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NYC dump truck driver strikes and kills woman in Queens
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Ryan Kost
Published Mar 11, 2026
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The driver of a New York City dump truck hit and killed a woman in Queens on Tuesday morning, according to police.
The Department of Transportation 2017 Mack dump truck was traveling east on Metropolitan Avenue, police said. The driver was attempting to turn right on to Lefferts Boulevard when they struck 31-year-old Nilufar Komilova of Queens, according to the NYPD.
Komilova suffered injuries to her head and torso and was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency services workers, police said.
“We are deeply saddened by this tragic crash, and our hearts are with the victim’s loved ones during this incredibly difficult time,” transportation department spokesperson Mona Bruno said in a statement. “We are committed to fully understanding what happened and if additional steps can be taken to prevent future crashes.”
The NYPD said it is continuing to investigate the incident. Police said the driver stayed at the scene.
Over the past decade, the city has added safety upgrades to its vehicle fleet to prevent drivers from speeding, address blind spots and reduce damage from side-impact collisions, officials said.
This story is based on preliminary information from city officials and may be updated.
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Ryan Kost
Ryan Kost is a reporter on the day-of news desk, where he covers breaking news and writes enterprise stories about jails, courts, prosecutors and government accountability. His work focuses on the public institutions that shape life in New York. Before joining the newsroom, he lead a multi-part investigation with Columbia Journalism Investigations and New York Focus into how New York prosecutors handle wrongful conviction claims. He's also been a staff writer at The San Francisco Chronicle, The Associated Press and The Oregonian. Got a tip? Signal: ryankost.20
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