About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 7
▸ Crush Injuries 10
▸ Severe Bleeding 7
▸ Severe Lacerations 8
▸ Concussion 19
▸ Whiplash 102
▸ Contusion/Bruise 116
▸ Abrasion 90
▸ Pain/Nausea 56
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
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These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Brownsville’s crosswalks, Brooklyn’s dead: seven lives in 20 months
AD 55: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
Brownsville keeps the body count. The city keeps the clock.
Van Sinderen, Blake: a passenger dies
A 26‑year‑old woman died at Van Sinderen and Blake on February 27. The crash involved a bus, a sedan with Georgia plates, and a parked box truck. The Open Data record lists the sedan’s driver as unlicensed. The woman was the front passenger. She didn’t make it. The case is in city crash data as CrashID 4795300.
Sutter and Osborn: a hit‑and‑run, a name
On May 10, Larry Maxwell, 72, was crossing with the signal at Sutter Avenue and Osborn Street. A driver fleeing a prior collision hit him and ran. Maxwell died at Brookdale. His son asked, “There are so many cameras. So why is he still at large?” The NYPD says no arrests. Read the family’s words in the Daily News.
The same killing was first reported as a hit‑and‑run near the corner, the driver gone before anyone could catch a plate. That account is also in the Daily News.
Broadway and East New York Ave: another man down, driver flees
On July 3, a 36‑year‑old man was hit near Broadway and East New York Avenue. A gray Ford hit him and sped off. He died at Brookdale. Police said it was the second hit‑and‑run in 24 hours. That night is documented by NYC Open Data (CrashID 4825128) and reported by the Daily News and ABC7.
Pitkin and Strauss: the night took another rider
At 3:59 a.m. on August 5, a 29‑year‑old motorcyclist was killed at Pitkin Avenue and Strauss Street. The data shows a westbound motorcycle and a southbound Ford sedan turning left. The rider was ejected and died at the scene. It’s in city records as CrashID 4833031. Gothamist noted police were “still investigating exactly how the crash unfolded” on August 5.
Where it keeps happening
The map says Eastern Parkway and Broadway rack up injuries. Eastern Parkway shows 211 injuries along the corridor; another cluster shows 59 injuries on “EASTERN PKWY” and 69 on “BROADWAY.” Van Sinderen Avenue is where two people died. These are listed in the district’s top locations in NYC Open Data.
The clock tells another story. Injuries stack up from the school trip home through the evening. Peaks hit 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., with deaths logged at 1 p.m., 6–8 a.m., 7 p.m., and 9 p.m. A body at 3 a.m. too. That hourly spread comes straight from the district roll‑up in city data.
Who gets hit, and by what
In this district since 2022, pedestrians absorbed 531 reported injuries and two deaths. Cyclists logged 184 injuries. Motor vehicle occupants fill hospital beds by the thousands. Sedans are the leading strike vehicle for pedestrians, tied to two pedestrian deaths and 232 total pedestrian injuries; SUVs add another 124 pedestrian injuries. Trucks and buses account for dozens more. These counts come from the local mode split and vehicle roll‑up in Open Data.
The causes line is blunt. “Other” swallows most cases, with 4 deaths and 914 injuries. Police tagged failure to yield and red‑light running in dozens more. Distraction shows up too. That’s the district’s contributing factor table in Open Data.
What could stop the next one
Fix the corners where people bleed. Daylight the crosswalks on Broadway and East New York Avenue. Harden the turns on Sutter and Osborn. Give leading pedestrian intervals on Van Sinderen and Blake, and keep trucks out of the crosswalk. Target repeat crash blocks for speed cameras where the data shows peaks.
Albany extended 24‑hour school‑zone cameras this June. Lawmakers passed S 8344 to keep those protections in place. That’s on Open States. The city can go further. Lower speeds save lives. A citywide 20 mph default and speed limiters for the worst repeat offenders would match the harm to the tool.
One son put it in plain words after his father died on Sutter Avenue: “There are so many cameras. So why is he still at large?” His question stands in the street where he said it. The rest is paperwork and time.
Push the fixes that save lives
- Lower the default speed limit citywide under Sammy’s Law. Demand it now. See our action guide.
- Require intelligent speed assistance for repeat speeders. Back the bills that force the worst drivers to slow down.
- Focus redesigns and enforcement where the bodies fall: Broadway, Eastern Parkway, Van Sinderen.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4795300 - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- Elderly Man Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-15
- Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder, NY Daily News, Published 2025-05-15
- Hit-And-Run Drivers Strike Brooklyn, Bronx, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-04
- Driver Flees After Brownsville Fatal Crash, ABC7, Published 2025-07-04
- Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-05
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
Fix the Problem
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▸ Other Geographies
AD 55 Assembly District 55 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 73, District 41, SD 19.
It contains Lincoln Terrace Park, Ocean Hill, Brownsville, Brooklyn CB16.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Assembly District 55
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2 killed in motorcycle collision with SUV in Cypress Hills▸
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2 killed in motorcycle collision with SUV in Cypress Hills,
ABC7,
Published 2025-09-02
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Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
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Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
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Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on St Johns Place▸Jul 7 - A sedan turned left and struck a cyclist head-on. The rider was ejected, suffering severe face wounds. Police cite driver inattention and improper turning. The street stayed quiet. The damage was not.
A sedan making a left turn on St Johns Place collided with a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 47-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his face. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this was noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash left the bike damaged at the front end. The system failed the vulnerable road user.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on East New York Ave▸Jul 3 - A sedan hit a man crossing East New York Ave in Brooklyn. The impact killed him. He suffered head and crush injuries. The car’s front end took the blow. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 36-year-old man was killed when a sedan struck him as he crossed East New York Ave at Broadway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk, when the sedan, traveling west, hit him with its center front end. The victim suffered fatal head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
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Cyclist Crushed by Ford on Rockaway Avenue▸Jun 18 - A man on a bike struck by a Ford. Hip crushed. Blood on Rockaway Avenue. Brooklyn afternoon. No listed driver errors. Streets remain hard for riders.
A 40-year-old male bicyclist suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg after a collision with a Ford car or SUV at Rockaway Avenue and Newport Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. The streets of Brooklyn continue to put riders at risk.
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Cyclist Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Rockaway Ave▸Jun 18 - A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
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Walker votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - 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
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Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸Jun 13 - A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
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Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Jun 6 - Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Sutter Ave▸May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
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Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
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Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
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Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
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Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
- 2 killed in motorcycle collision with SUV in Cypress Hills, ABC7, Published 2025-09-02
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Left-Turn Collision Kills Motorcyclist on Pitkin▸Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
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Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
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Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on St Johns Place▸Jul 7 - A sedan turned left and struck a cyclist head-on. The rider was ejected, suffering severe face wounds. Police cite driver inattention and improper turning. The street stayed quiet. The damage was not.
A sedan making a left turn on St Johns Place collided with a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 47-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his face. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this was noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash left the bike damaged at the front end. The system failed the vulnerable road user.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on East New York Ave▸Jul 3 - A sedan hit a man crossing East New York Ave in Brooklyn. The impact killed him. He suffered head and crush injuries. The car’s front end took the blow. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 36-year-old man was killed when a sedan struck him as he crossed East New York Ave at Broadway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk, when the sedan, traveling west, hit him with its center front end. The victim suffered fatal head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
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Cyclist Crushed by Ford on Rockaway Avenue▸Jun 18 - A man on a bike struck by a Ford. Hip crushed. Blood on Rockaway Avenue. Brooklyn afternoon. No listed driver errors. Streets remain hard for riders.
A 40-year-old male bicyclist suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg after a collision with a Ford car or SUV at Rockaway Avenue and Newport Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. The streets of Brooklyn continue to put riders at risk.
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Cyclist Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Rockaway Ave▸Jun 18 - A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
17S 8344
Walker votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - 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
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Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸Jun 13 - A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
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Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Jun 6 - Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Sutter Ave▸May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
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Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
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Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
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Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
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Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Aug 5 - A driver in a sedan turned left at Pitkin and Strauss and hit a westbound motorcyclist. The rider was ejected and died. Police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' by the drivers.
On Pitkin Avenue at Strauss Street in Brooklyn at 3:59 a.m., the driver of a sedan making a left turn hit a westbound motorcyclist. The 29-year-old rider was ejected and died. According to the police report, police recorded 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for both drivers. Both drivers were licensed. The motorcycle was registered in New York; the sedan carried New Jersey plates. The report lists travel directions: south for the sedan, west for the motorcycle. No other fatalities are listed.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
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Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
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Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on St Johns Place▸Jul 7 - A sedan turned left and struck a cyclist head-on. The rider was ejected, suffering severe face wounds. Police cite driver inattention and improper turning. The street stayed quiet. The damage was not.
A sedan making a left turn on St Johns Place collided with a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 47-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his face. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this was noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash left the bike damaged at the front end. The system failed the vulnerable road user.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on East New York Ave▸Jul 3 - A sedan hit a man crossing East New York Ave in Brooklyn. The impact killed him. He suffered head and crush injuries. The car’s front end took the blow. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 36-year-old man was killed when a sedan struck him as he crossed East New York Ave at Broadway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk, when the sedan, traveling west, hit him with its center front end. The victim suffered fatal head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
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Cyclist Crushed by Ford on Rockaway Avenue▸Jun 18 - A man on a bike struck by a Ford. Hip crushed. Blood on Rockaway Avenue. Brooklyn afternoon. No listed driver errors. Streets remain hard for riders.
A 40-year-old male bicyclist suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg after a collision with a Ford car or SUV at Rockaway Avenue and Newport Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. The streets of Brooklyn continue to put riders at risk.
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Cyclist Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Rockaway Ave▸Jun 18 - A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
17S 8344
Walker votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - 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
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Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸Jun 13 - A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
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Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Jun 6 - Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Sutter Ave▸May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
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Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
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Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
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Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
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Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
- Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-05
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Taxi turning hits motorcycle on Parkway▸Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
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Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on St Johns Place▸Jul 7 - A sedan turned left and struck a cyclist head-on. The rider was ejected, suffering severe face wounds. Police cite driver inattention and improper turning. The street stayed quiet. The damage was not.
A sedan making a left turn on St Johns Place collided with a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 47-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his face. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this was noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash left the bike damaged at the front end. The system failed the vulnerable road user.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on East New York Ave▸Jul 3 - A sedan hit a man crossing East New York Ave in Brooklyn. The impact killed him. He suffered head and crush injuries. The car’s front end took the blow. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 36-year-old man was killed when a sedan struck him as he crossed East New York Ave at Broadway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk, when the sedan, traveling west, hit him with its center front end. The victim suffered fatal head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
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Cyclist Crushed by Ford on Rockaway Avenue▸Jun 18 - A man on a bike struck by a Ford. Hip crushed. Blood on Rockaway Avenue. Brooklyn afternoon. No listed driver errors. Streets remain hard for riders.
A 40-year-old male bicyclist suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg after a collision with a Ford car or SUV at Rockaway Avenue and Newport Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. The streets of Brooklyn continue to put riders at risk.
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Cyclist Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Rockaway Ave▸Jun 18 - A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
17S 8344
Walker votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - 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
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Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸Jun 13 - A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
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Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Jun 6 - Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Sutter Ave▸May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
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Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
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Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
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Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
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Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Aug 2 - A turning taxi cut across Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland. The motorcycle slammed the nose. The rider, 16, was ejected and badly hurt. Teens in the cab were shaken. Speed listed. Steel met flesh. The system failed again.
A taxi making a left from Eastern Parkway at Thomas S. Boyland Street struck a westbound motorcycle. The motorcycle hit the taxi’s front and the 16-year-old rider was ejected and injured. Several teen passengers in the cab were listed with unspecified injuries. According to the police report, the crash involved a “Taxi, Motorcycle” with the factor “Unsafe Speed.” Driver errors include the taxi turning into the rider’s path while making a left and speed listed as a contributing factor. Helmet use or signals are not cited. The impact points and positions show a left-turn conflict that put the motorcycle and its young rider in the crosshairs on a wide Brooklyn arterial.
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Bus Turns Left, Strikes Cyclist on Broadway▸Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
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Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on St Johns Place▸Jul 7 - A sedan turned left and struck a cyclist head-on. The rider was ejected, suffering severe face wounds. Police cite driver inattention and improper turning. The street stayed quiet. The damage was not.
A sedan making a left turn on St Johns Place collided with a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 47-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his face. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this was noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash left the bike damaged at the front end. The system failed the vulnerable road user.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on East New York Ave▸Jul 3 - A sedan hit a man crossing East New York Ave in Brooklyn. The impact killed him. He suffered head and crush injuries. The car’s front end took the blow. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 36-year-old man was killed when a sedan struck him as he crossed East New York Ave at Broadway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk, when the sedan, traveling west, hit him with its center front end. The victim suffered fatal head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
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Cyclist Crushed by Ford on Rockaway Avenue▸Jun 18 - A man on a bike struck by a Ford. Hip crushed. Blood on Rockaway Avenue. Brooklyn afternoon. No listed driver errors. Streets remain hard for riders.
A 40-year-old male bicyclist suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg after a collision with a Ford car or SUV at Rockaway Avenue and Newport Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. The streets of Brooklyn continue to put riders at risk.
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Cyclist Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Rockaway Ave▸Jun 18 - A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
17S 8344
Walker votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - 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
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Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸Jun 13 - A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
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Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Jun 6 - Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Sutter Ave▸May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
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Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
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Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
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Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
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Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Jul 14 - A bus turned left on Broadway and hit a cyclist. The rider suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. Police cite passing too closely and other vehicular errors. The street saw blood and confusion.
A bus making a left turn on Broadway collided with a cyclist traveling east. The cyclist, a 40-year-old man, suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. According to the police report, contributing factors included 'Passing Too Closely' and 'Other Vehicular.' The bus driver and passengers were not seriously hurt. The report lists no helmet use for the cyclist, but only after noting driver errors. The crash underscores the danger faced by cyclists when large vehicles turn across their path.
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Motorcycle Rider Ejected in Howard Avenue Crash▸Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
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Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on St Johns Place▸Jul 7 - A sedan turned left and struck a cyclist head-on. The rider was ejected, suffering severe face wounds. Police cite driver inattention and improper turning. The street stayed quiet. The damage was not.
A sedan making a left turn on St Johns Place collided with a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 47-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his face. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this was noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash left the bike damaged at the front end. The system failed the vulnerable road user.
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Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on East New York Ave▸Jul 3 - A sedan hit a man crossing East New York Ave in Brooklyn. The impact killed him. He suffered head and crush injuries. The car’s front end took the blow. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 36-year-old man was killed when a sedan struck him as he crossed East New York Ave at Broadway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk, when the sedan, traveling west, hit him with its center front end. The victim suffered fatal head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
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Cyclist Crushed by Ford on Rockaway Avenue▸Jun 18 - A man on a bike struck by a Ford. Hip crushed. Blood on Rockaway Avenue. Brooklyn afternoon. No listed driver errors. Streets remain hard for riders.
A 40-year-old male bicyclist suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg after a collision with a Ford car or SUV at Rockaway Avenue and Newport Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. The streets of Brooklyn continue to put riders at risk.
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Cyclist Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Rockaway Ave▸Jun 18 - A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
17S 8344
Walker votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - 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
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Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸Jun 13 - A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
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Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Jun 6 - Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Sutter Ave▸May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
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Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
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Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
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Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
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Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Jul 11 - A motorcycle and SUV collided on Howard Avenue. The rider was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. Both occupants were injured. Police list no clear cause. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed.
A motorcycle and an SUV crashed at Howard Avenue and Macon Street in Brooklyn. The motorcycle rider, a 59-year-old man, was ejected and suffered a leg amputation. A 58-year-old woman in the SUV was also injured. According to the police report, both vehicles sustained right front damage. No specific driver errors were listed. The motorcycle rider was unlicensed. Helmet use was noted for the rider, but no other contributing factors were reported.
7
Sedan Turns Into Cyclist on St Johns Place▸Jul 7 - A sedan turned left and struck a cyclist head-on. The rider was ejected, suffering severe face wounds. Police cite driver inattention and improper turning. The street stayed quiet. The damage was not.
A sedan making a left turn on St Johns Place collided with a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 47-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his face. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this was noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash left the bike damaged at the front end. The system failed the vulnerable road user.
3
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on East New York Ave▸Jul 3 - A sedan hit a man crossing East New York Ave in Brooklyn. The impact killed him. He suffered head and crush injuries. The car’s front end took the blow. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 36-year-old man was killed when a sedan struck him as he crossed East New York Ave at Broadway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk, when the sedan, traveling west, hit him with its center front end. The victim suffered fatal head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
18
Cyclist Crushed by Ford on Rockaway Avenue▸Jun 18 - A man on a bike struck by a Ford. Hip crushed. Blood on Rockaway Avenue. Brooklyn afternoon. No listed driver errors. Streets remain hard for riders.
A 40-year-old male bicyclist suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg after a collision with a Ford car or SUV at Rockaway Avenue and Newport Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. The streets of Brooklyn continue to put riders at risk.
18
Cyclist Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Rockaway Ave▸Jun 18 - A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
17S 8344
Walker votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - 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
13
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸Jun 13 - A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
6
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Jun 6 - Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
10
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Sutter Ave▸May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
23
Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
-
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
27
Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
18
Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
31
Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Jul 7 - A sedan turned left and struck a cyclist head-on. The rider was ejected, suffering severe face wounds. Police cite driver inattention and improper turning. The street stayed quiet. The damage was not.
A sedan making a left turn on St Johns Place collided with a southbound cyclist. The cyclist, a 47-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his face. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Turning Improperly' were listed as contributing factors. The cyclist was not using safety equipment, but this was noted only after the driver’s errors. No injuries were reported for the sedan’s occupants. The crash left the bike damaged at the front end. The system failed the vulnerable road user.
3
Sedan Strikes Pedestrian on East New York Ave▸Jul 3 - A sedan hit a man crossing East New York Ave in Brooklyn. The impact killed him. He suffered head and crush injuries. The car’s front end took the blow. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 36-year-old man was killed when a sedan struck him as he crossed East New York Ave at Broadway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk, when the sedan, traveling west, hit him with its center front end. The victim suffered fatal head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
18
Cyclist Crushed by Ford on Rockaway Avenue▸Jun 18 - A man on a bike struck by a Ford. Hip crushed. Blood on Rockaway Avenue. Brooklyn afternoon. No listed driver errors. Streets remain hard for riders.
A 40-year-old male bicyclist suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg after a collision with a Ford car or SUV at Rockaway Avenue and Newport Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. The streets of Brooklyn continue to put riders at risk.
18
Cyclist Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Rockaway Ave▸Jun 18 - A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
17S 8344
Walker votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - 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
13
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸Jun 13 - A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
6
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Jun 6 - Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
10
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Sutter Ave▸May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
23
Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
-
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
27
Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
18
Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
31
Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Jul 3 - A sedan hit a man crossing East New York Ave in Brooklyn. The impact killed him. He suffered head and crush injuries. The car’s front end took the blow. Police list contributing factors as unspecified.
A 36-year-old man was killed when a sedan struck him as he crossed East New York Ave at Broadway in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was at the intersection, crossing without a signal or crosswalk, when the sedan, traveling west, hit him with its center front end. The victim suffered fatal head and crush injuries. Police list contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are detailed in the report.
18
Cyclist Crushed by Ford on Rockaway Avenue▸Jun 18 - A man on a bike struck by a Ford. Hip crushed. Blood on Rockaway Avenue. Brooklyn afternoon. No listed driver errors. Streets remain hard for riders.
A 40-year-old male bicyclist suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg after a collision with a Ford car or SUV at Rockaway Avenue and Newport Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. The streets of Brooklyn continue to put riders at risk.
18
Cyclist Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Rockaway Ave▸Jun 18 - A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
17S 8344
Walker votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - 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
13
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸Jun 13 - A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
6
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Jun 6 - Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
10
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Sutter Ave▸May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
23
Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
-
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
27
Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
18
Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
31
Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Jun 18 - A man on a bike struck by a Ford. Hip crushed. Blood on Rockaway Avenue. Brooklyn afternoon. No listed driver errors. Streets remain hard for riders.
A 40-year-old male bicyclist suffered crush injuries to his hip and upper leg after a collision with a Ford car or SUV at Rockaway Avenue and Newport Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was going straight ahead when the crash occurred. No driver errors or contributing factors were listed in the data. The report does not mention helmet use or signaling as factors. The cyclist was conscious after the crash. The streets of Brooklyn continue to put riders at risk.
18
Cyclist Strikes Elderly Pedestrian on Rockaway Ave▸Jun 18 - A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
17S 8344
Walker votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - 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
13
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸Jun 13 - A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
6
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Jun 6 - Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
10
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Sutter Ave▸May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
23
Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
-
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
27
Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
18
Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
31
Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Jun 18 - A bike hit a 71-year-old woman off Rockaway Ave. She suffered severe face cuts. Shock followed. The street saw blood and silence. No driver errors listed. The city’s danger remains.
A cyclist traveling south on Rockaway Ave struck a 71-year-old woman who was not in the roadway. She suffered severe facial lacerations and was in shock. According to the police report, the crash involved a bike and a pedestrian, with no specific driver errors or contributing factors listed. The police report notes the pedestrian was not at an intersection. No helmet or signal issues were cited. The incident underscores the persistent risks faced by pedestrians in Brooklyn.
17S 8344
Walker votes yes to extend school speed zones, improving child pedestrian safety.▸Jun 17 - 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
13
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸Jun 13 - A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
6
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Jun 6 - Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
10
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Sutter Ave▸May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
23
Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
-
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
27
Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
18
Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
31
Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Jun 17 - 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
13
Rear Passenger Killed in Sedan Collision on Mother Gaston Blvd▸Jun 13 - A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
6
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Jun 6 - Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
10
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Sutter Ave▸May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
23
Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
-
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
27
Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
18
Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
31
Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Jun 13 - A sedan parked on Mother Gaston Boulevard was struck. The left rear passenger, a 31-year-old woman, died. The crash left the sedan’s left side crushed. The cause remains unspecified. The street saw another life ended by impact.
A deadly crash occurred on Mother Gaston Boulevard at East New York Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a sedan parked on the street was hit, crushing its left side doors. A 31-year-old woman, seated as the left rear passenger, was killed. Another occupant, also a 31-year-old woman, was involved. The report lists the contributing factor as 'Unspecified.' The sedan was stationary before the crash. The second vehicle, type unspecified, struck the sedan’s left side with its right front bumper. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The report does not mention helmet or signal use as a factor. The impact proved fatal for the rear passenger, underscoring the persistent danger on city streets.
6
Sedans Collide on Powell Street, Three Injured▸Jun 6 - Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
10
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Sutter Ave▸May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
23
Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
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Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
27
Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
18
Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
31
Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Jun 6 - Two sedans slammed together at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue. Metal crushed. Three men hurt. One driver left unconscious. Police cite traffic control ignored and unlicensed driving.
According to the police report, two sedans collided at Powell Street and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. Three men were injured. One driver, age 35, was found unconscious with crush injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as a contributing factor. One driver was unlicensed at the time of the crash. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one vehicle demolished. The police report does not mention helmet or signal use as factors. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and drive without a license.
10
Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian Crossing Sutter Ave▸May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
23
Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
-
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
27
Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
18
Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
31
Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
May 10 - A 72-year-old man crossing Sutter Ave with the signal was killed by a sedan. The crash left the pedestrian dead at the intersection. Two car occupants were unhurt. No driver errors listed in the police report.
A sedan hit and killed a 72-year-old man as he crossed Sutter Ave at Osborn St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pedestrian was crossing with the signal at the intersection when the crash occurred. The impact struck the pedestrian's entire body, resulting in his death. Two occupants in the sedan, including the driver, were not injured. The police report does not list any contributing driver errors or factors in this crash.
23
Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
-
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
27
Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
18
Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
31
Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
-
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
27
Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
18
Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
31
Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
- Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger, amny, Published 2025-04-10
2
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
-
Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-03-02
27
Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
18
Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
31
Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Mar 2 - A man sped through a stop sign in Brownsville. His Mercedes hit a school bus. His passenger died. He ran from the wreck in a taxi. Police found him later. The victim’s family mourns. The street remains unchanged.
NY Daily News reported on March 2, 2025, that Tyree Epps, 32, drove a Mercedes-Benz without a license, ran a stop sign on Van Sinderen Ave, and crashed into a school bus. The article states, “After the crash, Epps hopped in a taxi and took off, leaving his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, in the front seat suffering severe head trauma.” Epps faces charges of manslaughter, criminally negligent homicide, leaving the scene, and unlicensed driving. The bus driver survived. The crash exposes ongoing risks from unlicensed, reckless drivers and the persistent danger at city intersections. The victim’s family is left to grieve and organize a funeral, while the intersection remains a site of loss.
- Unlicensed Driver Flees Fatal Brooklyn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-03-02
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Speeding Unlicensed Driver Kills Passenger in Brooklyn Crash▸Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
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Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
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Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Feb 27 - A sedan tore down Van Sinderen Avenue, slammed a bus, then a parked truck. Metal screamed. The front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, died in her seat. Head wounds ended everything. She never saw it coming. The driver had no license.
A deadly crash unfolded on Van Sinderen Avenue near Blake Avenue in Brooklyn when, according to the police report, a sedan traveling at 'unsafe speed' collided with a bus and then struck a parked box truck. The report states the sedan's front passenger, a 26-year-old woman, suffered fatal head injuries and died at the scene. The sedan's driver was unlicensed, as documented in the official vehicle records. The police report attributes the primary contributing factor to 'Unsafe Speed.' The narrative describes the sedan as 'slammed into a bus, then a parked box truck,' underscoring the violent sequence. No contributing factors related to the victim's behavior are cited in the report. The focus remains on the unlicensed driver’s excessive speed and the systemic danger posed by unqualified motorists operating vehicles on city streets.
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Car Strikes Man on St. Johns Place, Head Bleeding▸Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
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Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Feb 18 - A westbound car hit a 42-year-old man near Eastern Parkway. He lay semiconscious, blood pooling from his head. No crosswalk, no warning, just the sudden violence of metal against flesh and the silence that followed.
A 42-year-old man was struck by a westbound car on St. Johns Place near Eastern Parkway in Brooklyn, according to the police report. The report describes the man lying semiconscious on the pavement, bleeding from the head after being hit by the vehicle's left front bumper. The incident occurred at 20:56. The police report notes, 'No crosswalk. No warning. Just blood on the road and silence.' The pedestrian was not at an intersection when struck. No contributing factors or vehicle types were listed in the police report, and no driver actions are specified. The report does not indicate any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the impact and the severe injury suffered by the pedestrian.
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Moped Rider Killed in Head-On Collision With Turning Sedan▸Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.
Dec 31 - Before sunrise on Pennsylvania Avenue, a 24-year-old moped rider slammed into a turning sedan. He flew from his seat, helmet on, skull crushed. Death came fast, the street stained with loss. Two wheels, one life, ended in Brooklyn.
A deadly crash unfolded on Pennsylvania Avenue near Pitkin Avenue in Brooklyn, early in the morning. According to the police report, a moped traveling straight collided head-on with a sedan that was making a left turn. The 24-year-old moped rider was ejected from his seat, suffering fatal head injuries despite wearing a helmet. The report states the moped struck the sedan's center front end while the sedan was turning. Both vehicles sustained significant front-end damage. The police report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified,' but the sequence of events highlights the systemic danger when turning vehicles cross the paths of vulnerable road users. The moped rider's helmet use is noted in the report, but the impact proved overwhelming. The crash left the young rider dead in the street, underscoring the lethal consequences of vehicle movements and street design.