Who’s Injuring and Killing Pedestrians in AD 47?
Five Dead, Thousands Hurt—Who Will Stop the Killing on Brooklyn’s Streets?
AD 47: Jan 1, 2022 - Jul 16, 2025
The Bodies Keep Coming
In Assembly District 47, the numbers do not lie. Five people have died on these streets since 2022. Over 1,160 have been injured. Twelve suffered wounds so grave they may never heal. The dead are old and young. The wounded are neighbors, children, elders. The disaster is slow, but it does not stop.
Just weeks ago, a sedan struck an elderly pedestrian on 86th Street. Days before, an e-bike rider was thrown from his seat on Bath Avenue. The week before that, an SUV turned into a sedan on Bath Avenue, sending a passenger to the hospital. The list grows, day by day. No one is safe.
The Faces Behind the Numbers
In January, Mayya Gil, 95, was crossing Cropsey Avenue with her home health aide. A cargo van turned left and hit them both. Gil died. Her aide survived. There were no charges. Her daughter remembered, “She was a very active lady.” Her granddaughter said, “Nothing gave her more joy than just being around her family.”
On July 1, a transport van crashed into a tree in Bath Beach. Fourteen people were hurt, most with special needs. A bystander said, “It’s sad because they definitely need a lot of attention more than anyone else. I hope that they’re all OK at the end of the day.”
These are not numbers. These are lives.
Who Acts, Who Waits
Assembly Member William Colton has voted to extend and expand school speed cameras, boosting protections for children and pedestrians. He has co-sponsored bills to require safer street designs for all users. But he also voted to weaken bus lane rules, a move that puts people on foot and bike at risk. Progress is not a straight line.
The carnage continues. Every day without stronger action is another day someone does not come home.
What Now
Call Assembly Member Colton. Call your council member. Demand a citywide 20 mph speed limit. Demand streets built for people, not just cars.
Do not wait for another name to be added to the list.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ What is the New York State Assembly and how does it work?
▸ Where does AD 47 sit politically?
▸ Which areas are in AD 47?
▸ What types of vehicles caused injuries and deaths to pedestrians in AD 47?
▸ Are these crashes preventable or just 'accidents'?
▸ What can local politicians do to make streets safer?
▸ What is CrashCount?
Citations
▸ Citations
- Transport Van Hits Tree, Fourteen Hurt, ABC7, Published 2025-07-01
- Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-01-26
- Transport Van Hits Tree, Fourteen Hurt, ABC7, Published 2025-07-01
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4520978 - Crashes, Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-07-16
- Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock, New York Post, Published 2025-04-30
- File A 1077, Open States, Published 2025-01-08
- File A 1280, Open States, Published 2023-01-13
Fix the Problem
District 47
155 Kings Highway, Brooklyn, NY 11223
Room 733, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Other Representatives
District 43
6514 20th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11204
718-307-7151
250 Broadway, Suite 1841, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7045
District 17
6605 Fort Hamilton Parkway, Brooklyn, NY 11219
Room 615, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
AD 47 Assembly District 47 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 62, District 43, SD 17.
It contains Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Gravesend (West), Brooklyn CB11.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Assembly District 47
S 8344Colton votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-17
S 8344Colton votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-12
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
GMC SUV Slams Turning Moped on 80th Street▸A GMC SUV struck a moped turning on 80th Street near 20th Avenue. The rider, helmeted, was hurled to the pavement, bleeding and torn, left conscious under the harsh streetlight. Metal, flesh, and asphalt collided in Brooklyn’s night.
According to the police report, a GMC SUV collided with a moped at 80th Street near 20th Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:50. The moped rider, age 52, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations across the body but remained conscious at the scene. The narrative states, 'A GMC SUV struck a turning moped. The rider, 52, was thrown hard to the pavement. He lay conscious, helmeted, bleeding, torn across the body beneath the cold white glare of the streetlight.' Both vehicles were making left turns at the time of the crash. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error as a key cause. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary focus remains on the unsafe actions that led to the collision.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal▸A pickup truck turned right at 72nd Street and 21st Avenue, striking a 64-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She lay unconscious, head split, limbs crushed. The driver, distracted, failed to yield. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement.
According to the police report, a pickup truck made a right turn at the corner of 72nd Street and 21st Avenue in Brooklyn and struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The report states she suffered severe head trauma and crush injuries to her limbs, and was found unconscious on the pavement. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver, licensed in New York, was operating a Pennsylvania-registered pickup and was reportedly looking elsewhere at the moment of impact. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal, as noted in the report. The collision underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and pay attention at crosswalks.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Driver Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal in Brooklyn▸A driver hit a 47-year-old woman as she crossed Quentin Road with the signal. Her back was crushed. She lay conscious on the pavement while the traffic light blinked above, red then green. The street offered no protection. The car did not yield.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman was crossing at the intersection of Quentin Road and West 6th Street in Brooklyn when a vehicle struck her. The report states she was 'crossing with the signal.' The impact crushed her back, leaving her conscious but injured on the pavement as the traffic light cycled overhead. The police report does not list any contributing factors from the driver, but the narrative makes clear the driver failed to yield to a pedestrian who had the right of way. There is no mention of any pedestrian error or unsafe behavior; the victim was following the signal at the time of the crash. The incident underscores the persistent danger faced by people walking in city crosswalks, even when obeying traffic signals.
Jeep U-Turn Strikes Woman’s Face in Brooklyn▸A Jeep swung into a U-turn on Bay 25 Street. A woman stepped from behind a parked car. The bumper smashed her face. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She stayed conscious, her face torn, eyes open.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV made a U-turn on Bay 25 Street near Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. As the vehicle swung around, a 31-year-old woman emerged from behind a parked car. The Jeep’s right front bumper struck her in the face, causing severe lacerations. The report describes blood pooling on the asphalt and notes the woman remained conscious, her face torn and eyes open. The crash occurred at 19:30. The police report lists the Jeep’s pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report’s contributing factors field. The victim’s action—'Emerging from in Front of/Behind Parked Vehicle'—is noted in the data but not listed as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the Jeep’s maneuver and the resulting impact.
SUV Ignores Traffic Control, Strikes Cyclist▸Steel met bone on 86th Street. An SUV barreled north, disregarding traffic control. A 68-year-old man pedaled west. Metal crashed into flesh. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The bike crumpled. He stayed conscious, battered and bleeding.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old man was riding his bike westbound on 86th Street when a northbound SUV collided with him. The report states the SUV driver disregarded traffic control, directly contributing to the crash. The cyclist suffered severe head lacerations and remained conscious at the scene. The narrative details, 'Metal struck flesh. His head hit hard. Blood pooled. The bike folded at the doors. The bumper cracked.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, both attributed to driver error. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the clear failures by the SUV driver. The crash unfolded near Council District 47, underscoring the persistent danger vulnerable road users face from drivers who ignore basic rules.
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at Dawn▸A Subaru turned right at Bay Parkway and 79th. The bumper hit a man’s head as he crossed. Blood pooled on the cold street. He died before sunrise. The street was empty. The city kept moving.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the corner of Bay Parkway and 79th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Subaru SUV turned right at 6:03 a.m. and struck the pedestrian in the head with its bumper. The man was crossing against the signal. He died at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The impact was to the right front bumper of the vehicle. The crash left blood on the pavement before dawn.
E-Bike Slams Pedestrian Off 79th Street▸An e-bike hit a woman standing off 79th Street. The front wheel crushed her head. She stayed conscious. Blood pooled. The rider failed to yield. The crash left her injured and shaken. Brooklyn pavement bore the mark.
A 27-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike near 79th Street and 20th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the e-bike 'slammed into a 27-year-old woman standing off the road.' The front wheel hit her head, causing crush injuries. She remained conscious but bled from the wound. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The e-bike was traveling west and struck her with its center front end. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured, underscoring the danger faced by those outside vehicles.
2Dodge Truck Turns, Kills Woman Crossing Bath Avenue▸A Dodge truck turned left on Bath Avenue. The driver did not yield. A 66-year-old woman crossed with the signal. The truck struck her. Her head hit the pavement. She died there. The truck showed no damage. The street stayed quiet.
A 66-year-old woman was killed while crossing Bath Avenue near 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Dodge truck turned left as the woman crossed with the signal. The driver did not see her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered fatal head injuries. The truck sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The crash ended a life on a clear day, leaving the intersection marked by loss.
SUV Slams Cyclist on Avenue P▸A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
S 8344Colton votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
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File S 8344,
Open States,
Published 2025-06-12
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
GMC SUV Slams Turning Moped on 80th Street▸A GMC SUV struck a moped turning on 80th Street near 20th Avenue. The rider, helmeted, was hurled to the pavement, bleeding and torn, left conscious under the harsh streetlight. Metal, flesh, and asphalt collided in Brooklyn’s night.
According to the police report, a GMC SUV collided with a moped at 80th Street near 20th Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:50. The moped rider, age 52, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations across the body but remained conscious at the scene. The narrative states, 'A GMC SUV struck a turning moped. The rider, 52, was thrown hard to the pavement. He lay conscious, helmeted, bleeding, torn across the body beneath the cold white glare of the streetlight.' Both vehicles were making left turns at the time of the crash. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error as a key cause. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary focus remains on the unsafe actions that led to the collision.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal▸A pickup truck turned right at 72nd Street and 21st Avenue, striking a 64-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She lay unconscious, head split, limbs crushed. The driver, distracted, failed to yield. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement.
According to the police report, a pickup truck made a right turn at the corner of 72nd Street and 21st Avenue in Brooklyn and struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The report states she suffered severe head trauma and crush injuries to her limbs, and was found unconscious on the pavement. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver, licensed in New York, was operating a Pennsylvania-registered pickup and was reportedly looking elsewhere at the moment of impact. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal, as noted in the report. The collision underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and pay attention at crosswalks.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Driver Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal in Brooklyn▸A driver hit a 47-year-old woman as she crossed Quentin Road with the signal. Her back was crushed. She lay conscious on the pavement while the traffic light blinked above, red then green. The street offered no protection. The car did not yield.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman was crossing at the intersection of Quentin Road and West 6th Street in Brooklyn when a vehicle struck her. The report states she was 'crossing with the signal.' The impact crushed her back, leaving her conscious but injured on the pavement as the traffic light cycled overhead. The police report does not list any contributing factors from the driver, but the narrative makes clear the driver failed to yield to a pedestrian who had the right of way. There is no mention of any pedestrian error or unsafe behavior; the victim was following the signal at the time of the crash. The incident underscores the persistent danger faced by people walking in city crosswalks, even when obeying traffic signals.
Jeep U-Turn Strikes Woman’s Face in Brooklyn▸A Jeep swung into a U-turn on Bay 25 Street. A woman stepped from behind a parked car. The bumper smashed her face. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She stayed conscious, her face torn, eyes open.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV made a U-turn on Bay 25 Street near Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. As the vehicle swung around, a 31-year-old woman emerged from behind a parked car. The Jeep’s right front bumper struck her in the face, causing severe lacerations. The report describes blood pooling on the asphalt and notes the woman remained conscious, her face torn and eyes open. The crash occurred at 19:30. The police report lists the Jeep’s pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report’s contributing factors field. The victim’s action—'Emerging from in Front of/Behind Parked Vehicle'—is noted in the data but not listed as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the Jeep’s maneuver and the resulting impact.
SUV Ignores Traffic Control, Strikes Cyclist▸Steel met bone on 86th Street. An SUV barreled north, disregarding traffic control. A 68-year-old man pedaled west. Metal crashed into flesh. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The bike crumpled. He stayed conscious, battered and bleeding.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old man was riding his bike westbound on 86th Street when a northbound SUV collided with him. The report states the SUV driver disregarded traffic control, directly contributing to the crash. The cyclist suffered severe head lacerations and remained conscious at the scene. The narrative details, 'Metal struck flesh. His head hit hard. Blood pooled. The bike folded at the doors. The bumper cracked.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, both attributed to driver error. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the clear failures by the SUV driver. The crash unfolded near Council District 47, underscoring the persistent danger vulnerable road users face from drivers who ignore basic rules.
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at Dawn▸A Subaru turned right at Bay Parkway and 79th. The bumper hit a man’s head as he crossed. Blood pooled on the cold street. He died before sunrise. The street was empty. The city kept moving.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the corner of Bay Parkway and 79th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Subaru SUV turned right at 6:03 a.m. and struck the pedestrian in the head with its bumper. The man was crossing against the signal. He died at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The impact was to the right front bumper of the vehicle. The crash left blood on the pavement before dawn.
E-Bike Slams Pedestrian Off 79th Street▸An e-bike hit a woman standing off 79th Street. The front wheel crushed her head. She stayed conscious. Blood pooled. The rider failed to yield. The crash left her injured and shaken. Brooklyn pavement bore the mark.
A 27-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike near 79th Street and 20th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the e-bike 'slammed into a 27-year-old woman standing off the road.' The front wheel hit her head, causing crush injuries. She remained conscious but bled from the wound. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The e-bike was traveling west and struck her with its center front end. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured, underscoring the danger faced by those outside vehicles.
2Dodge Truck Turns, Kills Woman Crossing Bath Avenue▸A Dodge truck turned left on Bath Avenue. The driver did not yield. A 66-year-old woman crossed with the signal. The truck struck her. Her head hit the pavement. She died there. The truck showed no damage. The street stayed quiet.
A 66-year-old woman was killed while crossing Bath Avenue near 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Dodge truck turned left as the woman crossed with the signal. The driver did not see her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered fatal head injuries. The truck sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The crash ended a life on a clear day, leaving the intersection marked by loss.
SUV Slams Cyclist on Avenue P▸A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
Senate passes S 8344. School speed zone rules in New York City get extended. Lawmakers make technical fixes. The bill keeps pressure on drivers near schools. Streets stay a little safer for kids.
Bill S 8344, titled 'Extends provisions and makes technical corrections to school speed zones in NYC; repealer,' moved through the Senate and Assembly in June 2025. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes, the bill passed Senate votes on June 12 and June 13, and cleared the Assembly on June 17. The measure extends and corrects school speed zone laws in New York City, repealing outdated provisions. Gounardes led the push, with strong support from most Senate Democrats and a split Assembly. The bill's technical fixes aim to keep protections in place for children and other vulnerable road users near schools. No safety analyst note was provided.
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-12
Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock▸A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
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Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock,
New York Post,
Published 2025-04-30
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
GMC SUV Slams Turning Moped on 80th Street▸A GMC SUV struck a moped turning on 80th Street near 20th Avenue. The rider, helmeted, was hurled to the pavement, bleeding and torn, left conscious under the harsh streetlight. Metal, flesh, and asphalt collided in Brooklyn’s night.
According to the police report, a GMC SUV collided with a moped at 80th Street near 20th Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:50. The moped rider, age 52, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations across the body but remained conscious at the scene. The narrative states, 'A GMC SUV struck a turning moped. The rider, 52, was thrown hard to the pavement. He lay conscious, helmeted, bleeding, torn across the body beneath the cold white glare of the streetlight.' Both vehicles were making left turns at the time of the crash. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error as a key cause. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary focus remains on the unsafe actions that led to the collision.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal▸A pickup truck turned right at 72nd Street and 21st Avenue, striking a 64-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She lay unconscious, head split, limbs crushed. The driver, distracted, failed to yield. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement.
According to the police report, a pickup truck made a right turn at the corner of 72nd Street and 21st Avenue in Brooklyn and struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The report states she suffered severe head trauma and crush injuries to her limbs, and was found unconscious on the pavement. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver, licensed in New York, was operating a Pennsylvania-registered pickup and was reportedly looking elsewhere at the moment of impact. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal, as noted in the report. The collision underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and pay attention at crosswalks.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Driver Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal in Brooklyn▸A driver hit a 47-year-old woman as she crossed Quentin Road with the signal. Her back was crushed. She lay conscious on the pavement while the traffic light blinked above, red then green. The street offered no protection. The car did not yield.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman was crossing at the intersection of Quentin Road and West 6th Street in Brooklyn when a vehicle struck her. The report states she was 'crossing with the signal.' The impact crushed her back, leaving her conscious but injured on the pavement as the traffic light cycled overhead. The police report does not list any contributing factors from the driver, but the narrative makes clear the driver failed to yield to a pedestrian who had the right of way. There is no mention of any pedestrian error or unsafe behavior; the victim was following the signal at the time of the crash. The incident underscores the persistent danger faced by people walking in city crosswalks, even when obeying traffic signals.
Jeep U-Turn Strikes Woman’s Face in Brooklyn▸A Jeep swung into a U-turn on Bay 25 Street. A woman stepped from behind a parked car. The bumper smashed her face. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She stayed conscious, her face torn, eyes open.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV made a U-turn on Bay 25 Street near Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. As the vehicle swung around, a 31-year-old woman emerged from behind a parked car. The Jeep’s right front bumper struck her in the face, causing severe lacerations. The report describes blood pooling on the asphalt and notes the woman remained conscious, her face torn and eyes open. The crash occurred at 19:30. The police report lists the Jeep’s pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report’s contributing factors field. The victim’s action—'Emerging from in Front of/Behind Parked Vehicle'—is noted in the data but not listed as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the Jeep’s maneuver and the resulting impact.
SUV Ignores Traffic Control, Strikes Cyclist▸Steel met bone on 86th Street. An SUV barreled north, disregarding traffic control. A 68-year-old man pedaled west. Metal crashed into flesh. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The bike crumpled. He stayed conscious, battered and bleeding.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old man was riding his bike westbound on 86th Street when a northbound SUV collided with him. The report states the SUV driver disregarded traffic control, directly contributing to the crash. The cyclist suffered severe head lacerations and remained conscious at the scene. The narrative details, 'Metal struck flesh. His head hit hard. Blood pooled. The bike folded at the doors. The bumper cracked.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, both attributed to driver error. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the clear failures by the SUV driver. The crash unfolded near Council District 47, underscoring the persistent danger vulnerable road users face from drivers who ignore basic rules.
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at Dawn▸A Subaru turned right at Bay Parkway and 79th. The bumper hit a man’s head as he crossed. Blood pooled on the cold street. He died before sunrise. The street was empty. The city kept moving.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the corner of Bay Parkway and 79th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Subaru SUV turned right at 6:03 a.m. and struck the pedestrian in the head with its bumper. The man was crossing against the signal. He died at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The impact was to the right front bumper of the vehicle. The crash left blood on the pavement before dawn.
E-Bike Slams Pedestrian Off 79th Street▸An e-bike hit a woman standing off 79th Street. The front wheel crushed her head. She stayed conscious. Blood pooled. The rider failed to yield. The crash left her injured and shaken. Brooklyn pavement bore the mark.
A 27-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike near 79th Street and 20th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the e-bike 'slammed into a 27-year-old woman standing off the road.' The front wheel hit her head, causing crush injuries. She remained conscious but bled from the wound. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The e-bike was traveling west and struck her with its center front end. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured, underscoring the danger faced by those outside vehicles.
2Dodge Truck Turns, Kills Woman Crossing Bath Avenue▸A Dodge truck turned left on Bath Avenue. The driver did not yield. A 66-year-old woman crossed with the signal. The truck struck her. Her head hit the pavement. She died there. The truck showed no damage. The street stayed quiet.
A 66-year-old woman was killed while crossing Bath Avenue near 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Dodge truck turned left as the woman crossed with the signal. The driver did not see her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered fatal head injuries. The truck sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The crash ended a life on a clear day, leaving the intersection marked by loss.
SUV Slams Cyclist on Avenue P▸A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A stolen Porsche sped through Brooklyn. Police set a trap. The driver tried to break through, nearly hitting an officer. A shot rang out. The car crashed. The driver died. The passenger survived. The street bore the cost.
According to the New York Post (April 30, 2025), police shot and killed the driver of a stolen Porsche after he "nearly struck an NYPD officer" while attempting to evade a roadblock near the Belt Parkway in Brooklyn. Officers first noticed the vehicle due to stolen plates and tried to pull it over on Cropsey Avenue. The driver fled, leading police to set up a blockade. As the car tried to pass, an officer fired one round, striking the driver. The wounded man crashed into a police car and was later pronounced dead at Brookdale Hospital. The passenger was unharmed and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks of high-speed chases and roadblocks in dense urban areas, where bystanders and officers face sudden danger.
- Police Shoot Driver At Brooklyn Roadblock, New York Post, Published 2025-04-30
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
GMC SUV Slams Turning Moped on 80th Street▸A GMC SUV struck a moped turning on 80th Street near 20th Avenue. The rider, helmeted, was hurled to the pavement, bleeding and torn, left conscious under the harsh streetlight. Metal, flesh, and asphalt collided in Brooklyn’s night.
According to the police report, a GMC SUV collided with a moped at 80th Street near 20th Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:50. The moped rider, age 52, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations across the body but remained conscious at the scene. The narrative states, 'A GMC SUV struck a turning moped. The rider, 52, was thrown hard to the pavement. He lay conscious, helmeted, bleeding, torn across the body beneath the cold white glare of the streetlight.' Both vehicles were making left turns at the time of the crash. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error as a key cause. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary focus remains on the unsafe actions that led to the collision.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal▸A pickup truck turned right at 72nd Street and 21st Avenue, striking a 64-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She lay unconscious, head split, limbs crushed. The driver, distracted, failed to yield. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement.
According to the police report, a pickup truck made a right turn at the corner of 72nd Street and 21st Avenue in Brooklyn and struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The report states she suffered severe head trauma and crush injuries to her limbs, and was found unconscious on the pavement. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver, licensed in New York, was operating a Pennsylvania-registered pickup and was reportedly looking elsewhere at the moment of impact. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal, as noted in the report. The collision underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and pay attention at crosswalks.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Driver Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal in Brooklyn▸A driver hit a 47-year-old woman as she crossed Quentin Road with the signal. Her back was crushed. She lay conscious on the pavement while the traffic light blinked above, red then green. The street offered no protection. The car did not yield.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman was crossing at the intersection of Quentin Road and West 6th Street in Brooklyn when a vehicle struck her. The report states she was 'crossing with the signal.' The impact crushed her back, leaving her conscious but injured on the pavement as the traffic light cycled overhead. The police report does not list any contributing factors from the driver, but the narrative makes clear the driver failed to yield to a pedestrian who had the right of way. There is no mention of any pedestrian error or unsafe behavior; the victim was following the signal at the time of the crash. The incident underscores the persistent danger faced by people walking in city crosswalks, even when obeying traffic signals.
Jeep U-Turn Strikes Woman’s Face in Brooklyn▸A Jeep swung into a U-turn on Bay 25 Street. A woman stepped from behind a parked car. The bumper smashed her face. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She stayed conscious, her face torn, eyes open.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV made a U-turn on Bay 25 Street near Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. As the vehicle swung around, a 31-year-old woman emerged from behind a parked car. The Jeep’s right front bumper struck her in the face, causing severe lacerations. The report describes blood pooling on the asphalt and notes the woman remained conscious, her face torn and eyes open. The crash occurred at 19:30. The police report lists the Jeep’s pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report’s contributing factors field. The victim’s action—'Emerging from in Front of/Behind Parked Vehicle'—is noted in the data but not listed as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the Jeep’s maneuver and the resulting impact.
SUV Ignores Traffic Control, Strikes Cyclist▸Steel met bone on 86th Street. An SUV barreled north, disregarding traffic control. A 68-year-old man pedaled west. Metal crashed into flesh. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The bike crumpled. He stayed conscious, battered and bleeding.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old man was riding his bike westbound on 86th Street when a northbound SUV collided with him. The report states the SUV driver disregarded traffic control, directly contributing to the crash. The cyclist suffered severe head lacerations and remained conscious at the scene. The narrative details, 'Metal struck flesh. His head hit hard. Blood pooled. The bike folded at the doors. The bumper cracked.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, both attributed to driver error. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the clear failures by the SUV driver. The crash unfolded near Council District 47, underscoring the persistent danger vulnerable road users face from drivers who ignore basic rules.
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at Dawn▸A Subaru turned right at Bay Parkway and 79th. The bumper hit a man’s head as he crossed. Blood pooled on the cold street. He died before sunrise. The street was empty. The city kept moving.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the corner of Bay Parkway and 79th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Subaru SUV turned right at 6:03 a.m. and struck the pedestrian in the head with its bumper. The man was crossing against the signal. He died at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The impact was to the right front bumper of the vehicle. The crash left blood on the pavement before dawn.
E-Bike Slams Pedestrian Off 79th Street▸An e-bike hit a woman standing off 79th Street. The front wheel crushed her head. She stayed conscious. Blood pooled. The rider failed to yield. The crash left her injured and shaken. Brooklyn pavement bore the mark.
A 27-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike near 79th Street and 20th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the e-bike 'slammed into a 27-year-old woman standing off the road.' The front wheel hit her head, causing crush injuries. She remained conscious but bled from the wound. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The e-bike was traveling west and struck her with its center front end. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured, underscoring the danger faced by those outside vehicles.
2Dodge Truck Turns, Kills Woman Crossing Bath Avenue▸A Dodge truck turned left on Bath Avenue. The driver did not yield. A 66-year-old woman crossed with the signal. The truck struck her. Her head hit the pavement. She died there. The truck showed no damage. The street stayed quiet.
A 66-year-old woman was killed while crossing Bath Avenue near 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Dodge truck turned left as the woman crossed with the signal. The driver did not see her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered fatal head injuries. The truck sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The crash ended a life on a clear day, leaving the intersection marked by loss.
SUV Slams Cyclist on Avenue P▸A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
GMC SUV Slams Turning Moped on 80th Street▸A GMC SUV struck a moped turning on 80th Street near 20th Avenue. The rider, helmeted, was hurled to the pavement, bleeding and torn, left conscious under the harsh streetlight. Metal, flesh, and asphalt collided in Brooklyn’s night.
According to the police report, a GMC SUV collided with a moped at 80th Street near 20th Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:50. The moped rider, age 52, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations across the body but remained conscious at the scene. The narrative states, 'A GMC SUV struck a turning moped. The rider, 52, was thrown hard to the pavement. He lay conscious, helmeted, bleeding, torn across the body beneath the cold white glare of the streetlight.' Both vehicles were making left turns at the time of the crash. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error as a key cause. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary focus remains on the unsafe actions that led to the collision.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal▸A pickup truck turned right at 72nd Street and 21st Avenue, striking a 64-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She lay unconscious, head split, limbs crushed. The driver, distracted, failed to yield. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement.
According to the police report, a pickup truck made a right turn at the corner of 72nd Street and 21st Avenue in Brooklyn and struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The report states she suffered severe head trauma and crush injuries to her limbs, and was found unconscious on the pavement. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver, licensed in New York, was operating a Pennsylvania-registered pickup and was reportedly looking elsewhere at the moment of impact. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal, as noted in the report. The collision underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and pay attention at crosswalks.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Driver Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal in Brooklyn▸A driver hit a 47-year-old woman as she crossed Quentin Road with the signal. Her back was crushed. She lay conscious on the pavement while the traffic light blinked above, red then green. The street offered no protection. The car did not yield.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman was crossing at the intersection of Quentin Road and West 6th Street in Brooklyn when a vehicle struck her. The report states she was 'crossing with the signal.' The impact crushed her back, leaving her conscious but injured on the pavement as the traffic light cycled overhead. The police report does not list any contributing factors from the driver, but the narrative makes clear the driver failed to yield to a pedestrian who had the right of way. There is no mention of any pedestrian error or unsafe behavior; the victim was following the signal at the time of the crash. The incident underscores the persistent danger faced by people walking in city crosswalks, even when obeying traffic signals.
Jeep U-Turn Strikes Woman’s Face in Brooklyn▸A Jeep swung into a U-turn on Bay 25 Street. A woman stepped from behind a parked car. The bumper smashed her face. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She stayed conscious, her face torn, eyes open.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV made a U-turn on Bay 25 Street near Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. As the vehicle swung around, a 31-year-old woman emerged from behind a parked car. The Jeep’s right front bumper struck her in the face, causing severe lacerations. The report describes blood pooling on the asphalt and notes the woman remained conscious, her face torn and eyes open. The crash occurred at 19:30. The police report lists the Jeep’s pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report’s contributing factors field. The victim’s action—'Emerging from in Front of/Behind Parked Vehicle'—is noted in the data but not listed as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the Jeep’s maneuver and the resulting impact.
SUV Ignores Traffic Control, Strikes Cyclist▸Steel met bone on 86th Street. An SUV barreled north, disregarding traffic control. A 68-year-old man pedaled west. Metal crashed into flesh. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The bike crumpled. He stayed conscious, battered and bleeding.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old man was riding his bike westbound on 86th Street when a northbound SUV collided with him. The report states the SUV driver disregarded traffic control, directly contributing to the crash. The cyclist suffered severe head lacerations and remained conscious at the scene. The narrative details, 'Metal struck flesh. His head hit hard. Blood pooled. The bike folded at the doors. The bumper cracked.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, both attributed to driver error. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the clear failures by the SUV driver. The crash unfolded near Council District 47, underscoring the persistent danger vulnerable road users face from drivers who ignore basic rules.
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at Dawn▸A Subaru turned right at Bay Parkway and 79th. The bumper hit a man’s head as he crossed. Blood pooled on the cold street. He died before sunrise. The street was empty. The city kept moving.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the corner of Bay Parkway and 79th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Subaru SUV turned right at 6:03 a.m. and struck the pedestrian in the head with its bumper. The man was crossing against the signal. He died at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The impact was to the right front bumper of the vehicle. The crash left blood on the pavement before dawn.
E-Bike Slams Pedestrian Off 79th Street▸An e-bike hit a woman standing off 79th Street. The front wheel crushed her head. She stayed conscious. Blood pooled. The rider failed to yield. The crash left her injured and shaken. Brooklyn pavement bore the mark.
A 27-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike near 79th Street and 20th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the e-bike 'slammed into a 27-year-old woman standing off the road.' The front wheel hit her head, causing crush injuries. She remained conscious but bled from the wound. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The e-bike was traveling west and struck her with its center front end. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured, underscoring the danger faced by those outside vehicles.
2Dodge Truck Turns, Kills Woman Crossing Bath Avenue▸A Dodge truck turned left on Bath Avenue. The driver did not yield. A 66-year-old woman crossed with the signal. The truck struck her. Her head hit the pavement. She died there. The truck showed no damage. The street stayed quiet.
A 66-year-old woman was killed while crossing Bath Avenue near 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Dodge truck turned left as the woman crossed with the signal. The driver did not see her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered fatal head injuries. The truck sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The crash ended a life on a clear day, leaving the intersection marked by loss.
SUV Slams Cyclist on Avenue P▸A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A GMC SUV struck a moped turning on 80th Street near 20th Avenue. The rider, helmeted, was hurled to the pavement, bleeding and torn, left conscious under the harsh streetlight. Metal, flesh, and asphalt collided in Brooklyn’s night.
According to the police report, a GMC SUV collided with a moped at 80th Street near 20th Avenue in Brooklyn at 21:50. The moped rider, age 52, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations across the body but remained conscious at the scene. The narrative states, 'A GMC SUV struck a turning moped. The rider, 52, was thrown hard to the pavement. He lay conscious, helmeted, bleeding, torn across the body beneath the cold white glare of the streetlight.' Both vehicles were making left turns at the time of the crash. The police report lists 'Other Vehicular' and 'Unsafe Lane Changing' as contributing factors, highlighting driver error as a key cause. The moped rider was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary focus remains on the unsafe actions that led to the collision.
Pickup Turns, Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal▸A pickup truck turned right at 72nd Street and 21st Avenue, striking a 64-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She lay unconscious, head split, limbs crushed. The driver, distracted, failed to yield. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement.
According to the police report, a pickup truck made a right turn at the corner of 72nd Street and 21st Avenue in Brooklyn and struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The report states she suffered severe head trauma and crush injuries to her limbs, and was found unconscious on the pavement. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver, licensed in New York, was operating a Pennsylvania-registered pickup and was reportedly looking elsewhere at the moment of impact. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal, as noted in the report. The collision underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and pay attention at crosswalks.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Driver Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal in Brooklyn▸A driver hit a 47-year-old woman as she crossed Quentin Road with the signal. Her back was crushed. She lay conscious on the pavement while the traffic light blinked above, red then green. The street offered no protection. The car did not yield.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman was crossing at the intersection of Quentin Road and West 6th Street in Brooklyn when a vehicle struck her. The report states she was 'crossing with the signal.' The impact crushed her back, leaving her conscious but injured on the pavement as the traffic light cycled overhead. The police report does not list any contributing factors from the driver, but the narrative makes clear the driver failed to yield to a pedestrian who had the right of way. There is no mention of any pedestrian error or unsafe behavior; the victim was following the signal at the time of the crash. The incident underscores the persistent danger faced by people walking in city crosswalks, even when obeying traffic signals.
Jeep U-Turn Strikes Woman’s Face in Brooklyn▸A Jeep swung into a U-turn on Bay 25 Street. A woman stepped from behind a parked car. The bumper smashed her face. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She stayed conscious, her face torn, eyes open.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV made a U-turn on Bay 25 Street near Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. As the vehicle swung around, a 31-year-old woman emerged from behind a parked car. The Jeep’s right front bumper struck her in the face, causing severe lacerations. The report describes blood pooling on the asphalt and notes the woman remained conscious, her face torn and eyes open. The crash occurred at 19:30. The police report lists the Jeep’s pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report’s contributing factors field. The victim’s action—'Emerging from in Front of/Behind Parked Vehicle'—is noted in the data but not listed as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the Jeep’s maneuver and the resulting impact.
SUV Ignores Traffic Control, Strikes Cyclist▸Steel met bone on 86th Street. An SUV barreled north, disregarding traffic control. A 68-year-old man pedaled west. Metal crashed into flesh. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The bike crumpled. He stayed conscious, battered and bleeding.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old man was riding his bike westbound on 86th Street when a northbound SUV collided with him. The report states the SUV driver disregarded traffic control, directly contributing to the crash. The cyclist suffered severe head lacerations and remained conscious at the scene. The narrative details, 'Metal struck flesh. His head hit hard. Blood pooled. The bike folded at the doors. The bumper cracked.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, both attributed to driver error. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the clear failures by the SUV driver. The crash unfolded near Council District 47, underscoring the persistent danger vulnerable road users face from drivers who ignore basic rules.
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at Dawn▸A Subaru turned right at Bay Parkway and 79th. The bumper hit a man’s head as he crossed. Blood pooled on the cold street. He died before sunrise. The street was empty. The city kept moving.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the corner of Bay Parkway and 79th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Subaru SUV turned right at 6:03 a.m. and struck the pedestrian in the head with its bumper. The man was crossing against the signal. He died at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The impact was to the right front bumper of the vehicle. The crash left blood on the pavement before dawn.
E-Bike Slams Pedestrian Off 79th Street▸An e-bike hit a woman standing off 79th Street. The front wheel crushed her head. She stayed conscious. Blood pooled. The rider failed to yield. The crash left her injured and shaken. Brooklyn pavement bore the mark.
A 27-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike near 79th Street and 20th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the e-bike 'slammed into a 27-year-old woman standing off the road.' The front wheel hit her head, causing crush injuries. She remained conscious but bled from the wound. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The e-bike was traveling west and struck her with its center front end. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured, underscoring the danger faced by those outside vehicles.
2Dodge Truck Turns, Kills Woman Crossing Bath Avenue▸A Dodge truck turned left on Bath Avenue. The driver did not yield. A 66-year-old woman crossed with the signal. The truck struck her. Her head hit the pavement. She died there. The truck showed no damage. The street stayed quiet.
A 66-year-old woman was killed while crossing Bath Avenue near 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Dodge truck turned left as the woman crossed with the signal. The driver did not see her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered fatal head injuries. The truck sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The crash ended a life on a clear day, leaving the intersection marked by loss.
SUV Slams Cyclist on Avenue P▸A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A pickup truck turned right at 72nd Street and 21st Avenue, striking a 64-year-old woman in the crosswalk. She lay unconscious, head split, limbs crushed. The driver, distracted, failed to yield. Blood pooled on Brooklyn pavement.
According to the police report, a pickup truck made a right turn at the corner of 72nd Street and 21st Avenue in Brooklyn and struck a 64-year-old woman who was crossing with the signal. The report states she suffered severe head trauma and crush injuries to her limbs, and was found unconscious on the pavement. Police cite 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The driver, licensed in New York, was operating a Pennsylvania-registered pickup and was reportedly looking elsewhere at the moment of impact. The pedestrian was crossing at the intersection with the signal, as noted in the report. The collision underscores the lethal consequences when drivers fail to yield and pay attention at crosswalks.
Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue▸A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
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Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-01-26
Driver Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal in Brooklyn▸A driver hit a 47-year-old woman as she crossed Quentin Road with the signal. Her back was crushed. She lay conscious on the pavement while the traffic light blinked above, red then green. The street offered no protection. The car did not yield.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman was crossing at the intersection of Quentin Road and West 6th Street in Brooklyn when a vehicle struck her. The report states she was 'crossing with the signal.' The impact crushed her back, leaving her conscious but injured on the pavement as the traffic light cycled overhead. The police report does not list any contributing factors from the driver, but the narrative makes clear the driver failed to yield to a pedestrian who had the right of way. There is no mention of any pedestrian error or unsafe behavior; the victim was following the signal at the time of the crash. The incident underscores the persistent danger faced by people walking in city crosswalks, even when obeying traffic signals.
Jeep U-Turn Strikes Woman’s Face in Brooklyn▸A Jeep swung into a U-turn on Bay 25 Street. A woman stepped from behind a parked car. The bumper smashed her face. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She stayed conscious, her face torn, eyes open.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV made a U-turn on Bay 25 Street near Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. As the vehicle swung around, a 31-year-old woman emerged from behind a parked car. The Jeep’s right front bumper struck her in the face, causing severe lacerations. The report describes blood pooling on the asphalt and notes the woman remained conscious, her face torn and eyes open. The crash occurred at 19:30. The police report lists the Jeep’s pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report’s contributing factors field. The victim’s action—'Emerging from in Front of/Behind Parked Vehicle'—is noted in the data but not listed as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the Jeep’s maneuver and the resulting impact.
SUV Ignores Traffic Control, Strikes Cyclist▸Steel met bone on 86th Street. An SUV barreled north, disregarding traffic control. A 68-year-old man pedaled west. Metal crashed into flesh. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The bike crumpled. He stayed conscious, battered and bleeding.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old man was riding his bike westbound on 86th Street when a northbound SUV collided with him. The report states the SUV driver disregarded traffic control, directly contributing to the crash. The cyclist suffered severe head lacerations and remained conscious at the scene. The narrative details, 'Metal struck flesh. His head hit hard. Blood pooled. The bike folded at the doors. The bumper cracked.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, both attributed to driver error. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the clear failures by the SUV driver. The crash unfolded near Council District 47, underscoring the persistent danger vulnerable road users face from drivers who ignore basic rules.
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at Dawn▸A Subaru turned right at Bay Parkway and 79th. The bumper hit a man’s head as he crossed. Blood pooled on the cold street. He died before sunrise. The street was empty. The city kept moving.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the corner of Bay Parkway and 79th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Subaru SUV turned right at 6:03 a.m. and struck the pedestrian in the head with its bumper. The man was crossing against the signal. He died at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The impact was to the right front bumper of the vehicle. The crash left blood on the pavement before dawn.
E-Bike Slams Pedestrian Off 79th Street▸An e-bike hit a woman standing off 79th Street. The front wheel crushed her head. She stayed conscious. Blood pooled. The rider failed to yield. The crash left her injured and shaken. Brooklyn pavement bore the mark.
A 27-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike near 79th Street and 20th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the e-bike 'slammed into a 27-year-old woman standing off the road.' The front wheel hit her head, causing crush injuries. She remained conscious but bled from the wound. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The e-bike was traveling west and struck her with its center front end. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured, underscoring the danger faced by those outside vehicles.
2Dodge Truck Turns, Kills Woman Crossing Bath Avenue▸A Dodge truck turned left on Bath Avenue. The driver did not yield. A 66-year-old woman crossed with the signal. The truck struck her. Her head hit the pavement. She died there. The truck showed no damage. The street stayed quiet.
A 66-year-old woman was killed while crossing Bath Avenue near 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Dodge truck turned left as the woman crossed with the signal. The driver did not see her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered fatal head injuries. The truck sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The crash ended a life on a clear day, leaving the intersection marked by loss.
SUV Slams Cyclist on Avenue P▸A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A cargo van struck Mayya Gil, 95, and her aide in Brooklyn. Gil died. The driver turned left, hit them in the crosswalk. No charges filed. Gil survived war and disaster, but not New York traffic. Another senior lost to city streets.
Gothamist (2025-01-26) reports that Mayya Gil, 95, was killed while crossing Cropsey Avenue in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. A man driving a cargo van made a left turn and struck Gil and her home health aide. The aide survived; Gil did not. Police made no arrests or charges. The article notes, 'She was a very active lady.' Gil was the second elderly pedestrian killed in Brooklyn that month. Transportation Alternatives highlighted that 46 senior pedestrians died in city crashes last year. The crash underscores the ongoing risk to older New Yorkers at crosswalks and the lack of driver accountability in such incidents.
- Elderly Woman Killed Crossing Cropsey Avenue, Gothamist, Published 2025-01-26
Driver Strikes Woman Crossing With Signal in Brooklyn▸A driver hit a 47-year-old woman as she crossed Quentin Road with the signal. Her back was crushed. She lay conscious on the pavement while the traffic light blinked above, red then green. The street offered no protection. The car did not yield.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman was crossing at the intersection of Quentin Road and West 6th Street in Brooklyn when a vehicle struck her. The report states she was 'crossing with the signal.' The impact crushed her back, leaving her conscious but injured on the pavement as the traffic light cycled overhead. The police report does not list any contributing factors from the driver, but the narrative makes clear the driver failed to yield to a pedestrian who had the right of way. There is no mention of any pedestrian error or unsafe behavior; the victim was following the signal at the time of the crash. The incident underscores the persistent danger faced by people walking in city crosswalks, even when obeying traffic signals.
Jeep U-Turn Strikes Woman’s Face in Brooklyn▸A Jeep swung into a U-turn on Bay 25 Street. A woman stepped from behind a parked car. The bumper smashed her face. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She stayed conscious, her face torn, eyes open.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV made a U-turn on Bay 25 Street near Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. As the vehicle swung around, a 31-year-old woman emerged from behind a parked car. The Jeep’s right front bumper struck her in the face, causing severe lacerations. The report describes blood pooling on the asphalt and notes the woman remained conscious, her face torn and eyes open. The crash occurred at 19:30. The police report lists the Jeep’s pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report’s contributing factors field. The victim’s action—'Emerging from in Front of/Behind Parked Vehicle'—is noted in the data but not listed as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the Jeep’s maneuver and the resulting impact.
SUV Ignores Traffic Control, Strikes Cyclist▸Steel met bone on 86th Street. An SUV barreled north, disregarding traffic control. A 68-year-old man pedaled west. Metal crashed into flesh. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The bike crumpled. He stayed conscious, battered and bleeding.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old man was riding his bike westbound on 86th Street when a northbound SUV collided with him. The report states the SUV driver disregarded traffic control, directly contributing to the crash. The cyclist suffered severe head lacerations and remained conscious at the scene. The narrative details, 'Metal struck flesh. His head hit hard. Blood pooled. The bike folded at the doors. The bumper cracked.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, both attributed to driver error. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the clear failures by the SUV driver. The crash unfolded near Council District 47, underscoring the persistent danger vulnerable road users face from drivers who ignore basic rules.
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at Dawn▸A Subaru turned right at Bay Parkway and 79th. The bumper hit a man’s head as he crossed. Blood pooled on the cold street. He died before sunrise. The street was empty. The city kept moving.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the corner of Bay Parkway and 79th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Subaru SUV turned right at 6:03 a.m. and struck the pedestrian in the head with its bumper. The man was crossing against the signal. He died at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The impact was to the right front bumper of the vehicle. The crash left blood on the pavement before dawn.
E-Bike Slams Pedestrian Off 79th Street▸An e-bike hit a woman standing off 79th Street. The front wheel crushed her head. She stayed conscious. Blood pooled. The rider failed to yield. The crash left her injured and shaken. Brooklyn pavement bore the mark.
A 27-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike near 79th Street and 20th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the e-bike 'slammed into a 27-year-old woman standing off the road.' The front wheel hit her head, causing crush injuries. She remained conscious but bled from the wound. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The e-bike was traveling west and struck her with its center front end. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured, underscoring the danger faced by those outside vehicles.
2Dodge Truck Turns, Kills Woman Crossing Bath Avenue▸A Dodge truck turned left on Bath Avenue. The driver did not yield. A 66-year-old woman crossed with the signal. The truck struck her. Her head hit the pavement. She died there. The truck showed no damage. The street stayed quiet.
A 66-year-old woman was killed while crossing Bath Avenue near 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Dodge truck turned left as the woman crossed with the signal. The driver did not see her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered fatal head injuries. The truck sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The crash ended a life on a clear day, leaving the intersection marked by loss.
SUV Slams Cyclist on Avenue P▸A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A driver hit a 47-year-old woman as she crossed Quentin Road with the signal. Her back was crushed. She lay conscious on the pavement while the traffic light blinked above, red then green. The street offered no protection. The car did not yield.
According to the police report, a 47-year-old woman was crossing at the intersection of Quentin Road and West 6th Street in Brooklyn when a vehicle struck her. The report states she was 'crossing with the signal.' The impact crushed her back, leaving her conscious but injured on the pavement as the traffic light cycled overhead. The police report does not list any contributing factors from the driver, but the narrative makes clear the driver failed to yield to a pedestrian who had the right of way. There is no mention of any pedestrian error or unsafe behavior; the victim was following the signal at the time of the crash. The incident underscores the persistent danger faced by people walking in city crosswalks, even when obeying traffic signals.
Jeep U-Turn Strikes Woman’s Face in Brooklyn▸A Jeep swung into a U-turn on Bay 25 Street. A woman stepped from behind a parked car. The bumper smashed her face. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She stayed conscious, her face torn, eyes open.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV made a U-turn on Bay 25 Street near Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. As the vehicle swung around, a 31-year-old woman emerged from behind a parked car. The Jeep’s right front bumper struck her in the face, causing severe lacerations. The report describes blood pooling on the asphalt and notes the woman remained conscious, her face torn and eyes open. The crash occurred at 19:30. The police report lists the Jeep’s pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report’s contributing factors field. The victim’s action—'Emerging from in Front of/Behind Parked Vehicle'—is noted in the data but not listed as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the Jeep’s maneuver and the resulting impact.
SUV Ignores Traffic Control, Strikes Cyclist▸Steel met bone on 86th Street. An SUV barreled north, disregarding traffic control. A 68-year-old man pedaled west. Metal crashed into flesh. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The bike crumpled. He stayed conscious, battered and bleeding.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old man was riding his bike westbound on 86th Street when a northbound SUV collided with him. The report states the SUV driver disregarded traffic control, directly contributing to the crash. The cyclist suffered severe head lacerations and remained conscious at the scene. The narrative details, 'Metal struck flesh. His head hit hard. Blood pooled. The bike folded at the doors. The bumper cracked.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, both attributed to driver error. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the clear failures by the SUV driver. The crash unfolded near Council District 47, underscoring the persistent danger vulnerable road users face from drivers who ignore basic rules.
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at Dawn▸A Subaru turned right at Bay Parkway and 79th. The bumper hit a man’s head as he crossed. Blood pooled on the cold street. He died before sunrise. The street was empty. The city kept moving.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the corner of Bay Parkway and 79th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Subaru SUV turned right at 6:03 a.m. and struck the pedestrian in the head with its bumper. The man was crossing against the signal. He died at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The impact was to the right front bumper of the vehicle. The crash left blood on the pavement before dawn.
E-Bike Slams Pedestrian Off 79th Street▸An e-bike hit a woman standing off 79th Street. The front wheel crushed her head. She stayed conscious. Blood pooled. The rider failed to yield. The crash left her injured and shaken. Brooklyn pavement bore the mark.
A 27-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike near 79th Street and 20th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the e-bike 'slammed into a 27-year-old woman standing off the road.' The front wheel hit her head, causing crush injuries. She remained conscious but bled from the wound. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The e-bike was traveling west and struck her with its center front end. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured, underscoring the danger faced by those outside vehicles.
2Dodge Truck Turns, Kills Woman Crossing Bath Avenue▸A Dodge truck turned left on Bath Avenue. The driver did not yield. A 66-year-old woman crossed with the signal. The truck struck her. Her head hit the pavement. She died there. The truck showed no damage. The street stayed quiet.
A 66-year-old woman was killed while crossing Bath Avenue near 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Dodge truck turned left as the woman crossed with the signal. The driver did not see her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered fatal head injuries. The truck sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The crash ended a life on a clear day, leaving the intersection marked by loss.
SUV Slams Cyclist on Avenue P▸A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A Jeep swung into a U-turn on Bay 25 Street. A woman stepped from behind a parked car. The bumper smashed her face. Blood pooled on the asphalt. She stayed conscious, her face torn, eyes open.
According to the police report, a Jeep SUV made a U-turn on Bay 25 Street near Cropsey Avenue in Brooklyn. As the vehicle swung around, a 31-year-old woman emerged from behind a parked car. The Jeep’s right front bumper struck her in the face, causing severe lacerations. The report describes blood pooling on the asphalt and notes the woman remained conscious, her face torn and eyes open. The crash occurred at 19:30. The police report lists the Jeep’s pre-crash action as 'Making U Turn.' No driver errors are explicitly cited in the report’s contributing factors field. The victim’s action—'Emerging from in Front of/Behind Parked Vehicle'—is noted in the data but not listed as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the Jeep’s maneuver and the resulting impact.
SUV Ignores Traffic Control, Strikes Cyclist▸Steel met bone on 86th Street. An SUV barreled north, disregarding traffic control. A 68-year-old man pedaled west. Metal crashed into flesh. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The bike crumpled. He stayed conscious, battered and bleeding.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old man was riding his bike westbound on 86th Street when a northbound SUV collided with him. The report states the SUV driver disregarded traffic control, directly contributing to the crash. The cyclist suffered severe head lacerations and remained conscious at the scene. The narrative details, 'Metal struck flesh. His head hit hard. Blood pooled. The bike folded at the doors. The bumper cracked.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, both attributed to driver error. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the clear failures by the SUV driver. The crash unfolded near Council District 47, underscoring the persistent danger vulnerable road users face from drivers who ignore basic rules.
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at Dawn▸A Subaru turned right at Bay Parkway and 79th. The bumper hit a man’s head as he crossed. Blood pooled on the cold street. He died before sunrise. The street was empty. The city kept moving.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the corner of Bay Parkway and 79th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Subaru SUV turned right at 6:03 a.m. and struck the pedestrian in the head with its bumper. The man was crossing against the signal. He died at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The impact was to the right front bumper of the vehicle. The crash left blood on the pavement before dawn.
E-Bike Slams Pedestrian Off 79th Street▸An e-bike hit a woman standing off 79th Street. The front wheel crushed her head. She stayed conscious. Blood pooled. The rider failed to yield. The crash left her injured and shaken. Brooklyn pavement bore the mark.
A 27-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike near 79th Street and 20th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the e-bike 'slammed into a 27-year-old woman standing off the road.' The front wheel hit her head, causing crush injuries. She remained conscious but bled from the wound. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The e-bike was traveling west and struck her with its center front end. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured, underscoring the danger faced by those outside vehicles.
2Dodge Truck Turns, Kills Woman Crossing Bath Avenue▸A Dodge truck turned left on Bath Avenue. The driver did not yield. A 66-year-old woman crossed with the signal. The truck struck her. Her head hit the pavement. She died there. The truck showed no damage. The street stayed quiet.
A 66-year-old woman was killed while crossing Bath Avenue near 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Dodge truck turned left as the woman crossed with the signal. The driver did not see her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered fatal head injuries. The truck sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The crash ended a life on a clear day, leaving the intersection marked by loss.
SUV Slams Cyclist on Avenue P▸A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
Steel met bone on 86th Street. An SUV barreled north, disregarding traffic control. A 68-year-old man pedaled west. Metal crashed into flesh. His head hit pavement. Blood pooled. The bike crumpled. He stayed conscious, battered and bleeding.
According to the police report, a 68-year-old man was riding his bike westbound on 86th Street when a northbound SUV collided with him. The report states the SUV driver disregarded traffic control, directly contributing to the crash. The cyclist suffered severe head lacerations and remained conscious at the scene. The narrative details, 'Metal struck flesh. His head hit hard. Blood pooled. The bike folded at the doors. The bumper cracked.' The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors, both attributed to driver error. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the clear failures by the SUV driver. The crash unfolded near Council District 47, underscoring the persistent danger vulnerable road users face from drivers who ignore basic rules.
SUV Turns, Strikes Pedestrian at Dawn▸A Subaru turned right at Bay Parkway and 79th. The bumper hit a man’s head as he crossed. Blood pooled on the cold street. He died before sunrise. The street was empty. The city kept moving.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the corner of Bay Parkway and 79th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Subaru SUV turned right at 6:03 a.m. and struck the pedestrian in the head with its bumper. The man was crossing against the signal. He died at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The impact was to the right front bumper of the vehicle. The crash left blood on the pavement before dawn.
E-Bike Slams Pedestrian Off 79th Street▸An e-bike hit a woman standing off 79th Street. The front wheel crushed her head. She stayed conscious. Blood pooled. The rider failed to yield. The crash left her injured and shaken. Brooklyn pavement bore the mark.
A 27-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike near 79th Street and 20th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the e-bike 'slammed into a 27-year-old woman standing off the road.' The front wheel hit her head, causing crush injuries. She remained conscious but bled from the wound. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The e-bike was traveling west and struck her with its center front end. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured, underscoring the danger faced by those outside vehicles.
2Dodge Truck Turns, Kills Woman Crossing Bath Avenue▸A Dodge truck turned left on Bath Avenue. The driver did not yield. A 66-year-old woman crossed with the signal. The truck struck her. Her head hit the pavement. She died there. The truck showed no damage. The street stayed quiet.
A 66-year-old woman was killed while crossing Bath Avenue near 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Dodge truck turned left as the woman crossed with the signal. The driver did not see her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered fatal head injuries. The truck sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The crash ended a life on a clear day, leaving the intersection marked by loss.
SUV Slams Cyclist on Avenue P▸A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A Subaru turned right at Bay Parkway and 79th. The bumper hit a man’s head as he crossed. Blood pooled on the cold street. He died before sunrise. The street was empty. The city kept moving.
A 56-year-old man was killed at the corner of Bay Parkway and 79th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Subaru SUV turned right at 6:03 a.m. and struck the pedestrian in the head with its bumper. The man was crossing against the signal. He died at the scene. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors such as failure to yield or distraction are noted in the data. The impact was to the right front bumper of the vehicle. The crash left blood on the pavement before dawn.
E-Bike Slams Pedestrian Off 79th Street▸An e-bike hit a woman standing off 79th Street. The front wheel crushed her head. She stayed conscious. Blood pooled. The rider failed to yield. The crash left her injured and shaken. Brooklyn pavement bore the mark.
A 27-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike near 79th Street and 20th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the e-bike 'slammed into a 27-year-old woman standing off the road.' The front wheel hit her head, causing crush injuries. She remained conscious but bled from the wound. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The e-bike was traveling west and struck her with its center front end. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured, underscoring the danger faced by those outside vehicles.
2Dodge Truck Turns, Kills Woman Crossing Bath Avenue▸A Dodge truck turned left on Bath Avenue. The driver did not yield. A 66-year-old woman crossed with the signal. The truck struck her. Her head hit the pavement. She died there. The truck showed no damage. The street stayed quiet.
A 66-year-old woman was killed while crossing Bath Avenue near 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Dodge truck turned left as the woman crossed with the signal. The driver did not see her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered fatal head injuries. The truck sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The crash ended a life on a clear day, leaving the intersection marked by loss.
SUV Slams Cyclist on Avenue P▸A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
An e-bike hit a woman standing off 79th Street. The front wheel crushed her head. She stayed conscious. Blood pooled. The rider failed to yield. The crash left her injured and shaken. Brooklyn pavement bore the mark.
A 27-year-old woman was struck by an e-bike near 79th Street and 20th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the e-bike 'slammed into a 27-year-old woman standing off the road.' The front wheel hit her head, causing crush injuries. She remained conscious but bled from the wound. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was not in the roadway at the time of the crash. The e-bike was traveling west and struck her with its center front end. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The crash left the pedestrian injured, underscoring the danger faced by those outside vehicles.
2Dodge Truck Turns, Kills Woman Crossing Bath Avenue▸A Dodge truck turned left on Bath Avenue. The driver did not yield. A 66-year-old woman crossed with the signal. The truck struck her. Her head hit the pavement. She died there. The truck showed no damage. The street stayed quiet.
A 66-year-old woman was killed while crossing Bath Avenue near 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Dodge truck turned left as the woman crossed with the signal. The driver did not see her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered fatal head injuries. The truck sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The crash ended a life on a clear day, leaving the intersection marked by loss.
SUV Slams Cyclist on Avenue P▸A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A Dodge truck turned left on Bath Avenue. The driver did not yield. A 66-year-old woman crossed with the signal. The truck struck her. Her head hit the pavement. She died there. The truck showed no damage. The street stayed quiet.
A 66-year-old woman was killed while crossing Bath Avenue near 25th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a Dodge truck turned left as the woman crossed with the signal. The driver did not see her. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The woman suffered fatal head injuries. The truck sustained no damage. The driver was licensed and remained at the scene. The crash ended a life on a clear day, leaving the intersection marked by loss.
SUV Slams Cyclist on Avenue P▸A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A Mercedes SUV hit a 20-year-old cyclist head-on at Avenue P and West 8th Street. The crash crushed his leg and burned his skin. Blood stained the street. Sirens cut the night. The driver failed to yield. The cyclist lay broken.
A 20-year-old cyclist was struck head-on by a southbound Mercedes SUV at Avenue P and West 8th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist suffered a crushed leg and severe burns. The report states, "The driver failed to yield." Driver errors listed include 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the driver’s errors. The cyclist was left in shock and bleeding on the pavement. No injuries were reported for the SUV occupants.
Dump Truck Crushes Cyclist on Kings Highway▸A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A dump truck rolled down Kings Highway. A young cyclist, riding straight, was caught beneath its weight. His hip shattered. He lay half-ejected, conscious, pinned under steel. The street fell silent. The truck rolled on. The system failed him.
A 24-year-old cyclist was struck and crushed by a dump truck on Kings Highway near West 9th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was riding straight when the truck rolled on, trapping him beneath. He suffered severe hip injuries and was found partially ejected but conscious under the truck. The report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors were cited in the data. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the absence of any identified driver error. The truck showed no damage, and the driver was licensed. The crash left the cyclist with crush injuries and exposed the danger heavy vehicles pose to vulnerable road users.
Improper U-Turn Slams Sedan on Stillwell▸Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
Steel met steel on Stillwell Avenue. An SUV carved a wrong U-turn. The sedan’s side crumpled. A 27-year-old man bled from the head, dazed but alive. Another driver hurt, pain in his body. The street bore the mark of reckless turning.
A crash unfolded on Stillwell Avenue near Bay 46 Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an SUV attempted a U-turn and struck a sedan. The report states: “A U-turn carved wrong. The SUV’s nose met the sedan’s flank. Steel folded.” Two men, ages 27 and 38, both drivers, suffered injuries. The 27-year-old bled from the head with severe lacerations; the 38-year-old complained of pain across his body. The police list 'Turning Improperly' as the contributing factor. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The report notes airbags deployed and seat belts used, but only after the impact. The crash highlights the danger of improper turning on city streets.
Garbage Truck Turns, Kills Elderly Pedestrian▸A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A Mack garbage truck turned left on 85th Street. The driver failed to yield. An 81-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck. Her leg was torn away. She died beneath the truck’s front bumper. The street ran red with her blood.
An 81-year-old woman was killed at the corner of 85th Street and 15th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was crossing with the signal when a Mack garbage truck, making a left turn, struck her. The impact tore away her leg. She died at the scene, beneath the truck’s front bumper. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The driver was licensed and operating a 2021 Mack truck. The victim was following the rules, crossing at the intersection with the signal. No helmet or signaling issues are mentioned in the report.
Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
Taxi Ignores Signal, Kills Pedestrian on Avenue P▸A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A taxi ran the light at Avenue P and West 1st. It struck a 65-year-old man crossing with the signal. His pelvis shattered. He died on the street. Two passengers and a driver suffered neck injuries. Parked cars and an SUV took the crash’s force.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue P at West 1st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A 65-year-old man crossed with the light. A taxi struck him head-on. His pelvis shattered. He died where he fell.' The crash also injured a 2-year-old girl, a 29-year-old woman, and a 32-year-old man, all suffering neck pain. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor, indicating the taxi driver ignored the signal. Parked vehicles and an SUV were also struck. The police report makes no mention of helmet or signal use by the pedestrian. The data shows the deadly result of disregarding traffic control at a Brooklyn intersection.
Sedan Strikes Child Skater on Avenue T▸A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.
A sedan hit an 11-year-old boy on inline skates on Avenue T. The car’s left bumper struck him. He was ejected, leg torn open, in shock. The driver kept straight. No damage to the car. The boy wore no helmet or pads.
An 11-year-old boy on inline skates was struck by a southbound sedan on Avenue T. According to the police report, 'An 11-year-old boy on inline skates, no helmet, no pads, struck by a southbound sedan. Ejected. Leg torn open. In shock. The car’s left bumper hit him. The driver kept going straight. No damage to the car.' The boy was ejected and suffered severe leg lacerations and shock. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The child was not wearing a helmet or pads, as noted in the narrative, but this is mentioned only after the lack of identified driver errors.