Two teenage passengers were thrown from a vehicle that rolled over on the Cross Island Parkway in Queens on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at approximately 10:40 a.m. UTC. Both teens were ejected from the car, and one suffered critical head injuries, according to Queens police.
The incident involved a single vehicle that lost control and tipped onto its side, sending the occupants out of the vehicle. Emergency crews found the teens at the scene after the rollover, and immediate medical attention was provided. The teen with head trauma was classified as critically injured, while the condition of the second passenger was not detailed.
Queens police officers responded promptly to the crash site, securing the area and coordinating with emergency medical personnel. Their presence helped to manage traffic on the busy parkway and ensure that rescue teams could operate safely.
The Cross Island Parkway is a major thoroughfare that runs through the borough of Queens, linking several neighborhoods and serving as a key route for commuters. The highway’s high traffic volume and speed limits make any incident on its lanes a significant safety concern for local authorities.
As of the time of reporting, the critically injured teenager remained under intensive medical care. Police continued to investigate the cause of the rollover, though no further details were released. The other teen's condition was not specified, and no additional injuries were reported.