Queens Car Accident Lawyers: Alleged Drunk Driver Mows Down Teen and Senior in Wild Corona Crash

An allegedly drunk and unlicensed driver has been arrested in Queens after a violent crash left two pedestrians — a 13-year-old girl and a 72-year-old man — seriously injured. The incident underscores the devastating consequences of drunk driving and highlights the dangers that negligent motorists pose to innocent pedestrians.

Details of the Crash

According to NYPD reports, the collision occurred on September 14, 2025, around 8:05 p.m. at Martense Avenue and 102nd Street in Corona. A 40-year-old man behind the wheel of a 2013 white Honda sedan struck both the teenager and the senior as they crossed the street.

After hitting the pedestrians, the driver allegedly lost control of the vehicle and plowed into a nearby building. Police officers from the 110th Precinct and EMS units quickly responded to the chaotic scene. The 72-year-old man was transported to NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Hospital, while the 13-year-old girl was rushed to Northwell Long Island Jewish Medical Center. Fortunately, both victims were listed in stable condition.

Criminal Charges

Law enforcement confirmed that the driver was both unlicensed and under the influence at the time of the crash. He now faces serious criminal charges. In New York, driving under the influence can result in a wide range of penalties, including jail time, steep fines, and long-term license suspension. When drunk driving causes injuries to pedestrians, defendants also face enhanced charges such as vehicular assault.

The Civil Side: Holding Drunk Drivers Accountable

While criminal charges punish offenders, they do not provide financial relief to the injured. Victims of drunk driving accidents in Queens have the right to pursue civil personal injury claims against the negligent driver. Compensation may include:

Medical expenses (emergency care, hospitalization, rehabilitation)
Lost wages and diminished earning capacity
Pain and suffering
Emotional trauma
Long-term care costs if the injuries cause lasting disability

Importantly, in addition to suing the driver, injured parties may also investigate third-party liability — such as whether a bar, restaurant, or other establishment overserved alcohol to the driver, creating a possible dram shop liability claim.

How a Queens Car Accident Lawyer Can Help

Cases involving unlicensed and intoxicated drivers are complex. Insurance companies often attempt to minimize payouts, especially if the driver was uninsured or underinsured. A skilled Queens car accident attorney can:

Investigate the crash and secure critical evidence
Identify all sources of recovery, including dram shop liability
Work with medical experts to prove the extent of injuries
Negotiate aggressively with insurance carriers
Take the case to trial if a fair settlement is not offered

Protecting Victims in Queens

Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable road users in New York City, and the Corona crash is yet another reminder of the life-altering harm caused by reckless and drunk driving. Our Queens car accident lawyers have decades of experience holding negligent drivers — and those who enable them — accountable.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a Queens drunk driving crash, contact Gair, Gair, Conason, Rubinowitz, Bloom, Hershenhorn, Steigman & Mackauf at 212-943-1090 for a free consultation.