4 NYPD Officers Injured in Queens Cruiser Collision While Responding to Call

Queens Police Cruiser Collision

• 💥 Two NYPD cruisers collided near the Rockaway Freeway and Beach 35th Street in Edgemere while responding to an emergency call.
• 🚑 Four NYPD officers were injured in the crash and are being treated at Jamaica Hospital.
• 🚨 The officers were responding to a call about gunshots fired, though no one was injured in that initial incident.

Scene and Aftermath

• 🚗 Citizen video shows the extensive damage to both police vehicles, described as a "mangled mess."
• 💨 Thick gray and black smoke billowed into the air following the collision.
• 🚦 One witness stated the collision occurred at the intersection of three main roads, suggesting the road layout could be dangerous and contribute to traffic commotion.

Officer Condition

• ✅ All four officers are reported to be in stable condition under the care of doctors at Jamaica Hospital.
• 📰 Eyewitness News reporter Phil Taitt provided updates from Jamaica Hospital.