Crash Count for Precinct 116
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,887
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,643
Moderate: Broken bones, concussions, and other serious injuries. 416
Serious: Life-altering injuries: amputations, paralysis, severe trauma. 24
Deaths: Lives lost to traffic violence. 16
Data from Jan 1, 2022 to Jul 26, 2025

Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in Precinct 116?

Sixteen Dead, Zero Excuses: Precinct 116’s Streets Are Killing Us

Sixteen Dead, Zero Excuses: Precinct 116’s Streets Are Killing Us

Precinct 116: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 4, 2025

The Deaths Keep Coming

In Precinct 116, the numbers do not lie. Sixteen people killed. Twenty-four left with serious injuries. In the last twelve months alone, four deaths and three more lives changed forever. The names fade, but the pain does not. A 44-year-old woman, struck and killed by an SUV on Laurelton Parkway. Three elders—ages 75 and up—dead in crashes. Children injured, futures stolen. The road does not care who you are.

The Crashes Are Not Accidents

Speed is the silent killer. On December 25th, a 21-year-old man died behind the wheel of an unlicensed Audi, changing lanes too fast on Laurelton Parkway. On February 8th, a 27-year-old woman was ejected and killed on the Belt Parkway. The cause: unsafe speed. The city’s own data shows that SUVs and cars are the main threat, with 221 pedestrian injuries or deaths caused by SUVs and cars in this precinct alone.

Leadership: Words, Delays, and the Cost of Inaction

The police have the tools. They can enforce speed limits, ticket reckless drivers, and target crash hotspots. But the carnage continues. “This was a landmark case where both an unlicensed teenage driver and his parents were held responsible for the teenager’s deadly actions,” said Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz. But for every case that ends in court, dozens more end in silence.

Victims’ families know the cost. “I wish they would never have given him that car. I wish they would never think about giving him that car—because if they didn’t give him that car, my daughter would still be here right now,” said Keisha Francis, mother of a 14-year-old girl killed in a crash.

What Comes Next

Precinct 116 can act. The council can push for lower speed limits and more cameras. The police can crack down on speeding and failure to yield. Residents can demand action. Every day of delay is another day someone does not come home.

Call your council member. Call the precinct. Demand enforcement. Demand safer streets.

No more waiting. No more names lost to the road.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does Precinct 116 sit politically?
It belongs to borough Queens, city council district District 31, assembly district AD 29 and state senate district SD 10.
Which areas are in Precinct 116?
It includes the Springfield Gardens (North)-Rochdale Village, Laurelton, Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville, Rosedale, Montefiore Cemetery, and Queens CB13 neighborhoods. It also overlaps parts of Council Districts District 27 and District 31, Assembly Districts AD 29 and AD 31, and State Senate Districts SD 10 and SD 14.
What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in Precinct 116?
Cars and SUVs: 221 injuries or deaths. Trucks and Buses: 16. Motorcycles and Mopeds: 1. Bikes: 2. The vast majority of harm comes from cars, SUVs, and trucks. See NYC Open Data.
What can police do to protect vulnerable road users here?
Precinct 116 can enforce speed limits, crack down on reckless driving, and respond to dangerous conditions. They can issue speeding and failure-to-yield tickets, and target known crash hotspots. Police have the tools—they just need to use them.
Are these crashes just 'accidents'?
No. Most crashes are preventable. Speeding, reckless driving, and failure to yield are choices. The data shows patterns, not fate.
What can local politicians do?
They can lower speed limits, expand speed camera coverage, fund safer street designs, and demand police enforcement. They can act now or answer for more deaths.
What is CrashCount?
We’re a tool for helping hold local politicians and other actors accountable for their failure to protect you when you’re walking or cycling in NYC. We update our site constantly to provide you with up to date information on what’s happening in your neighborhood.

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Other Representatives

Alicia Hyndman
Assembly Member Alicia Hyndman
District 29
District Office:
232-06A Merrick Blvd., Springfield Gardens, NY 11413
Legislative Office:
Room 717, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Selvena N. Brooks-Powers
Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers
District 31
District Office:
1931 Mott Avenue, Suite 410, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
718-471-7014
Legislative Office:
250 Broadway, Suite 1865, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7216
James Sanders
State Senator James Sanders
District 10
District Office:
142-01 Rockaway Blvd., South Ozone Park, NY 11436
Legislative Office:
Room 711, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
Other Geographies

Precinct 116 Police Precinct 116 sits in Queens, District 31, AD 29, SD 10.

It contains Queens CB13, Springfield Gardens (North)-Rochdale Village, Laurelton, Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville, Rosedale, Montefiore Cemetery.

See also
Boroughs
City Council Districts
Community Boards
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State Senate Districts

Traffic Safety Timeline for Police Precinct 116

Man Killed By Car In Queens Dispute

A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man in Ozone Park. The driver fled, then turned himself in. Police say the crash followed a heated confrontation. The victim died at Jamaica Hospital.

ABC7 reported on August 1, 2025, that a 23-year-old man died after being hit by a car at 101st Avenue and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. Police said the incident followed a domestic dispute. The driver, who was the woman's current boyfriend, told police the victim approached his car "while flashing what appeared to be a gun" and was struck as the driver tried to leave. The driver later went to the police. No charges had been filed as of publication, with the district attorney still reviewing the case. The crash highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used during conflicts.


Flash Flood Traps Cars On Expressway

Water rose fast. Cars stranded. People climbed roofs to escape. Rescue teams pulled them out. Rain hammered Queens. The road drowned, then cleared. Danger came quick. Relief came late.

ABC7 reported on July 31, 2025, that flash flooding trapped drivers on the Clearview Expressway in Queens. Video showed people perched atop cars, waiting for rescue. A witness described, "10 feet deep, people sitting on top of cars, 6 or 7." Mayor Eric Adams declared a localized State of Emergency. The flooding left vehicles stranded and forced emergency response. The article highlights the risk of sudden, severe weather overwhelming city infrastructure, stranding vulnerable road users in harm’s way.


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SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Three Hurt in Queens Crash

Three people injured when SUV driver fell asleep near 133 Ave. Head and leg wounds. Metal twisted. No warning. Streets do not forgive mistakes.

Three people suffered injuries when two SUVs and a sedan collided near 219-10 133 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, the crash was caused by a driver who 'Fell Asleep.' One driver reported pain throughout her body, another suffered head injuries, and a third had leg wounds. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the sole contributing factor. No mention of helmet or signal use. The crash left metal crushed and lives shaken.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829156 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pick-up Truck Strikes Parked Sedan in Queens

A pick-up truck hit a parked sedan on 131 Ave. One man was left unconscious. Police cite illness as a factor. Metal and bodies took the blow.

A pick-up truck traveling west struck a parked sedan on 131 Ave in Queens. According to the police report, one male occupant was injured and found unconscious. The report lists 'Illness' as a contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The sedan was parked at the time of impact. The police report does not mention any other driver errors or helmet or signal issues.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4829083 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Defective Brakes Cause SUV and Truck Collision

SUV and pickup slammed together on Rockaway Blvd. Brakes failed. One driver hurt, shoulder and arm. Metal twisted. Pain and shock followed. Streets in Queens saw another crash.

Two vehicles, a station wagon/SUV and a pickup truck, collided on Rockaway Blvd near S Conduit Ave in Queens. According to the police report, 'Brakes Defective' was listed as a contributing factor. One driver, a 48-year-old man, suffered injuries to his shoulder and upper arm and reported pain and shock. The other occupants were not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. The crash highlights the danger when vehicle systems fail. No other contributing factors were listed in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4830108 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Fails to Yield, Cyclist Injured in Queens

A sedan merged into a cyclist on Francis Lewis Blvd. The rider took a hit to the leg. Police cite failure to yield. The street stayed open. The system failed the vulnerable again.

A sedan and a bike collided on Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. The 50-year-old male cyclist suffered a contusion to his lower leg. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' The sedan was merging when it struck the cyclist, who was traveling straight. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The report lists no other contributing factors.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827054 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Memorial Honors Fallen App-Based Workers

Candles flickered in Queens. Workers mourned the dead. Portraits lined the park. Grief and anger mixed. Demands for safety echoed. Fatigue and risk shadow every shift. The toll grows. The city listens.

amny reported on July 11, 2025, that rideshare and delivery workers gathered in Little Bay Park to honor colleagues killed on the job. The Justice for App Workers coalition demanded safety reforms, including panic buttons and limits on shift lengths. 'These deaths were not inevitable; they happened because billion-dollar companies chose profit over safety,' said Adaligisa Payero. Speakers highlighted long hours and fatigue as key dangers. The coalition called for tech companies and lawmakers to act, noting that app-based workers face higher injury and death rates than many traditional employees.


E-Bike Rider Ejected in SUV Collision on 248 Street

E-bike rider thrown from bike after crash with SUV on 248 Street and Memphis Ave. Man, 33, suffers leg injury. No damage reported to vehicles. Police list cause as unspecified.

An e-bike and a station wagon or SUV collided at 248 Street and Memphis Ave in Queens. The 33-year-old male e-bike rider was ejected and injured, suffering abrasions to his lower leg. According to the police report, both contributing factors are listed as 'Unspecified.' No damage was reported to either vehicle. The police report does not identify any driver errors or specific causes for the crash. The SUV had no listed occupants at the time of the incident.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4827807 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Motorcycle Ejection After Sedan Ignores Signal

A sedan turned left on Brookville Blvd, disregarding traffic control. A motorcycle struck. The rider was ejected, suffering a head injury. Metal, flesh, and error met at the intersection.

A sedan and a motorcycle collided at Brookville Blvd and 135 Ave in Queens. The motorcycle rider, a 50-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a head injury. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The sedan was making a left turn; the motorcycle was going straight. The report lists no other contributing factors before the crash. The sedan had two occupants; the motorcycle had one. No pedestrians were involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825725 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
BMW Vaults Median, Six Injured In Queens

A BMW flew over a Belt Parkway barrier at dawn. Metal twisted. Six hurt. Two critical. Flames rose. Police say speed may have played a role. The crash left wreckage and questions in its wake.

According to the New York Post (2025-07-05), a BMW traveling east on the Belt Parkway in Queens struck a concrete median, vaulted over it, and hit two oncoming vehicles. The article states, "Six people were injured—two critically—in a fiery crash." Police noted, "speed may have been an issue." The NYPD Collision Investigation Squad is investigating. The incident highlights the dangers of high speeds and highway design where barriers failed to contain a vehicle, putting multiple road users at risk.


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Improper Lane Use Injures Rear Passengers on 234 St

Two rear passengers suffered head injuries on 234 St. Sedans collided. Police cite improper lane use. Impact was sharp. Streets failed to protect those inside.

Two women riding as rear passengers in a sedan on 234 St at 135 Ave were injured in a crash involving two sedans. According to the police report, the collision was caused by 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' Both injured passengers suffered head injuries and whiplash. The crash occurred as one sedan made a left turn and the other traveled straight. Police listed no other contributing factors. The system allowed a simple lane error to bring pain to those riding in the back.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825724 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Sedan Overturns on Belt Parkway, Two Hurt

A sedan rolled on Belt Parkway. A teenage passenger suffered a concussion. The driver, a young woman, was hurt. Steering failure and other vehicular issues listed. Metal twisted. Pain followed.

A sedan overturned on Belt Parkway in Queens. A 19-year-old woman driving and a 15-year-old boy riding in the front seat were both injured. The boy suffered a concussion. According to the police report, 'Other Vehicular' and 'Steering Failure' were listed as contributing factors. The car’s front end took the impact. The vehicle overturned. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left both occupants conscious but hurt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824955 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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SUV Driver Falls Asleep, Bus Crash Injures Six

A sleeping SUV driver slammed into a bus on 147 Ave. Six people hurt. Faces bloodied, necks wrenched, bodies battered. The road stayed quiet. Metal and flesh took the blow.

An SUV struck a bus on 147 Ave in Queens. Six people were injured, including drivers and passengers. According to the police report, the crash was caused by the driver falling asleep and losing consciousness. Injuries ranged from severe bleeding to whiplash and chest trauma. The police report lists 'Fell Asleep' and 'Lost Consciousness' as contributing factors. No mention of helmet or signal use as a cause. The impact left bodies bruised and shaken, exposing the danger when drivers lose control.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824044 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Pedestrian Struck While Working on Francis Lewis Blvd

A sedan hit a woman working in the roadway. She suffered a bruised leg. The driver started from parking. No driver error listed. The street saw pain, not justice.

A 25-year-old woman was injured when a sedan struck her as she worked in the roadway at 226-02 Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, the sedan was starting from parking when it hit the pedestrian, causing a contusion to her knee and lower leg. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The driver was licensed and uninjured. The crash left the pedestrian hurt and the car undamaged. No helmet or signal issues were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823787 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Strikes Pedestrian in Marked Crosswalk

An SUV hit a woman crossing 137 Ave at 219 St. She suffered arm injuries and shock. The crash left her burned and shaken. The police cited confusion as a factor.

A 60-year-old woman was injured when an SUV struck her as she crossed 137 Ave at 219 St in Queens. According to the police report, the pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal when the collision occurred. She suffered injuries to her arm and a minor burn, and was left in shock. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No driver errors were cited in the data. The driver, a 35-year-old woman, was licensed and driving straight ahead. No vehicle damage was reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4824056 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
SUV Driver Fails to Yield, Injures Motorcyclist

SUV struck a standing scooter on 197 St at Nashville Blvd. Driver inattention and failure to yield left a 26-year-old man with leg injuries. Streets remain dangerous for those outside steel.

A Jeep SUV and a standing scooter collided at 197 St and Nashville Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, both drivers were inattentive and failed to yield right-of-way. The 26-year-old male scooter driver suffered knee and leg injuries. The SUV driver, a 30-year-old woman, was not reported injured. Police cited 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The crash highlights the risk to vulnerable road users when drivers fail to pay attention and yield as required.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4825728 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted SUV Driver Strikes Pedestrian in Queens

SUV hit a man crossing Francis Lewis Blvd. He took a blow to the leg. Police cite driver distraction. The street stayed busy. The man stayed conscious. The system failed to protect him.

A 28-year-old man was hit by an SUV while crossing Francis Lewis Blvd in Queens. He suffered a contusion and injury to his lower leg but remained conscious. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' was a contributing factor. The driver, a 32-year-old woman, was licensed and driving straight ahead. The pedestrian was in a marked crosswalk with no signal. The report lists no other contributing factors before noting the driver's distraction.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822351 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Sedans Collide at 140 Ave and 183 St, Two Drivers Hurt

Two sedans crashed at 140 Ave and 183 St. Both drivers, women, suffered injuries. Police cite failure to yield. Metal struck metal. Bodies bruised. The street stayed dangerous.

Two sedans crashed at the intersection of 140 Ave and 183 St in Queens. Both drivers, women aged 26 and 58, were injured—one with a hip contusion, the other with a chest abrasion. According to the police report, the crash was caused by 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way.' Both vehicles were traveling straight before impact. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report lists no other contributing factors. The collision left both cars damaged and both drivers hurt.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4822561 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
Distracted Drivers Collide on S Conduit Ave

Two cars crashed at S Conduit Ave and Rockaway Blvd. One passenger hurt. Both drivers distracted. Metal twisted. Sirens wailed. System failed.

A sedan and an SUV collided at S Conduit Ave and Rockaway Blvd in Queens. One 67-year-old female passenger suffered injuries to her entire body. According to the police report, both drivers were distracted at the time of the crash. The SUV was making a right turn; the sedan was going straight. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor for both vehicles. No other factors were cited. The crash left one person injured and exposed the danger of distraction behind the wheel.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4823147 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04
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Sedan Slams at Belt Parkway Exit, Two Hurt

Sedan struck merging on Belt Parkway Exit 21B. Two women inside bruised, one in abdomen, one in chest. Police cite failure to yield and unsafe speed. Metal twisted. Night air thick with shock.

A sedan crashed while merging eastbound at Belt Parkway Exit 21B. Two women, aged 23 and 22, were injured—one suffered abdominal bruises, the other chest contusions. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Unsafe Speed.' The sedan’s left side doors were damaged. The report lists no errors by the injured. The impact left both occupants conscious but hurt. The data shows the driver was licensed and traveling east. No mention of helmet or signal use as a factor.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4821524 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-04