Queens, NY (May 18, 2025) – First responders, including paramedics, assessed and treated individuals hurt in the crash that occurred on Friday in the Sunnyside neighborhood of Queens. The collision took place at the intersection of Van Dam Street and Queens Boulevard, a heavily trafficked zone linking residential and commercial areas in western Queens.
Emergency crews arrived quickly on the scene to assist victims of the crash. Several people sustained a variety of injuries and were treated at the site, while others may have been transported for further medical evaluation. The exact number of vehicles involved has not yet been released, though traffic was significantly impacted during the emergency response.
This busy intersection has long been recognized as a high-risk zone for collisions due to its complex layout and volume of cross-traffic. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash. They are reviewing potential contributing factors such as signal violations, speeding, or distracted driving.
Our thoughts are with those injured in this incident, and we hope for their full and timely recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Queens’ Sunnyside Neighborhood
Van Dam St and Queens Blvd intersect in one of Queens’ most active transit corridors, serving not only vehicles but also buses, pedestrians, and cyclists. The area is notorious for traffic congestion and frequent near-miss encounters, particularly during morning and evening rush hours.
Crashes at intersections like this are often the result of driver misjudgment, aggressive turns, or failure to yield. Even when injuries are not considered life-threatening, they can include neck injuries, head trauma, or joint damage, all of which can lead to long recovery periods.
New York City has prioritized Vision Zero initiatives to improve traffic safety across Queens Boulevard, yet intersections such as Van Dam Street continue to pose challenges. Residents and safety advocates frequently call for stronger enforcement of traffic laws and pedestrian protections in zones with frequent collisions.
If you or someone you know has been injured in a crash, reach out to Local Accident Reports for assistance.