens at 9:05 AM. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when she was struck by a 2020 Mercedes SUV making a left turn. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper, which sustained damage. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and was reported to be in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver errors explicitly. The pedestrian’s crossing with the signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The incident highlights the dangers posed by turning vehicles at intersections.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4793097, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 41-year-old male bicyclist was ejected and suffered severe arm injuries after an SUV making a right turn hit him on Sanford Avenue in Queens. The crash involved a failure to yield right-of-way by the SUV driver, causing significant trauma without vehicle damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 18:20 on Sanford Avenue in Queens. A 41-year-old male bicyclist traveling east was struck on his right side by a northbound SUV making a right turn. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor, implicating the SUV driver’s error. The bicyclist was ejected from his bike and sustained a fractured, distorted, and dislocated injury to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The bicyclist was conscious but injured. The SUV showed no damage, indicating the impact was primarily on the bicyclist. No other contributing factors such as victim behavior or safety equipment were noted in the report.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4792476, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two sedans collided head-on in Queens. Steel twisted. A 38-year-old man, belted and conscious, suffered neck injuries. The seatbelt held him in place. The car’s frame did not. Failure to yield left a driver crushed and hurting.

On Laburnum Avenue near 158th Street in Queens, two sedans traveling straight collided head-on, according to the police report. The crash left a 38-year-old male driver, who was wearing a lap belt and harness, with crush injuries to his neck. The police report states, 'Two sedans met head-on. Steel kissed steel. A man, 38, stayed belted, conscious, crushed. His neck screamed. The belt held. The car did not.' The report explicitly cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor in the collision. No evidence in the report suggests any victim behavior contributed to the crash. The impact and resulting injuries stemmed from driver error and systemic danger on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4792240, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan starting from parking struck a 63-year-old woman crossing Main Street in Queens. The impact to the vehicle’s left front bumper injured her back. She remained conscious but suffered internal complaints. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.

According to the police report, a 2024 sedan driven by a licensed male driver was traveling south on Main Street in Queens around 7 PM when it struck a 63-year-old female pedestrian. The pedestrian was crossing the street without a signal or crosswalk indication. The point of impact was the vehicle’s left front bumper, causing injury to the pedestrian’s back and internal complaints. She was conscious at the scene. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s crossing behavior is noted but not identified as a contributing factor. The driver was starting from parking at the time of the collision. No helmet or safety equipment applies as the victim was a pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4791822, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An SUV making a left turn collided with a northbound sedan on Clintonville Street. A 12-year-old rear passenger in the SUV suffered facial contusions. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the primary contributing factor in the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:45 PM on Clintonville Street involving two vehicles: a 2018 Ford SUV making a left turn eastbound and a 2001 Ford sedan traveling northbound straight ahead. The point of impact was the right front bumper of the SUV and the left front bumper of the sedan. The report identifies failure to yield right-of-way as the key driver error contributing to the collision. A 12-year-old female occupant seated in the left rear passenger position of the SUV was injured, sustaining facial contusions and classified with injury severity level 3. She was wearing a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The police report does not list any contributing factors related to the victim's behavior. The crash highlights the dangers posed by left-turn maneuvers when drivers fail to yield to oncoming traffic.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4791244, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 36-year-old bicyclist was injured when a sedan, driven by an inexperienced driver, collided with him on Metcalf Avenue in Queens. The cyclist suffered elbow and lower arm injuries. The crash exposed dangers of driver inexperience in vehicle-bicycle encounters.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Metcalf Avenue in Queens at 4:30 p.m. A sedan, initially parked and driven by a licensed male driver, collided with a southbound bicyclist. The point of impact was the sedan's left side doors and the bike's right front quarter panel. The bicyclist, a 36-year-old male wearing a helmet, sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand and remained conscious after the collision. The police report lists "Driver Inexperience" twice as contributing factors, highlighting the sedan driver's lack of skill or familiarity as a critical cause. There are no listed contributing factors related to the bicyclist's behavior. The crash underscores the systemic danger posed by inexperienced drivers to vulnerable road users like cyclists.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790705, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 13-year-old boy was injured crossing Kissena Blvd at a marked crosswalk without a signal. A southbound sedan struck him center front, causing contusions and hip-upper leg injuries. The driver showed no damage to the vehicle, indicating possible failure to yield.

According to the police report, a 13-year-old male pedestrian was crossing Kissena Blvd at a marked crosswalk but without a crossing signal when he was struck by a southbound 2022 Honda sedan. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to his hip and upper leg, resulting in shock and injury severity level 3. The vehicle sustained no damage, suggesting the collision was at a low speed. The report lists no contributing factors for the driver or pedestrian, but the lack of vehicle damage combined with the pedestrian's crossing without a signal points to a possible failure to yield by the driver. The driver was licensed and driving straight ahead at the time of impact. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4790706, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A man slammed his Mercedes into a stopped car on the Whitestone Expressway. The impact threw an MTA worker onto the pavement. The driver ran. The worker died. Police found the abandoned car. The driver had no license.

NY Daily News reported on February 5, 2025, that James Vennitti, 63, was arrested for a deadly hit-and-run on the Whitestone Expressway in Queens. On February 10, 2024, Vennitti allegedly rear-ended David Berney, 43, after Berney and another driver stopped in the middle lane following a minor collision. The crash threw Berney from his car, killing him at the scene. The other driver was injured. Vennitti, unlicensed, abandoned his Mercedes and fled on foot. Police arrested him a year later. A grand jury indicted Vennitti for leaving the scene of a fatal crash and driving without a license. The case highlights the lethal risk of unlicensed driving and the dangers of stopped vehicles on high-speed roads.

• Unlicensed Driver Flees Queens Fatal Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-02-05

A 19-year-old woman was injured crossing Northern Blvd at an intersection in Queens. The SUV driver failed to yield right-of-way while making a left turn. The pedestrian suffered abrasions and full-body injury but remained conscious after impact.

According to the police report, a 19-year-old female pedestrian was crossing Northern Blvd at an intersection in Queens at 10:35 PM when she was struck by a 2013 Ford SUV. The vehicle was traveling west and making a left turn when the collision occurred at the right front bumper. The report cites 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the primary contributing factor attributed to the driver. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal, eliminating her actions as a contributing factor. She sustained abrasions and injuries to her entire body but remained conscious after the crash. The SUV showed no damage, indicating a low-speed impact. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally, but his failure to yield created a hazardous situation resulting in serious injury to the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789636, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 75-year-old woman suffered a head contusion after an SUV hit her at a Queens intersection. The vehicle’s left front bumper made impact while traveling east. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. Injuries were serious but non-life-threatening.

According to the police report, a 75-year-old female pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 157 Street and 33 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2021 Subaru SUV traveling east struck her with its left front bumper. The report lists the pedestrian’s injury as a head contusion with an injury severity of 3. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle going straight ahead. No specific driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were cited, but the pedestrian’s crossing without a signal is noted as a contributing factor. The collision caused damage to the SUV’s left front bumper. The pedestrian remained conscious after the impact.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4789633, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15