Crash Count for Precinct 110
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 4,817
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,689
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 419
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 26
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 15
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 110?

Queens Streets Bleed While City Hall Sleeps

Queens Streets Bleed While City Hall Sleeps

Precinct 110: Jan 1, 2022 - Jun 6, 2025

The Deaths Keep Coming

A woman crossing 57th Avenue with the light. A truck making a right turn. She never made it to the other side. A 78-year-old, struck by a moped at Grand Avenue and 80th Street, her hip shattered. A 41-year-old man, crushed on the Van Wyck, his body broken by a passing SUV. In three and a half years, 13 people have died in crashes in Precinct 110. Twenty-four more suffered serious injuries (NYC Open Data). The numbers are cold, but the pain is not.

The Machines That Kill

SUVs and trucks did most of the damage. Of the pedestrians killed or seriously hurt, SUVs were involved in at least three deaths and four serious injuries. Trucks took another life. Mopeds, bikes, and sedans all left bodies and broken bones behind. No helmet, no crosswalk, no right-of-way could save them. The street is a battlefield, and the most vulnerable lose.

Leadership: Words, Laws, and Silence

City Hall talks about Vision Zero. The state passed Sammy’s Law, letting New York City lower speed limits to 20 mph. But the city has not pulled the trigger. Speed cameras cut speeding by 63% where installed. Injuries drop 14%. But the law that keeps them running is always at risk of expiring. Each delay is a gamble with someone else’s life.

Police have the tools. They can enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, and target crash hotspots. But it takes will. It takes seeing the dead and injured as neighbors, not numbers.

The Cost of Delay

After a firefighter killed a young worker in Queens, prosecutors said, “The victim had the right-of-way, and Pena ran a steady red light” (NY Daily News). The driver was drunk, high, and speeding. The city fired him. The family buried their son. The street stayed the same.

What Now?

Every day without action is another day of risk. Call your council member. Call the mayor. Demand a 20 mph speed limit. Demand speed cameras stay on. Demand police crack down on reckless driving. Don’t wait for another body in the road. Take action now.

Citations

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Other Representatives

Sam Berger
Assembly Member Sam Berger
District 27
District Office:
159-06 71st Ave., Flushing, NY 11365
Legislative Office:
Room 818, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Shekar Krishnan
Council Member Shekar Krishnan
District 25
District Office:
37-32 75th Street, 1st Floor, Jackson Heights, NY 11372
718-803-6373
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1816, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7066
Twitter: CMShekarK
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 110 Police Precinct 110 sits in Queens, District 25, AD 27, SD 11.

It contains Queens CB81, Queens CB4, Elmhurst, Corona, Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.

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Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 110

SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver

SUV slammed center back end on Grand Central Parkway. Driver suffered head injury. No pedestrians or cyclists involved. Police report lists no driver errors.

A crash occurred on Grand Central Parkway at Exit 9 in Queens. An SUV struck its center back end. According to the police report, the driver, a 55-year-old man, was injured with head trauma and whiplash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. The driver was wearing a lap belt. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4807616 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd

A sedan making a U-turn struck a southbound cyclist head-on near Junction Blvd. The rider, 27, suffered head crush injuries. Police cite failure to yield. The street was quiet. Then it wasn’t.

A sedan struck a 27-year-old bicyclist head-on during a U-turn near 59-17 Junction Blvd in Queens. The cyclist suffered crush injuries to the head and was conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the car failed to yield right-of-way. The contributing factor listed is 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing the driver’s failure to yield. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4806005 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt

Two sedans crashed on Grand Central Parkway. Three passengers suffered injuries. Police cite following too closely as the cause. Metal and bodies took the hit. The road stayed ruthless.

Two sedans collided on Grand Central Parkway near Roosevelt Avenue. Three passengers, ages 18, 24, and 26, were injured, suffering bruises and other trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Following Too Closely.' Both vehicles were traveling straight when the impact occurred. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The drivers were licensed and remained at the scene. The toll fell on those inside, as metal met metal and bodies bore the force.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4805526 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway

A sedan merges on Grand Central Parkway. Metal crunches. A sixty-one-year-old woman grips her neck, stunned. The night holds its breath. Failure to yield leaves pain and silence.

A sedan struck while merging eastbound on Grand Central Parkway in Queens. A sixty-one-year-old woman, driving the sedan, suffered neck pain and shock. According to the police report, 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' was listed as a contributing factor, along with 'Following Too Closely.' The crash left the car’s front bumper crushed. The driver wore a seatbelt. No other injuries were reported. The data points to driver errors—failure to yield and following too closely—as the causes of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4804959 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcyclist Killed In Queens Collision Blaze

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.


Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School

A driver lost control near a Queens school. The car struck two children and a man. A seven-year-old girl’s leg snapped. Sirens wailed. Police arrested the driver. The sidewalk bore the scars. The city’s danger was plain.

According to the New York Post (April 4, 2025), an unlicensed driver reversed into a box truck, then spun onto the sidewalk outside Our World Neighborhood Charter School in Astoria, Queens. The crash injured three: a 7-year-old girl with a broken femur and head injury, a 14-year-old girl with leg injuries, and a 58-year-old man with bruises. The article states, 'Bah was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, reckless driving and driving without a license.' This incident follows another recent crash involving a suspended license, highlighting recurring risks from unlicensed drivers. The crash underscores the persistent threat cars pose to people on city sidewalks, especially near schools.


E-Bike Rider Killed At Queens Intersection

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.


SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway

Two SUVs collided on the Long Island Expressway when one followed too closely and struck the other’s rear. The driver of the struck vehicle suffered head injuries and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. Both drivers erred by tailgating.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 10:33 PM on the Long Island Expressway involving two SUVs traveling westbound. One SUV was stopped in traffic when the second SUV, driven by a licensed male driver, failed to maintain a safe distance and rear-ended the first vehicle. The driver of the struck vehicle, a 31-year-old woman restrained by a lap belt and harness, sustained head injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor for both drivers, highlighting driver error in maintaining safe spacing. The impact occurred at the center back end of the first vehicle and the center front end of the second. No other contributing factors or victim behaviors were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802695 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Unlicensed Driver Backs SUV Into Pedestrian

A 27-year-old woman suffered abrasions and arm injuries after an unlicensed driver reversed a sport utility vehicle unsafely in Queens. The pedestrian was struck outside an intersection, hit by the vehicle’s right rear bumper, sustaining moderate injuries.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:00 in Queens near 89-01 Queens Blvd. The driver, a female operating a 2011 SUV without a license, was backing unsafely from a parked position. The vehicle’s right rear bumper struck a 27-year-old female pedestrian who was not in the roadway and was outside an intersection. The pedestrian sustained abrasions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The report cites 'Backing Unsafely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The driver’s unlicensed status further underscores systemic danger. The pedestrian’s actions were not listed as contributing factors. Vehicle damage was limited to the right rear bumper.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802694 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Firefighter Charged After Fatal Queens Crash

A speeding Mercedes ran a red in Queens. The driver, high and drunk, struck a young airport worker headed to his job. The worker died. Two passengers survived. The driver, a probationary firefighter, now faces manslaughter charges.

NY Daily News reported on March 28, 2025, that Michael Pena, a probationary FDNY firefighter, was fired after being charged with vehicular manslaughter in a Queens crash. Prosecutors said Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and struck Justin Diaz, 23, who had the right-of-way. Pena's blood-alcohol content was 0.156%, nearly double the legal limit, and he tested positive for cocaine and marijuana. The article states, 'Pena was driving nearly 60 mph above the speed limit after a night of drinking at a bar.' Surveillance footage confirmed the sequence. Two passengers in Pena's car were hospitalized. The crash highlights ongoing risks from impaired and reckless driving, even among public servants.


Sedans Crash on 46 Ave, Passenger Hurt

Two sedans slammed together on 46 Ave in Queens. A front passenger took the hit—abdomen, pelvis, whiplash. Both drivers licensed. Metal twisted. No cyclist or pedestrian involved.

According to the police report, two sedans traveling south on 46 Avenue in Queens collided. The right rear quarter panel of one car struck the center front end of the other. A 25-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat suffered injuries to her abdomen and pelvis and reported whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. Both drivers were licensed men from New York. The police report lists no contributing factors or driver errors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved in the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4801745 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Driver Strikes Parked SUV in Queens

A parked SUV became a tomb on 42nd Avenue. Distraction carved metal, left a woman, 43, lifeless in the daylight hush. The lap belt held her, but the impact did not forgive. The street bore witness, silent and unchanged.

According to the police report, a fatal crash occurred outside 104-28 42nd Avenue in Queens when a parked Subaru SUV was struck on its left side. The sole occupant, a 43-year-old woman, was inside the vehicle at the time and was held in place by her lap belt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor leading to the collision. The impact folded metal and resulted in the apparent death of the woman, who did not leave the car. The police report does not cite any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the danger created by driver distraction, which turned a parked vehicle into a scene of tragedy.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802721 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted SUV Strikes Pedestrian on Baxter Ave

A 34-year-old woman crossing Baxter Avenue away from an intersection was struck by an eastbound SUV. The pedestrian suffered head injuries and abrasions. The driver’s inattention and disregard for traffic control led to the collision.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Baxter Avenue in Queens at 3:30 AM. A 34-year-old female pedestrian was crossing outside of a crosswalk or signal when she was hit by a Station Wagon/SUV traveling eastbound. The point of impact was the vehicle’s right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained head injuries and abrasions but remained conscious. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors, highlighting the driver’s failure to yield and maintain attention. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The pedestrian’s crossing location is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The collision underscores the dangers posed by distracted driving and failure to observe traffic controls.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4803177 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Strikes Teen Pedestrian at Queens Intersection

A 16-year-old boy suffered upper leg injuries and shock after a BMW sedan struck him at a Queens intersection. The vehicle was making a right turn when the collision occurred. The pedestrian was at the intersection, injured but not ejected.

According to the police report, a 16-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of Britton Ave and Elbertson St in Queens around 9:30 PM. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his hip and upper leg and was in shock, complaining of pain and nausea. The collision involved a 2020 BMW sedan traveling south and making a right turn. The point of impact was the vehicle's left front bumper. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the pedestrian but does not identify any driver errors or violations such as failure to yield. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the driver’s details were not provided. The pedestrian was located at the intersection at the time of impact.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4802389 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Two Sedans Collide on Meadow Lake Drive

Two sedans crashed head-on on Meadow Lake Drive. The 58-year-old male driver suffered injuries and incoherence. Police cited driver inattention and unsafe speed as causes. Both vehicles sustained front quarter panel damage in the afternoon collision.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Meadow Lake Drive around 3 p.m. The 58-year-old male driver of one vehicle was injured and became incoherent after the crash. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors to the collision. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead when the crash occurred. The point of impact was the left front quarter panel of one sedan and the right front quarter panel of the other, indicating a significant front-side collision. The injured driver was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report does not list any victim behaviors as contributing factors, focusing solely on driver errors and vehicle damage.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4798524 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Man And Child Struck In Queens Crash

A car hit a man and a child in Flushing. The man lay trapped under the vehicle. Both went to the hospital. The man’s injuries were critical. The driver stayed at the scene. Police are still investigating.

ABC7 reported on March 13, 2025, that a car struck two pedestrians at 32nd Avenue and 138th Street in Queens. Police found an adult man pinned under the vehicle and a child, aged 8 to 10, also injured. Both were hospitalized, with the man in critical condition. The article states, 'Police responded...and found an adult man pinned under a vehicle.' The driver remained at the scene, and the investigation continues. The crash highlights the ongoing risk to pedestrians at city intersections. No charges or details on driver actions were released at the time of reporting.


Firefighter Runs Red, Kills Airport Worker

A drunk, speeding firefighter ran a red light in Queens. He slammed into Justin Diaz’s car. Diaz died. He was 23. His family buried him with his new degree. The firefighter faces charges. The street remains unchanged.

According to the NY Daily News (2025-03-04), Justin Diaz, 23, was killed when an off-duty FDNY firefighter, Michael Pena, sped through a red light at 83 mph in a 25 mph zone and struck Diaz’s BMW at 107th St. and Northern Blvd. Diaz was heading to work at LaGuardia Airport. Prosecutors say Pena was drunk, high on cocaine and marijuana, and refused a breath test. His blood-alcohol content was 0.156 percent. Surveillance footage confirmed Diaz had the right-of-way. The article notes, 'The victim had the right-of-way, and Pena ran a steady red light, prosecutors say.' Pena was charged with vehicular manslaughter and DWI. His license was suspended. The case highlights ongoing dangers for New York City road users and questions about bail and accountability for reckless drivers.


Sedan Passenger Suffers Severe Head Injury

A sedan changed lanes on the Long Island Expressway. The driver reacted to another vehicle. A rear passenger was knocked unconscious, suffering a head injury and bruises. The right front bumper took the hit.

According to the police report, a crash occurred at 4:25 AM on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. A 2015 BMW sedan, traveling east, changed lanes when the driver reacted to an uninvolved vehicle. The impact left a 27-year-old male passenger in the middle rear seat unconscious with a head injury and contusions. The report lists 'Reaction to Uninvolved Vehicle' as the contributing factor. The sedan’s right front bumper was damaged. No other contributing factors related to the passenger’s actions were noted. The injury was classified as serious.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4796004 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Firefighter Charged After Deadly Queens Crash

A speeding Mercedes tore through a red light in Queens. The driver, off-duty FDNY, struck a BMW. The crash ripped off the roof. The 23-year-old inside died. The firefighter stayed at the scene, reeking of alcohol, unsteady, charged with manslaughter.

ABC7 reported on February 28, 2025, that off-duty firefighter Michael Pena was arraigned after a fatal crash in East Elmhurst, Queens. Prosecutors say Pena drove 83 mph in a 25 mph zone, ran a red light, and t-boned a BMW, killing 23-year-old Justin Diaz. The article quotes DA Melinda Katz: "An FDNY firefighter who was off duty is accused of driving under the influence, running a steady red light and slamming into a 23-year-old motorist, killing him, as he drove more than three times the posted speed limit." Pena's blood alcohol content was .156 percent, and he allegedly had drugs in his system. The BMW was sent flying into a parked car, its roof torn off. Pena faces manslaughter and related charges. The case highlights the lethal risk of extreme speeding and impaired driving on city streets.


Red Light Crash Kills Driver in Queens

A firefighter ran a red. Metal struck metal. A young man died. The street echoed with sirens. Two more rode to the hospital. The city keeps count. The danger stays.

According to the New York Post (February 27, 2025), off-duty FDNY firefighter Michael Pena drove through a red light at Northern Boulevard and 107th Street in Queens, striking Justin Diaz’s car. Surveillance video captured Pena’s Mercedes “passing a red light on Northern Boulevard and T-boning Diaz’s 2022 BMW.” Diaz, 23, died at Elmhurst Hospital. Pena faces charges of vehicular manslaughter, DWI, and refusal to take a breath test. Two passengers in Pena’s car were hospitalized. The FDNY suspended Pena for 28 days without pay. The crash highlights the lethal consequences of red-light running and impaired driving, raising questions about enforcement and accountability on city streets.