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 25
▸ Crush Injuries 8
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 13
▸ Severe Lacerations 6
▸ Concussion 12
▸ Whiplash 82
▸ Contusion/Bruise 133
▸ Abrasion 92
▸ 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
- 2023 Gray BMW Coupe (JPR5734) – 36 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2025 Black Land Rover Suburban (LTW5645) – 35 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2010 Gray Me/Be Suburban (LAV3029) – 19 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2018 White Porsche Suburban (ZH8888) – 16 times • 1 in last 90d here
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Late afternoon, a man dies on United Nations Ave S
Precinct 110: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 10, 2025
Just after mid‑afternoon on Aug 23, a driver in a Ford sedan hit and killed a man along United Nations Ave S in Flushing Meadows–Corona Park (NYC Open Data).
This was one life in a long roll of names. Since Jan 1, 2022, the 110th Precinct has recorded 4,957 crashes, 2,790 injuries, and 17 deaths (NYC Open Data). Pedestrians account for 9 of those deaths; one person on a bike was also killed (NYC Open Data).
This Week
- Aug 23: pedestrian killed by a driver on United Nations Ave S (NYC Open Data).
- Aug 15: another crash in the precinct was logged by the city’s database (NYC Open Data).
Where the pain clusters
Police list repeat hotspots: the Long Island Expressway, Roosevelt Avenue, Grand Central Parkway, Broadway, and 57 Avenue (NYC Open Data). Late afternoon is a danger window here; the 3–5 PM hours carry some of the heaviest tolls in injuries and deaths (NYC Open Data).
The records keep naming the same driver actions: inattention and distraction, failure to yield, and blowing past traffic control. One of those “disregarded traffic control” cases ended in death (NYC Open Data). Among pedestrians hurt here during this period, police tie 5 deaths to drivers of cars or SUVs, 2 to truck or bus drivers, and one each to a person on a bike and a moped (NYC Open Data).
The pattern won’t break itself
The past year inside this precinct shows the same stubborn line. In the last 12 months, 1,434 crashes left 934 people hurt and 7 dead (NYC Open Data). Year‑to‑date, crashes are only a touch lower than last year while deaths are up to 5 from 2 over the same span (NYC Open Data).
Speed enforcement matters. As the State Senate has said, “Speed cameras have cut speeding by over 60% in locations where installed” (NYS Senate). The cameras run, but the injuries keep coming here.
Fix the corners we already know
Start with the places that spill blood. On Roosevelt Avenue and Broadway, police records flag failure to yield and turning crashes. Daylighting, hardened right turns, and longer leading pedestrian intervals would slow drivers into crosswalks. On the LIE and Grand Central ramps, tighter geometry and speed control can keep off‑ramps from becoming launch pads. Night and late‑day enforcement at recurring hours — especially around 3–5 PM — would meet risk where it lives (NYC Open Data).
The bills that could save someone tomorrow
Citywide steps are on the table. Lowering the default speed and forcing chronic speeders to obey would touch every block. The proposed Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045C/A2299C) would require intelligent speed assistance for drivers who rack up camera or points thresholds — a device that keeps the car from breaking the posted limit by more than 5 MPH (CrashCount Take Action).
Your local officials here are Council Member Shekar Krishnan, Assembly Member Sam Berger, and State Senator Toby Stavisky. The record provided here does not state whether they back the Stop Super Speeders bill. They can. They should say so on the record (District 25, AD 27, SD 11).
The man who died on Aug 23 did not get a second chance. We can cut speed now and rein in the worst repeat offenders. Ask your officials to move. Start here.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-10
- Senate Protects New York Students and Pedestrians, New York State Senate, Published 2019-05-15
- Queens bus network redesign draws mixed reviews from riders. Here's what MTA officials are saying., CBS New York, Published 2025-09-02
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Sam Berger
District 27
Council Member Shekar Krishnan
District 25
State Senator Toby Stavisky
District 11
▸ 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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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Marked Crosswalk▸Jan 14 - A 66-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan made a left turn and hit him in a marked crosswalk. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian injured but conscious at the Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Poyer Street in Queens struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot and remained conscious after the crash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash, repeated twice, emphasizing the driver’s failure to notice the pedestrian. No pedestrian fault or contributing factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Honda sedan. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to yield to pedestrians in marked crosswalks.
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Motorcycle Passenger Injured in Queens Collision▸Jan 13 - A motorcycle passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision involved a parked sedan and motorcycle, with impact undercarriage to undercarriage. The passenger was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 in Queens near 96-10 40 Rd involving a parked 2016 Ford sedan and a 2022 Flywing motorcycle. Both vehicles were stationary before the collision, impacting undercarriage to undercarriage. The motorcycle carried two occupants, including a 37-year-old female passenger who sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected but experienced shock and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the passenger's injury, with no explicit driver errors cited. The sedan showed no damage, while the motorcycle sustained center front end damage. The data does not indicate helmet use or crossing signals as factors. The focus remains on the collision dynamics and resulting passenger injuries without assigning victim blame.
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Two Sedans Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Jan 11 - Two sedans traveling westbound collided on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front and rear center-end damage. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway collided, with impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The crash occurred at 17:32. The front passenger in one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles going straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The police report does not indicate any victim behaviors contributing to the crash.
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Teen Ejected in Queens E-Scooter Collision▸Jan 5 - A 16-year-old riding an e-scooter crashed into a parked SUV on Corona Avenue. He was thrown from the scooter and suffered leg injuries. No driver errors listed. The SUV was empty. The teen was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male riding a 2024 ZNEN e-scooter northbound on Corona Avenue collided with the center front end of a 2018 Toyota SUV at 16:55 in Queens. The teen was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report states the rider was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment. No contributing factors were listed for the crash. The SUV had no occupants at the time, and no driver information was provided.
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Unlicensed Driver's Aggressive Lane Change Injures SUV Occupant▸Dec 31 - A sedan driver, unlicensed and aggressive, changed lanes on Grand Central Parkway, striking the right side of an SUV. The SUV driver suffered elbow and arm abrasions. The collision exposed dangers of reckless driving and unlicensed operation on city roads.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 on Grand Central Parkway involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. The sedan driver, identified as unlicensed, was changing lanes aggressively when the vehicle's left front bumper collided with the SUV's right rear bumper, damaging the SUV's right side doors. The SUV driver, a 37-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as a contributing factor, highlighting the sedan driver's reckless lane change. The SUV driver was properly restrained with an airbag deployed and lap belt in use. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by unlicensed and aggressive drivers on New York City roadways.
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Two Sedans Collide on Queens 57 Ave▸Dec 26 - Two sedans collided on 57 Ave in Queens, injuring three women inside one vehicle. All suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash, which occurred during eastbound travel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 57 Ave in Queens at 17:35. Two sedans traveling eastbound collided, with impact points described as the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. The vehicle carrying three female occupants—a 34-year-old driver and two passengers aged 28 and 51—sustained injuries to all occupants, specifically neck injuries characterized as whiplash. All victims were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as central to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash underscores the systemic danger posed by distracted driving on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 25 - A sedan making a left turn struck a pedestrian crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite driver failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a sedan traveling southeast. The sedan was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the driver as the contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 24 - A 21-year-old woman suffered upper leg and hip injuries after a sedan traveling north struck her at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. The vehicle showed no damage. Driver errors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk at the intersection near 97-01 50 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2018 Chevrolet sedan traveling north struck her. The report lists the pedestrian's injuries as hip and upper leg trauma, with a complaint of pain or nausea and emotional shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not specify any driver contributing factors or errors, nor does it attribute any fault to the pedestrian. The pedestrian's crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle driver errors or systemic issues are not clearly identified.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Three Pedestrians▸Dec 21 - A left-turning SUV hit three men crossing with the signal in Queens. All suffered bruises to head or arms. The driver failed to yield and ignored traffic controls. The crash left the pedestrians hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling east on 56 Avenue in Queens made a left turn and struck three male pedestrians, ages 21 and 28, who were crossing with the signal. The impact hit the left front bumper of the SUV. All three pedestrians suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries to the head and lower arms. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors by the driver. The pedestrians were conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed in New York and alone in the vehicle. The crash happened at 12:40 a.m. Driver error in yielding and obeying signals caused harm to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted Driver Turns, Crushes Woman’s Arm▸Dec 18 - A Nissan sedan turned left at 90th Street and 56th Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck a 65-year-old woman in the crosswalk. The bumper crushed her arm. She stayed conscious as pain radiated through her body. Metal met flesh in the Queens dusk.
A 65-year-old woman was hit by a turning Nissan sedan at the corner of 90th Street and 56th Avenue in Queens, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the woman was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The report states the driver was making a left turn and was distracted at the time of the crash. The left front bumper of the sedan struck the pedestrian’s left side, resulting in crush injuries to her arm. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior are cited in the report. The collision underscores the danger posed by inattentive drivers making turns at intersections.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Intersection▸Dec 13 - A 54-year-old woman suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation after an SUV hit her while crossing outside a crosswalk. The driver, traveling northbound, struck her with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian was conscious but injured severely.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Hyundai SUV traveling northbound struck her outside an intersection near 85-14 Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the vehicle impacted her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver violations such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s crossing outside a designated crosswalk was noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block and the risks posed by vehicles traveling through busy urban areas.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Dec 11 - A tractor truck slammed into the rear of an SUV traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV driver and passenger suffered injuries including shoulder and head trauma. Police cite following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 3:58 AM involving a tractor truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The truck struck the center back end of the SUV, damaging the SUV’s right rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. The SUV carried two occupants: a 36-year-old female driver and a 29-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, with the driver sustaining upper arm and shoulder injuries and the passenger suffering head trauma. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies the truck driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," directly contributing to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified for the SUV occupants. The crash left both occupants in shock, highlighting the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
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SUV With Obstructed View Hits Pedestrian▸Dec 10 - SUV turned left on Junction Blvd. Struck a 59-year-old woman crossing without a signal. Hip and leg injuries. Driver's view blocked. Pedestrian left conscious, hurt on the street.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old woman was crossing Junction Blvd in Queens when an eastbound SUV making a left turn struck her. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. No vehicle damage was reported. No pedestrian fault or other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the risk when drivers turn with blocked views and pedestrians cross without signals.
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Alcohol-Fueled U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Jan 14 - A 66-year-old man suffered knee and lower leg abrasions after a sedan made a left turn and hit him in a marked crosswalk. The driver’s inattention caused the collision, leaving the pedestrian injured but conscious at the Queens intersection.
According to the police report, a sedan traveling southwest on Poyer Street in Queens struck a 66-year-old male pedestrian who was crossing in a marked crosswalk without a signal. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred, impacting the pedestrian with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian sustained abrasions to his knee, lower leg, and foot and remained conscious after the crash. The report explicitly cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor to the crash, repeated twice, emphasizing the driver’s failure to notice the pedestrian. No pedestrian fault or contributing factors were noted. The driver was licensed and operating a 2022 Honda sedan. This incident highlights the dangers posed by distracted drivers failing to yield to pedestrians in marked crosswalks.
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Motorcycle Passenger Injured in Queens Collision▸Jan 13 - A motorcycle passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision involved a parked sedan and motorcycle, with impact undercarriage to undercarriage. The passenger was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 in Queens near 96-10 40 Rd involving a parked 2016 Ford sedan and a 2022 Flywing motorcycle. Both vehicles were stationary before the collision, impacting undercarriage to undercarriage. The motorcycle carried two occupants, including a 37-year-old female passenger who sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected but experienced shock and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the passenger's injury, with no explicit driver errors cited. The sedan showed no damage, while the motorcycle sustained center front end damage. The data does not indicate helmet use or crossing signals as factors. The focus remains on the collision dynamics and resulting passenger injuries without assigning victim blame.
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Two Sedans Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Jan 11 - Two sedans traveling westbound collided on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front and rear center-end damage. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway collided, with impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The crash occurred at 17:32. The front passenger in one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles going straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The police report does not indicate any victim behaviors contributing to the crash.
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Teen Ejected in Queens E-Scooter Collision▸Jan 5 - A 16-year-old riding an e-scooter crashed into a parked SUV on Corona Avenue. He was thrown from the scooter and suffered leg injuries. No driver errors listed. The SUV was empty. The teen was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male riding a 2024 ZNEN e-scooter northbound on Corona Avenue collided with the center front end of a 2018 Toyota SUV at 16:55 in Queens. The teen was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report states the rider was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment. No contributing factors were listed for the crash. The SUV had no occupants at the time, and no driver information was provided.
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Unlicensed Driver's Aggressive Lane Change Injures SUV Occupant▸Dec 31 - A sedan driver, unlicensed and aggressive, changed lanes on Grand Central Parkway, striking the right side of an SUV. The SUV driver suffered elbow and arm abrasions. The collision exposed dangers of reckless driving and unlicensed operation on city roads.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 on Grand Central Parkway involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. The sedan driver, identified as unlicensed, was changing lanes aggressively when the vehicle's left front bumper collided with the SUV's right rear bumper, damaging the SUV's right side doors. The SUV driver, a 37-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as a contributing factor, highlighting the sedan driver's reckless lane change. The SUV driver was properly restrained with an airbag deployed and lap belt in use. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by unlicensed and aggressive drivers on New York City roadways.
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Two Sedans Collide on Queens 57 Ave▸Dec 26 - Two sedans collided on 57 Ave in Queens, injuring three women inside one vehicle. All suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash, which occurred during eastbound travel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 57 Ave in Queens at 17:35. Two sedans traveling eastbound collided, with impact points described as the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. The vehicle carrying three female occupants—a 34-year-old driver and two passengers aged 28 and 51—sustained injuries to all occupants, specifically neck injuries characterized as whiplash. All victims were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as central to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash underscores the systemic danger posed by distracted driving on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 25 - A sedan making a left turn struck a pedestrian crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite driver failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a sedan traveling southeast. The sedan was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the driver as the contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 24 - A 21-year-old woman suffered upper leg and hip injuries after a sedan traveling north struck her at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. The vehicle showed no damage. Driver errors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk at the intersection near 97-01 50 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2018 Chevrolet sedan traveling north struck her. The report lists the pedestrian's injuries as hip and upper leg trauma, with a complaint of pain or nausea and emotional shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not specify any driver contributing factors or errors, nor does it attribute any fault to the pedestrian. The pedestrian's crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle driver errors or systemic issues are not clearly identified.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Three Pedestrians▸Dec 21 - A left-turning SUV hit three men crossing with the signal in Queens. All suffered bruises to head or arms. The driver failed to yield and ignored traffic controls. The crash left the pedestrians hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling east on 56 Avenue in Queens made a left turn and struck three male pedestrians, ages 21 and 28, who were crossing with the signal. The impact hit the left front bumper of the SUV. All three pedestrians suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries to the head and lower arms. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors by the driver. The pedestrians were conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed in New York and alone in the vehicle. The crash happened at 12:40 a.m. Driver error in yielding and obeying signals caused harm to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted Driver Turns, Crushes Woman’s Arm▸Dec 18 - A Nissan sedan turned left at 90th Street and 56th Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck a 65-year-old woman in the crosswalk. The bumper crushed her arm. She stayed conscious as pain radiated through her body. Metal met flesh in the Queens dusk.
A 65-year-old woman was hit by a turning Nissan sedan at the corner of 90th Street and 56th Avenue in Queens, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the woman was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The report states the driver was making a left turn and was distracted at the time of the crash. The left front bumper of the sedan struck the pedestrian’s left side, resulting in crush injuries to her arm. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior are cited in the report. The collision underscores the danger posed by inattentive drivers making turns at intersections.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Intersection▸Dec 13 - A 54-year-old woman suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation after an SUV hit her while crossing outside a crosswalk. The driver, traveling northbound, struck her with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian was conscious but injured severely.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Hyundai SUV traveling northbound struck her outside an intersection near 85-14 Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the vehicle impacted her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver violations such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s crossing outside a designated crosswalk was noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block and the risks posed by vehicles traveling through busy urban areas.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Dec 11 - A tractor truck slammed into the rear of an SUV traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV driver and passenger suffered injuries including shoulder and head trauma. Police cite following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 3:58 AM involving a tractor truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The truck struck the center back end of the SUV, damaging the SUV’s right rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. The SUV carried two occupants: a 36-year-old female driver and a 29-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, with the driver sustaining upper arm and shoulder injuries and the passenger suffering head trauma. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies the truck driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," directly contributing to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified for the SUV occupants. The crash left both occupants in shock, highlighting the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
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SUV With Obstructed View Hits Pedestrian▸Dec 10 - SUV turned left on Junction Blvd. Struck a 59-year-old woman crossing without a signal. Hip and leg injuries. Driver's view blocked. Pedestrian left conscious, hurt on the street.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old woman was crossing Junction Blvd in Queens when an eastbound SUV making a left turn struck her. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. No vehicle damage was reported. No pedestrian fault or other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the risk when drivers turn with blocked views and pedestrians cross without signals.
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Alcohol-Fueled U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Jan 13 - A motorcycle passenger suffered knee and lower leg injuries in a Queens crash. The collision involved a parked sedan and motorcycle, with impact undercarriage to undercarriage. The passenger was in shock and complained of pain and nausea.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 in Queens near 96-10 40 Rd involving a parked 2016 Ford sedan and a 2022 Flywing motorcycle. Both vehicles were stationary before the collision, impacting undercarriage to undercarriage. The motorcycle carried two occupants, including a 37-year-old female passenger who sustained injuries to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected but experienced shock and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists unspecified contributing factors for the passenger's injury, with no explicit driver errors cited. The sedan showed no damage, while the motorcycle sustained center front end damage. The data does not indicate helmet use or crossing signals as factors. The focus remains on the collision dynamics and resulting passenger injuries without assigning victim blame.
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Two Sedans Collide on Long Island Expressway▸Jan 11 - Two sedans traveling westbound collided on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front and rear center-end damage. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway collided, with impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The crash occurred at 17:32. The front passenger in one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles going straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The police report does not indicate any victim behaviors contributing to the crash.
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Teen Ejected in Queens E-Scooter Collision▸Jan 5 - A 16-year-old riding an e-scooter crashed into a parked SUV on Corona Avenue. He was thrown from the scooter and suffered leg injuries. No driver errors listed. The SUV was empty. The teen was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male riding a 2024 ZNEN e-scooter northbound on Corona Avenue collided with the center front end of a 2018 Toyota SUV at 16:55 in Queens. The teen was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report states the rider was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment. No contributing factors were listed for the crash. The SUV had no occupants at the time, and no driver information was provided.
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Unlicensed Driver's Aggressive Lane Change Injures SUV Occupant▸Dec 31 - A sedan driver, unlicensed and aggressive, changed lanes on Grand Central Parkway, striking the right side of an SUV. The SUV driver suffered elbow and arm abrasions. The collision exposed dangers of reckless driving and unlicensed operation on city roads.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 on Grand Central Parkway involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. The sedan driver, identified as unlicensed, was changing lanes aggressively when the vehicle's left front bumper collided with the SUV's right rear bumper, damaging the SUV's right side doors. The SUV driver, a 37-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as a contributing factor, highlighting the sedan driver's reckless lane change. The SUV driver was properly restrained with an airbag deployed and lap belt in use. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by unlicensed and aggressive drivers on New York City roadways.
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Two Sedans Collide on Queens 57 Ave▸Dec 26 - Two sedans collided on 57 Ave in Queens, injuring three women inside one vehicle. All suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash, which occurred during eastbound travel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 57 Ave in Queens at 17:35. Two sedans traveling eastbound collided, with impact points described as the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. The vehicle carrying three female occupants—a 34-year-old driver and two passengers aged 28 and 51—sustained injuries to all occupants, specifically neck injuries characterized as whiplash. All victims were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as central to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash underscores the systemic danger posed by distracted driving on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 25 - A sedan making a left turn struck a pedestrian crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite driver failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a sedan traveling southeast. The sedan was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the driver as the contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 24 - A 21-year-old woman suffered upper leg and hip injuries after a sedan traveling north struck her at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. The vehicle showed no damage. Driver errors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk at the intersection near 97-01 50 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2018 Chevrolet sedan traveling north struck her. The report lists the pedestrian's injuries as hip and upper leg trauma, with a complaint of pain or nausea and emotional shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not specify any driver contributing factors or errors, nor does it attribute any fault to the pedestrian. The pedestrian's crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle driver errors or systemic issues are not clearly identified.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Three Pedestrians▸Dec 21 - A left-turning SUV hit three men crossing with the signal in Queens. All suffered bruises to head or arms. The driver failed to yield and ignored traffic controls. The crash left the pedestrians hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling east on 56 Avenue in Queens made a left turn and struck three male pedestrians, ages 21 and 28, who were crossing with the signal. The impact hit the left front bumper of the SUV. All three pedestrians suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries to the head and lower arms. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors by the driver. The pedestrians were conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed in New York and alone in the vehicle. The crash happened at 12:40 a.m. Driver error in yielding and obeying signals caused harm to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted Driver Turns, Crushes Woman’s Arm▸Dec 18 - A Nissan sedan turned left at 90th Street and 56th Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck a 65-year-old woman in the crosswalk. The bumper crushed her arm. She stayed conscious as pain radiated through her body. Metal met flesh in the Queens dusk.
A 65-year-old woman was hit by a turning Nissan sedan at the corner of 90th Street and 56th Avenue in Queens, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the woman was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The report states the driver was making a left turn and was distracted at the time of the crash. The left front bumper of the sedan struck the pedestrian’s left side, resulting in crush injuries to her arm. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior are cited in the report. The collision underscores the danger posed by inattentive drivers making turns at intersections.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Intersection▸Dec 13 - A 54-year-old woman suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation after an SUV hit her while crossing outside a crosswalk. The driver, traveling northbound, struck her with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian was conscious but injured severely.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Hyundai SUV traveling northbound struck her outside an intersection near 85-14 Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the vehicle impacted her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver violations such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s crossing outside a designated crosswalk was noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block and the risks posed by vehicles traveling through busy urban areas.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Dec 11 - A tractor truck slammed into the rear of an SUV traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV driver and passenger suffered injuries including shoulder and head trauma. Police cite following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 3:58 AM involving a tractor truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The truck struck the center back end of the SUV, damaging the SUV’s right rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. The SUV carried two occupants: a 36-year-old female driver and a 29-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, with the driver sustaining upper arm and shoulder injuries and the passenger suffering head trauma. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies the truck driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," directly contributing to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified for the SUV occupants. The crash left both occupants in shock, highlighting the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
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SUV With Obstructed View Hits Pedestrian▸Dec 10 - SUV turned left on Junction Blvd. Struck a 59-year-old woman crossing without a signal. Hip and leg injuries. Driver's view blocked. Pedestrian left conscious, hurt on the street.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old woman was crossing Junction Blvd in Queens when an eastbound SUV making a left turn struck her. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. No vehicle damage was reported. No pedestrian fault or other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the risk when drivers turn with blocked views and pedestrians cross without signals.
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Alcohol-Fueled U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Jan 11 - Two sedans traveling westbound collided on the Long Island Expressway. The front passenger in one vehicle suffered neck injuries and whiplash. Both vehicles sustained front and rear center-end damage. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.
According to the police report, two sedans traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway collided, with impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The crash occurred at 17:32. The front passenger in one sedan was injured, sustaining neck injuries and whiplash, and was conscious at the scene. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles going straight ahead. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The injured passenger was restrained with a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The police report does not indicate any victim behaviors contributing to the crash.
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Teen Ejected in Queens E-Scooter Collision▸Jan 5 - A 16-year-old riding an e-scooter crashed into a parked SUV on Corona Avenue. He was thrown from the scooter and suffered leg injuries. No driver errors listed. The SUV was empty. The teen was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male riding a 2024 ZNEN e-scooter northbound on Corona Avenue collided with the center front end of a 2018 Toyota SUV at 16:55 in Queens. The teen was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report states the rider was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment. No contributing factors were listed for the crash. The SUV had no occupants at the time, and no driver information was provided.
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Unlicensed Driver's Aggressive Lane Change Injures SUV Occupant▸Dec 31 - A sedan driver, unlicensed and aggressive, changed lanes on Grand Central Parkway, striking the right side of an SUV. The SUV driver suffered elbow and arm abrasions. The collision exposed dangers of reckless driving and unlicensed operation on city roads.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 on Grand Central Parkway involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. The sedan driver, identified as unlicensed, was changing lanes aggressively when the vehicle's left front bumper collided with the SUV's right rear bumper, damaging the SUV's right side doors. The SUV driver, a 37-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as a contributing factor, highlighting the sedan driver's reckless lane change. The SUV driver was properly restrained with an airbag deployed and lap belt in use. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by unlicensed and aggressive drivers on New York City roadways.
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Two Sedans Collide on Queens 57 Ave▸Dec 26 - Two sedans collided on 57 Ave in Queens, injuring three women inside one vehicle. All suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash, which occurred during eastbound travel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 57 Ave in Queens at 17:35. Two sedans traveling eastbound collided, with impact points described as the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. The vehicle carrying three female occupants—a 34-year-old driver and two passengers aged 28 and 51—sustained injuries to all occupants, specifically neck injuries characterized as whiplash. All victims were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as central to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash underscores the systemic danger posed by distracted driving on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 25 - A sedan making a left turn struck a pedestrian crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite driver failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a sedan traveling southeast. The sedan was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the driver as the contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 24 - A 21-year-old woman suffered upper leg and hip injuries after a sedan traveling north struck her at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. The vehicle showed no damage. Driver errors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk at the intersection near 97-01 50 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2018 Chevrolet sedan traveling north struck her. The report lists the pedestrian's injuries as hip and upper leg trauma, with a complaint of pain or nausea and emotional shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not specify any driver contributing factors or errors, nor does it attribute any fault to the pedestrian. The pedestrian's crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle driver errors or systemic issues are not clearly identified.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Three Pedestrians▸Dec 21 - A left-turning SUV hit three men crossing with the signal in Queens. All suffered bruises to head or arms. The driver failed to yield and ignored traffic controls. The crash left the pedestrians hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling east on 56 Avenue in Queens made a left turn and struck three male pedestrians, ages 21 and 28, who were crossing with the signal. The impact hit the left front bumper of the SUV. All three pedestrians suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries to the head and lower arms. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors by the driver. The pedestrians were conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed in New York and alone in the vehicle. The crash happened at 12:40 a.m. Driver error in yielding and obeying signals caused harm to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted Driver Turns, Crushes Woman’s Arm▸Dec 18 - A Nissan sedan turned left at 90th Street and 56th Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck a 65-year-old woman in the crosswalk. The bumper crushed her arm. She stayed conscious as pain radiated through her body. Metal met flesh in the Queens dusk.
A 65-year-old woman was hit by a turning Nissan sedan at the corner of 90th Street and 56th Avenue in Queens, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the woman was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The report states the driver was making a left turn and was distracted at the time of the crash. The left front bumper of the sedan struck the pedestrian’s left side, resulting in crush injuries to her arm. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior are cited in the report. The collision underscores the danger posed by inattentive drivers making turns at intersections.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Intersection▸Dec 13 - A 54-year-old woman suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation after an SUV hit her while crossing outside a crosswalk. The driver, traveling northbound, struck her with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian was conscious but injured severely.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Hyundai SUV traveling northbound struck her outside an intersection near 85-14 Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the vehicle impacted her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver violations such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s crossing outside a designated crosswalk was noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block and the risks posed by vehicles traveling through busy urban areas.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Dec 11 - A tractor truck slammed into the rear of an SUV traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV driver and passenger suffered injuries including shoulder and head trauma. Police cite following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 3:58 AM involving a tractor truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The truck struck the center back end of the SUV, damaging the SUV’s right rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. The SUV carried two occupants: a 36-year-old female driver and a 29-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, with the driver sustaining upper arm and shoulder injuries and the passenger suffering head trauma. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies the truck driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," directly contributing to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified for the SUV occupants. The crash left both occupants in shock, highlighting the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
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SUV With Obstructed View Hits Pedestrian▸Dec 10 - SUV turned left on Junction Blvd. Struck a 59-year-old woman crossing without a signal. Hip and leg injuries. Driver's view blocked. Pedestrian left conscious, hurt on the street.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old woman was crossing Junction Blvd in Queens when an eastbound SUV making a left turn struck her. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. No vehicle damage was reported. No pedestrian fault or other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the risk when drivers turn with blocked views and pedestrians cross without signals.
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Alcohol-Fueled U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Jan 5 - A 16-year-old riding an e-scooter crashed into a parked SUV on Corona Avenue. He was thrown from the scooter and suffered leg injuries. No driver errors listed. The SUV was empty. The teen was unlicensed.
According to the police report, a 16-year-old male riding a 2024 ZNEN e-scooter northbound on Corona Avenue collided with the center front end of a 2018 Toyota SUV at 16:55 in Queens. The teen was ejected and suffered abrasions and injuries to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The report states the rider was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment. No contributing factors were listed for the crash. The SUV had no occupants at the time, and no driver information was provided.
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Unlicensed Driver's Aggressive Lane Change Injures SUV Occupant▸Dec 31 - A sedan driver, unlicensed and aggressive, changed lanes on Grand Central Parkway, striking the right side of an SUV. The SUV driver suffered elbow and arm abrasions. The collision exposed dangers of reckless driving and unlicensed operation on city roads.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 on Grand Central Parkway involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. The sedan driver, identified as unlicensed, was changing lanes aggressively when the vehicle's left front bumper collided with the SUV's right rear bumper, damaging the SUV's right side doors. The SUV driver, a 37-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as a contributing factor, highlighting the sedan driver's reckless lane change. The SUV driver was properly restrained with an airbag deployed and lap belt in use. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by unlicensed and aggressive drivers on New York City roadways.
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Two Sedans Collide on Queens 57 Ave▸Dec 26 - Two sedans collided on 57 Ave in Queens, injuring three women inside one vehicle. All suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash, which occurred during eastbound travel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 57 Ave in Queens at 17:35. Two sedans traveling eastbound collided, with impact points described as the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. The vehicle carrying three female occupants—a 34-year-old driver and two passengers aged 28 and 51—sustained injuries to all occupants, specifically neck injuries characterized as whiplash. All victims were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as central to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash underscores the systemic danger posed by distracted driving on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 25 - A sedan making a left turn struck a pedestrian crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite driver failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a sedan traveling southeast. The sedan was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the driver as the contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 24 - A 21-year-old woman suffered upper leg and hip injuries after a sedan traveling north struck her at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. The vehicle showed no damage. Driver errors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk at the intersection near 97-01 50 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2018 Chevrolet sedan traveling north struck her. The report lists the pedestrian's injuries as hip and upper leg trauma, with a complaint of pain or nausea and emotional shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not specify any driver contributing factors or errors, nor does it attribute any fault to the pedestrian. The pedestrian's crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle driver errors or systemic issues are not clearly identified.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Three Pedestrians▸Dec 21 - A left-turning SUV hit three men crossing with the signal in Queens. All suffered bruises to head or arms. The driver failed to yield and ignored traffic controls. The crash left the pedestrians hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling east on 56 Avenue in Queens made a left turn and struck three male pedestrians, ages 21 and 28, who were crossing with the signal. The impact hit the left front bumper of the SUV. All three pedestrians suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries to the head and lower arms. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors by the driver. The pedestrians were conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed in New York and alone in the vehicle. The crash happened at 12:40 a.m. Driver error in yielding and obeying signals caused harm to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted Driver Turns, Crushes Woman’s Arm▸Dec 18 - A Nissan sedan turned left at 90th Street and 56th Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck a 65-year-old woman in the crosswalk. The bumper crushed her arm. She stayed conscious as pain radiated through her body. Metal met flesh in the Queens dusk.
A 65-year-old woman was hit by a turning Nissan sedan at the corner of 90th Street and 56th Avenue in Queens, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the woman was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The report states the driver was making a left turn and was distracted at the time of the crash. The left front bumper of the sedan struck the pedestrian’s left side, resulting in crush injuries to her arm. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior are cited in the report. The collision underscores the danger posed by inattentive drivers making turns at intersections.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Intersection▸Dec 13 - A 54-year-old woman suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation after an SUV hit her while crossing outside a crosswalk. The driver, traveling northbound, struck her with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian was conscious but injured severely.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Hyundai SUV traveling northbound struck her outside an intersection near 85-14 Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the vehicle impacted her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver violations such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s crossing outside a designated crosswalk was noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block and the risks posed by vehicles traveling through busy urban areas.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Dec 11 - A tractor truck slammed into the rear of an SUV traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV driver and passenger suffered injuries including shoulder and head trauma. Police cite following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 3:58 AM involving a tractor truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The truck struck the center back end of the SUV, damaging the SUV’s right rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. The SUV carried two occupants: a 36-year-old female driver and a 29-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, with the driver sustaining upper arm and shoulder injuries and the passenger suffering head trauma. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies the truck driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," directly contributing to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified for the SUV occupants. The crash left both occupants in shock, highlighting the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
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SUV With Obstructed View Hits Pedestrian▸Dec 10 - SUV turned left on Junction Blvd. Struck a 59-year-old woman crossing without a signal. Hip and leg injuries. Driver's view blocked. Pedestrian left conscious, hurt on the street.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old woman was crossing Junction Blvd in Queens when an eastbound SUV making a left turn struck her. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. No vehicle damage was reported. No pedestrian fault or other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the risk when drivers turn with blocked views and pedestrians cross without signals.
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Alcohol-Fueled U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Dec 31 - A sedan driver, unlicensed and aggressive, changed lanes on Grand Central Parkway, striking the right side of an SUV. The SUV driver suffered elbow and arm abrasions. The collision exposed dangers of reckless driving and unlicensed operation on city roads.
According to the police report, the crash occurred at 8:30 on Grand Central Parkway involving a sedan and an SUV, both traveling west. The sedan driver, identified as unlicensed, was changing lanes aggressively when the vehicle's left front bumper collided with the SUV's right rear bumper, damaging the SUV's right side doors. The SUV driver, a 37-year-old male occupant, was injured with abrasions to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as a contributing factor, highlighting the sedan driver's reckless lane change. The SUV driver was properly restrained with an airbag deployed and lap belt in use. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This incident underscores the systemic danger posed by unlicensed and aggressive drivers on New York City roadways.
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Two Sedans Collide on Queens 57 Ave▸Dec 26 - Two sedans collided on 57 Ave in Queens, injuring three women inside one vehicle. All suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash, which occurred during eastbound travel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 57 Ave in Queens at 17:35. Two sedans traveling eastbound collided, with impact points described as the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. The vehicle carrying three female occupants—a 34-year-old driver and two passengers aged 28 and 51—sustained injuries to all occupants, specifically neck injuries characterized as whiplash. All victims were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as central to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash underscores the systemic danger posed by distracted driving on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 25 - A sedan making a left turn struck a pedestrian crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite driver failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a sedan traveling southeast. The sedan was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the driver as the contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 24 - A 21-year-old woman suffered upper leg and hip injuries after a sedan traveling north struck her at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. The vehicle showed no damage. Driver errors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk at the intersection near 97-01 50 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2018 Chevrolet sedan traveling north struck her. The report lists the pedestrian's injuries as hip and upper leg trauma, with a complaint of pain or nausea and emotional shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not specify any driver contributing factors or errors, nor does it attribute any fault to the pedestrian. The pedestrian's crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle driver errors or systemic issues are not clearly identified.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Three Pedestrians▸Dec 21 - A left-turning SUV hit three men crossing with the signal in Queens. All suffered bruises to head or arms. The driver failed to yield and ignored traffic controls. The crash left the pedestrians hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling east on 56 Avenue in Queens made a left turn and struck three male pedestrians, ages 21 and 28, who were crossing with the signal. The impact hit the left front bumper of the SUV. All three pedestrians suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries to the head and lower arms. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors by the driver. The pedestrians were conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed in New York and alone in the vehicle. The crash happened at 12:40 a.m. Driver error in yielding and obeying signals caused harm to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted Driver Turns, Crushes Woman’s Arm▸Dec 18 - A Nissan sedan turned left at 90th Street and 56th Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck a 65-year-old woman in the crosswalk. The bumper crushed her arm. She stayed conscious as pain radiated through her body. Metal met flesh in the Queens dusk.
A 65-year-old woman was hit by a turning Nissan sedan at the corner of 90th Street and 56th Avenue in Queens, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the woman was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The report states the driver was making a left turn and was distracted at the time of the crash. The left front bumper of the sedan struck the pedestrian’s left side, resulting in crush injuries to her arm. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior are cited in the report. The collision underscores the danger posed by inattentive drivers making turns at intersections.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Intersection▸Dec 13 - A 54-year-old woman suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation after an SUV hit her while crossing outside a crosswalk. The driver, traveling northbound, struck her with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian was conscious but injured severely.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Hyundai SUV traveling northbound struck her outside an intersection near 85-14 Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the vehicle impacted her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver violations such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s crossing outside a designated crosswalk was noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block and the risks posed by vehicles traveling through busy urban areas.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Dec 11 - A tractor truck slammed into the rear of an SUV traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV driver and passenger suffered injuries including shoulder and head trauma. Police cite following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 3:58 AM involving a tractor truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The truck struck the center back end of the SUV, damaging the SUV’s right rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. The SUV carried two occupants: a 36-year-old female driver and a 29-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, with the driver sustaining upper arm and shoulder injuries and the passenger suffering head trauma. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies the truck driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," directly contributing to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified for the SUV occupants. The crash left both occupants in shock, highlighting the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
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SUV With Obstructed View Hits Pedestrian▸Dec 10 - SUV turned left on Junction Blvd. Struck a 59-year-old woman crossing without a signal. Hip and leg injuries. Driver's view blocked. Pedestrian left conscious, hurt on the street.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old woman was crossing Junction Blvd in Queens when an eastbound SUV making a left turn struck her. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. No vehicle damage was reported. No pedestrian fault or other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the risk when drivers turn with blocked views and pedestrians cross without signals.
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Alcohol-Fueled U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Dec 26 - Two sedans collided on 57 Ave in Queens, injuring three women inside one vehicle. All suffered neck injuries described as whiplash. Police cited driver inattention and distraction as key factors in the crash, which occurred during eastbound travel.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on 57 Ave in Queens at 17:35. Two sedans traveling eastbound collided, with impact points described as the center back end of one vehicle and the center front end of the other. The vehicle carrying three female occupants—a 34-year-old driver and two passengers aged 28 and 51—sustained injuries to all occupants, specifically neck injuries characterized as whiplash. All victims were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor to the crash, highlighting driver error as central to the collision. No victim behaviors were cited as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed in New York. The crash underscores the systemic danger posed by distracted driving on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 25 - A sedan making a left turn struck a pedestrian crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite driver failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a sedan traveling southeast. The sedan was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the driver as the contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 24 - A 21-year-old woman suffered upper leg and hip injuries after a sedan traveling north struck her at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. The vehicle showed no damage. Driver errors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk at the intersection near 97-01 50 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2018 Chevrolet sedan traveling north struck her. The report lists the pedestrian's injuries as hip and upper leg trauma, with a complaint of pain or nausea and emotional shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not specify any driver contributing factors or errors, nor does it attribute any fault to the pedestrian. The pedestrian's crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle driver errors or systemic issues are not clearly identified.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Three Pedestrians▸Dec 21 - A left-turning SUV hit three men crossing with the signal in Queens. All suffered bruises to head or arms. The driver failed to yield and ignored traffic controls. The crash left the pedestrians hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling east on 56 Avenue in Queens made a left turn and struck three male pedestrians, ages 21 and 28, who were crossing with the signal. The impact hit the left front bumper of the SUV. All three pedestrians suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries to the head and lower arms. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors by the driver. The pedestrians were conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed in New York and alone in the vehicle. The crash happened at 12:40 a.m. Driver error in yielding and obeying signals caused harm to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted Driver Turns, Crushes Woman’s Arm▸Dec 18 - A Nissan sedan turned left at 90th Street and 56th Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck a 65-year-old woman in the crosswalk. The bumper crushed her arm. She stayed conscious as pain radiated through her body. Metal met flesh in the Queens dusk.
A 65-year-old woman was hit by a turning Nissan sedan at the corner of 90th Street and 56th Avenue in Queens, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the woman was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The report states the driver was making a left turn and was distracted at the time of the crash. The left front bumper of the sedan struck the pedestrian’s left side, resulting in crush injuries to her arm. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior are cited in the report. The collision underscores the danger posed by inattentive drivers making turns at intersections.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Intersection▸Dec 13 - A 54-year-old woman suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation after an SUV hit her while crossing outside a crosswalk. The driver, traveling northbound, struck her with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian was conscious but injured severely.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Hyundai SUV traveling northbound struck her outside an intersection near 85-14 Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the vehicle impacted her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver violations such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s crossing outside a designated crosswalk was noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block and the risks posed by vehicles traveling through busy urban areas.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Dec 11 - A tractor truck slammed into the rear of an SUV traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV driver and passenger suffered injuries including shoulder and head trauma. Police cite following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 3:58 AM involving a tractor truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The truck struck the center back end of the SUV, damaging the SUV’s right rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. The SUV carried two occupants: a 36-year-old female driver and a 29-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, with the driver sustaining upper arm and shoulder injuries and the passenger suffering head trauma. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies the truck driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," directly contributing to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified for the SUV occupants. The crash left both occupants in shock, highlighting the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
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SUV With Obstructed View Hits Pedestrian▸Dec 10 - SUV turned left on Junction Blvd. Struck a 59-year-old woman crossing without a signal. Hip and leg injuries. Driver's view blocked. Pedestrian left conscious, hurt on the street.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old woman was crossing Junction Blvd in Queens when an eastbound SUV making a left turn struck her. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. No vehicle damage was reported. No pedestrian fault or other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the risk when drivers turn with blocked views and pedestrians cross without signals.
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Alcohol-Fueled U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Dec 25 - A sedan making a left turn struck a pedestrian crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian suffered whiplash and full-body injuries. Police cite driver failure to yield right-of-way as the primary cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a 34-year-old male pedestrian was crossing 94th Street at a marked crosswalk without a signal when he was struck by a sedan traveling southeast. The sedan was making a left turn and impacted the pedestrian with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained injuries to his entire body, including whiplash, and remained conscious after the collision. The report explicitly cites "Failure to Yield Right-of-Way" by the driver as the contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage, and the driver was licensed in New York. No pedestrian behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by drivers failing to yield to pedestrians legally crossing intersections.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Queens Intersection▸Dec 24 - A 21-year-old woman suffered upper leg and hip injuries after a sedan traveling north struck her at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. The vehicle showed no damage. Driver errors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk at the intersection near 97-01 50 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2018 Chevrolet sedan traveling north struck her. The report lists the pedestrian's injuries as hip and upper leg trauma, with a complaint of pain or nausea and emotional shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not specify any driver contributing factors or errors, nor does it attribute any fault to the pedestrian. The pedestrian's crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle driver errors or systemic issues are not clearly identified.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Three Pedestrians▸Dec 21 - A left-turning SUV hit three men crossing with the signal in Queens. All suffered bruises to head or arms. The driver failed to yield and ignored traffic controls. The crash left the pedestrians hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling east on 56 Avenue in Queens made a left turn and struck three male pedestrians, ages 21 and 28, who were crossing with the signal. The impact hit the left front bumper of the SUV. All three pedestrians suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries to the head and lower arms. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors by the driver. The pedestrians were conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed in New York and alone in the vehicle. The crash happened at 12:40 a.m. Driver error in yielding and obeying signals caused harm to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted Driver Turns, Crushes Woman’s Arm▸Dec 18 - A Nissan sedan turned left at 90th Street and 56th Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck a 65-year-old woman in the crosswalk. The bumper crushed her arm. She stayed conscious as pain radiated through her body. Metal met flesh in the Queens dusk.
A 65-year-old woman was hit by a turning Nissan sedan at the corner of 90th Street and 56th Avenue in Queens, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the woman was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The report states the driver was making a left turn and was distracted at the time of the crash. The left front bumper of the sedan struck the pedestrian’s left side, resulting in crush injuries to her arm. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior are cited in the report. The collision underscores the danger posed by inattentive drivers making turns at intersections.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Intersection▸Dec 13 - A 54-year-old woman suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation after an SUV hit her while crossing outside a crosswalk. The driver, traveling northbound, struck her with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian was conscious but injured severely.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Hyundai SUV traveling northbound struck her outside an intersection near 85-14 Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the vehicle impacted her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver violations such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s crossing outside a designated crosswalk was noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block and the risks posed by vehicles traveling through busy urban areas.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Dec 11 - A tractor truck slammed into the rear of an SUV traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV driver and passenger suffered injuries including shoulder and head trauma. Police cite following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 3:58 AM involving a tractor truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The truck struck the center back end of the SUV, damaging the SUV’s right rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. The SUV carried two occupants: a 36-year-old female driver and a 29-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, with the driver sustaining upper arm and shoulder injuries and the passenger suffering head trauma. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies the truck driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," directly contributing to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified for the SUV occupants. The crash left both occupants in shock, highlighting the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
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SUV With Obstructed View Hits Pedestrian▸Dec 10 - SUV turned left on Junction Blvd. Struck a 59-year-old woman crossing without a signal. Hip and leg injuries. Driver's view blocked. Pedestrian left conscious, hurt on the street.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old woman was crossing Junction Blvd in Queens when an eastbound SUV making a left turn struck her. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. No vehicle damage was reported. No pedestrian fault or other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the risk when drivers turn with blocked views and pedestrians cross without signals.
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Alcohol-Fueled U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Dec 24 - A 21-year-old woman suffered upper leg and hip injuries after a sedan traveling north struck her at a marked crosswalk in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal. The vehicle showed no damage. Driver errors remain unspecified.
According to the police report, a 21-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing a marked crosswalk at the intersection near 97-01 50 Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal when a 2018 Chevrolet sedan traveling north struck her. The report lists the pedestrian's injuries as hip and upper leg trauma, with a complaint of pain or nausea and emotional shock. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not specify any driver contributing factors or errors, nor does it attribute any fault to the pedestrian. The pedestrian's crossing without a signal is noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the dangers pedestrians face even at marked crosswalks when vehicle driver errors or systemic issues are not clearly identified.
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SUV Turns Left, Strikes Three Pedestrians▸Dec 21 - A left-turning SUV hit three men crossing with the signal in Queens. All suffered bruises to head or arms. The driver failed to yield and ignored traffic controls. The crash left the pedestrians hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling east on 56 Avenue in Queens made a left turn and struck three male pedestrians, ages 21 and 28, who were crossing with the signal. The impact hit the left front bumper of the SUV. All three pedestrians suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries to the head and lower arms. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors by the driver. The pedestrians were conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed in New York and alone in the vehicle. The crash happened at 12:40 a.m. Driver error in yielding and obeying signals caused harm to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted Driver Turns, Crushes Woman’s Arm▸Dec 18 - A Nissan sedan turned left at 90th Street and 56th Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck a 65-year-old woman in the crosswalk. The bumper crushed her arm. She stayed conscious as pain radiated through her body. Metal met flesh in the Queens dusk.
A 65-year-old woman was hit by a turning Nissan sedan at the corner of 90th Street and 56th Avenue in Queens, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the woman was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The report states the driver was making a left turn and was distracted at the time of the crash. The left front bumper of the sedan struck the pedestrian’s left side, resulting in crush injuries to her arm. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior are cited in the report. The collision underscores the danger posed by inattentive drivers making turns at intersections.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Intersection▸Dec 13 - A 54-year-old woman suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation after an SUV hit her while crossing outside a crosswalk. The driver, traveling northbound, struck her with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian was conscious but injured severely.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Hyundai SUV traveling northbound struck her outside an intersection near 85-14 Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the vehicle impacted her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver violations such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s crossing outside a designated crosswalk was noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block and the risks posed by vehicles traveling through busy urban areas.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Dec 11 - A tractor truck slammed into the rear of an SUV traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV driver and passenger suffered injuries including shoulder and head trauma. Police cite following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 3:58 AM involving a tractor truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The truck struck the center back end of the SUV, damaging the SUV’s right rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. The SUV carried two occupants: a 36-year-old female driver and a 29-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, with the driver sustaining upper arm and shoulder injuries and the passenger suffering head trauma. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies the truck driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," directly contributing to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified for the SUV occupants. The crash left both occupants in shock, highlighting the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
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SUV With Obstructed View Hits Pedestrian▸Dec 10 - SUV turned left on Junction Blvd. Struck a 59-year-old woman crossing without a signal. Hip and leg injuries. Driver's view blocked. Pedestrian left conscious, hurt on the street.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old woman was crossing Junction Blvd in Queens when an eastbound SUV making a left turn struck her. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. No vehicle damage was reported. No pedestrian fault or other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the risk when drivers turn with blocked views and pedestrians cross without signals.
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Alcohol-Fueled U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Dec 21 - A left-turning SUV hit three men crossing with the signal in Queens. All suffered bruises to head or arms. The driver failed to yield and ignored traffic controls. The crash left the pedestrians hurt and shaken.
According to the police report, a 2011 Nissan SUV traveling east on 56 Avenue in Queens made a left turn and struck three male pedestrians, ages 21 and 28, who were crossing with the signal. The impact hit the left front bumper of the SUV. All three pedestrians suffered contusions and bruises, with injuries to the head and lower arms. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors by the driver. The pedestrians were conscious and not ejected. The driver was licensed in New York and alone in the vehicle. The crash happened at 12:40 a.m. Driver error in yielding and obeying signals caused harm to vulnerable road users.
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Distracted Driver Turns, Crushes Woman’s Arm▸Dec 18 - A Nissan sedan turned left at 90th Street and 56th Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck a 65-year-old woman in the crosswalk. The bumper crushed her arm. She stayed conscious as pain radiated through her body. Metal met flesh in the Queens dusk.
A 65-year-old woman was hit by a turning Nissan sedan at the corner of 90th Street and 56th Avenue in Queens, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the woman was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The report states the driver was making a left turn and was distracted at the time of the crash. The left front bumper of the sedan struck the pedestrian’s left side, resulting in crush injuries to her arm. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior are cited in the report. The collision underscores the danger posed by inattentive drivers making turns at intersections.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Intersection▸Dec 13 - A 54-year-old woman suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation after an SUV hit her while crossing outside a crosswalk. The driver, traveling northbound, struck her with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian was conscious but injured severely.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Hyundai SUV traveling northbound struck her outside an intersection near 85-14 Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the vehicle impacted her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver violations such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s crossing outside a designated crosswalk was noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block and the risks posed by vehicles traveling through busy urban areas.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Dec 11 - A tractor truck slammed into the rear of an SUV traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV driver and passenger suffered injuries including shoulder and head trauma. Police cite following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 3:58 AM involving a tractor truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The truck struck the center back end of the SUV, damaging the SUV’s right rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. The SUV carried two occupants: a 36-year-old female driver and a 29-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, with the driver sustaining upper arm and shoulder injuries and the passenger suffering head trauma. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies the truck driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," directly contributing to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified for the SUV occupants. The crash left both occupants in shock, highlighting the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
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SUV With Obstructed View Hits Pedestrian▸Dec 10 - SUV turned left on Junction Blvd. Struck a 59-year-old woman crossing without a signal. Hip and leg injuries. Driver's view blocked. Pedestrian left conscious, hurt on the street.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old woman was crossing Junction Blvd in Queens when an eastbound SUV making a left turn struck her. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. No vehicle damage was reported. No pedestrian fault or other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the risk when drivers turn with blocked views and pedestrians cross without signals.
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Alcohol-Fueled U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Dec 18 - A Nissan sedan turned left at 90th Street and 56th Avenue. The driver, distracted, struck a 65-year-old woman in the crosswalk. The bumper crushed her arm. She stayed conscious as pain radiated through her body. Metal met flesh in the Queens dusk.
A 65-year-old woman was hit by a turning Nissan sedan at the corner of 90th Street and 56th Avenue in Queens, according to the police report. The incident occurred as the woman was crossing in a marked crosswalk. The report states the driver was making a left turn and was distracted at the time of the crash. The left front bumper of the sedan struck the pedestrian’s left side, resulting in crush injuries to her arm. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The woman remained conscious after the impact. No contributing factors related to the pedestrian’s behavior are cited in the report. The collision underscores the danger posed by inattentive drivers making turns at intersections.
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SUV Strikes Pedestrian Crossing Outside Intersection▸Dec 13 - A 54-year-old woman suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation after an SUV hit her while crossing outside a crosswalk. The driver, traveling northbound, struck her with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian was conscious but injured severely.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Hyundai SUV traveling northbound struck her outside an intersection near 85-14 Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the vehicle impacted her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver violations such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s crossing outside a designated crosswalk was noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block and the risks posed by vehicles traveling through busy urban areas.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Dec 11 - A tractor truck slammed into the rear of an SUV traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV driver and passenger suffered injuries including shoulder and head trauma. Police cite following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 3:58 AM involving a tractor truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The truck struck the center back end of the SUV, damaging the SUV’s right rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. The SUV carried two occupants: a 36-year-old female driver and a 29-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, with the driver sustaining upper arm and shoulder injuries and the passenger suffering head trauma. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies the truck driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," directly contributing to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified for the SUV occupants. The crash left both occupants in shock, highlighting the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
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SUV With Obstructed View Hits Pedestrian▸Dec 10 - SUV turned left on Junction Blvd. Struck a 59-year-old woman crossing without a signal. Hip and leg injuries. Driver's view blocked. Pedestrian left conscious, hurt on the street.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old woman was crossing Junction Blvd in Queens when an eastbound SUV making a left turn struck her. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. No vehicle damage was reported. No pedestrian fault or other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the risk when drivers turn with blocked views and pedestrians cross without signals.
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Alcohol-Fueled U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Dec 13 - A 54-year-old woman suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation after an SUV hit her while crossing outside a crosswalk. The driver, traveling northbound, struck her with the vehicle’s center front end. The pedestrian was conscious but injured severely.
According to the police report, a 54-year-old female pedestrian was injured when a 2015 Hyundai SUV traveling northbound struck her outside an intersection near 85-14 Broadway in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing without a signal or crosswalk when the vehicle impacted her at the center front end. The pedestrian sustained a fracture and dislocation to her elbow, lower arm, and hand, classified as injury severity level 3. The driver was licensed and traveling straight ahead. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not indicate any driver violations such as failure to yield or speeding. The pedestrian’s crossing outside a designated crosswalk was noted but not cited as a contributing factor. The vehicle sustained no damage. The incident highlights the dangers pedestrians face when crossing mid-block and the risks posed by vehicles traveling through busy urban areas.
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Truck Rear-Ends SUV on Long Island Expressway▸Dec 11 - A tractor truck slammed into the rear of an SUV traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV driver and passenger suffered injuries including shoulder and head trauma. Police cite following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 3:58 AM involving a tractor truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The truck struck the center back end of the SUV, damaging the SUV’s right rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. The SUV carried two occupants: a 36-year-old female driver and a 29-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, with the driver sustaining upper arm and shoulder injuries and the passenger suffering head trauma. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies the truck driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," directly contributing to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified for the SUV occupants. The crash left both occupants in shock, highlighting the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
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SUV With Obstructed View Hits Pedestrian▸Dec 10 - SUV turned left on Junction Blvd. Struck a 59-year-old woman crossing without a signal. Hip and leg injuries. Driver's view blocked. Pedestrian left conscious, hurt on the street.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old woman was crossing Junction Blvd in Queens when an eastbound SUV making a left turn struck her. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. No vehicle damage was reported. No pedestrian fault or other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the risk when drivers turn with blocked views and pedestrians cross without signals.
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Alcohol-Fueled U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Dec 11 - A tractor truck slammed into the rear of an SUV traveling westbound on the Long Island Expressway. The SUV driver and passenger suffered injuries including shoulder and head trauma. Police cite following too closely as the cause of the crash.
According to the police report, a collision occurred on the Long Island Expressway at 3:58 AM involving a tractor truck and a sport utility vehicle (SUV), both traveling westbound. The truck struck the center back end of the SUV, damaging the SUV’s right rear bumper and the truck’s left front bumper. The SUV carried two occupants: a 36-year-old female driver and a 29-year-old male passenger. Both were injured, with the driver sustaining upper arm and shoulder injuries and the passenger suffering head trauma. Both occupants were wearing lap belts and harnesses and were not ejected. The report identifies the truck driver’s error as "Following Too Closely," directly contributing to the crash. No other contributing factors were specified for the SUV occupants. The crash left both occupants in shock, highlighting the dangers of tailgating on high-speed roadways.
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SUV With Obstructed View Hits Pedestrian▸Dec 10 - SUV turned left on Junction Blvd. Struck a 59-year-old woman crossing without a signal. Hip and leg injuries. Driver's view blocked. Pedestrian left conscious, hurt on the street.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old woman was crossing Junction Blvd in Queens when an eastbound SUV making a left turn struck her. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. No vehicle damage was reported. No pedestrian fault or other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the risk when drivers turn with blocked views and pedestrians cross without signals.
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Alcohol-Fueled U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Dec 10 - SUV turned left on Junction Blvd. Struck a 59-year-old woman crossing without a signal. Hip and leg injuries. Driver's view blocked. Pedestrian left conscious, hurt on the street.
According to the police report, a 59-year-old woman was crossing Junction Blvd in Queens when an eastbound SUV making a left turn struck her. The impact came from the vehicle's right front bumper. The pedestrian suffered internal injuries to her hip and upper leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor, showing the driver’s limited visibility played a role. No vehicle damage was reported. No pedestrian fault or other contributing factors were listed. The crash underscores the risk when drivers turn with blocked views and pedestrians cross without signals.
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Alcohol-Fueled U-Turn Crash Injures Passenger▸Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Dec 8 - A sedan making a U-turn collided with another sedan in Queens. The impact slammed the left side doors. A 40-year-old female passenger suffered neck injuries. Police cite alcohol involvement as a key factor.
According to the police report, a crash occurred at 17:47 near 108-17 46 Ave in Queens. A sedan making a U-turn struck another sedan traveling straight. The collision hit the left side doors of the turning car. A 40-year-old female passenger in the U-turning sedan suffered neck injuries and whiplash. She was conscious and wore a lap belt. The report lists alcohol involvement as a contributing factor, highlighting impaired driver judgment. The crash resulted from driver error during the U-turn. No victim actions contributed to the crash.
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Unlicensed Driver Overturns Truck in Lane Change▸Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Dec 6 - Two pick-up trucks collided on Van Wyck Expressway. An unlicensed driver changing lanes struck another truck. His vehicle overturned. He suffered full-body bruises. The other driver was not hurt.
According to the police report, two pick-up trucks crashed on Van Wyck Expressway. A 36-year-old unlicensed driver changed lanes and struck the left front bumper of another truck going straight. The impact flipped the unlicensed driver’s vehicle. He suffered contusions and bruises over his entire body but remained conscious and was not ejected. The licensed driver of the second truck was not injured. The report highlights the unlicensed driver’s lane change as the pre-crash action and primary cause. No contributing factors related to the victim’s behavior were noted.
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Queens Crash Leaves Four Hurt on 57th Road▸Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Dec 6 - SUV and sedan slammed on 57th Road. Four people hurt. Head and back injuries. Whiplash. Air bags burst. All stayed conscious. No driver errors listed. Streets failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2016 sedan and a 2020 SUV collided on 57th Road at Seabury Street in Queens. Both vehicles traveled northwest and struck at the front bumpers. Four people were injured: two women drivers, ages 66 and 32, and two male passengers, ages 31 and 36. Injuries included head trauma, back pain, and whiplash. All victims were conscious. Air bags deployed. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding were identified. Both drivers held valid New York licenses. The crash left serious injuries but no one was ejected.
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Distracted SUV Driver Kills Pedestrian on Van Wyck▸Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Dec 3 - A distracted SUV driver veered south on Van Wyck Expressway, slamming head-on into a man standing near a parked flatbed. The impact crushed his body. He died there, under the cold morning sky, another life ended by driver inattention.
A 41-year-old man was killed on the Van Wyck Expressway when a southbound SUV struck him head-on as he stood near a parked flatbed, according to the police report. The crash occurred at 11:35 a.m. The report states the SUV driver was 'distracted' and that 'alcohol was involved.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection and was engaged in 'other actions in roadway,' but the police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The SUV's right front bumper delivered the fatal blow, crushing the man's body. The police narrative describes the victim's death as immediate, with his body 'crumpled beneath the wheels.' No contributing factors are attributed to the pedestrian. The data underscores the lethal consequences of driver distraction and impairment.
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SUV Slams Sedan on Grand Central Parkway▸Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Dec 1 - SUV struck sedan from behind on Grand Central Parkway. Woman at the wheel suffered neck injury and shock. Police blamed following too closely. Impact left pain and whiplash. System failed to protect.
According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV rear-ended a 2018 Chevrolet sedan on Grand Central Parkway at 4:15 a.m. The sedan's 31-year-old female driver was injured, suffering neck pain, whiplash, and shock. The report cites 'Following Too Closely' as the cause, showing the SUV driver failed to keep distance. The victim was properly restrained and not ejected. No other contributing factors or victim actions were listed. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore safe spacing, leaving vulnerable road users hurt.
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SUV Rear-Ends Another SUV on Van Wyck Expressway▸Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Nov 30 - Two SUVs collided head-to-tail on the Van Wyck Expressway at night. Three occupants suffered contusions and bruises, including back and shoulder injuries. Driver distraction was cited as the cause, with no ejections or fatalities reported.
According to the police report, the crash occurred on the Van Wyck Expressway around 12:30 a.m. Two station wagons/SUVs traveling south collided, with the point of impact at the center front end of one vehicle and the center back end of the other. The report identifies 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The second vehicle, a 2013 Ford SUV with three occupants, was driven by a licensed New York male driver. All three occupants, including the driver, sustained injuries classified as contusions and bruises to the back and shoulders. All were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. There were no ejections. The collision and resulting injuries highlight the dangers of driver distraction on high-speed roadways.
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Moped Strikes Pedestrian at Queens Intersection▸Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.
Nov 27 - A moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave hit a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk. The pedestrian suffered a head abrasion and was conscious. Police cited unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way by the moped driver.
According to the police report, a moped traveling west on Roosevelt Ave collided with a pedestrian crossing 99 St at a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The pedestrian sustained a head abrasion and was conscious at the scene. The point of impact was the center front end of the moped, which showed damage consistent with the collision. The report identifies the moped driver's unsafe speed and failure to yield right-of-way as contributing factors. The pedestrian was crossing legally at the intersection, and no contributing factors were attributed to the pedestrian. This crash highlights driver errors, specifically unsafe speed and failure to yield, as central causes of the injury.