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 28
▸ Crush Injuries 8
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 13
▸ Severe Lacerations 7
▸ Concussion 14
▸ Whiplash 86
▸ Contusion/Bruise 136
▸ Abrasion 98
▸ Pain/Nausea 29
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 110
- 2025 Black Ford Suburban (LVF9839) – 55 times • 4 in last 90d here
- 2025 Black Land Rover Suburban (LTW5645) – 51 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Gray BMW Coupe (JPR5734) – 40 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2010 Gray Me/Be Suburban (LAV3029) – 19 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2023 Gray Subaru Sedan (JKX8699) – 17 times • 3 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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4 AM on Roosevelt Avenue
Precinct 110: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 11, 2025
Just after 4 AM on Sep 13, 2025, at Roosevelt Avenue and Benham Street, a driver in a Chevy SUV going east hit a 16-year-old girl. She died at the scene, and another woman was hurt. Police records for that crash note alcohol and aggressive driving as factors NYC Open Data.
She is one of 29 people killed on 110th Precinct streets since 2022, including 17 people walking and one person on a bike. Another 3,569 were injured NYC Open Data.
Where the blood pools
The worst pain sits on the highways and the big arterials. The Long Island Expressway, Roosevelt Avenue, the Van Wyck Expressway, and Grand Central Parkway together account for the heaviest toll, including multiple deaths on each corridor NYC Open Data.
Nights are deadly. The 4 AM hour has seen three deaths. So have 8 AM and 4 PM. The 3 AM and 10 PM hours follow close behind NYC Open Data.
What police record
In this precinct’s serious crashes, police most often cite human choices we can fix. They recorded alcohol involvement in deadly cases. They recorded drivers blowing past signals. They recorded aggressive driving. They recorded failures to yield that left people hurt in crosswalks NYC Open Data.
Fix the corners. Slow the cars.
Start where people keep getting hit. On Roosevelt Avenue and along the expressway service roads, daylight the corners, give pedestrians a head start, harden the turns, and narrow the lanes. Target right turns where trucks swing wide. Aim enforcement at crosswalk failure-to-yield and late-night speeding on known hotspots NYC Open Data.
Then do the simple citywide work. Lower the default speed limit on local streets and stop repeat speeders with mandatory limiters. Both steps are laid out here with how to press for them CrashCount Take Action.
Local officials know this ground. Council Member Shekar Krishnan, Assembly Member Sam Berger, and State Senator Toby Stavisky represent these blocks. The deaths keep coming. The tools exist. What gives?
One girl died before sunrise on Roosevelt Avenue. Don’t wait for the next one. Act here CrashCount Take Action.
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District 25
State Senator Toby Stavisky
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▸ 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.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 110
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸May 30 - A cyclist rode south on Junction Blvd. An SUV turned left from 55 Ave. Metal hit flesh. The cyclist took the blow, neck injured. Police blamed driver inattention. The street stayed busy. The pain lingered.
A crash on Junction Blvd at 55 Ave in Queens left a 23-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north made a left turn and struck the cyclist, who was heading south. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other injuries were specified for the SUV occupants. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the police report first cites driver inattention as the cause. The impact was to the left side of the bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
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Taxi Ejects Passengers, Injures Pedestrian on Albion Ave▸May 18 - Taxi struck on Albion Ave. Two passengers ejected. Pedestrian hurt. Police cite vehicular error, outside distraction. Pain, fractures, chaos in Queens street.
A taxi on Albion Ave in Queens was involved in a crash that left two passengers ejected and injured, and a pedestrian hurt. According to the police report, 'Other Vehicular' error and 'Outside Car Distraction' contributed to the crash. One passenger suffered a fractured arm, another reported leg pain, and the pedestrian, a 27-year-old woman, also sustained leg injuries. The driver was listed as involved but not ejected. The report highlights driver error and distraction as key factors.
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SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Northern Blvd▸May 9 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Northern Blvd. Four people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The street did not forgive.
Two vehicles collided on Northern Blvd at Seaver Way in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the rear of an SUV. Four occupants suffered injuries: neck, chest, and arm trauma, including whiplash. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was slowing or stopping when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash left pain and damage in its wake.
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SUVs Collide on Van Wyck, Multiple Hurt▸May 4 - Two SUVs crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. Alcohol and failure to yield drove the impact. Passengers and drivers suffered head, neck, and arm injuries. Pain and bruises marked the aftermath.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on the Van Wyck Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash. Multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured—some with head and neck trauma, others with arm contusions. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The crash left several people conscious but in pain, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore basic rules.
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Rear-End Crash on Long Island Expressway Injures Driver▸Apr 27 - Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway. One driver, age 65, suffered neck injury. Police list contributing factors as unspecified. Metal and glass met. The system failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, a 65-year-old male driver was injured with neck trauma. The other driver, a 28-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling west; one was stopped in traffic, the other going straight. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The impact struck the center back end of the stopped sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Motorscooter and E-Scooter Collide on Whitney Ave▸Apr 26 - A motorscooter and e-scooter crashed on Whitney Ave. One rider, 61, ejected and suffered a head injury. Unsafe lane changing listed as cause. The street stayed quiet after the impact.
A crash on Whitney Ave at Macnish St in Queens involved a motorscooter and an e-scooter. According to the police report, unsafe lane changing was a contributing factor. A 61-year-old male motorscooter driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The e-scooter driver, 25, wore a helmet and was not reported injured. No other injuries were listed. The report highlights unsafe lane changing as the key error. Helmet use is noted only for the e-scooter driver, after the driver error.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸Apr 23 - A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at 97th Street▸Apr 21 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing at 97th Street. She was injured. The car’s left front bumper took the impact. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan traveling north on 97th Street struck a 75-year-old woman at the intersection with Roosevelt Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The point of impact was the car’s left front bumper. The driver was making a left turn. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing against the signal. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens▸Apr 21 - Metal bolts crashed through a windshield in Queens. Glass exploded over the passenger. The No. 7 train rumbled above. Danger rained down. This was not the first time. The system failed to shield those below.
ABC7 reported on April 21, 2025, that debris from the No. 7 subway train fell onto a car at Queens Plaza, shattering the windshield and denting the hood. Rahimi, the driver, said, "We were driving right off here. Something fell off the train, damaging the windshield." Passenger Malnick described, "A bolt hit and then right away just the sound of glass exploding and glass all over me." The incident echoes previous cases: in 2019, falling debris from elevated tracks struck vehicles three times in a month. The MTA responded then by intensifying inspections, but the problem persists. The agency now says it is investigating and will inspect the area. The repeated incidents highlight ongoing risks from aging infrastructure above city streets.
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Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-21
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FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens▸Apr 20 - A fire truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The driver struck a man on a bicycle. He died at the scene. Police closed the street. Another life ended in the crosswalk’s shadow. The city investigates. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 20, 2025, that an FDNY truck struck and killed a bicyclist in Middle Village, Queens. The crash happened as the truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street. According to police, 'the truck was turning onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street in Middle Village when the collision occurred.' The cyclist, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The NYPD is investigating. The incident highlights the risks faced by cyclists at intersections and the dangers of large vehicles turning across paths. Policy questions remain about intersection design and vehicle operation in dense neighborhoods.
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FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-20
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Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Hurt▸Apr 19 - Two sedans crashed at 111 St and 49 Ave. A child and three adults suffered injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Pain followed. System failed the vulnerable.
Two sedans collided at 111 St and 49 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, a 9-year-old boy and three adults were injured, with one driver suffering neck injuries and a passenger hurt in the back. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Improper Lane Use Injures Passenger on 75th Street▸Apr 19 - Two sedans collided on 75th Street in Queens. A passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the vulnerable.
A crash on 75th Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens involved two sedans. One passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report lists this driver error as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a driver and a child, were listed but not reported as injured. The impact left scars on metal and flesh. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside the cars.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park▸Apr 19 - A firetruck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The wheels crushed a cyclist. Sirens wailed. Sheets covered the scene. Two firefighters stood stunned. The body lay beneath the truck. One life ended. The street stayed silent.
According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck struck and killed a cyclist while turning onto Juniper Boulevard near Juniper Valley Park in Queens. The truck was responding to a call with lights and sirens. The victim, reportedly in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene after being trapped under the rear wheels. Photos showed the aftermath, with sheets covering the truck’s back wheels. A witness told the Post, “We stopped at the red light and there was the FDNY truck... One of them seemed concerned, like shaken, like shocked.” The incident is under investigation. The article highlights the risks at intersections and the dangers large emergency vehicles pose to vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-19
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SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver▸Apr 16 - 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.
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Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
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Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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 Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
May 30 - A cyclist rode south on Junction Blvd. An SUV turned left from 55 Ave. Metal hit flesh. The cyclist took the blow, neck injured. Police blamed driver inattention. The street stayed busy. The pain lingered.
A crash on Junction Blvd at 55 Ave in Queens left a 23-year-old cyclist injured. According to the police report, a station wagon/SUV traveling north made a left turn and struck the cyclist, who was heading south. The cyclist suffered a neck injury and reported whiplash. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for the crash. No other injuries were specified for the SUV occupants. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but the police report first cites driver inattention as the cause. The impact was to the left side of the bike and the right front bumper of the SUV. The crash highlights the danger faced by cyclists when drivers fail to pay attention.
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Taxi Ejects Passengers, Injures Pedestrian on Albion Ave▸May 18 - Taxi struck on Albion Ave. Two passengers ejected. Pedestrian hurt. Police cite vehicular error, outside distraction. Pain, fractures, chaos in Queens street.
A taxi on Albion Ave in Queens was involved in a crash that left two passengers ejected and injured, and a pedestrian hurt. According to the police report, 'Other Vehicular' error and 'Outside Car Distraction' contributed to the crash. One passenger suffered a fractured arm, another reported leg pain, and the pedestrian, a 27-year-old woman, also sustained leg injuries. The driver was listed as involved but not ejected. The report highlights driver error and distraction as key factors.
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SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Northern Blvd▸May 9 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Northern Blvd. Four people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The street did not forgive.
Two vehicles collided on Northern Blvd at Seaver Way in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the rear of an SUV. Four occupants suffered injuries: neck, chest, and arm trauma, including whiplash. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was slowing or stopping when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash left pain and damage in its wake.
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SUVs Collide on Van Wyck, Multiple Hurt▸May 4 - Two SUVs crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. Alcohol and failure to yield drove the impact. Passengers and drivers suffered head, neck, and arm injuries. Pain and bruises marked the aftermath.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on the Van Wyck Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash. Multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured—some with head and neck trauma, others with arm contusions. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The crash left several people conscious but in pain, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore basic rules.
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Rear-End Crash on Long Island Expressway Injures Driver▸Apr 27 - Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway. One driver, age 65, suffered neck injury. Police list contributing factors as unspecified. Metal and glass met. The system failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, a 65-year-old male driver was injured with neck trauma. The other driver, a 28-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling west; one was stopped in traffic, the other going straight. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The impact struck the center back end of the stopped sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Motorscooter and E-Scooter Collide on Whitney Ave▸Apr 26 - A motorscooter and e-scooter crashed on Whitney Ave. One rider, 61, ejected and suffered a head injury. Unsafe lane changing listed as cause. The street stayed quiet after the impact.
A crash on Whitney Ave at Macnish St in Queens involved a motorscooter and an e-scooter. According to the police report, unsafe lane changing was a contributing factor. A 61-year-old male motorscooter driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The e-scooter driver, 25, wore a helmet and was not reported injured. No other injuries were listed. The report highlights unsafe lane changing as the key error. Helmet use is noted only for the e-scooter driver, after the driver error.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸Apr 23 - A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at 97th Street▸Apr 21 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing at 97th Street. She was injured. The car’s left front bumper took the impact. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan traveling north on 97th Street struck a 75-year-old woman at the intersection with Roosevelt Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The point of impact was the car’s left front bumper. The driver was making a left turn. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing against the signal. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens▸Apr 21 - Metal bolts crashed through a windshield in Queens. Glass exploded over the passenger. The No. 7 train rumbled above. Danger rained down. This was not the first time. The system failed to shield those below.
ABC7 reported on April 21, 2025, that debris from the No. 7 subway train fell onto a car at Queens Plaza, shattering the windshield and denting the hood. Rahimi, the driver, said, "We were driving right off here. Something fell off the train, damaging the windshield." Passenger Malnick described, "A bolt hit and then right away just the sound of glass exploding and glass all over me." The incident echoes previous cases: in 2019, falling debris from elevated tracks struck vehicles three times in a month. The MTA responded then by intensifying inspections, but the problem persists. The agency now says it is investigating and will inspect the area. The repeated incidents highlight ongoing risks from aging infrastructure above city streets.
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Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-21
20
FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens▸Apr 20 - A fire truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The driver struck a man on a bicycle. He died at the scene. Police closed the street. Another life ended in the crosswalk’s shadow. The city investigates. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 20, 2025, that an FDNY truck struck and killed a bicyclist in Middle Village, Queens. The crash happened as the truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street. According to police, 'the truck was turning onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street in Middle Village when the collision occurred.' The cyclist, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The NYPD is investigating. The incident highlights the risks faced by cyclists at intersections and the dangers of large vehicles turning across paths. Policy questions remain about intersection design and vehicle operation in dense neighborhoods.
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FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-20
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Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Hurt▸Apr 19 - Two sedans crashed at 111 St and 49 Ave. A child and three adults suffered injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Pain followed. System failed the vulnerable.
Two sedans collided at 111 St and 49 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, a 9-year-old boy and three adults were injured, with one driver suffering neck injuries and a passenger hurt in the back. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Improper Lane Use Injures Passenger on 75th Street▸Apr 19 - Two sedans collided on 75th Street in Queens. A passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the vulnerable.
A crash on 75th Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens involved two sedans. One passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report lists this driver error as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a driver and a child, were listed but not reported as injured. The impact left scars on metal and flesh. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside the cars.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park▸Apr 19 - A firetruck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The wheels crushed a cyclist. Sirens wailed. Sheets covered the scene. Two firefighters stood stunned. The body lay beneath the truck. One life ended. The street stayed silent.
According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck struck and killed a cyclist while turning onto Juniper Boulevard near Juniper Valley Park in Queens. The truck was responding to a call with lights and sirens. The victim, reportedly in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene after being trapped under the rear wheels. Photos showed the aftermath, with sheets covering the truck’s back wheels. A witness told the Post, “We stopped at the red light and there was the FDNY truck... One of them seemed concerned, like shaken, like shocked.” The incident is under investigation. The article highlights the risks at intersections and the dangers large emergency vehicles pose to vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-19
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SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver▸Apr 16 - 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.
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Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
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Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
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Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
May 18 - Taxi struck on Albion Ave. Two passengers ejected. Pedestrian hurt. Police cite vehicular error, outside distraction. Pain, fractures, chaos in Queens street.
A taxi on Albion Ave in Queens was involved in a crash that left two passengers ejected and injured, and a pedestrian hurt. According to the police report, 'Other Vehicular' error and 'Outside Car Distraction' contributed to the crash. One passenger suffered a fractured arm, another reported leg pain, and the pedestrian, a 27-year-old woman, also sustained leg injuries. The driver was listed as involved but not ejected. The report highlights driver error and distraction as key factors.
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SUV Rear-Ended by Sedan on Northern Blvd▸May 9 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Northern Blvd. Four people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The street did not forgive.
Two vehicles collided on Northern Blvd at Seaver Way in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the rear of an SUV. Four occupants suffered injuries: neck, chest, and arm trauma, including whiplash. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was slowing or stopping when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash left pain and damage in its wake.
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SUVs Collide on Van Wyck, Multiple Hurt▸May 4 - Two SUVs crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. Alcohol and failure to yield drove the impact. Passengers and drivers suffered head, neck, and arm injuries. Pain and bruises marked the aftermath.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on the Van Wyck Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash. Multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured—some with head and neck trauma, others with arm contusions. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The crash left several people conscious but in pain, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore basic rules.
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Rear-End Crash on Long Island Expressway Injures Driver▸Apr 27 - Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway. One driver, age 65, suffered neck injury. Police list contributing factors as unspecified. Metal and glass met. The system failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, a 65-year-old male driver was injured with neck trauma. The other driver, a 28-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling west; one was stopped in traffic, the other going straight. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The impact struck the center back end of the stopped sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Motorscooter and E-Scooter Collide on Whitney Ave▸Apr 26 - A motorscooter and e-scooter crashed on Whitney Ave. One rider, 61, ejected and suffered a head injury. Unsafe lane changing listed as cause. The street stayed quiet after the impact.
A crash on Whitney Ave at Macnish St in Queens involved a motorscooter and an e-scooter. According to the police report, unsafe lane changing was a contributing factor. A 61-year-old male motorscooter driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The e-scooter driver, 25, wore a helmet and was not reported injured. No other injuries were listed. The report highlights unsafe lane changing as the key error. Helmet use is noted only for the e-scooter driver, after the driver error.
23
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸Apr 23 - A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
21
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at 97th Street▸Apr 21 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing at 97th Street. She was injured. The car’s left front bumper took the impact. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan traveling north on 97th Street struck a 75-year-old woman at the intersection with Roosevelt Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The point of impact was the car’s left front bumper. The driver was making a left turn. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing against the signal. No other contributing factors were listed.
21
Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens▸Apr 21 - Metal bolts crashed through a windshield in Queens. Glass exploded over the passenger. The No. 7 train rumbled above. Danger rained down. This was not the first time. The system failed to shield those below.
ABC7 reported on April 21, 2025, that debris from the No. 7 subway train fell onto a car at Queens Plaza, shattering the windshield and denting the hood. Rahimi, the driver, said, "We were driving right off here. Something fell off the train, damaging the windshield." Passenger Malnick described, "A bolt hit and then right away just the sound of glass exploding and glass all over me." The incident echoes previous cases: in 2019, falling debris from elevated tracks struck vehicles three times in a month. The MTA responded then by intensifying inspections, but the problem persists. The agency now says it is investigating and will inspect the area. The repeated incidents highlight ongoing risks from aging infrastructure above city streets.
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Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-21
20
FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens▸Apr 20 - A fire truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The driver struck a man on a bicycle. He died at the scene. Police closed the street. Another life ended in the crosswalk’s shadow. The city investigates. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 20, 2025, that an FDNY truck struck and killed a bicyclist in Middle Village, Queens. The crash happened as the truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street. According to police, 'the truck was turning onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street in Middle Village when the collision occurred.' The cyclist, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The NYPD is investigating. The incident highlights the risks faced by cyclists at intersections and the dangers of large vehicles turning across paths. Policy questions remain about intersection design and vehicle operation in dense neighborhoods.
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FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-20
19
Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Hurt▸Apr 19 - Two sedans crashed at 111 St and 49 Ave. A child and three adults suffered injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Pain followed. System failed the vulnerable.
Two sedans collided at 111 St and 49 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, a 9-year-old boy and three adults were injured, with one driver suffering neck injuries and a passenger hurt in the back. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
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Improper Lane Use Injures Passenger on 75th Street▸Apr 19 - Two sedans collided on 75th Street in Queens. A passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the vulnerable.
A crash on 75th Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens involved two sedans. One passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report lists this driver error as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a driver and a child, were listed but not reported as injured. The impact left scars on metal and flesh. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside the cars.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park▸Apr 19 - A firetruck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The wheels crushed a cyclist. Sirens wailed. Sheets covered the scene. Two firefighters stood stunned. The body lay beneath the truck. One life ended. The street stayed silent.
According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck struck and killed a cyclist while turning onto Juniper Boulevard near Juniper Valley Park in Queens. The truck was responding to a call with lights and sirens. The victim, reportedly in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene after being trapped under the rear wheels. Photos showed the aftermath, with sheets covering the truck’s back wheels. A witness told the Post, “We stopped at the red light and there was the FDNY truck... One of them seemed concerned, like shaken, like shocked.” The incident is under investigation. The article highlights the risks at intersections and the dangers large emergency vehicles pose to vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-19
16
SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver▸Apr 16 - 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.
13
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
11
Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
May 9 - A sedan slammed into an SUV’s rear on Northern Blvd. Four people hurt. Police cite following too closely and driver distraction. Metal, glass, pain. The street did not forgive.
Two vehicles collided on Northern Blvd at Seaver Way in Queens. According to the police report, a sedan struck the rear of an SUV. Four occupants suffered injuries: neck, chest, and arm trauma, including whiplash. Police list 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The SUV was slowing or stopping when hit. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash left pain and damage in its wake.
4
SUVs Collide on Van Wyck, Multiple Hurt▸May 4 - Two SUVs crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. Alcohol and failure to yield drove the impact. Passengers and drivers suffered head, neck, and arm injuries. Pain and bruises marked the aftermath.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on the Van Wyck Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash. Multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured—some with head and neck trauma, others with arm contusions. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The crash left several people conscious but in pain, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore basic rules.
27
Rear-End Crash on Long Island Expressway Injures Driver▸Apr 27 - Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway. One driver, age 65, suffered neck injury. Police list contributing factors as unspecified. Metal and glass met. The system failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, a 65-year-old male driver was injured with neck trauma. The other driver, a 28-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling west; one was stopped in traffic, the other going straight. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The impact struck the center back end of the stopped sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
26
Motorscooter and E-Scooter Collide on Whitney Ave▸Apr 26 - A motorscooter and e-scooter crashed on Whitney Ave. One rider, 61, ejected and suffered a head injury. Unsafe lane changing listed as cause. The street stayed quiet after the impact.
A crash on Whitney Ave at Macnish St in Queens involved a motorscooter and an e-scooter. According to the police report, unsafe lane changing was a contributing factor. A 61-year-old male motorscooter driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The e-scooter driver, 25, wore a helmet and was not reported injured. No other injuries were listed. The report highlights unsafe lane changing as the key error. Helmet use is noted only for the e-scooter driver, after the driver error.
23
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸Apr 23 - A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
21
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at 97th Street▸Apr 21 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing at 97th Street. She was injured. The car’s left front bumper took the impact. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan traveling north on 97th Street struck a 75-year-old woman at the intersection with Roosevelt Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The point of impact was the car’s left front bumper. The driver was making a left turn. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing against the signal. No other contributing factors were listed.
21
Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens▸Apr 21 - Metal bolts crashed through a windshield in Queens. Glass exploded over the passenger. The No. 7 train rumbled above. Danger rained down. This was not the first time. The system failed to shield those below.
ABC7 reported on April 21, 2025, that debris from the No. 7 subway train fell onto a car at Queens Plaza, shattering the windshield and denting the hood. Rahimi, the driver, said, "We were driving right off here. Something fell off the train, damaging the windshield." Passenger Malnick described, "A bolt hit and then right away just the sound of glass exploding and glass all over me." The incident echoes previous cases: in 2019, falling debris from elevated tracks struck vehicles three times in a month. The MTA responded then by intensifying inspections, but the problem persists. The agency now says it is investigating and will inspect the area. The repeated incidents highlight ongoing risks from aging infrastructure above city streets.
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Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-21
20
FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens▸Apr 20 - A fire truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The driver struck a man on a bicycle. He died at the scene. Police closed the street. Another life ended in the crosswalk’s shadow. The city investigates. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 20, 2025, that an FDNY truck struck and killed a bicyclist in Middle Village, Queens. The crash happened as the truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street. According to police, 'the truck was turning onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street in Middle Village when the collision occurred.' The cyclist, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The NYPD is investigating. The incident highlights the risks faced by cyclists at intersections and the dangers of large vehicles turning across paths. Policy questions remain about intersection design and vehicle operation in dense neighborhoods.
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FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-20
19
Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Hurt▸Apr 19 - Two sedans crashed at 111 St and 49 Ave. A child and three adults suffered injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Pain followed. System failed the vulnerable.
Two sedans collided at 111 St and 49 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, a 9-year-old boy and three adults were injured, with one driver suffering neck injuries and a passenger hurt in the back. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
19
Improper Lane Use Injures Passenger on 75th Street▸Apr 19 - Two sedans collided on 75th Street in Queens. A passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the vulnerable.
A crash on 75th Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens involved two sedans. One passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report lists this driver error as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a driver and a child, were listed but not reported as injured. The impact left scars on metal and flesh. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside the cars.
19
Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park▸Apr 19 - A firetruck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The wheels crushed a cyclist. Sirens wailed. Sheets covered the scene. Two firefighters stood stunned. The body lay beneath the truck. One life ended. The street stayed silent.
According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck struck and killed a cyclist while turning onto Juniper Boulevard near Juniper Valley Park in Queens. The truck was responding to a call with lights and sirens. The victim, reportedly in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene after being trapped under the rear wheels. Photos showed the aftermath, with sheets covering the truck’s back wheels. A witness told the Post, “We stopped at the red light and there was the FDNY truck... One of them seemed concerned, like shaken, like shocked.” The incident is under investigation. The article highlights the risks at intersections and the dangers large emergency vehicles pose to vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-19
16
SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver▸Apr 16 - 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.
13
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
11
Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
May 4 - Two SUVs crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. Alcohol and failure to yield drove the impact. Passengers and drivers suffered head, neck, and arm injuries. Pain and bruises marked the aftermath.
Two sport utility vehicles collided on the Van Wyck Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, alcohol involvement and failure to yield right-of-way contributed to the crash. Multiple occupants, including drivers and passengers, were injured—some with head and neck trauma, others with arm contusions. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors for all involved. No pedestrians or cyclists were reported hurt. The crash left several people conscious but in pain, underscoring the danger when drivers ignore basic rules.
27
Rear-End Crash on Long Island Expressway Injures Driver▸Apr 27 - Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway. One driver, age 65, suffered neck injury. Police list contributing factors as unspecified. Metal and glass met. The system failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, a 65-year-old male driver was injured with neck trauma. The other driver, a 28-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling west; one was stopped in traffic, the other going straight. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The impact struck the center back end of the stopped sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
26
Motorscooter and E-Scooter Collide on Whitney Ave▸Apr 26 - A motorscooter and e-scooter crashed on Whitney Ave. One rider, 61, ejected and suffered a head injury. Unsafe lane changing listed as cause. The street stayed quiet after the impact.
A crash on Whitney Ave at Macnish St in Queens involved a motorscooter and an e-scooter. According to the police report, unsafe lane changing was a contributing factor. A 61-year-old male motorscooter driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The e-scooter driver, 25, wore a helmet and was not reported injured. No other injuries were listed. The report highlights unsafe lane changing as the key error. Helmet use is noted only for the e-scooter driver, after the driver error.
23
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸Apr 23 - A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
21
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at 97th Street▸Apr 21 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing at 97th Street. She was injured. The car’s left front bumper took the impact. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan traveling north on 97th Street struck a 75-year-old woman at the intersection with Roosevelt Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The point of impact was the car’s left front bumper. The driver was making a left turn. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing against the signal. No other contributing factors were listed.
21
Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens▸Apr 21 - Metal bolts crashed through a windshield in Queens. Glass exploded over the passenger. The No. 7 train rumbled above. Danger rained down. This was not the first time. The system failed to shield those below.
ABC7 reported on April 21, 2025, that debris from the No. 7 subway train fell onto a car at Queens Plaza, shattering the windshield and denting the hood. Rahimi, the driver, said, "We were driving right off here. Something fell off the train, damaging the windshield." Passenger Malnick described, "A bolt hit and then right away just the sound of glass exploding and glass all over me." The incident echoes previous cases: in 2019, falling debris from elevated tracks struck vehicles three times in a month. The MTA responded then by intensifying inspections, but the problem persists. The agency now says it is investigating and will inspect the area. The repeated incidents highlight ongoing risks from aging infrastructure above city streets.
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Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-21
20
FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens▸Apr 20 - A fire truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The driver struck a man on a bicycle. He died at the scene. Police closed the street. Another life ended in the crosswalk’s shadow. The city investigates. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 20, 2025, that an FDNY truck struck and killed a bicyclist in Middle Village, Queens. The crash happened as the truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street. According to police, 'the truck was turning onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street in Middle Village when the collision occurred.' The cyclist, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The NYPD is investigating. The incident highlights the risks faced by cyclists at intersections and the dangers of large vehicles turning across paths. Policy questions remain about intersection design and vehicle operation in dense neighborhoods.
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FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-20
19
Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Hurt▸Apr 19 - Two sedans crashed at 111 St and 49 Ave. A child and three adults suffered injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Pain followed. System failed the vulnerable.
Two sedans collided at 111 St and 49 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, a 9-year-old boy and three adults were injured, with one driver suffering neck injuries and a passenger hurt in the back. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
19
Improper Lane Use Injures Passenger on 75th Street▸Apr 19 - Two sedans collided on 75th Street in Queens. A passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the vulnerable.
A crash on 75th Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens involved two sedans. One passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report lists this driver error as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a driver and a child, were listed but not reported as injured. The impact left scars on metal and flesh. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside the cars.
19
Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park▸Apr 19 - A firetruck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The wheels crushed a cyclist. Sirens wailed. Sheets covered the scene. Two firefighters stood stunned. The body lay beneath the truck. One life ended. The street stayed silent.
According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck struck and killed a cyclist while turning onto Juniper Boulevard near Juniper Valley Park in Queens. The truck was responding to a call with lights and sirens. The victim, reportedly in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene after being trapped under the rear wheels. Photos showed the aftermath, with sheets covering the truck’s back wheels. A witness told the Post, “We stopped at the red light and there was the FDNY truck... One of them seemed concerned, like shaken, like shocked.” The incident is under investigation. The article highlights the risks at intersections and the dangers large emergency vehicles pose to vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-19
16
SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver▸Apr 16 - 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.
13
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
11
Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Apr 27 - Two sedans collided on the Long Island Expressway. One driver, age 65, suffered neck injury. Police list contributing factors as unspecified. Metal and glass met. The system failed to protect.
Two sedans crashed on the Long Island Expressway in Queens. According to the police report, a 65-year-old male driver was injured with neck trauma. The other driver, a 28-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling west; one was stopped in traffic, the other going straight. The police report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed. The impact struck the center back end of the stopped sedan. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
26
Motorscooter and E-Scooter Collide on Whitney Ave▸Apr 26 - A motorscooter and e-scooter crashed on Whitney Ave. One rider, 61, ejected and suffered a head injury. Unsafe lane changing listed as cause. The street stayed quiet after the impact.
A crash on Whitney Ave at Macnish St in Queens involved a motorscooter and an e-scooter. According to the police report, unsafe lane changing was a contributing factor. A 61-year-old male motorscooter driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The e-scooter driver, 25, wore a helmet and was not reported injured. No other injuries were listed. The report highlights unsafe lane changing as the key error. Helmet use is noted only for the e-scooter driver, after the driver error.
23
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸Apr 23 - A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
21
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at 97th Street▸Apr 21 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing at 97th Street. She was injured. The car’s left front bumper took the impact. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan traveling north on 97th Street struck a 75-year-old woman at the intersection with Roosevelt Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The point of impact was the car’s left front bumper. The driver was making a left turn. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing against the signal. No other contributing factors were listed.
21
Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens▸Apr 21 - Metal bolts crashed through a windshield in Queens. Glass exploded over the passenger. The No. 7 train rumbled above. Danger rained down. This was not the first time. The system failed to shield those below.
ABC7 reported on April 21, 2025, that debris from the No. 7 subway train fell onto a car at Queens Plaza, shattering the windshield and denting the hood. Rahimi, the driver, said, "We were driving right off here. Something fell off the train, damaging the windshield." Passenger Malnick described, "A bolt hit and then right away just the sound of glass exploding and glass all over me." The incident echoes previous cases: in 2019, falling debris from elevated tracks struck vehicles three times in a month. The MTA responded then by intensifying inspections, but the problem persists. The agency now says it is investigating and will inspect the area. The repeated incidents highlight ongoing risks from aging infrastructure above city streets.
-
Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-21
20
FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens▸Apr 20 - A fire truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The driver struck a man on a bicycle. He died at the scene. Police closed the street. Another life ended in the crosswalk’s shadow. The city investigates. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 20, 2025, that an FDNY truck struck and killed a bicyclist in Middle Village, Queens. The crash happened as the truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street. According to police, 'the truck was turning onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street in Middle Village when the collision occurred.' The cyclist, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The NYPD is investigating. The incident highlights the risks faced by cyclists at intersections and the dangers of large vehicles turning across paths. Policy questions remain about intersection design and vehicle operation in dense neighborhoods.
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FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-20
19
Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Hurt▸Apr 19 - Two sedans crashed at 111 St and 49 Ave. A child and three adults suffered injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Pain followed. System failed the vulnerable.
Two sedans collided at 111 St and 49 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, a 9-year-old boy and three adults were injured, with one driver suffering neck injuries and a passenger hurt in the back. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
19
Improper Lane Use Injures Passenger on 75th Street▸Apr 19 - Two sedans collided on 75th Street in Queens. A passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the vulnerable.
A crash on 75th Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens involved two sedans. One passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report lists this driver error as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a driver and a child, were listed but not reported as injured. The impact left scars on metal and flesh. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside the cars.
19
Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park▸Apr 19 - A firetruck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The wheels crushed a cyclist. Sirens wailed. Sheets covered the scene. Two firefighters stood stunned. The body lay beneath the truck. One life ended. The street stayed silent.
According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck struck and killed a cyclist while turning onto Juniper Boulevard near Juniper Valley Park in Queens. The truck was responding to a call with lights and sirens. The victim, reportedly in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene after being trapped under the rear wheels. Photos showed the aftermath, with sheets covering the truck’s back wheels. A witness told the Post, “We stopped at the red light and there was the FDNY truck... One of them seemed concerned, like shaken, like shocked.” The incident is under investigation. The article highlights the risks at intersections and the dangers large emergency vehicles pose to vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-19
16
SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver▸Apr 16 - 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.
13
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
11
Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Apr 26 - A motorscooter and e-scooter crashed on Whitney Ave. One rider, 61, ejected and suffered a head injury. Unsafe lane changing listed as cause. The street stayed quiet after the impact.
A crash on Whitney Ave at Macnish St in Queens involved a motorscooter and an e-scooter. According to the police report, unsafe lane changing was a contributing factor. A 61-year-old male motorscooter driver was ejected and suffered a head contusion. The e-scooter driver, 25, wore a helmet and was not reported injured. No other injuries were listed. The report highlights unsafe lane changing as the key error. Helmet use is noted only for the e-scooter driver, after the driver error.
23
Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash▸Apr 23 - A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
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Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-23
21
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at 97th Street▸Apr 21 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing at 97th Street. She was injured. The car’s left front bumper took the impact. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan traveling north on 97th Street struck a 75-year-old woman at the intersection with Roosevelt Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The point of impact was the car’s left front bumper. The driver was making a left turn. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing against the signal. No other contributing factors were listed.
21
Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens▸Apr 21 - Metal bolts crashed through a windshield in Queens. Glass exploded over the passenger. The No. 7 train rumbled above. Danger rained down. This was not the first time. The system failed to shield those below.
ABC7 reported on April 21, 2025, that debris from the No. 7 subway train fell onto a car at Queens Plaza, shattering the windshield and denting the hood. Rahimi, the driver, said, "We were driving right off here. Something fell off the train, damaging the windshield." Passenger Malnick described, "A bolt hit and then right away just the sound of glass exploding and glass all over me." The incident echoes previous cases: in 2019, falling debris from elevated tracks struck vehicles three times in a month. The MTA responded then by intensifying inspections, but the problem persists. The agency now says it is investigating and will inspect the area. The repeated incidents highlight ongoing risks from aging infrastructure above city streets.
-
Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-21
20
FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens▸Apr 20 - A fire truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The driver struck a man on a bicycle. He died at the scene. Police closed the street. Another life ended in the crosswalk’s shadow. The city investigates. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 20, 2025, that an FDNY truck struck and killed a bicyclist in Middle Village, Queens. The crash happened as the truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street. According to police, 'the truck was turning onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street in Middle Village when the collision occurred.' The cyclist, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The NYPD is investigating. The incident highlights the risks faced by cyclists at intersections and the dangers of large vehicles turning across paths. Policy questions remain about intersection design and vehicle operation in dense neighborhoods.
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FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-20
19
Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Hurt▸Apr 19 - Two sedans crashed at 111 St and 49 Ave. A child and three adults suffered injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Pain followed. System failed the vulnerable.
Two sedans collided at 111 St and 49 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, a 9-year-old boy and three adults were injured, with one driver suffering neck injuries and a passenger hurt in the back. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
19
Improper Lane Use Injures Passenger on 75th Street▸Apr 19 - Two sedans collided on 75th Street in Queens. A passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the vulnerable.
A crash on 75th Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens involved two sedans. One passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report lists this driver error as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a driver and a child, were listed but not reported as injured. The impact left scars on metal and flesh. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside the cars.
19
Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park▸Apr 19 - A firetruck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The wheels crushed a cyclist. Sirens wailed. Sheets covered the scene. Two firefighters stood stunned. The body lay beneath the truck. One life ended. The street stayed silent.
According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck struck and killed a cyclist while turning onto Juniper Boulevard near Juniper Valley Park in Queens. The truck was responding to a call with lights and sirens. The victim, reportedly in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene after being trapped under the rear wheels. Photos showed the aftermath, with sheets covering the truck’s back wheels. A witness told the Post, “We stopped at the red light and there was the FDNY truck... One of them seemed concerned, like shaken, like shocked.” The incident is under investigation. The article highlights the risks at intersections and the dangers large emergency vehicles pose to vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-19
16
SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver▸Apr 16 - 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.
13
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
11
Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
-
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Apr 23 - A Brooklyn man lost control on Belt Parkway. His SUV struck a tree near JFK. Emergency crews arrived but could not save him. The road stayed quiet. Police kept watch. The investigation continues.
The Brooklyn Paper reported on April 23, 2025, that a 57-year-old Brooklyn man died after crashing his SUV on the Belt Parkway near JFK Airport. Police said the driver "failed to navigate the roadway and struck a tree." Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. The NYPD's Highway District Collision Investigation Squad is handling the case, and no arrests have been made. The article highlights the crash location—westbound Belt Parkway, just west of 130th Street—and notes the ongoing investigation. The incident underscores the dangers present on high-speed parkways and the unforgiving design of tree-lined medians.
- Driver Dies After Belt Parkway Crash, The Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-04-23
21
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian at 97th Street▸Apr 21 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing at 97th Street. She was injured. The car’s left front bumper took the impact. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan traveling north on 97th Street struck a 75-year-old woman at the intersection with Roosevelt Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The point of impact was the car’s left front bumper. The driver was making a left turn. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing against the signal. No other contributing factors were listed.
21
Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens▸Apr 21 - Metal bolts crashed through a windshield in Queens. Glass exploded over the passenger. The No. 7 train rumbled above. Danger rained down. This was not the first time. The system failed to shield those below.
ABC7 reported on April 21, 2025, that debris from the No. 7 subway train fell onto a car at Queens Plaza, shattering the windshield and denting the hood. Rahimi, the driver, said, "We were driving right off here. Something fell off the train, damaging the windshield." Passenger Malnick described, "A bolt hit and then right away just the sound of glass exploding and glass all over me." The incident echoes previous cases: in 2019, falling debris from elevated tracks struck vehicles three times in a month. The MTA responded then by intensifying inspections, but the problem persists. The agency now says it is investigating and will inspect the area. The repeated incidents highlight ongoing risks from aging infrastructure above city streets.
-
Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-21
20
FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens▸Apr 20 - A fire truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The driver struck a man on a bicycle. He died at the scene. Police closed the street. Another life ended in the crosswalk’s shadow. The city investigates. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 20, 2025, that an FDNY truck struck and killed a bicyclist in Middle Village, Queens. The crash happened as the truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street. According to police, 'the truck was turning onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street in Middle Village when the collision occurred.' The cyclist, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The NYPD is investigating. The incident highlights the risks faced by cyclists at intersections and the dangers of large vehicles turning across paths. Policy questions remain about intersection design and vehicle operation in dense neighborhoods.
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FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-20
19
Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Hurt▸Apr 19 - Two sedans crashed at 111 St and 49 Ave. A child and three adults suffered injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Pain followed. System failed the vulnerable.
Two sedans collided at 111 St and 49 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, a 9-year-old boy and three adults were injured, with one driver suffering neck injuries and a passenger hurt in the back. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
19
Improper Lane Use Injures Passenger on 75th Street▸Apr 19 - Two sedans collided on 75th Street in Queens. A passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the vulnerable.
A crash on 75th Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens involved two sedans. One passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report lists this driver error as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a driver and a child, were listed but not reported as injured. The impact left scars on metal and flesh. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside the cars.
19
Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park▸Apr 19 - A firetruck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The wheels crushed a cyclist. Sirens wailed. Sheets covered the scene. Two firefighters stood stunned. The body lay beneath the truck. One life ended. The street stayed silent.
According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck struck and killed a cyclist while turning onto Juniper Boulevard near Juniper Valley Park in Queens. The truck was responding to a call with lights and sirens. The victim, reportedly in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene after being trapped under the rear wheels. Photos showed the aftermath, with sheets covering the truck’s back wheels. A witness told the Post, “We stopped at the red light and there was the FDNY truck... One of them seemed concerned, like shaken, like shocked.” The incident is under investigation. The article highlights the risks at intersections and the dangers large emergency vehicles pose to vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-19
16
SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver▸Apr 16 - 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.
13
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
11
Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Apr 21 - A sedan hit a 75-year-old woman crossing at 97th Street. She was injured. The car’s left front bumper took the impact. Police cite pedestrian confusion. Streets remain unforgiving.
A sedan traveling north on 97th Street struck a 75-year-old woman at the intersection with Roosevelt Avenue. She suffered injuries to her entire body and was in shock. According to the police report, the contributing factor was 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The point of impact was the car’s left front bumper. The driver was making a left turn. The report notes the pedestrian was crossing against the signal. No other contributing factors were listed.
21
Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens▸Apr 21 - Metal bolts crashed through a windshield in Queens. Glass exploded over the passenger. The No. 7 train rumbled above. Danger rained down. This was not the first time. The system failed to shield those below.
ABC7 reported on April 21, 2025, that debris from the No. 7 subway train fell onto a car at Queens Plaza, shattering the windshield and denting the hood. Rahimi, the driver, said, "We were driving right off here. Something fell off the train, damaging the windshield." Passenger Malnick described, "A bolt hit and then right away just the sound of glass exploding and glass all over me." The incident echoes previous cases: in 2019, falling debris from elevated tracks struck vehicles three times in a month. The MTA responded then by intensifying inspections, but the problem persists. The agency now says it is investigating and will inspect the area. The repeated incidents highlight ongoing risks from aging infrastructure above city streets.
-
Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-21
20
FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens▸Apr 20 - A fire truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The driver struck a man on a bicycle. He died at the scene. Police closed the street. Another life ended in the crosswalk’s shadow. The city investigates. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 20, 2025, that an FDNY truck struck and killed a bicyclist in Middle Village, Queens. The crash happened as the truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street. According to police, 'the truck was turning onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street in Middle Village when the collision occurred.' The cyclist, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The NYPD is investigating. The incident highlights the risks faced by cyclists at intersections and the dangers of large vehicles turning across paths. Policy questions remain about intersection design and vehicle operation in dense neighborhoods.
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FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-20
19
Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Hurt▸Apr 19 - Two sedans crashed at 111 St and 49 Ave. A child and three adults suffered injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Pain followed. System failed the vulnerable.
Two sedans collided at 111 St and 49 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, a 9-year-old boy and three adults were injured, with one driver suffering neck injuries and a passenger hurt in the back. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
19
Improper Lane Use Injures Passenger on 75th Street▸Apr 19 - Two sedans collided on 75th Street in Queens. A passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the vulnerable.
A crash on 75th Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens involved two sedans. One passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report lists this driver error as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a driver and a child, were listed but not reported as injured. The impact left scars on metal and flesh. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside the cars.
19
Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park▸Apr 19 - A firetruck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The wheels crushed a cyclist. Sirens wailed. Sheets covered the scene. Two firefighters stood stunned. The body lay beneath the truck. One life ended. The street stayed silent.
According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck struck and killed a cyclist while turning onto Juniper Boulevard near Juniper Valley Park in Queens. The truck was responding to a call with lights and sirens. The victim, reportedly in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene after being trapped under the rear wheels. Photos showed the aftermath, with sheets covering the truck’s back wheels. A witness told the Post, “We stopped at the red light and there was the FDNY truck... One of them seemed concerned, like shaken, like shocked.” The incident is under investigation. The article highlights the risks at intersections and the dangers large emergency vehicles pose to vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-19
16
SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver▸Apr 16 - 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.
13
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
11
Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
-
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Apr 21 - Metal bolts crashed through a windshield in Queens. Glass exploded over the passenger. The No. 7 train rumbled above. Danger rained down. This was not the first time. The system failed to shield those below.
ABC7 reported on April 21, 2025, that debris from the No. 7 subway train fell onto a car at Queens Plaza, shattering the windshield and denting the hood. Rahimi, the driver, said, "We were driving right off here. Something fell off the train, damaging the windshield." Passenger Malnick described, "A bolt hit and then right away just the sound of glass exploding and glass all over me." The incident echoes previous cases: in 2019, falling debris from elevated tracks struck vehicles three times in a month. The MTA responded then by intensifying inspections, but the problem persists. The agency now says it is investigating and will inspect the area. The repeated incidents highlight ongoing risks from aging infrastructure above city streets.
- Falling Subway Debris Strikes Car In Queens, ABC7, Published 2025-04-21
20
FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens▸Apr 20 - A fire truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The driver struck a man on a bicycle. He died at the scene. Police closed the street. Another life ended in the crosswalk’s shadow. The city investigates. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 20, 2025, that an FDNY truck struck and killed a bicyclist in Middle Village, Queens. The crash happened as the truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street. According to police, 'the truck was turning onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street in Middle Village when the collision occurred.' The cyclist, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The NYPD is investigating. The incident highlights the risks faced by cyclists at intersections and the dangers of large vehicles turning across paths. Policy questions remain about intersection design and vehicle operation in dense neighborhoods.
-
FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-20
19
Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Hurt▸Apr 19 - Two sedans crashed at 111 St and 49 Ave. A child and three adults suffered injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Pain followed. System failed the vulnerable.
Two sedans collided at 111 St and 49 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, a 9-year-old boy and three adults were injured, with one driver suffering neck injuries and a passenger hurt in the back. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
19
Improper Lane Use Injures Passenger on 75th Street▸Apr 19 - Two sedans collided on 75th Street in Queens. A passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the vulnerable.
A crash on 75th Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens involved two sedans. One passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report lists this driver error as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a driver and a child, were listed but not reported as injured. The impact left scars on metal and flesh. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside the cars.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park▸Apr 19 - A firetruck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The wheels crushed a cyclist. Sirens wailed. Sheets covered the scene. Two firefighters stood stunned. The body lay beneath the truck. One life ended. The street stayed silent.
According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck struck and killed a cyclist while turning onto Juniper Boulevard near Juniper Valley Park in Queens. The truck was responding to a call with lights and sirens. The victim, reportedly in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene after being trapped under the rear wheels. Photos showed the aftermath, with sheets covering the truck’s back wheels. A witness told the Post, “We stopped at the red light and there was the FDNY truck... One of them seemed concerned, like shaken, like shocked.” The incident is under investigation. The article highlights the risks at intersections and the dangers large emergency vehicles pose to vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-19
16
SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver▸Apr 16 - 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.
13
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
11
Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
-
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Apr 20 - A fire truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The driver struck a man on a bicycle. He died at the scene. Police closed the street. Another life ended in the crosswalk’s shadow. The city investigates. The street stays dangerous.
ABC7 reported on April 20, 2025, that an FDNY truck struck and killed a bicyclist in Middle Village, Queens. The crash happened as the truck turned onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street. According to police, 'the truck was turning onto Juniper Boulevard from 80th Street in Middle Village when the collision occurred.' The cyclist, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The NYPD is investigating. The incident highlights the risks faced by cyclists at intersections and the dangers of large vehicles turning across paths. Policy questions remain about intersection design and vehicle operation in dense neighborhoods.
- FDNY Truck Turns, Cyclist Killed In Queens, ABC7, Published 2025-04-20
19
Sedans Collide in Queens, Two Hurt▸Apr 19 - Two sedans crashed at 111 St and 49 Ave. A child and three adults suffered injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Pain followed. System failed the vulnerable.
Two sedans collided at 111 St and 49 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, a 9-year-old boy and three adults were injured, with one driver suffering neck injuries and a passenger hurt in the back. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
19
Improper Lane Use Injures Passenger on 75th Street▸Apr 19 - Two sedans collided on 75th Street in Queens. A passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the vulnerable.
A crash on 75th Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens involved two sedans. One passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report lists this driver error as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a driver and a child, were listed but not reported as injured. The impact left scars on metal and flesh. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside the cars.
19
Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park▸Apr 19 - A firetruck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The wheels crushed a cyclist. Sirens wailed. Sheets covered the scene. Two firefighters stood stunned. The body lay beneath the truck. One life ended. The street stayed silent.
According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck struck and killed a cyclist while turning onto Juniper Boulevard near Juniper Valley Park in Queens. The truck was responding to a call with lights and sirens. The victim, reportedly in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene after being trapped under the rear wheels. Photos showed the aftermath, with sheets covering the truck’s back wheels. A witness told the Post, “We stopped at the red light and there was the FDNY truck... One of them seemed concerned, like shaken, like shocked.” The incident is under investigation. The article highlights the risks at intersections and the dangers large emergency vehicles pose to vulnerable road users in city traffic.
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Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-19
16
SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver▸Apr 16 - 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.
13
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
11
Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
-
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Apr 19 - Two sedans crashed at 111 St and 49 Ave. A child and three adults suffered injuries. Police cite traffic control disregarded. Metal struck metal. Pain followed. System failed the vulnerable.
Two sedans collided at 111 St and 49 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, a 9-year-old boy and three adults were injured, with one driver suffering neck injuries and a passenger hurt in the back. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. Both vehicles sustained front and rear damage. The crash underscores the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls.
19
Improper Lane Use Injures Passenger on 75th Street▸Apr 19 - Two sedans collided on 75th Street in Queens. A passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the vulnerable.
A crash on 75th Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens involved two sedans. One passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report lists this driver error as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a driver and a child, were listed but not reported as injured. The impact left scars on metal and flesh. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside the cars.
19
Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park▸Apr 19 - A firetruck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The wheels crushed a cyclist. Sirens wailed. Sheets covered the scene. Two firefighters stood stunned. The body lay beneath the truck. One life ended. The street stayed silent.
According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck struck and killed a cyclist while turning onto Juniper Boulevard near Juniper Valley Park in Queens. The truck was responding to a call with lights and sirens. The victim, reportedly in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene after being trapped under the rear wheels. Photos showed the aftermath, with sheets covering the truck’s back wheels. A witness told the Post, “We stopped at the red light and there was the FDNY truck... One of them seemed concerned, like shaken, like shocked.” The incident is under investigation. The article highlights the risks at intersections and the dangers large emergency vehicles pose to vulnerable road users in city traffic.
-
Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-19
16
SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver▸Apr 16 - 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.
13
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
11
Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
-
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Apr 19 - Two sedans collided on 75th Street in Queens. A passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite improper lane usage. Metal struck metal. Streets failed the vulnerable.
A crash on 75th Street at Roosevelt Avenue in Queens involved two sedans. One passenger, a 36-year-old man, was injured with neck trauma. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' The report lists this driver error as the main contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a driver and a child, were listed but not reported as injured. The impact left scars on metal and flesh. Streets remain dangerous for those inside and outside the cars.
19
Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park▸Apr 19 - A firetruck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The wheels crushed a cyclist. Sirens wailed. Sheets covered the scene. Two firefighters stood stunned. The body lay beneath the truck. One life ended. The street stayed silent.
According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck struck and killed a cyclist while turning onto Juniper Boulevard near Juniper Valley Park in Queens. The truck was responding to a call with lights and sirens. The victim, reportedly in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene after being trapped under the rear wheels. Photos showed the aftermath, with sheets covering the truck’s back wheels. A witness told the Post, “We stopped at the red light and there was the FDNY truck... One of them seemed concerned, like shaken, like shocked.” The incident is under investigation. The article highlights the risks at intersections and the dangers large emergency vehicles pose to vulnerable road users in city traffic.
-
Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-19
16
SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver▸Apr 16 - 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.
13
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
11
Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
-
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Apr 19 - A firetruck turned onto Juniper Boulevard. The wheels crushed a cyclist. Sirens wailed. Sheets covered the scene. Two firefighters stood stunned. The body lay beneath the truck. One life ended. The street stayed silent.
According to the New York Post (April 19, 2025), an FDNY Rescue Company 4 firetruck struck and killed a cyclist while turning onto Juniper Boulevard near Juniper Valley Park in Queens. The truck was responding to a call with lights and sirens. The victim, reportedly in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene after being trapped under the rear wheels. Photos showed the aftermath, with sheets covering the truck’s back wheels. A witness told the Post, “We stopped at the red light and there was the FDNY truck... One of them seemed concerned, like shaken, like shocked.” The incident is under investigation. The article highlights the risks at intersections and the dangers large emergency vehicles pose to vulnerable road users in city traffic.
- Firetruck Kills Cyclist Near Queens Park, New York Post, Published 2025-04-19
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SUV Crash on Grand Central Parkway Injures Driver▸Apr 16 - 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.
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Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
11
Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Apr 16 - 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.
13
Sedan U-Turn Crushes Cyclist on Junction Blvd▸Apr 13 - 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.
11
Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
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Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Apr 13 - 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.
11
Sedans Collide on Grand Central Parkway; Three Hurt▸Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
-
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Apr 11 - 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.
10
Sedan Fails to Yield, Driver Injured on Parkway▸Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
-
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Apr 10 - 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.
4
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School▸Apr 4 - 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.
-
Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School,
New York Post,
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Apr 4 - 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.
- Unlicensed Driver Hits Kids Outside School, New York Post, 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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
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
31
SUV Rear-Ends Stopped Vehicle on Expressway▸Mar 31 - 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.
Mar 31 - 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.