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 13
▸ Crush Injuries 5
▸ Amputation 1
▸ Severe Bleeding 5
▸ Severe Lacerations 9
▸ Concussion 13
▸ Whiplash 98
▸ Contusion/Bruise 139
▸ Abrasion 109
▸ Pain/Nausea 45
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.
CloseAbout these numbers
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.
Caught Speeding Recently in AD 56
- 2024 Gray BMW Sedan (LKM6400) – 153 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2022 Gray Cadillac Suburban (KWS1161) – 87 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2009 Infiniti Sedan (MJN6892) – 85 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2025 Gr Land Rover Suburban (LNP4539) – 57 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2022 Black Mitsubishi Suburban (LUL3268) – 48 times • 2 in last 90d here
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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Bed-Stuy’s deadly loop: a woman dragged, a child lost, and nights that don’t end
AD 56: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 26, 2025
Bed-Stuy doesn’t sleep. The crashes don’t either.
On May 24, 2025, just before midnight in Bedford‑Stuyvesant, a driver rear‑ended Tiffany Cifuni on Marcus Garvey and Van Buren. She got out. The other driver hit the gas, struck her, dragged her, and fled the wrong way. Tiffany died at the hospital. She was 32, and pregnant. Prosecutors later said the defendant “floored the gas, instantly striking Tiffany.” NY Daily News | New York Post | The Brooklyn Paper
Her husband’s words were plain: “I lost my whole family tonight.” NY Daily News
Across Assembly District 56, the toll grinds on. Since 2022, seven pedestrians are dead, two riders of other motorized devices are dead, and four vehicle occupants are dead. Injuries run into the thousands. NYC Open Data
Nights hit hardest
The bodies pile up after dark. Deaths spike around 2–4 AM and again near 6 PM and late night. Two deaths at 4 AM. Two more at 6 PM. Two at 11 PM. The pattern is steady. NYC Open Data
Broadway and Atlantic are the worst wounds. On Broadway, two deaths and 187 people hurt. On Atlantic, two more deaths and 159 hurt. These are not secrets. They are addresses. NYC Open Data
SUVs keep hitting people on foot. Six pedestrians dead from SUVs in this period, with scores more injured. Trucks and buses add their share. NYC Open Data
Atlantic keeps taking
On Aug 30, 2024, just before 7 AM at Broadway and Myrtle, a 63‑year‑old man was killed while crossing at the intersection. The listed vehicle was an SUV. NYC Open Data
On Nov 7, 2023, on Atlantic at Brooklyn Avenue, a crash killed a 4‑year‑old boy riding as a passenger. The driver was 16 and listed with a permit. Unsafe speed was noted. A family car became a coffin. NYC Open Data
These are not outliers. They are the map.
The corners we keep passing
Investigators list “other factors” again and again. Eleven deaths sit under that blank line. It tells you what it tells you: not much. But people are still dead. NYC Open Data
DOT pitched a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Data showed protected lanes cut pedestrian injuries by 21%. The plan drew support and pushback. The lane was supposed to go in during 2023. Streetsblog
School speed cameras run 24/7 through 2030. Albany extended the law this June. That keeps a watch on the worst hours. It won’t bring anyone back. Open States: S 8344
Fix what we can touch
Start where the blood is: Broadway and Atlantic. Daylight every corner. Give leading pedestrian intervals. Harden the turns. Narrow the lanes. Protect the bike lane on Bedford, end to end. Put cameras on the approaches to both corridors and keep them hot at night. NYC Open Data | Streetsblog
Then take on the drivers who won’t stop. Albany has a bill that would force the worst repeat speeders—people with 11 DMV points in 18 months or 16 camera tickets in a year—to use speed limiters that keep cars within 5 MPH of the limit. It is called the Stop Super Speeders Act. Take Action
Finally, slow the whole city. Sammy’s Law lets New York lower the default to 20 MPH. Fewer families at funerals. Fewer names to learn. Take Action
Voices that don’t fade
“We just want to say that we’re happy today happened… we’re going to not rest until this is over and we get justice.” — Tiffany Cifuni’s husband, outside court. NY Daily News
“At that moment, the defendant floored the gas, instantly striking Tiffany, causing her body to become lodged beneath the vehicle.” — Assistant District Attorney Tara Kelly. New York Post
“The alleged driver of the Chevy Trax hit the gas and struck Cifuni from behind… The victim was dragged under the suspect’s car.” — police account reported by The Brooklyn Paper. The Brooklyn Paper
What now
The pattern is clear. The places are known. The hours are known. The names keep changing.
Lower speeds. Lock down repeat speeders. Fix the deadly blocks. Do it now. Take Action
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-26
- Pregnant Woman Killed After Brooklyn Crash, NY Daily News, Published 2025-06-18
- Driver Kills Pregnant Woman In Brooklyn, New York Post, Published 2025-06-19
- Pregnant Woman Killed In Brooklyn Hit-And-Run, The Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-06-18
- DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-04-28
- File S 8344, Open States, Published 2025-06-17
Fix the Problem
District 56
1368 Fulton St. 3rd Floor, NW, Brooklyn, NY 11216
Room 553, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
Other Representatives
District 36
1360 Fulton Street, Suite 500, Brooklyn, NY 11216
718-919-0740
250 Broadway, Suite 1743, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7354
District 20
1077 Nostrand Ave. Ground Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Room 806, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
AD 56 Assembly District 56 sits in Brooklyn, Precinct 81, District 36, SD 20.
It contains Bedford-Stuyvesant (West), Bedford-Stuyvesant (East), Brooklyn CB3.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Assembly District 56
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Unlicensed E-Bike Rider Slams Stopped SUV in Brooklyn▸Jun 18 - A man on a Fly e-bike crashed into a stopped SUV on Chauncey Street. He flew from the saddle, pelvis shattered, awake on the asphalt. The report cites following too closely and inexperience. No helmet. No license. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old man operating a Fly e-bike eastbound on Chauncey Street near 155th in Brooklyn struck the rear of a stationary SUV at 10:10 a.m. The e-bike rider, unlicensed and without a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and suffered severe crush injuries to his pelvis. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors in the crash. The SUV, driven by a licensed woman, was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The e-bike's center front end crumpled on impact with the SUV's right rear bumper. The police narrative describes the rider as conscious but immobilized on the asphalt, staring at the sky. The report makes no mention of any error by the SUV driver, focusing instead on the e-bike operator's actions and lack of protective equipment.
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Dump Truck Scrapes Ambulance, Man Loses Arm▸May 14 - Steel tore flesh on Flushing Avenue. A dump truck veered too close, grinding a parked ambulance. Blood streaked the door. A 39-year-old man inside lost part of his arm. The truck did not yield. The city swallowed another limb.
A dump truck traveling east on Flushing Avenue near Tompkins Avenue in Brooklyn struck a parked ambulance, according to the police report. The report states both vehicles faced east when the dump truck 'scraped a parked ambulance.' Inside the ambulance, a 39-year-old man suffered an arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver error. The narrative notes, 'Steel shrieked. A 39-year-old man inside lost part of his arm. Blood smeared the door.' The man was not wearing a seatbelt, but the report attributes the crash to the dump truck driver’s actions. No evidence in the report suggests the victim’s behavior contributed to the collision. The impact left one man permanently injured, underscoring the dangers posed by inattentive driving and large vehicles on city streets.
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Head-On Collision on Ralph Avenue Injures Young Driver▸May 5 - Metal shrieked at Ralph and Gates. Two cars collided head-on. A 20-year-old driver, belted in, suffered head trauma and crushing pain. The cause: driver inattention. The street fell silent in the aftermath.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at the corner of Ralph Avenue and Gates Avenue in Brooklyn just before midnight, according to the police report. The report states that a 20-year-old male driver, secured by a lap belt and harness, remained conscious but sustained head trauma and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor in the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact, with damage concentrated at the front ends. The narrative describes the moment: 'Metal screamed. A 20-year-old driver, belted in, stayed conscious through head trauma and crushing pain. The cause: inattention.' No other contributing factors are cited. The report makes clear that driver distraction led directly to the violent collision and resulting injuries.
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Cyclist Thrown Headfirst by Broken Pavement▸May 2 - A woman riding east on Gates Avenue struck a defective patch of road. Her bike stopped cold. She flew forward, her helmet cracking on impact. Blood pooled as she lay incoherent. The street’s broken surface drew its price.
A 38-year-old woman riding a bicycle eastbound on Gates Avenue was severely injured when defective pavement caused her to crash, according to the police report. The report describes how 'the road gave way,' halting her bike and sending her headfirst to the ground. She suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was described as incoherent at the scene. The police report identifies 'Pavement Defective' as the sole contributing factor in the crash. The narrative notes her helmet cracked on impact, but no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed by hazardous street conditions to vulnerable road users.
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Moped Driver Dies in Head-On Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 16 - A 46-year-old man riding east on Atlantic Avenue struck an object head-on. His skull bore the force. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inattention. The night swallowed another life on Brooklyn’s streets.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old man was operating a Fly Wing moped eastbound on Atlantic Avenue at Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn when he collided head-on with an object. The report states the impact was to the center front end of the moped, causing fatal head injuries to the driver, who died at the scene. The police explicitly list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The narrative underscores that the victim’s skull took the brunt of the blow. No other vehicles or persons are reported involved. The report does not specify the use of any safety equipment by the victim, nor does it list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the systemic danger posed by driver distraction, as detailed in the official police account.
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Sedan Driver Inattention Hurls E-Scooter Rider Headfirst▸Feb 24 - A sedan slammed into a southbound e-scooter on Tompkins Avenue. The rider flew headfirst onto the pavement, blood pooling beneath him. Driver inattention ruled the night. Sirens came late. The street bore witness to another wound.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a southbound e-scooter near Tompkins Avenue and Halsey Street in Brooklyn at 11:56 p.m. The e-scooter rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan's point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was hit at the center front end. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The narrative describes the rider flying headfirst onto the pavement, blood pooling on the street, and the driver remaining silent. The incident underscores the deadly consequences of driver inattention for vulnerable road users.
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Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸Nov 7 - A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed by Colliding SUVs▸Nov 2 - Two SUVs crashed at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street. A 79-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck and killed. She lay broken in the crosswalk. The drivers failed to yield. The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.
A deadly crash unfolded at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. Two SUVs collided. According to the police report, a 79-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when the vehicles struck her. She suffered fatal crush injuries to her entire body. The report states, “The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.” Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was in the crosswalk, following the signal. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The drivers’ errors led to a fatal outcome for a vulnerable pedestrian.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Crossing Broadway▸Oct 18 - A Jeep sped down Broadway. The woman stepped into the crosswalk, signal in her favor. Steel hit flesh. Her head struck the pavement. She died there, a life ended by a driver who failed to yield.
A 68-year-old woman was killed while crossing Broadway at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when a Jeep SUV traveling south did not stop. The vehicle struck her, causing fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman died at the scene. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when drivers do not yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Thrown and Injured▸Sep 20 - On Tompkins Avenue, metal slammed metal. An SUV and a moped turned left, both southbound. The moped rider flew from his seat. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He lay conscious, pain sharp, pavement cold.
A crash on Tompkins Avenue near Pulaski Street in Brooklyn left a 46-year-old moped rider injured. According to the police report, both a station wagon/SUV and a moped were making left turns southbound when they collided. The impact threw the moped rider from his vehicle, causing severe lacerations to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was conscious at the scene, blood darkening the pavement beneath him. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel; the moped was struck at the center front end.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Kills Motorscooter Rider▸Aug 6 - A sedan ran the light at Marcus Garvey and Decatur. It struck a motorscooter broadside. The rider, 26, was thrown and killed. Head trauma. No helmet. Blood on the street. Dawn broke over shattered glass and silence.
A deadly crash unfolded at Marcus Garvey Boulevard and Decatur Street in Brooklyn. A sedan struck a 26-year-old motorscooter rider broadside. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The rider was ejected and suffered fatal head trauma. The report states, 'Signal ignored. Scooter crushed. Blood pooled as dawn crept over broken glass and silence.' The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the failure to obey traffic control. The motorscooter was demolished. The crash left one dead and a city street stained with loss.
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Minibike Slams Bus After Brake Failure in Brooklyn▸Jun 29 - A 26-year-old on a minibike crashed into a bus on Halsey Street. Brakes failed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The night was tense. The street was silent. Danger lingered at the corner.
A 26-year-old man riding a minibike struck the rear of a bus at the corner of Halsey Street and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the minibike's brakes were defective. The rider suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding heavily but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “Brakes failed. His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The only contributing factor listed is 'Brakes Defective.' The report also notes that the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned after the mechanical failure. No injuries were reported for the bus occupants. The crash left the street in a hush, underscoring the peril faced by vulnerable road users.
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Zinerman Questions Safety Benefits of Bedford Protected Bike Lane▸Apr 28 - DOT plans a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Cyclists and pedestrians back the move. Critics question safety gains. DOT cites data: protected lanes cut injuries. Council Member Chi Oss supports the upgrade. Installation set for late 2023.
On April 28, 2023, the Department of Transportation presented its plan to upgrade Bedford Avenue’s painted bike lane to a protected lane, covering Bergen Street to Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The proposal went before Community Boards 8 and 3, both in high-injury areas with little bike infrastructure. The DOT’s summary: 'upgrade the Bedford Avenue bike lane from a painted lane to a protected bike lane.' Council Member Chi Oss supports the project, though he did not attend the meeting. Former Assembly Member Tremaine Wright and Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits, but DOT officials countered with data showing a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Community voices demanded safer streets. The city plans to install the new lane in the second half of 2023.
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DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-04-28
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Zinerman Supports Safety Boosting Age Friendly Brooklyn Plan▸Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
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BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-27
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SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
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Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
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BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Jun 18 - A man on a Fly e-bike crashed into a stopped SUV on Chauncey Street. He flew from the saddle, pelvis shattered, awake on the asphalt. The report cites following too closely and inexperience. No helmet. No license. The street stayed silent.
According to the police report, a 56-year-old man operating a Fly e-bike eastbound on Chauncey Street near 155th in Brooklyn struck the rear of a stationary SUV at 10:10 a.m. The e-bike rider, unlicensed and without a helmet, was ejected from his vehicle and suffered severe crush injuries to his pelvis. The report lists 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors in the crash. The SUV, driven by a licensed woman, was stopped in traffic when the collision occurred. The e-bike's center front end crumpled on impact with the SUV's right rear bumper. The police narrative describes the rider as conscious but immobilized on the asphalt, staring at the sky. The report makes no mention of any error by the SUV driver, focusing instead on the e-bike operator's actions and lack of protective equipment.
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Dump Truck Scrapes Ambulance, Man Loses Arm▸May 14 - Steel tore flesh on Flushing Avenue. A dump truck veered too close, grinding a parked ambulance. Blood streaked the door. A 39-year-old man inside lost part of his arm. The truck did not yield. The city swallowed another limb.
A dump truck traveling east on Flushing Avenue near Tompkins Avenue in Brooklyn struck a parked ambulance, according to the police report. The report states both vehicles faced east when the dump truck 'scraped a parked ambulance.' Inside the ambulance, a 39-year-old man suffered an arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver error. The narrative notes, 'Steel shrieked. A 39-year-old man inside lost part of his arm. Blood smeared the door.' The man was not wearing a seatbelt, but the report attributes the crash to the dump truck driver’s actions. No evidence in the report suggests the victim’s behavior contributed to the collision. The impact left one man permanently injured, underscoring the dangers posed by inattentive driving and large vehicles on city streets.
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Head-On Collision on Ralph Avenue Injures Young Driver▸May 5 - Metal shrieked at Ralph and Gates. Two cars collided head-on. A 20-year-old driver, belted in, suffered head trauma and crushing pain. The cause: driver inattention. The street fell silent in the aftermath.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at the corner of Ralph Avenue and Gates Avenue in Brooklyn just before midnight, according to the police report. The report states that a 20-year-old male driver, secured by a lap belt and harness, remained conscious but sustained head trauma and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor in the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact, with damage concentrated at the front ends. The narrative describes the moment: 'Metal screamed. A 20-year-old driver, belted in, stayed conscious through head trauma and crushing pain. The cause: inattention.' No other contributing factors are cited. The report makes clear that driver distraction led directly to the violent collision and resulting injuries.
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Cyclist Thrown Headfirst by Broken Pavement▸May 2 - A woman riding east on Gates Avenue struck a defective patch of road. Her bike stopped cold. She flew forward, her helmet cracking on impact. Blood pooled as she lay incoherent. The street’s broken surface drew its price.
A 38-year-old woman riding a bicycle eastbound on Gates Avenue was severely injured when defective pavement caused her to crash, according to the police report. The report describes how 'the road gave way,' halting her bike and sending her headfirst to the ground. She suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was described as incoherent at the scene. The police report identifies 'Pavement Defective' as the sole contributing factor in the crash. The narrative notes her helmet cracked on impact, but no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed by hazardous street conditions to vulnerable road users.
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Moped Driver Dies in Head-On Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 16 - A 46-year-old man riding east on Atlantic Avenue struck an object head-on. His skull bore the force. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inattention. The night swallowed another life on Brooklyn’s streets.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old man was operating a Fly Wing moped eastbound on Atlantic Avenue at Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn when he collided head-on with an object. The report states the impact was to the center front end of the moped, causing fatal head injuries to the driver, who died at the scene. The police explicitly list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The narrative underscores that the victim’s skull took the brunt of the blow. No other vehicles or persons are reported involved. The report does not specify the use of any safety equipment by the victim, nor does it list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the systemic danger posed by driver distraction, as detailed in the official police account.
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Sedan Driver Inattention Hurls E-Scooter Rider Headfirst▸Feb 24 - A sedan slammed into a southbound e-scooter on Tompkins Avenue. The rider flew headfirst onto the pavement, blood pooling beneath him. Driver inattention ruled the night. Sirens came late. The street bore witness to another wound.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a southbound e-scooter near Tompkins Avenue and Halsey Street in Brooklyn at 11:56 p.m. The e-scooter rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan's point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was hit at the center front end. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The narrative describes the rider flying headfirst onto the pavement, blood pooling on the street, and the driver remaining silent. The incident underscores the deadly consequences of driver inattention for vulnerable road users.
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Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸Nov 7 - A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed by Colliding SUVs▸Nov 2 - Two SUVs crashed at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street. A 79-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck and killed. She lay broken in the crosswalk. The drivers failed to yield. The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.
A deadly crash unfolded at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. Two SUVs collided. According to the police report, a 79-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when the vehicles struck her. She suffered fatal crush injuries to her entire body. The report states, “The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.” Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was in the crosswalk, following the signal. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The drivers’ errors led to a fatal outcome for a vulnerable pedestrian.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Crossing Broadway▸Oct 18 - A Jeep sped down Broadway. The woman stepped into the crosswalk, signal in her favor. Steel hit flesh. Her head struck the pavement. She died there, a life ended by a driver who failed to yield.
A 68-year-old woman was killed while crossing Broadway at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when a Jeep SUV traveling south did not stop. The vehicle struck her, causing fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman died at the scene. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when drivers do not yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Thrown and Injured▸Sep 20 - On Tompkins Avenue, metal slammed metal. An SUV and a moped turned left, both southbound. The moped rider flew from his seat. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He lay conscious, pain sharp, pavement cold.
A crash on Tompkins Avenue near Pulaski Street in Brooklyn left a 46-year-old moped rider injured. According to the police report, both a station wagon/SUV and a moped were making left turns southbound when they collided. The impact threw the moped rider from his vehicle, causing severe lacerations to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was conscious at the scene, blood darkening the pavement beneath him. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel; the moped was struck at the center front end.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Kills Motorscooter Rider▸Aug 6 - A sedan ran the light at Marcus Garvey and Decatur. It struck a motorscooter broadside. The rider, 26, was thrown and killed. Head trauma. No helmet. Blood on the street. Dawn broke over shattered glass and silence.
A deadly crash unfolded at Marcus Garvey Boulevard and Decatur Street in Brooklyn. A sedan struck a 26-year-old motorscooter rider broadside. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The rider was ejected and suffered fatal head trauma. The report states, 'Signal ignored. Scooter crushed. Blood pooled as dawn crept over broken glass and silence.' The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the failure to obey traffic control. The motorscooter was demolished. The crash left one dead and a city street stained with loss.
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Minibike Slams Bus After Brake Failure in Brooklyn▸Jun 29 - A 26-year-old on a minibike crashed into a bus on Halsey Street. Brakes failed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The night was tense. The street was silent. Danger lingered at the corner.
A 26-year-old man riding a minibike struck the rear of a bus at the corner of Halsey Street and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the minibike's brakes were defective. The rider suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding heavily but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “Brakes failed. His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The only contributing factor listed is 'Brakes Defective.' The report also notes that the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned after the mechanical failure. No injuries were reported for the bus occupants. The crash left the street in a hush, underscoring the peril faced by vulnerable road users.
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Zinerman Questions Safety Benefits of Bedford Protected Bike Lane▸Apr 28 - DOT plans a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Cyclists and pedestrians back the move. Critics question safety gains. DOT cites data: protected lanes cut injuries. Council Member Chi Oss supports the upgrade. Installation set for late 2023.
On April 28, 2023, the Department of Transportation presented its plan to upgrade Bedford Avenue’s painted bike lane to a protected lane, covering Bergen Street to Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The proposal went before Community Boards 8 and 3, both in high-injury areas with little bike infrastructure. The DOT’s summary: 'upgrade the Bedford Avenue bike lane from a painted lane to a protected bike lane.' Council Member Chi Oss supports the project, though he did not attend the meeting. Former Assembly Member Tremaine Wright and Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits, but DOT officials countered with data showing a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Community voices demanded safer streets. The city plans to install the new lane in the second half of 2023.
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DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-04-28
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Zinerman Supports Safety Boosting Age Friendly Brooklyn Plan▸Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
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BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-27
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SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
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Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
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BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
May 14 - Steel tore flesh on Flushing Avenue. A dump truck veered too close, grinding a parked ambulance. Blood streaked the door. A 39-year-old man inside lost part of his arm. The truck did not yield. The city swallowed another limb.
A dump truck traveling east on Flushing Avenue near Tompkins Avenue in Brooklyn struck a parked ambulance, according to the police report. The report states both vehicles faced east when the dump truck 'scraped a parked ambulance.' Inside the ambulance, a 39-year-old man suffered an arm amputation. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Passing Too Closely' as contributing factors, highlighting clear driver error. The narrative notes, 'Steel shrieked. A 39-year-old man inside lost part of his arm. Blood smeared the door.' The man was not wearing a seatbelt, but the report attributes the crash to the dump truck driver’s actions. No evidence in the report suggests the victim’s behavior contributed to the collision. The impact left one man permanently injured, underscoring the dangers posed by inattentive driving and large vehicles on city streets.
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Head-On Collision on Ralph Avenue Injures Young Driver▸May 5 - Metal shrieked at Ralph and Gates. Two cars collided head-on. A 20-year-old driver, belted in, suffered head trauma and crushing pain. The cause: driver inattention. The street fell silent in the aftermath.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at the corner of Ralph Avenue and Gates Avenue in Brooklyn just before midnight, according to the police report. The report states that a 20-year-old male driver, secured by a lap belt and harness, remained conscious but sustained head trauma and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor in the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact, with damage concentrated at the front ends. The narrative describes the moment: 'Metal screamed. A 20-year-old driver, belted in, stayed conscious through head trauma and crushing pain. The cause: inattention.' No other contributing factors are cited. The report makes clear that driver distraction led directly to the violent collision and resulting injuries.
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Cyclist Thrown Headfirst by Broken Pavement▸May 2 - A woman riding east on Gates Avenue struck a defective patch of road. Her bike stopped cold. She flew forward, her helmet cracking on impact. Blood pooled as she lay incoherent. The street’s broken surface drew its price.
A 38-year-old woman riding a bicycle eastbound on Gates Avenue was severely injured when defective pavement caused her to crash, according to the police report. The report describes how 'the road gave way,' halting her bike and sending her headfirst to the ground. She suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was described as incoherent at the scene. The police report identifies 'Pavement Defective' as the sole contributing factor in the crash. The narrative notes her helmet cracked on impact, but no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed by hazardous street conditions to vulnerable road users.
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Moped Driver Dies in Head-On Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 16 - A 46-year-old man riding east on Atlantic Avenue struck an object head-on. His skull bore the force. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inattention. The night swallowed another life on Brooklyn’s streets.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old man was operating a Fly Wing moped eastbound on Atlantic Avenue at Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn when he collided head-on with an object. The report states the impact was to the center front end of the moped, causing fatal head injuries to the driver, who died at the scene. The police explicitly list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The narrative underscores that the victim’s skull took the brunt of the blow. No other vehicles or persons are reported involved. The report does not specify the use of any safety equipment by the victim, nor does it list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the systemic danger posed by driver distraction, as detailed in the official police account.
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Sedan Driver Inattention Hurls E-Scooter Rider Headfirst▸Feb 24 - A sedan slammed into a southbound e-scooter on Tompkins Avenue. The rider flew headfirst onto the pavement, blood pooling beneath him. Driver inattention ruled the night. Sirens came late. The street bore witness to another wound.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a southbound e-scooter near Tompkins Avenue and Halsey Street in Brooklyn at 11:56 p.m. The e-scooter rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan's point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was hit at the center front end. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The narrative describes the rider flying headfirst onto the pavement, blood pooling on the street, and the driver remaining silent. The incident underscores the deadly consequences of driver inattention for vulnerable road users.
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Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸Nov 7 - A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed by Colliding SUVs▸Nov 2 - Two SUVs crashed at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street. A 79-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck and killed. She lay broken in the crosswalk. The drivers failed to yield. The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.
A deadly crash unfolded at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. Two SUVs collided. According to the police report, a 79-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when the vehicles struck her. She suffered fatal crush injuries to her entire body. The report states, “The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.” Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was in the crosswalk, following the signal. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The drivers’ errors led to a fatal outcome for a vulnerable pedestrian.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Crossing Broadway▸Oct 18 - A Jeep sped down Broadway. The woman stepped into the crosswalk, signal in her favor. Steel hit flesh. Her head struck the pavement. She died there, a life ended by a driver who failed to yield.
A 68-year-old woman was killed while crossing Broadway at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when a Jeep SUV traveling south did not stop. The vehicle struck her, causing fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman died at the scene. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when drivers do not yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Thrown and Injured▸Sep 20 - On Tompkins Avenue, metal slammed metal. An SUV and a moped turned left, both southbound. The moped rider flew from his seat. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He lay conscious, pain sharp, pavement cold.
A crash on Tompkins Avenue near Pulaski Street in Brooklyn left a 46-year-old moped rider injured. According to the police report, both a station wagon/SUV and a moped were making left turns southbound when they collided. The impact threw the moped rider from his vehicle, causing severe lacerations to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was conscious at the scene, blood darkening the pavement beneath him. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel; the moped was struck at the center front end.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Kills Motorscooter Rider▸Aug 6 - A sedan ran the light at Marcus Garvey and Decatur. It struck a motorscooter broadside. The rider, 26, was thrown and killed. Head trauma. No helmet. Blood on the street. Dawn broke over shattered glass and silence.
A deadly crash unfolded at Marcus Garvey Boulevard and Decatur Street in Brooklyn. A sedan struck a 26-year-old motorscooter rider broadside. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The rider was ejected and suffered fatal head trauma. The report states, 'Signal ignored. Scooter crushed. Blood pooled as dawn crept over broken glass and silence.' The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the failure to obey traffic control. The motorscooter was demolished. The crash left one dead and a city street stained with loss.
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Minibike Slams Bus After Brake Failure in Brooklyn▸Jun 29 - A 26-year-old on a minibike crashed into a bus on Halsey Street. Brakes failed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The night was tense. The street was silent. Danger lingered at the corner.
A 26-year-old man riding a minibike struck the rear of a bus at the corner of Halsey Street and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the minibike's brakes were defective. The rider suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding heavily but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “Brakes failed. His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The only contributing factor listed is 'Brakes Defective.' The report also notes that the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned after the mechanical failure. No injuries were reported for the bus occupants. The crash left the street in a hush, underscoring the peril faced by vulnerable road users.
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Zinerman Questions Safety Benefits of Bedford Protected Bike Lane▸Apr 28 - DOT plans a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Cyclists and pedestrians back the move. Critics question safety gains. DOT cites data: protected lanes cut injuries. Council Member Chi Oss supports the upgrade. Installation set for late 2023.
On April 28, 2023, the Department of Transportation presented its plan to upgrade Bedford Avenue’s painted bike lane to a protected lane, covering Bergen Street to Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The proposal went before Community Boards 8 and 3, both in high-injury areas with little bike infrastructure. The DOT’s summary: 'upgrade the Bedford Avenue bike lane from a painted lane to a protected bike lane.' Council Member Chi Oss supports the project, though he did not attend the meeting. Former Assembly Member Tremaine Wright and Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits, but DOT officials countered with data showing a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Community voices demanded safer streets. The city plans to install the new lane in the second half of 2023.
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DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-04-28
27
Zinerman Supports Safety Boosting Age Friendly Brooklyn Plan▸Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
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BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-27
14
SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
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Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
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BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
May 5 - Metal shrieked at Ralph and Gates. Two cars collided head-on. A 20-year-old driver, belted in, suffered head trauma and crushing pain. The cause: driver inattention. The street fell silent in the aftermath.
A sedan and an SUV collided head-on at the corner of Ralph Avenue and Gates Avenue in Brooklyn just before midnight, according to the police report. The report states that a 20-year-old male driver, secured by a lap belt and harness, remained conscious but sustained head trauma and crush injuries. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor in the crash. Both vehicles were traveling straight ahead before impact, with damage concentrated at the front ends. The narrative describes the moment: 'Metal screamed. A 20-year-old driver, belted in, stayed conscious through head trauma and crushing pain. The cause: inattention.' No other contributing factors are cited. The report makes clear that driver distraction led directly to the violent collision and resulting injuries.
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Cyclist Thrown Headfirst by Broken Pavement▸May 2 - A woman riding east on Gates Avenue struck a defective patch of road. Her bike stopped cold. She flew forward, her helmet cracking on impact. Blood pooled as she lay incoherent. The street’s broken surface drew its price.
A 38-year-old woman riding a bicycle eastbound on Gates Avenue was severely injured when defective pavement caused her to crash, according to the police report. The report describes how 'the road gave way,' halting her bike and sending her headfirst to the ground. She suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was described as incoherent at the scene. The police report identifies 'Pavement Defective' as the sole contributing factor in the crash. The narrative notes her helmet cracked on impact, but no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed by hazardous street conditions to vulnerable road users.
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Moped Driver Dies in Head-On Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 16 - A 46-year-old man riding east on Atlantic Avenue struck an object head-on. His skull bore the force. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inattention. The night swallowed another life on Brooklyn’s streets.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old man was operating a Fly Wing moped eastbound on Atlantic Avenue at Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn when he collided head-on with an object. The report states the impact was to the center front end of the moped, causing fatal head injuries to the driver, who died at the scene. The police explicitly list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The narrative underscores that the victim’s skull took the brunt of the blow. No other vehicles or persons are reported involved. The report does not specify the use of any safety equipment by the victim, nor does it list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the systemic danger posed by driver distraction, as detailed in the official police account.
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Sedan Driver Inattention Hurls E-Scooter Rider Headfirst▸Feb 24 - A sedan slammed into a southbound e-scooter on Tompkins Avenue. The rider flew headfirst onto the pavement, blood pooling beneath him. Driver inattention ruled the night. Sirens came late. The street bore witness to another wound.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a southbound e-scooter near Tompkins Avenue and Halsey Street in Brooklyn at 11:56 p.m. The e-scooter rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan's point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was hit at the center front end. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The narrative describes the rider flying headfirst onto the pavement, blood pooling on the street, and the driver remaining silent. The incident underscores the deadly consequences of driver inattention for vulnerable road users.
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Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸Nov 7 - A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed by Colliding SUVs▸Nov 2 - Two SUVs crashed at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street. A 79-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck and killed. She lay broken in the crosswalk. The drivers failed to yield. The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.
A deadly crash unfolded at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. Two SUVs collided. According to the police report, a 79-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when the vehicles struck her. She suffered fatal crush injuries to her entire body. The report states, “The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.” Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was in the crosswalk, following the signal. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The drivers’ errors led to a fatal outcome for a vulnerable pedestrian.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Crossing Broadway▸Oct 18 - A Jeep sped down Broadway. The woman stepped into the crosswalk, signal in her favor. Steel hit flesh. Her head struck the pavement. She died there, a life ended by a driver who failed to yield.
A 68-year-old woman was killed while crossing Broadway at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when a Jeep SUV traveling south did not stop. The vehicle struck her, causing fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman died at the scene. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when drivers do not yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Thrown and Injured▸Sep 20 - On Tompkins Avenue, metal slammed metal. An SUV and a moped turned left, both southbound. The moped rider flew from his seat. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He lay conscious, pain sharp, pavement cold.
A crash on Tompkins Avenue near Pulaski Street in Brooklyn left a 46-year-old moped rider injured. According to the police report, both a station wagon/SUV and a moped were making left turns southbound when they collided. The impact threw the moped rider from his vehicle, causing severe lacerations to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was conscious at the scene, blood darkening the pavement beneath him. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel; the moped was struck at the center front end.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Kills Motorscooter Rider▸Aug 6 - A sedan ran the light at Marcus Garvey and Decatur. It struck a motorscooter broadside. The rider, 26, was thrown and killed. Head trauma. No helmet. Blood on the street. Dawn broke over shattered glass and silence.
A deadly crash unfolded at Marcus Garvey Boulevard and Decatur Street in Brooklyn. A sedan struck a 26-year-old motorscooter rider broadside. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The rider was ejected and suffered fatal head trauma. The report states, 'Signal ignored. Scooter crushed. Blood pooled as dawn crept over broken glass and silence.' The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the failure to obey traffic control. The motorscooter was demolished. The crash left one dead and a city street stained with loss.
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Minibike Slams Bus After Brake Failure in Brooklyn▸Jun 29 - A 26-year-old on a minibike crashed into a bus on Halsey Street. Brakes failed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The night was tense. The street was silent. Danger lingered at the corner.
A 26-year-old man riding a minibike struck the rear of a bus at the corner of Halsey Street and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the minibike's brakes were defective. The rider suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding heavily but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “Brakes failed. His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The only contributing factor listed is 'Brakes Defective.' The report also notes that the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned after the mechanical failure. No injuries were reported for the bus occupants. The crash left the street in a hush, underscoring the peril faced by vulnerable road users.
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Zinerman Questions Safety Benefits of Bedford Protected Bike Lane▸Apr 28 - DOT plans a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Cyclists and pedestrians back the move. Critics question safety gains. DOT cites data: protected lanes cut injuries. Council Member Chi Oss supports the upgrade. Installation set for late 2023.
On April 28, 2023, the Department of Transportation presented its plan to upgrade Bedford Avenue’s painted bike lane to a protected lane, covering Bergen Street to Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The proposal went before Community Boards 8 and 3, both in high-injury areas with little bike infrastructure. The DOT’s summary: 'upgrade the Bedford Avenue bike lane from a painted lane to a protected bike lane.' Council Member Chi Oss supports the project, though he did not attend the meeting. Former Assembly Member Tremaine Wright and Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits, but DOT officials countered with data showing a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Community voices demanded safer streets. The city plans to install the new lane in the second half of 2023.
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DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-04-28
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Zinerman Supports Safety Boosting Age Friendly Brooklyn Plan▸Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
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BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-27
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SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
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Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
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BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
May 2 - A woman riding east on Gates Avenue struck a defective patch of road. Her bike stopped cold. She flew forward, her helmet cracking on impact. Blood pooled as she lay incoherent. The street’s broken surface drew its price.
A 38-year-old woman riding a bicycle eastbound on Gates Avenue was severely injured when defective pavement caused her to crash, according to the police report. The report describes how 'the road gave way,' halting her bike and sending her headfirst to the ground. She suffered a head injury with severe bleeding and was described as incoherent at the scene. The police report identifies 'Pavement Defective' as the sole contributing factor in the crash. The narrative notes her helmet cracked on impact, but no victim behavior is cited as a contributing factor. The incident underscores the danger posed by hazardous street conditions to vulnerable road users.
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Moped Driver Dies in Head-On Brooklyn Crash▸Mar 16 - A 46-year-old man riding east on Atlantic Avenue struck an object head-on. His skull bore the force. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inattention. The night swallowed another life on Brooklyn’s streets.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old man was operating a Fly Wing moped eastbound on Atlantic Avenue at Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn when he collided head-on with an object. The report states the impact was to the center front end of the moped, causing fatal head injuries to the driver, who died at the scene. The police explicitly list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The narrative underscores that the victim’s skull took the brunt of the blow. No other vehicles or persons are reported involved. The report does not specify the use of any safety equipment by the victim, nor does it list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the systemic danger posed by driver distraction, as detailed in the official police account.
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Sedan Driver Inattention Hurls E-Scooter Rider Headfirst▸Feb 24 - A sedan slammed into a southbound e-scooter on Tompkins Avenue. The rider flew headfirst onto the pavement, blood pooling beneath him. Driver inattention ruled the night. Sirens came late. The street bore witness to another wound.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a southbound e-scooter near Tompkins Avenue and Halsey Street in Brooklyn at 11:56 p.m. The e-scooter rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan's point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was hit at the center front end. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The narrative describes the rider flying headfirst onto the pavement, blood pooling on the street, and the driver remaining silent. The incident underscores the deadly consequences of driver inattention for vulnerable road users.
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Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸Nov 7 - A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed by Colliding SUVs▸Nov 2 - Two SUVs crashed at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street. A 79-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck and killed. She lay broken in the crosswalk. The drivers failed to yield. The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.
A deadly crash unfolded at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. Two SUVs collided. According to the police report, a 79-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when the vehicles struck her. She suffered fatal crush injuries to her entire body. The report states, “The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.” Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was in the crosswalk, following the signal. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The drivers’ errors led to a fatal outcome for a vulnerable pedestrian.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Crossing Broadway▸Oct 18 - A Jeep sped down Broadway. The woman stepped into the crosswalk, signal in her favor. Steel hit flesh. Her head struck the pavement. She died there, a life ended by a driver who failed to yield.
A 68-year-old woman was killed while crossing Broadway at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when a Jeep SUV traveling south did not stop. The vehicle struck her, causing fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman died at the scene. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when drivers do not yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Thrown and Injured▸Sep 20 - On Tompkins Avenue, metal slammed metal. An SUV and a moped turned left, both southbound. The moped rider flew from his seat. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He lay conscious, pain sharp, pavement cold.
A crash on Tompkins Avenue near Pulaski Street in Brooklyn left a 46-year-old moped rider injured. According to the police report, both a station wagon/SUV and a moped were making left turns southbound when they collided. The impact threw the moped rider from his vehicle, causing severe lacerations to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was conscious at the scene, blood darkening the pavement beneath him. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel; the moped was struck at the center front end.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Kills Motorscooter Rider▸Aug 6 - A sedan ran the light at Marcus Garvey and Decatur. It struck a motorscooter broadside. The rider, 26, was thrown and killed. Head trauma. No helmet. Blood on the street. Dawn broke over shattered glass and silence.
A deadly crash unfolded at Marcus Garvey Boulevard and Decatur Street in Brooklyn. A sedan struck a 26-year-old motorscooter rider broadside. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The rider was ejected and suffered fatal head trauma. The report states, 'Signal ignored. Scooter crushed. Blood pooled as dawn crept over broken glass and silence.' The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the failure to obey traffic control. The motorscooter was demolished. The crash left one dead and a city street stained with loss.
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Minibike Slams Bus After Brake Failure in Brooklyn▸Jun 29 - A 26-year-old on a minibike crashed into a bus on Halsey Street. Brakes failed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The night was tense. The street was silent. Danger lingered at the corner.
A 26-year-old man riding a minibike struck the rear of a bus at the corner of Halsey Street and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the minibike's brakes were defective. The rider suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding heavily but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “Brakes failed. His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The only contributing factor listed is 'Brakes Defective.' The report also notes that the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned after the mechanical failure. No injuries were reported for the bus occupants. The crash left the street in a hush, underscoring the peril faced by vulnerable road users.
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Zinerman Questions Safety Benefits of Bedford Protected Bike Lane▸Apr 28 - DOT plans a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Cyclists and pedestrians back the move. Critics question safety gains. DOT cites data: protected lanes cut injuries. Council Member Chi Oss supports the upgrade. Installation set for late 2023.
On April 28, 2023, the Department of Transportation presented its plan to upgrade Bedford Avenue’s painted bike lane to a protected lane, covering Bergen Street to Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The proposal went before Community Boards 8 and 3, both in high-injury areas with little bike infrastructure. The DOT’s summary: 'upgrade the Bedford Avenue bike lane from a painted lane to a protected bike lane.' Council Member Chi Oss supports the project, though he did not attend the meeting. Former Assembly Member Tremaine Wright and Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits, but DOT officials countered with data showing a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Community voices demanded safer streets. The city plans to install the new lane in the second half of 2023.
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DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-04-28
27
Zinerman Supports Safety Boosting Age Friendly Brooklyn Plan▸Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
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BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-27
14
SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
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Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
4
E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
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BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
24
Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Mar 16 - A 46-year-old man riding east on Atlantic Avenue struck an object head-on. His skull bore the force. He died at the scene. Police cite driver inattention. The night swallowed another life on Brooklyn’s streets.
According to the police report, a 46-year-old man was operating a Fly Wing moped eastbound on Atlantic Avenue at Kingston Avenue in Brooklyn when he collided head-on with an object. The report states the impact was to the center front end of the moped, causing fatal head injuries to the driver, who died at the scene. The police explicitly list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The narrative underscores that the victim’s skull took the brunt of the blow. No other vehicles or persons are reported involved. The report does not specify the use of any safety equipment by the victim, nor does it list any victim behavior as a contributing factor. The focus remains on the systemic danger posed by driver distraction, as detailed in the official police account.
24
Sedan Driver Inattention Hurls E-Scooter Rider Headfirst▸Feb 24 - A sedan slammed into a southbound e-scooter on Tompkins Avenue. The rider flew headfirst onto the pavement, blood pooling beneath him. Driver inattention ruled the night. Sirens came late. The street bore witness to another wound.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a southbound e-scooter near Tompkins Avenue and Halsey Street in Brooklyn at 11:56 p.m. The e-scooter rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan's point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was hit at the center front end. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The narrative describes the rider flying headfirst onto the pavement, blood pooling on the street, and the driver remaining silent. The incident underscores the deadly consequences of driver inattention for vulnerable road users.
7
Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸Nov 7 - A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed by Colliding SUVs▸Nov 2 - Two SUVs crashed at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street. A 79-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck and killed. She lay broken in the crosswalk. The drivers failed to yield. The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.
A deadly crash unfolded at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. Two SUVs collided. According to the police report, a 79-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when the vehicles struck her. She suffered fatal crush injuries to her entire body. The report states, “The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.” Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was in the crosswalk, following the signal. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The drivers’ errors led to a fatal outcome for a vulnerable pedestrian.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Crossing Broadway▸Oct 18 - A Jeep sped down Broadway. The woman stepped into the crosswalk, signal in her favor. Steel hit flesh. Her head struck the pavement. She died there, a life ended by a driver who failed to yield.
A 68-year-old woman was killed while crossing Broadway at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when a Jeep SUV traveling south did not stop. The vehicle struck her, causing fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman died at the scene. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when drivers do not yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Thrown and Injured▸Sep 20 - On Tompkins Avenue, metal slammed metal. An SUV and a moped turned left, both southbound. The moped rider flew from his seat. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He lay conscious, pain sharp, pavement cold.
A crash on Tompkins Avenue near Pulaski Street in Brooklyn left a 46-year-old moped rider injured. According to the police report, both a station wagon/SUV and a moped were making left turns southbound when they collided. The impact threw the moped rider from his vehicle, causing severe lacerations to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was conscious at the scene, blood darkening the pavement beneath him. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel; the moped was struck at the center front end.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Kills Motorscooter Rider▸Aug 6 - A sedan ran the light at Marcus Garvey and Decatur. It struck a motorscooter broadside. The rider, 26, was thrown and killed. Head trauma. No helmet. Blood on the street. Dawn broke over shattered glass and silence.
A deadly crash unfolded at Marcus Garvey Boulevard and Decatur Street in Brooklyn. A sedan struck a 26-year-old motorscooter rider broadside. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The rider was ejected and suffered fatal head trauma. The report states, 'Signal ignored. Scooter crushed. Blood pooled as dawn crept over broken glass and silence.' The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the failure to obey traffic control. The motorscooter was demolished. The crash left one dead and a city street stained with loss.
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Minibike Slams Bus After Brake Failure in Brooklyn▸Jun 29 - A 26-year-old on a minibike crashed into a bus on Halsey Street. Brakes failed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The night was tense. The street was silent. Danger lingered at the corner.
A 26-year-old man riding a minibike struck the rear of a bus at the corner of Halsey Street and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the minibike's brakes were defective. The rider suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding heavily but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “Brakes failed. His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The only contributing factor listed is 'Brakes Defective.' The report also notes that the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned after the mechanical failure. No injuries were reported for the bus occupants. The crash left the street in a hush, underscoring the peril faced by vulnerable road users.
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Zinerman Questions Safety Benefits of Bedford Protected Bike Lane▸Apr 28 - DOT plans a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Cyclists and pedestrians back the move. Critics question safety gains. DOT cites data: protected lanes cut injuries. Council Member Chi Oss supports the upgrade. Installation set for late 2023.
On April 28, 2023, the Department of Transportation presented its plan to upgrade Bedford Avenue’s painted bike lane to a protected lane, covering Bergen Street to Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The proposal went before Community Boards 8 and 3, both in high-injury areas with little bike infrastructure. The DOT’s summary: 'upgrade the Bedford Avenue bike lane from a painted lane to a protected bike lane.' Council Member Chi Oss supports the project, though he did not attend the meeting. Former Assembly Member Tremaine Wright and Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits, but DOT officials countered with data showing a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Community voices demanded safer streets. The city plans to install the new lane in the second half of 2023.
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DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-04-28
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Zinerman Supports Safety Boosting Age Friendly Brooklyn Plan▸Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
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BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-27
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SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
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Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
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BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Feb 24 - A sedan slammed into a southbound e-scooter on Tompkins Avenue. The rider flew headfirst onto the pavement, blood pooling beneath him. Driver inattention ruled the night. Sirens came late. The street bore witness to another wound.
According to the police report, a sedan struck a southbound e-scooter near Tompkins Avenue and Halsey Street in Brooklyn at 11:56 p.m. The e-scooter rider, a 34-year-old man, was ejected and suffered severe head lacerations. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor. The sedan's point of impact was the left rear quarter panel, while the e-scooter was hit at the center front end. The rider was not wearing a helmet, but this detail is mentioned only after the driver’s error. The narrative describes the rider flying headfirst onto the pavement, blood pooling on the street, and the driver remaining silent. The incident underscores the deadly consequences of driver inattention for vulnerable road users.
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Pickup Truck Strikes, Kills Child Passenger in Brooklyn▸Nov 7 - A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
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Elderly Pedestrian Killed by Colliding SUVs▸Nov 2 - Two SUVs crashed at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street. A 79-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck and killed. She lay broken in the crosswalk. The drivers failed to yield. The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.
A deadly crash unfolded at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. Two SUVs collided. According to the police report, a 79-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when the vehicles struck her. She suffered fatal crush injuries to her entire body. The report states, “The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.” Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was in the crosswalk, following the signal. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The drivers’ errors led to a fatal outcome for a vulnerable pedestrian.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Crossing Broadway▸Oct 18 - A Jeep sped down Broadway. The woman stepped into the crosswalk, signal in her favor. Steel hit flesh. Her head struck the pavement. She died there, a life ended by a driver who failed to yield.
A 68-year-old woman was killed while crossing Broadway at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when a Jeep SUV traveling south did not stop. The vehicle struck her, causing fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman died at the scene. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when drivers do not yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Thrown and Injured▸Sep 20 - On Tompkins Avenue, metal slammed metal. An SUV and a moped turned left, both southbound. The moped rider flew from his seat. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He lay conscious, pain sharp, pavement cold.
A crash on Tompkins Avenue near Pulaski Street in Brooklyn left a 46-year-old moped rider injured. According to the police report, both a station wagon/SUV and a moped were making left turns southbound when they collided. The impact threw the moped rider from his vehicle, causing severe lacerations to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was conscious at the scene, blood darkening the pavement beneath him. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel; the moped was struck at the center front end.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Kills Motorscooter Rider▸Aug 6 - A sedan ran the light at Marcus Garvey and Decatur. It struck a motorscooter broadside. The rider, 26, was thrown and killed. Head trauma. No helmet. Blood on the street. Dawn broke over shattered glass and silence.
A deadly crash unfolded at Marcus Garvey Boulevard and Decatur Street in Brooklyn. A sedan struck a 26-year-old motorscooter rider broadside. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The rider was ejected and suffered fatal head trauma. The report states, 'Signal ignored. Scooter crushed. Blood pooled as dawn crept over broken glass and silence.' The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the failure to obey traffic control. The motorscooter was demolished. The crash left one dead and a city street stained with loss.
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Minibike Slams Bus After Brake Failure in Brooklyn▸Jun 29 - A 26-year-old on a minibike crashed into a bus on Halsey Street. Brakes failed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The night was tense. The street was silent. Danger lingered at the corner.
A 26-year-old man riding a minibike struck the rear of a bus at the corner of Halsey Street and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the minibike's brakes were defective. The rider suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding heavily but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “Brakes failed. His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The only contributing factor listed is 'Brakes Defective.' The report also notes that the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned after the mechanical failure. No injuries were reported for the bus occupants. The crash left the street in a hush, underscoring the peril faced by vulnerable road users.
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Zinerman Questions Safety Benefits of Bedford Protected Bike Lane▸Apr 28 - DOT plans a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Cyclists and pedestrians back the move. Critics question safety gains. DOT cites data: protected lanes cut injuries. Council Member Chi Oss supports the upgrade. Installation set for late 2023.
On April 28, 2023, the Department of Transportation presented its plan to upgrade Bedford Avenue’s painted bike lane to a protected lane, covering Bergen Street to Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The proposal went before Community Boards 8 and 3, both in high-injury areas with little bike infrastructure. The DOT’s summary: 'upgrade the Bedford Avenue bike lane from a painted lane to a protected bike lane.' Council Member Chi Oss supports the project, though he did not attend the meeting. Former Assembly Member Tremaine Wright and Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits, but DOT officials countered with data showing a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Community voices demanded safer streets. The city plans to install the new lane in the second half of 2023.
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DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-04-28
27
Zinerman Supports Safety Boosting Age Friendly Brooklyn Plan▸Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
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BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-27
14
SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
13
Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
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BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
24
Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Nov 7 - A pickup truck moved east on Atlantic Avenue. The driver lost focus. The truck struck. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy bled out. Belt fastened. Airbag deployed. Nothing stopped the dying. Brooklyn lost another child to the street.
A pickup truck driven by a permit holder struck with its front on Atlantic Avenue near Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was inattentive or distracted. In the back seat, a four-year-old boy suffered severe bleeding and died. He was wearing a seatbelt and the airbag deployed. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The child, a rear passenger, was not ejected. The crash left the boy dead and exposed the deadly risk faced by passengers, even when safety equipment is used. The system failed to protect him.
2
Elderly Pedestrian Killed by Colliding SUVs▸Nov 2 - Two SUVs crashed at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street. A 79-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck and killed. She lay broken in the crosswalk. The drivers failed to yield. The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.
A deadly crash unfolded at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. Two SUVs collided. According to the police report, a 79-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when the vehicles struck her. She suffered fatal crush injuries to her entire body. The report states, “The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.” Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was in the crosswalk, following the signal. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The drivers’ errors led to a fatal outcome for a vulnerable pedestrian.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Crossing Broadway▸Oct 18 - A Jeep sped down Broadway. The woman stepped into the crosswalk, signal in her favor. Steel hit flesh. Her head struck the pavement. She died there, a life ended by a driver who failed to yield.
A 68-year-old woman was killed while crossing Broadway at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when a Jeep SUV traveling south did not stop. The vehicle struck her, causing fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman died at the scene. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when drivers do not yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
20
SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Thrown and Injured▸Sep 20 - On Tompkins Avenue, metal slammed metal. An SUV and a moped turned left, both southbound. The moped rider flew from his seat. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He lay conscious, pain sharp, pavement cold.
A crash on Tompkins Avenue near Pulaski Street in Brooklyn left a 46-year-old moped rider injured. According to the police report, both a station wagon/SUV and a moped were making left turns southbound when they collided. The impact threw the moped rider from his vehicle, causing severe lacerations to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was conscious at the scene, blood darkening the pavement beneath him. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel; the moped was struck at the center front end.
6
Sedan Ignores Signal, Kills Motorscooter Rider▸Aug 6 - A sedan ran the light at Marcus Garvey and Decatur. It struck a motorscooter broadside. The rider, 26, was thrown and killed. Head trauma. No helmet. Blood on the street. Dawn broke over shattered glass and silence.
A deadly crash unfolded at Marcus Garvey Boulevard and Decatur Street in Brooklyn. A sedan struck a 26-year-old motorscooter rider broadside. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The rider was ejected and suffered fatal head trauma. The report states, 'Signal ignored. Scooter crushed. Blood pooled as dawn crept over broken glass and silence.' The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the failure to obey traffic control. The motorscooter was demolished. The crash left one dead and a city street stained with loss.
29
Minibike Slams Bus After Brake Failure in Brooklyn▸Jun 29 - A 26-year-old on a minibike crashed into a bus on Halsey Street. Brakes failed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The night was tense. The street was silent. Danger lingered at the corner.
A 26-year-old man riding a minibike struck the rear of a bus at the corner of Halsey Street and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the minibike's brakes were defective. The rider suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding heavily but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “Brakes failed. His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The only contributing factor listed is 'Brakes Defective.' The report also notes that the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned after the mechanical failure. No injuries were reported for the bus occupants. The crash left the street in a hush, underscoring the peril faced by vulnerable road users.
28
Zinerman Questions Safety Benefits of Bedford Protected Bike Lane▸Apr 28 - DOT plans a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Cyclists and pedestrians back the move. Critics question safety gains. DOT cites data: protected lanes cut injuries. Council Member Chi Oss supports the upgrade. Installation set for late 2023.
On April 28, 2023, the Department of Transportation presented its plan to upgrade Bedford Avenue’s painted bike lane to a protected lane, covering Bergen Street to Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The proposal went before Community Boards 8 and 3, both in high-injury areas with little bike infrastructure. The DOT’s summary: 'upgrade the Bedford Avenue bike lane from a painted lane to a protected bike lane.' Council Member Chi Oss supports the project, though he did not attend the meeting. Former Assembly Member Tremaine Wright and Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits, but DOT officials countered with data showing a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Community voices demanded safer streets. The city plans to install the new lane in the second half of 2023.
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DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-04-28
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Zinerman Supports Safety Boosting Age Friendly Brooklyn Plan▸Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
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BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-27
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SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
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Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
4
E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
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BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Nov 2 - Two SUVs crashed at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street. A 79-year-old woman, crossing with the signal, was struck and killed. She lay broken in the crosswalk. The drivers failed to yield. The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.
A deadly crash unfolded at New York Avenue and Herkimer Street in Brooklyn. Two SUVs collided. According to the police report, a 79-year-old woman was crossing with the signal when the vehicles struck her. She suffered fatal crush injuries to her entire body. The report states, “The light was green. The right-of-way was hers.” Police list 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The woman was in the crosswalk, following the signal. No helmet or signal use is mentioned as a factor. The drivers’ errors led to a fatal outcome for a vulnerable pedestrian.
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SUV Strikes Elderly Woman Crossing Broadway▸Oct 18 - A Jeep sped down Broadway. The woman stepped into the crosswalk, signal in her favor. Steel hit flesh. Her head struck the pavement. She died there, a life ended by a driver who failed to yield.
A 68-year-old woman was killed while crossing Broadway at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when a Jeep SUV traveling south did not stop. The vehicle struck her, causing fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman died at the scene. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when drivers do not yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Thrown and Injured▸Sep 20 - On Tompkins Avenue, metal slammed metal. An SUV and a moped turned left, both southbound. The moped rider flew from his seat. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He lay conscious, pain sharp, pavement cold.
A crash on Tompkins Avenue near Pulaski Street in Brooklyn left a 46-year-old moped rider injured. According to the police report, both a station wagon/SUV and a moped were making left turns southbound when they collided. The impact threw the moped rider from his vehicle, causing severe lacerations to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was conscious at the scene, blood darkening the pavement beneath him. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel; the moped was struck at the center front end.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Kills Motorscooter Rider▸Aug 6 - A sedan ran the light at Marcus Garvey and Decatur. It struck a motorscooter broadside. The rider, 26, was thrown and killed. Head trauma. No helmet. Blood on the street. Dawn broke over shattered glass and silence.
A deadly crash unfolded at Marcus Garvey Boulevard and Decatur Street in Brooklyn. A sedan struck a 26-year-old motorscooter rider broadside. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The rider was ejected and suffered fatal head trauma. The report states, 'Signal ignored. Scooter crushed. Blood pooled as dawn crept over broken glass and silence.' The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the failure to obey traffic control. The motorscooter was demolished. The crash left one dead and a city street stained with loss.
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Minibike Slams Bus After Brake Failure in Brooklyn▸Jun 29 - A 26-year-old on a minibike crashed into a bus on Halsey Street. Brakes failed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The night was tense. The street was silent. Danger lingered at the corner.
A 26-year-old man riding a minibike struck the rear of a bus at the corner of Halsey Street and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the minibike's brakes were defective. The rider suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding heavily but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “Brakes failed. His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The only contributing factor listed is 'Brakes Defective.' The report also notes that the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned after the mechanical failure. No injuries were reported for the bus occupants. The crash left the street in a hush, underscoring the peril faced by vulnerable road users.
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Zinerman Questions Safety Benefits of Bedford Protected Bike Lane▸Apr 28 - DOT plans a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Cyclists and pedestrians back the move. Critics question safety gains. DOT cites data: protected lanes cut injuries. Council Member Chi Oss supports the upgrade. Installation set for late 2023.
On April 28, 2023, the Department of Transportation presented its plan to upgrade Bedford Avenue’s painted bike lane to a protected lane, covering Bergen Street to Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The proposal went before Community Boards 8 and 3, both in high-injury areas with little bike infrastructure. The DOT’s summary: 'upgrade the Bedford Avenue bike lane from a painted lane to a protected bike lane.' Council Member Chi Oss supports the project, though he did not attend the meeting. Former Assembly Member Tremaine Wright and Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits, but DOT officials countered with data showing a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Community voices demanded safer streets. The city plans to install the new lane in the second half of 2023.
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DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-04-28
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Zinerman Supports Safety Boosting Age Friendly Brooklyn Plan▸Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
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BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-27
14
SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
6
Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
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Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
4
E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
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BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Oct 18 - A Jeep sped down Broadway. The woman stepped into the crosswalk, signal in her favor. Steel hit flesh. Her head struck the pavement. She died there, a life ended by a driver who failed to yield.
A 68-year-old woman was killed while crossing Broadway at Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in the intersection, crossing with the signal, when a Jeep SUV traveling south did not stop. The vehicle struck her, causing fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The woman died at the scene. The data shows no mention of helmet use or signaling as factors. The crash highlights the deadly consequences when drivers do not yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.
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SUV Turns Into Moped, Rider Thrown and Injured▸Sep 20 - On Tompkins Avenue, metal slammed metal. An SUV and a moped turned left, both southbound. The moped rider flew from his seat. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He lay conscious, pain sharp, pavement cold.
A crash on Tompkins Avenue near Pulaski Street in Brooklyn left a 46-year-old moped rider injured. According to the police report, both a station wagon/SUV and a moped were making left turns southbound when they collided. The impact threw the moped rider from his vehicle, causing severe lacerations to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was conscious at the scene, blood darkening the pavement beneath him. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel; the moped was struck at the center front end.
6
Sedan Ignores Signal, Kills Motorscooter Rider▸Aug 6 - A sedan ran the light at Marcus Garvey and Decatur. It struck a motorscooter broadside. The rider, 26, was thrown and killed. Head trauma. No helmet. Blood on the street. Dawn broke over shattered glass and silence.
A deadly crash unfolded at Marcus Garvey Boulevard and Decatur Street in Brooklyn. A sedan struck a 26-year-old motorscooter rider broadside. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The rider was ejected and suffered fatal head trauma. The report states, 'Signal ignored. Scooter crushed. Blood pooled as dawn crept over broken glass and silence.' The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the failure to obey traffic control. The motorscooter was demolished. The crash left one dead and a city street stained with loss.
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Minibike Slams Bus After Brake Failure in Brooklyn▸Jun 29 - A 26-year-old on a minibike crashed into a bus on Halsey Street. Brakes failed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The night was tense. The street was silent. Danger lingered at the corner.
A 26-year-old man riding a minibike struck the rear of a bus at the corner of Halsey Street and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the minibike's brakes were defective. The rider suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding heavily but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “Brakes failed. His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The only contributing factor listed is 'Brakes Defective.' The report also notes that the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned after the mechanical failure. No injuries were reported for the bus occupants. The crash left the street in a hush, underscoring the peril faced by vulnerable road users.
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Zinerman Questions Safety Benefits of Bedford Protected Bike Lane▸Apr 28 - DOT plans a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Cyclists and pedestrians back the move. Critics question safety gains. DOT cites data: protected lanes cut injuries. Council Member Chi Oss supports the upgrade. Installation set for late 2023.
On April 28, 2023, the Department of Transportation presented its plan to upgrade Bedford Avenue’s painted bike lane to a protected lane, covering Bergen Street to Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The proposal went before Community Boards 8 and 3, both in high-injury areas with little bike infrastructure. The DOT’s summary: 'upgrade the Bedford Avenue bike lane from a painted lane to a protected bike lane.' Council Member Chi Oss supports the project, though he did not attend the meeting. Former Assembly Member Tremaine Wright and Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits, but DOT officials countered with data showing a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Community voices demanded safer streets. The city plans to install the new lane in the second half of 2023.
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DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-04-28
27
Zinerman Supports Safety Boosting Age Friendly Brooklyn Plan▸Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
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BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-27
14
SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
6
Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
13
Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
4
E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
29
BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
24
Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Sep 20 - On Tompkins Avenue, metal slammed metal. An SUV and a moped turned left, both southbound. The moped rider flew from his seat. His leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. He lay conscious, pain sharp, pavement cold.
A crash on Tompkins Avenue near Pulaski Street in Brooklyn left a 46-year-old moped rider injured. According to the police report, both a station wagon/SUV and a moped were making left turns southbound when they collided. The impact threw the moped rider from his vehicle, causing severe lacerations to his lower leg and foot. The report lists 'Turning Improperly' and 'Following Too Closely' as contributing factors. The moped rider was conscious at the scene, blood darkening the pavement beneath him. No helmet use or signaling issues were cited as contributing factors. The SUV sustained damage to its left front quarter panel; the moped was struck at the center front end.
6
Sedan Ignores Signal, Kills Motorscooter Rider▸Aug 6 - A sedan ran the light at Marcus Garvey and Decatur. It struck a motorscooter broadside. The rider, 26, was thrown and killed. Head trauma. No helmet. Blood on the street. Dawn broke over shattered glass and silence.
A deadly crash unfolded at Marcus Garvey Boulevard and Decatur Street in Brooklyn. A sedan struck a 26-year-old motorscooter rider broadside. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The rider was ejected and suffered fatal head trauma. The report states, 'Signal ignored. Scooter crushed. Blood pooled as dawn crept over broken glass and silence.' The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the failure to obey traffic control. The motorscooter was demolished. The crash left one dead and a city street stained with loss.
29
Minibike Slams Bus After Brake Failure in Brooklyn▸Jun 29 - A 26-year-old on a minibike crashed into a bus on Halsey Street. Brakes failed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The night was tense. The street was silent. Danger lingered at the corner.
A 26-year-old man riding a minibike struck the rear of a bus at the corner of Halsey Street and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the minibike's brakes were defective. The rider suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding heavily but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “Brakes failed. His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The only contributing factor listed is 'Brakes Defective.' The report also notes that the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned after the mechanical failure. No injuries were reported for the bus occupants. The crash left the street in a hush, underscoring the peril faced by vulnerable road users.
28
Zinerman Questions Safety Benefits of Bedford Protected Bike Lane▸Apr 28 - DOT plans a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Cyclists and pedestrians back the move. Critics question safety gains. DOT cites data: protected lanes cut injuries. Council Member Chi Oss supports the upgrade. Installation set for late 2023.
On April 28, 2023, the Department of Transportation presented its plan to upgrade Bedford Avenue’s painted bike lane to a protected lane, covering Bergen Street to Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The proposal went before Community Boards 8 and 3, both in high-injury areas with little bike infrastructure. The DOT’s summary: 'upgrade the Bedford Avenue bike lane from a painted lane to a protected bike lane.' Council Member Chi Oss supports the project, though he did not attend the meeting. Former Assembly Member Tremaine Wright and Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits, but DOT officials countered with data showing a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Community voices demanded safer streets. The city plans to install the new lane in the second half of 2023.
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DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-04-28
27
Zinerman Supports Safety Boosting Age Friendly Brooklyn Plan▸Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
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BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-27
14
SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
6
Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
13
Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
4
E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
29
BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
24
Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Aug 6 - A sedan ran the light at Marcus Garvey and Decatur. It struck a motorscooter broadside. The rider, 26, was thrown and killed. Head trauma. No helmet. Blood on the street. Dawn broke over shattered glass and silence.
A deadly crash unfolded at Marcus Garvey Boulevard and Decatur Street in Brooklyn. A sedan struck a 26-year-old motorscooter rider broadside. According to the police report, 'Traffic Control Disregarded' was the contributing factor for both vehicles. The rider was ejected and suffered fatal head trauma. The report states, 'Signal ignored. Scooter crushed. Blood pooled as dawn crept over broken glass and silence.' The rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause listed was the failure to obey traffic control. The motorscooter was demolished. The crash left one dead and a city street stained with loss.
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Minibike Slams Bus After Brake Failure in Brooklyn▸Jun 29 - A 26-year-old on a minibike crashed into a bus on Halsey Street. Brakes failed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The night was tense. The street was silent. Danger lingered at the corner.
A 26-year-old man riding a minibike struck the rear of a bus at the corner of Halsey Street and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the minibike's brakes were defective. The rider suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding heavily but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “Brakes failed. His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The only contributing factor listed is 'Brakes Defective.' The report also notes that the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned after the mechanical failure. No injuries were reported for the bus occupants. The crash left the street in a hush, underscoring the peril faced by vulnerable road users.
28
Zinerman Questions Safety Benefits of Bedford Protected Bike Lane▸Apr 28 - DOT plans a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Cyclists and pedestrians back the move. Critics question safety gains. DOT cites data: protected lanes cut injuries. Council Member Chi Oss supports the upgrade. Installation set for late 2023.
On April 28, 2023, the Department of Transportation presented its plan to upgrade Bedford Avenue’s painted bike lane to a protected lane, covering Bergen Street to Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The proposal went before Community Boards 8 and 3, both in high-injury areas with little bike infrastructure. The DOT’s summary: 'upgrade the Bedford Avenue bike lane from a painted lane to a protected bike lane.' Council Member Chi Oss supports the project, though he did not attend the meeting. Former Assembly Member Tremaine Wright and Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits, but DOT officials countered with data showing a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Community voices demanded safer streets. The city plans to install the new lane in the second half of 2023.
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DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-04-28
27
Zinerman Supports Safety Boosting Age Friendly Brooklyn Plan▸Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
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BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-27
14
SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
6
Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
13
Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
4
E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
29
BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
24
Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Jun 29 - A 26-year-old on a minibike crashed into a bus on Halsey Street. Brakes failed. His head struck hard. Blood pooled. He stayed conscious. The night was tense. The street was silent. Danger lingered at the corner.
A 26-year-old man riding a minibike struck the rear of a bus at the corner of Halsey Street and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the minibike's brakes were defective. The rider suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding heavily but remained conscious at the scene. The report states, “Brakes failed. His head hit hard. Blood pooled on the pavement.” The only contributing factor listed is 'Brakes Defective.' The report also notes that the rider was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned after the mechanical failure. No injuries were reported for the bus occupants. The crash left the street in a hush, underscoring the peril faced by vulnerable road users.
28
Zinerman Questions Safety Benefits of Bedford Protected Bike Lane▸Apr 28 - DOT plans a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Cyclists and pedestrians back the move. Critics question safety gains. DOT cites data: protected lanes cut injuries. Council Member Chi Oss supports the upgrade. Installation set for late 2023.
On April 28, 2023, the Department of Transportation presented its plan to upgrade Bedford Avenue’s painted bike lane to a protected lane, covering Bergen Street to Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The proposal went before Community Boards 8 and 3, both in high-injury areas with little bike infrastructure. The DOT’s summary: 'upgrade the Bedford Avenue bike lane from a painted lane to a protected bike lane.' Council Member Chi Oss supports the project, though he did not attend the meeting. Former Assembly Member Tremaine Wright and Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits, but DOT officials countered with data showing a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Community voices demanded safer streets. The city plans to install the new lane in the second half of 2023.
-
DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2023-04-28
27
Zinerman Supports Safety Boosting Age Friendly Brooklyn Plan▸Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
-
BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-27
14
SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
6
Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
13
Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
4
E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
29
BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
24
Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Apr 28 - DOT plans a protected bike lane on Bedford Avenue. Cyclists and pedestrians back the move. Critics question safety gains. DOT cites data: protected lanes cut injuries. Council Member Chi Oss supports the upgrade. Installation set for late 2023.
On April 28, 2023, the Department of Transportation presented its plan to upgrade Bedford Avenue’s painted bike lane to a protected lane, covering Bergen Street to Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn. The proposal went before Community Boards 8 and 3, both in high-injury areas with little bike infrastructure. The DOT’s summary: 'upgrade the Bedford Avenue bike lane from a painted lane to a protected bike lane.' Council Member Chi Oss supports the project, though he did not attend the meeting. Former Assembly Member Tremaine Wright and Assembly Member Stefani Zinerman questioned the safety benefits, but DOT officials countered with data showing a 21% drop in pedestrian injuries where protected lanes exist. Community voices demanded safer streets. The city plans to install the new lane in the second half of 2023.
- DOT’s Long-Awaited Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Has Widespread Support (Except for The Usual Critics), Streetsblog NYC, Published 2023-04-28
27
Zinerman Supports Safety Boosting Age Friendly Brooklyn Plan▸Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
-
BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn,
brooklynpaper.com,
Published 2023-03-27
14
SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
6
Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
13
Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
4
E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
29
BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
24
Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Mar 27 - Brooklyn’s Age-Friendly Task Force released ten sharp recommendations. The focus: safer sidewalks, better bus driver training, and more housing for older adults. Council Member Crystal Hudson backed the push. The plan aims to cut danger for Brooklyn’s aging population.
On March 27, 2023, the Age-Friendly Brooklyn Task Force released ten policy recommendations to make Brooklyn safer and more inclusive for its 352,000 residents aged 65 and older. The initiative, supported by Council Member Crystal Hudson, Chair of the City Council Committee on Aging, and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, narrows 33 ideas to ten urgent actions. The report calls to 'ensure safe, clean, well-maintained sidewalks with well-lit intersections,' and to 'provide training to MTA bus drivers on working with older riders and riders with disabilities.' Hudson stated, 'We have to do all we can to ensure that our communities are responsive to the needs of our aging population.' The recommendations target housing, transportation, and public safety, aiming to reduce risks for older pedestrians and transit users.
- BP’s Age-Friendly Task Force releases 10 recommendations for an age-inclusive Brooklyn, brooklynpaper.com, Published 2023-03-27
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SUV Reverses, Strikes Woman in Crosswalk▸Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
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Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
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BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Aug 14 - A 36-year-old woman crossed Pacific Street in the crosswalk. An unlicensed SUV driver reversed. The bumper hit her head. She fell. Her skull shattered. She died on the street. Sunlight glared on the pavement where she lay.
A 36-year-old woman was killed while crossing Pacific Street near Buffalo Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, she was in a marked crosswalk when an unlicensed man reversed his 2008 SUV and struck her in the head with the bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The driver did not have a valid license. The woman was crossing with no signal, in a marked crosswalk. No mention of helmet or signaling as factors. The crash left her dead at the scene.
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Distracted Driver Crushes Boy’s Leg in Brooklyn▸Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
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Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
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BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Aug 6 - A Toyota sedan hit a 7-year-old boy crossing Madison Street. The driver, distracted, kept going straight. The boy’s leg was crushed. He stayed conscious. The car showed no damage. Failure to yield and inattention marked the crash.
A 7-year-old boy was struck by a Toyota sedan near 780 Madison Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child was crossing mid-block when the sedan, driven by a 29-year-old woman, hit him head-on. The boy suffered crush injuries to his leg but remained conscious at the scene. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as contributing factors. The sedan continued straight and showed no visible damage. No injuries were reported for the driver or passengers. The boy was not in a crosswalk or at a signal, but the primary causes cited were driver errors.
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Motorscooter Rider Dies Hitting Reversing SUV▸Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
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BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Jul 13 - A motorscooter struck a backing SUV on Dean Street. The rider, a 32-year-old woman, was thrown and killed. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and bruised. Unsafe speed and backing errors fueled the crash.
A motorscooter crashed into the rear of a reversing SUV on Dean Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A motorscooter slammed into the rear of a backing SUV. The rider, 32, flew from the seat. No helmet. Head struck pavement. She died there.' The 32-year-old woman riding the motorscooter was killed at the scene. A six-year-old passenger was ejected and suffered bruises. Police listed 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Backing Unsafely' as contributing factors. The report notes the rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after citing driver errors. No blame is placed on the victims.
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E-Bike Rider Killed After Striking Parked SUV▸Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
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BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Jul 4 - A young man on an e-bike slammed into a parked SUV on Greene Avenue before dawn. His helmet shattered. His body was thrown and crushed. He died in the street. The SUV never moved. The city stayed silent.
A 25-year-old man riding an e-bike east on Greene Avenue struck a parked SUV. According to the police report, the rider was partially ejected and suffered fatal injuries to his entire body. His helmet cracked on impact. The SUV, registered in New Jersey, was parked and unoccupied. The report lists the contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No driver errors are recorded for the SUV, which did not move during the crash. The e-bike rider was unlicensed. No other injuries were reported. The police report states: 'His helmet cracked. His body broke. He was thrown, crushed, and left dying in the street. The SUV never moved. It didn’t have to.'
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BMW Left Turn Strikes Elderly Cyclist▸Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Jun 29 - A BMW turned left on Ralph Avenue. A 70-year-old cyclist rode straight. Metal hit flesh. The man flew, landed hard. Blood pooled from his head. The street fell silent. He lay semiconscious, bleeding, helmetless.
A 70-year-old man riding a bicycle northbound on Ralph Avenue near Dean Street was struck by a BMW sedan making a left turn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected and suffered a severe head injury, bleeding heavily and left semiconscious. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. The sedan's front end was damaged in the impact. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the contributing factor. No other injuries were reported. The crash left the street silent, marked by blood and twisted metal.
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Unlicensed Sedan Driver Kills E-Bike Rider in Brooklyn▸Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.
Jun 24 - A sedan struck a woman on an e-bike at Lexington and Throop. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license. The street was quiet. The loss was total.
A woman riding an e-bike was killed when a westbound sedan struck her at the corner of Lexington Avenue and Throop Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A woman on an e-bike struck by a westbound sedan. She flew, hit her head, died in the street. Her bike lay crushed. The sedan’s bumper bore the mark. The driver had no license.' The sedan’s driver was unlicensed, as confirmed in the vehicle data. No other contributing factors were listed in the report. The e-bike rider suffered fatal head injuries and was ejected from her bike. No helmet use was reported as a contributing factor. The crash left the e-bike demolished and the woman dead at the scene.