Crash Count for Precinct 116
Crashes: Collisions involving cars, bikes, and pedestrians. 3,897
All Injuries: Any injury from a reported crash. 2,650
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 30, 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

2
Sedan Collision on Belt Parkway Injures Two

Two occupants suffered neck injuries in a Belt Parkway crash. The driver, traveling east, caused impact with unsafe speed and lane changes. Both victims wore lap belts and remained conscious despite whiplash complaints.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on Belt Parkway in Queens at 7:45 PM. The driver of the 2003 Infiniti sedan, traveling east, was cited for unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing. This driver was unlicensed in New York. The collision involved the left front bumper of the Infiniti and the right rear quarter panel of a 2023 Honda sedan. Two occupants were injured: the Infiniti driver, a 41-year-old man, and a 72-year-old female passenger in the Honda. Both sustained neck injuries described as whiplash and were conscious at the scene. Both wore lap belts and were not ejected. The report highlights the driver errors of unsafe speed and unsafe lane changing as contributing factors, emphasizing the role of driver behavior in the crash. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4704470 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Side-Swipes Sedan on 257 Street

A BMW SUV struck the right side doors of an Audi sedan on 257 Street in Queens. The collision injured a 65-year-old rear passenger, causing knee and lower leg contusions. The crash resulted from the SUV driver's disregard of traffic control.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 21:29 on 257 Street in Queens. A 2004 BMW SUV traveling east struck the right side doors of a 2008 Audi sedan traveling north. The impact was centered on the sedan's right side doors and the SUV's right side doors. The 65-year-old female rear passenger in the sedan was injured, suffering contusions and bruises to her knee and lower leg. She was conscious and restrained with a lap belt and harness. The report cites "Traffic Control Disregarded" as the contributing factor, indicating the SUV driver failed to obey traffic signals or signs. Both drivers were licensed females. No other contributing factors were noted. The collision highlights the dangers posed by driver errors involving traffic control violations.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4704255 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV Strikes Parked Sedan in Queens Collision

A southbound SUV collided with a parked sedan on 226 Street in Queens. The sedan suffered right-side damage. The SUV driver, a 27-year-old man, was injured with full-body trauma and experienced shock. The crash involved loss of consciousness, per police.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 13:59 on 226 Street in Queens. A southbound SUV, driven by a 27-year-old man, struck a parked sedan on its right side doors, causing damage to the sedan's right side and the SUV's left front bumper. The SUV driver was injured with bodily trauma affecting his entire body and was in shock. He was restrained by a lap belt and harness and was not ejected. The report cites "Lost Consciousness" as a contributing factor, indicating a critical driver impairment. The parked vehicles had no occupants at the time. No other driver errors or victim behaviors were specified in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4702857 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
2
SUV Rear-Ends Vehicle Injuring Two Passengers

A 2021 SUV making a left turn struck another vehicle on its right rear bumper in Queens. Two female rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash. Both were conscious and not ejected. Driver errors remain unspecified in the police report.

According to the police report, a 2021 Toyota SUV traveling north on North Conduit Avenue in Queens was making a left turn when it impacted the right rear bumper of another vehicle. The crash occurred at 11:05 p.m. Two female occupants seated in the rear of the SUV, ages 31 and 32, were injured with back injuries and complaints of whiplash. Both passengers were conscious and not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists no specific contributing factors or driver errors such as failure to yield or speeding. The driver was licensed and operating the vehicle legally. No victim behaviors or helmet use were noted as contributing factors. The collision caused damage to the SUV’s right rear bumper, indicating the point of impact. The report highlights the dangers of turning maneuvers but does not specify driver fault.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4700765 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian at Intersection

A 22-year-old man was injured when a sedan hit him at an intersection. The impact struck the pedestrian’s lower leg and foot, causing bruising. Alcohol involvement and unsafe speed by the driver contributed to the crash’s severity.

According to the police report, a 22-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 220 Street and Merrick Boulevard at 6:55 AM. The pedestrian was struck by a 2018 Honda sedan traveling straight ahead. The point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The pedestrian suffered contusions and injuries to the knee, lower leg, and foot. The report cites alcohol involvement and unsafe speed as contributing factors, indicating driver errors that led to the collision. The vehicle showed no damage, and the driver was licensed and female. The pedestrian was conscious and located in the roadway at the time of impact. No victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors. This crash highlights the dangers posed by impaired and speeding drivers at intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4700408 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Bicyclist Injured After Traffic Control Disregarded

An 80-year-old bicyclist was partially ejected and suffered a head contusion in Queens. The crash happened on Springfield Boulevard when traffic control was disregarded. The rider was helmeted but still sustained serious injury from the impact.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on Springfield Boulevard in Queens at 13:32. An 80-year-old male bicyclist, traveling south, was partially ejected and sustained a head contusion classified as injury severity 3. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating a driver error related to ignoring traffic signals or signs. The bicyclist was wearing a helmet, but this did not prevent the serious head injury. The vehicle involved was traveling east, going straight ahead, and the point of impact was the center front end of the vehicle. The report does not specify other contributing factors beyond the traffic control disregard and an unspecified factor. The bicyclist was conscious after the crash but injured, highlighting the dangers posed by driver failures to obey traffic controls.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4699470 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Teen Pedestrian Struck in Queens Crosswalk

A 17-year-old girl was hit crossing 122 Avenue at Lucas Street. She suffered bruises to her knee, leg, and foot. No driver errors listed. The intersection lacked a crossing signal.

According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was struck while crossing 122 Avenue near Lucas Street in Queens at 6:00 PM. She was in a marked crosswalk without a crossing signal. The impact left her with contusions and bruises to her knee, lower leg, and foot. She remained conscious after the crash. The report does not specify the vehicle type, driver details, or any contributing factors such as driver errors. No violations like Failure to Yield were cited. The absence of a crossing signal at the intersection stands out in the data.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4698920 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
2
Two Sedans Collide on 140 Avenue Queens

Two sedans collided on 140 Avenue in Queens, injuring passengers in one vehicle. The crash involved a left-turning sedan and a westbound sedan. Unsafe speed was cited as a contributing factor. Two rear passengers suffered back injuries and whiplash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:10 on 140 Avenue in Queens involving two sedans. One vehicle was traveling westbound going straight ahead, and the other was making a left turn northbound. The point of impact was the left front bumper of the westbound sedan and the right side doors of the left-turning sedan. The report cites "Unsafe Speed" as a contributing factor to the collision. Two male rear passengers in the westbound sedan were injured, both suffering back injuries and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and wearing lap belts and harnesses. The report does not list any contributing factors related to the victims. Driver error, specifically unsafe speed, played a central role in causing the crash and resulting injuries.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4697356 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
2
Two SUVs Crash on Brookville Boulevard

Two SUVs collided in Queens. The impact left a man and a young girl bruised. Both were passengers. Both stayed conscious. Metal struck metal. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.

According to the police report, two SUVs crashed at 19:05 on Brookville Boulevard in Queens. A westbound SUV making a right turn struck a northbound SUV going straight. The collision injured two passengers: a 40-year-old man in the front seat suffered back bruises, and a 7-year-old girl in the rear seat suffered shoulder bruises. Both were conscious and properly restrained. The report lists no specific driver errors or violations. No helmet or signal issues are noted. The crash underscores the risk faced by passengers when vehicles collide during turning and crossing maneuvers on city streets.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4697536 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Sedan Collides on Queens 222 Street Intersection

Two sedans collided on Queens’ 222 Street at 8:33 a.m. One driver suffered back injuries and shock. Police cite traffic control disregard as the cause. Impact struck left side doors and front end. Both drivers licensed, traveling straight ahead.

According to the police report, at 8:33 a.m. on Queens’ 222 Street near 145 Road, two sedans collided. The first vehicle, a 2010 Nissan traveling east, was struck on its left side doors, sustaining roof damage. The second vehicle, a 2023 Toyota traveling south, impacted with its center front end. The sole occupant of the Nissan, a 21-year-old male driver, was injured with back pain and shock, restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report identifies 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor, indicating a driver error in obeying traffic signals or signs. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead before the collision. No pedestrian or cyclist involvement was reported. The crash highlights the dangers of disregarding traffic controls at intersections.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694457 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
SUV and Sedan Collide on Queens 149 Avenue

A Nissan SUV and a Honda sedan collided at 12:40 PM on 149 Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered neck injuries and whiplash, with police citing driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Both vehicles sustained front and side damage.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 12:40 PM on 149 Avenue in Queens involving a 2023 Nissan SUV and a 2022 Honda sedan. The SUV was traveling east and the sedan north, both going straight ahead when the collision happened. The point of impact was the SUV's left front bumper and the sedan's right side doors. The SUV driver, a 29-year-old female, was injured with neck pain and whiplash, classified as injury severity level 3. She was not ejected and was wearing a lap belt and harness. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors for the SUV driver. The sedan driver was also female and licensed. Vehicle damage included the SUV's center front end and the sedan's right rear quarter panel. No pedestrian or cyclist was involved.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694432 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Unlicensed Truck Slams Sedan on Brewer Boulevard

A Dodge truck, driver unlicensed, tore into a Chevy sedan on Brewer Boulevard. Metal twisted. A 71-year-old man died alone in the dark. Police cite traffic control ignored. The street swallowed another life.

A deadly crash unfolded on Brewer Boulevard near South Conduit Avenue in Queens. According to the police report, a 71-year-old man driving a 2002 Chevy sedan was struck head-on by a Dodge truck. The Dodge driver was unlicensed. The impact crushed the Chevy and killed its driver at the scene. Police list 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Unsafe Speed' as a factor for the deceased driver. The Dodge truck's unlicensed status and disregard for traffic control are central to the crash. The man in the Chevy wore no seatbelt, but this is mentioned only after the driver errors. No other injuries were reported.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4690317 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
17-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit by Left-Turning Sedan

A 17-year-old girl was struck on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The sedan hit her with its front center while making a left turn. She suffered a head contusion but remained conscious. Glare impaired visibility at the time.

According to the police report, a 17-year-old female pedestrian was injured on South Conduit Avenue in Queens when a 2015 Kia sedan, driven by a licensed female driver, made a left turn and struck her with the vehicle's center front end. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was conscious after the crash. The report lists glare as a contributing factor, indicating impaired visibility. The driver’s action of making a left turn led to the collision. No other driver errors or victim actions are noted. The pedestrian was not at an intersection, and no safety equipment or signals are mentioned.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4684928 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
2
Queens Sedans Collide on South Conduit Avenue

Two sedans crashed on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. Both drivers were injured, including a 40-year-old woman and a 77-year-old female passenger. The collision involved improper lane usage and turning. Injuries ranged from head trauma to full body shock.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The crash involved a 40-year-old female driver and a 77-year-old female front-seat passenger, both injured with serious trauma. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Turning Improperly' as contributing factors. The 40-year-old driver suffered injuries to her entire body, while the 77-year-old passenger sustained head injuries. Both occupants experienced shock but were not ejected from the vehicles. The collision caused damage to the center front ends and left side doors of the vehicles. No other factors such as helmet use or signaling were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4693216 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Box Truck Hits SUV on North Conduit

Box truck slammed into SUV’s right front in Queens. Passenger inside SUV suffered whiplash and full-body trauma. Both vehicles moved straight. Driver errors: improper lane use.

According to the police report, a box truck and an SUV collided on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. The box truck struck the right front quarter panel of the SUV. The SUV’s front passenger, a 43-year-old woman, was injured with whiplash and injuries to her entire body. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. The report lists driver errors as "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" for both vehicles. The SUV’s right side doors were damaged. Both drivers were licensed and traveling straight ahead at the time of the crash.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4682878 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Speed and Signal Ignored in Queens Crash

A sedan and SUV slammed together on 143 Avenue. The woman driving the sedan was hurt, her arm bruised. Police blame unsafe speed and running a signal. Metal twisted. No pedestrians involved.

According to the police report, a collision took place on 143 Avenue in Queens between a sedan and an SUV. The 32-year-old female sedan driver suffered contusions and injuries to her elbow, lower arm, and hand. She was conscious and restrained by a lap belt and harness. Police listed unsafe speed and traffic control disregarded as contributing factors. Both vehicles showed front-end damage. No pedestrians or passengers were involved. The crash underscores driver errors: speeding and ignoring traffic controls.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4682296 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Two Sedans Collide on Queens 145 Road

Two sedans crashed head-on on 145 Road in Queens just after midnight. A 27-year-old female driver suffered knee and lower leg injuries. Police cited unsafe speed as a contributing factor. The driver was not ejected and was in shock at the scene.

According to the police report, two sedans collided head-on on 145 Road in Queens at 12:27 a.m. The crash involved a 27-year-old female driver who was injured in the knee, lower leg, and foot. She was not ejected from her vehicle but experienced shock. The report lists unsafe speed as a contributing factor to the collision. Both vehicles sustained front-end damage. The injured driver was traveling north and was licensed in Pennsylvania. The other sedan was traveling east with three occupants. No other contributing factors or victim errors were noted in the report.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683392 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
Pedestrian Hit Crossing With Signal Queens

A 47-year-old man was struck while crossing 225 Street with the signal. The driver failed to yield right-of-way, hitting the pedestrian head-on. The man suffered a head contusion but remained conscious at the scene.

According to the police report, a 47-year-old male pedestrian was injured at the intersection of 225 Street and South Conduit Avenue in Queens. The pedestrian was crossing with the signal when a Toyota car traveling east struck him with the center front end. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian suffered a head contusion and was conscious after the crash. The driver was going straight ahead and did not yield to the pedestrian. No other contributing factors or safety equipment were noted.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4682629 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
2
SUV and Sedan Collide on Merrick Boulevard

Two men suffered back injuries in a crash on Merrick Boulevard. The SUV struck the sedan’s left front as it made a right turn. Both occupants reported whiplash. Police cited traffic control disregard and driver distraction as factors.

According to the police report, a 2019 Ford SUV traveling west on Merrick Boulevard collided with a 2019 Mercedes sedan making a right turn southbound. The SUV’s right front bumper hit the sedan’s left front bumper. The SUV driver, 29, and the sedan’s front passenger, 34, both sustained back injuries and whiplash. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. Both drivers were licensed. The SUV driver wore a lap belt and harness; no ejections occurred. The crash highlights failures in obeying traffic controls and driver focus, leading to serious injuries for vehicle occupants.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4679678 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06
2
Queens Sedans Collide on 134 Avenue

Two sedans crashed on 134 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger suffered a fractured elbow and dislocation. The driver complained of pain and nausea. Both were semiconscious. The crash involved improper lane usage and aggressive driving by one driver.

According to the police report, two sedans collided on 134 Avenue in Queens. The front passenger, a 20-year-old female, was injured with a fractured elbow and dislocation, and was semiconscious. The 21-year-old male driver was also semiconscious and complained of pain and nausea. The report lists 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and traveling north, while the other vehicle was making a left turn. The impact occurred at the center front end and left front quarter panel of the vehicles. The passenger was not wearing safety equipment; the driver used a lap belt and harness. No victim fault is indicated.


  • Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4679352 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-06