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 290
▸ Crush Injuries 213
▸ Amputation 14
▸ Severe Bleeding 225
▸ Severe Lacerations 230
▸ Concussion 345
▸ Whiplash 1,920
▸ Contusion/Bruise 3,203
▸ Abrasion 2,170
▸ Pain/Nausea 1,001
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year-to-year variance.
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These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Brooklyn
- 2023 Black Audi Sedan (LCM8254) – 457 times • 3 in last 90d here
- 2013 White Ford Bu (TLN8692) – 288 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2022 Gray Ford Pickup (KXM7078) – 246 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2017 Black Lexus Sedan (LPY1138) – 233 times • 14 in last 90d here
- 2019 Nissan Sedan (KZC2999) – 197 times • 9 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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Brooklyn’s slow bleed: one corner, one body, one more year
Brooklyn: Jan 1, 2022 - Oct 27, 2025
On Oct 15, 2025, at Neptune Avenue and W 6 Street, a driver hit three people on the sidewalk; an 89-year-old woman died. Police data confirm the fatality; local outlets reported the sidewalk crash and three victims (amNY, New York Post).
This is not an outlier. In Brooklyn this year, 77 people have been killed in crashes, up from 56 at this point last year (NYC Open Data). Since 2022, Brooklyn has recorded 110,505 crashes, 63,825 injuries, and 305 deaths (NYC Open Data).
This Month
- Oct 15: A driver backed an SUV near Neptune Avenue and W 6 Street; an 89-year-old woman walking was killed (NYC Open Data, amNY).
- Sept 27: A 32-year-old woman riding a bike was killed at Meserole Street and Leonard Street (NYC Open Data).
Where the harm lands
Drivers of sedans and SUVs account for most pedestrian carnage. In Brooklyn since 2022, drivers in sedans were linked to 3,994 pedestrian injuries, including 34 deaths; drivers in SUVs were linked to 3,931 pedestrian injuries, including 52 deaths (NYC Open Data). Trucks and buses add to the toll: truck drivers were tied to 520 pedestrian injuries, including 26 deaths (NYC Open Data).
The pattern does not break itself
Year to date, serious injuries are also higher than last year (198 vs. 153) and deaths are up 37.5% (77 vs. 56) (NYC Open Data). This is what a slow disaster looks like: another body on the same grid of streets, another family waiting at the hospital door.
Tools on the table
New York City now has the legal tools to slow cars. Our city can lower speed limits under Sammy’s Law, and advocates are pressing for a default 20 MPH on local streets (CrashCount: Take Action). A state bill would force the worst repeat speeders to install speed limiters: the Stop Super Speeders Act (S4045C/A2299C) covers drivers with 11 DMV points in 18 months or 16 camera tickets in a year (CrashCount: Take Action).
Brooklyn’s electeds sit on the line between promise and pavement. Council Member Alexa Avilés (District 38), Assembly Member Kalman Yeger (AD 41), and State Senator Steve Chan (SD 17) represent parts of these blocks. The crashes keep coming. The tools exist. Use them.
Do the one thing that saves lives
Lower speeds and rein in repeat offenders. Start here: take action.
Frequently Asked Questions
▸ How were these numbers calculated?
▸ What is CrashCount?
▸ Which recent Brooklyn crashes does this story reference?
▸ Who can act on speed and repeat speeding?
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Crashes , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-27
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Person - Persons , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-27
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Vehicles - Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-10-27
- Driver who hit three pedestrians in Brooklyn, killing one, had been struck by second vehicle: NYPD, amNY, Published 2025-10-17
- Elderly motorist suffering from possible stroke kills pedestrian, injures 2 others on NYC sidewalk: sources, New York Post, Published 2025-10-15
- Take Action: Slow the Speed, Stop the Carnage, CrashCount, Published 0001-01-01
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Kalman Yeger
District 41
Council Member Alexa Avilés
District 38
State Senator Steve Chan
District 17
▸ Other Geographies
Brooklyn Brooklyn sits in District 38, AD 41, SD 17.
It contains Precinct 60, Precinct 61, Precinct 62, Precinct 63, Precinct 66, Precinct 67, Precinct 68, Precinct 69, Precinct 70, Precinct 71, Precinct 72, Precinct 73, Precinct 75, Precinct 76, Precinct 77, Precinct 78, Precinct 79, Precinct 81, Precinct 83, Precinct 84, Precinct 88, Precinct 90, Precinct 94, Brooklyn CB8, Brooklyn CB17, Brooklyn CB16, Brooklyn CB12, Brooklyn CB14, Brooklyn CB15, Brooklyn CB13, Brooklyn CB56, Brooklyn CB10, Brooklyn CB11, Brooklyn CB4, Brooklyn CB5, Brooklyn CB18, Brooklyn CB1, Brooklyn CB2, Brooklyn CB3, Brooklyn CB7, Brooklyn CB9, Brooklyn CB55, Brooklyn CB6, Greenpoint, Williamsburg, South Williamsburg, East Williamsburg, Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn-DUMBO-Boerum Hill, Fort Greene, Clinton Hill, Brooklyn Navy Yard, Bedford-Stuyvesant (West), Bedford-Stuyvesant (East), Bushwick (West), Bushwick (East), The Evergreens Cemetery, Cypress Hills, East New York (North), East New York-New Lots, Spring Creek-Starrett City, East New York-City Line, Highland Park-Cypress Hills Cemeteries (South), Carroll Gardens-Cobble Hill-Gowanus-Red Hook, Park Slope, Windsor Terrace-South Slope, Sunset Park (West), Sunset Park (Central), Green-Wood Cemetery, Prospect Heights, Crown Heights (North), Lincoln Terrace Park, Crown Heights (South), Prospect Lefferts Gardens-Wingate, Bay Ridge, Dyker Heights, Fort Hamilton, Dyker Beach Park, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach, Gravesend (West), Sunset Park (East)-Borough Park (West), Borough Park, Kensington, Mapleton-Midwood (West), Gravesend (South), Coney Island-Sea Gate, Brighton Beach, Calvert Vaux Park, Flatbush, Flatbush (West)-Ditmas Park-Parkville, Midwood, Gravesend (East)-Homecrest, Madison, Sheepshead Bay-Manhattan Beach-Gerritsen Beach, Ocean Hill, Brownsville, East Flatbush-Erasmus, East Flatbush-Farragut, East Flatbush-Rugby, East Flatbush-Remsen Village, Holy Cross Cemetery, Flatlands, Marine Park-Mill Basin-Bergen Beach, Canarsie, Marine Park-Plumb Island, McGuire Fields, Canarsie Park & Pier, Prospect Park, Barren Island-Floyd Bennett Field, Jamaica Bay (West), Shirley Chisholm State Park, District 38, District 43, District 46, District 36, District 41, District 42, District 45, District 37, District 44, District 48, District 47, District 34, District 33, District 35, District 40, District 39.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn
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Bus Driver Distracted, Pedestrian Bleeds on Herkimer▸Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸Apr 23 - Taibel Brod crossed with the light. The SUV turned left, struck her. She fell. Two weeks later, she died. The driver had no license. Police charged him. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
NY Daily News reported on April 23, 2025, that Taibel Brod, 101, was killed after an SUV hit her while she crossed Montgomery St. in Crown Heights with the walk signal. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, turned left without a license and struck Brod. Police charged him with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod’s son, who called the crash a "tragedy." Brod died from her injuries nearly two weeks later. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers and left turns at intersections. No changes to the street were reported.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-23
22
Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Into Teens on Bike▸Apr 22 - A Honda sedan struck two teens on a bike at Driggs and N 9th. The unlicensed driver looked away. Both teens were thrown, bleeding, left in shock. The street bore witness. The car did not stop.
A Honda sedan hit a bike carrying two 16-year-olds at Driggs Avenue and North 9th Street in Brooklyn. Both teens suffered severe head and chest injuries, partially ejected and left bleeding. According to the police report, the sedan's unlicensed driver looked away and disregarded traffic control. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end struck the bike. No safety equipment was used. The crash left the teens in shock, the night echoing with their pain.
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Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
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Van Ignores Signal, Cyclist Bleeds on Park Ave▸Apr 18 - A van blew past traffic control on Park Ave. A 19-year-old cyclist struck metal, head first. Blood pooled. The rider lay semiconscious. The van driver walked away untouched.
A panel van and a bike collided at Park Ave and Franklin Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist hit the van’s rear, suffering severe head lacerations and partial ejection. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The van’s driver was unhurt. The data lists no errors for the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is the van driver’s failure to obey traffic control. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
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SUV Slams Left Front, Elderly Driver Bleeds▸Apr 17 - An SUV struck hard on Ocean Parkway. The 78-year-old driver bled from his leg. He stayed conscious, alone in the car. No sirens, just blood and silence.
A 2019 Honda SUV hit hard on the left front near 1377 Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 78-year-old male driver, alone and belted, suffered severe bleeding from his leg but remained conscious. According to the police report, the impact left the driver injured and the vehicle’s left front bumper damaged. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other people or vehicles were involved. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The scene was quiet, marked only by injury and blood.
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Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
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Sedan Slams Parked SUV on Arkansas Drive▸Apr 16 - A sedan rams a parked SUV in Brooklyn. Metal buckles. An 89-year-old driver lies unconscious. A baby and toddler sit strapped in. The street falls silent. No clear cause. The danger is real.
A sedan struck the back of a parked SUV on Arkansas Drive near 56th Drive in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an 89-year-old male driver was found unconscious. A baby, a toddler, and several adults were in the vehicles, with injuries listed as unspecified for most. The report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors. The SUV was parked at the time of impact. No helmet or signal issues are mentioned. The crash left the street quiet, the toll clear, the cause unlisted.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Cyclist on Pitkin Avenue▸Apr 16 - A taxi slammed into a cyclist from behind on Pitkin Avenue. The cab’s bumper struck hard. The 46-year-old bled from the head. Two men in the taxi were unhurt. Police cite following too closely.
A 46-year-old cyclist suffered a severe head injury when a taxi struck him from behind on Pitkin Avenue near New Jersey Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cab’s front bumper hit the cyclist, causing heavy bleeding. Two 80-year-old men in the taxi were not injured. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver’s failure to maintain distance.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
SUV Driver Distracted, Teen on Scooter Bleeds Out▸Apr 15 - A Ford SUV struck a 17-year-old on an e-scooter at Avenue J and East 51st. The teen lay unconscious, head split open. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the bumper. Another young life torn by steel.
A 17-year-old boy riding an e-scooter was struck and severely injured by a Ford SUV on Avenue J near East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was found unconscious with severe head lacerations. The SUV's front left bumper bore the marks of the crash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The SUV was traveling straight ahead when it hit the teen. The impact left the boy bleeding on the pavement, his ride and future shattered by a moment of distraction.
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Head-On Sedan Crash Leaves Three Hurt on Highland Blvd▸Apr 13 - Two sedans collided head-on before dawn in Brooklyn. One driver fell asleep. A woman passenger lay crushed but conscious. Two men groaned in pain. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
Two sedans crashed head-on on Highland Blvd near Jamaica Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver fell asleep, causing the collision. Three people were injured: a 37-year-old woman suffered crush injuries as a front passenger, and two male drivers, ages 42 and 45, were also hurt. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted. The crash left metal crumpled and victims in pain.
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Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸Apr 12 - A pickup turned left and hit a woman crossing with the signal. Blood ran from her eye. She stood conscious, hurt. The driver, young and unscathed, held only a permit.
A 50-year-old woman crossing E 51st Street with the signal was struck by a northbound GMC pickup making a left turn at Clarendon Road. According to the police report, blood ran from her eye after the impact. The driver, a 25-year-old man with a permit, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, but the narrative details the woman had the signal. No driver errors are explicitly named in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
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SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
8
SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
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Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 23 - A bus strikes a man crossing Herkimer. Blood pools. Children inside sit silent. One girl clutches her head. Driver inattention leaves a pedestrian hurt and a bus full of shaken kids.
A bus traveling east on Herkimer Street near Van Sinderen Avenue struck a 44-year-old man crossing the street. According to the police report, the bus driver looked away and the right front bumper hit the pedestrian, who suffered a severe head injury and was incoherent at the scene. Inside the bus, a 12-year-old girl sustained a head injury, while other child passengers were left shaken. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the contributing factor. No other contributing factors were cited.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder▸Apr 23 - Taibel Brod crossed with the light. The SUV turned left, struck her. She fell. Two weeks later, she died. The driver had no license. Police charged him. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
NY Daily News reported on April 23, 2025, that Taibel Brod, 101, was killed after an SUV hit her while she crossed Montgomery St. in Crown Heights with the walk signal. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, turned left without a license and struck Brod. Police charged him with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod’s son, who called the crash a "tragedy." Brod died from her injuries nearly two weeks later. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers and left turns at intersections. No changes to the street were reported.
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Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-04-23
22
Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Into Teens on Bike▸Apr 22 - A Honda sedan struck two teens on a bike at Driggs and N 9th. The unlicensed driver looked away. Both teens were thrown, bleeding, left in shock. The street bore witness. The car did not stop.
A Honda sedan hit a bike carrying two 16-year-olds at Driggs Avenue and North 9th Street in Brooklyn. Both teens suffered severe head and chest injuries, partially ejected and left bleeding. According to the police report, the sedan's unlicensed driver looked away and disregarded traffic control. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end struck the bike. No safety equipment was used. The crash left the teens in shock, the night echoing with their pain.
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Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
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Van Ignores Signal, Cyclist Bleeds on Park Ave▸Apr 18 - A van blew past traffic control on Park Ave. A 19-year-old cyclist struck metal, head first. Blood pooled. The rider lay semiconscious. The van driver walked away untouched.
A panel van and a bike collided at Park Ave and Franklin Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist hit the van’s rear, suffering severe head lacerations and partial ejection. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The van’s driver was unhurt. The data lists no errors for the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is the van driver’s failure to obey traffic control. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
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SUV Slams Left Front, Elderly Driver Bleeds▸Apr 17 - An SUV struck hard on Ocean Parkway. The 78-year-old driver bled from his leg. He stayed conscious, alone in the car. No sirens, just blood and silence.
A 2019 Honda SUV hit hard on the left front near 1377 Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 78-year-old male driver, alone and belted, suffered severe bleeding from his leg but remained conscious. According to the police report, the impact left the driver injured and the vehicle’s left front bumper damaged. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other people or vehicles were involved. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The scene was quiet, marked only by injury and blood.
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Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
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Sedan Slams Parked SUV on Arkansas Drive▸Apr 16 - A sedan rams a parked SUV in Brooklyn. Metal buckles. An 89-year-old driver lies unconscious. A baby and toddler sit strapped in. The street falls silent. No clear cause. The danger is real.
A sedan struck the back of a parked SUV on Arkansas Drive near 56th Drive in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an 89-year-old male driver was found unconscious. A baby, a toddler, and several adults were in the vehicles, with injuries listed as unspecified for most. The report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors. The SUV was parked at the time of impact. No helmet or signal issues are mentioned. The crash left the street quiet, the toll clear, the cause unlisted.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Cyclist on Pitkin Avenue▸Apr 16 - A taxi slammed into a cyclist from behind on Pitkin Avenue. The cab’s bumper struck hard. The 46-year-old bled from the head. Two men in the taxi were unhurt. Police cite following too closely.
A 46-year-old cyclist suffered a severe head injury when a taxi struck him from behind on Pitkin Avenue near New Jersey Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cab’s front bumper hit the cyclist, causing heavy bleeding. Two 80-year-old men in the taxi were not injured. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver’s failure to maintain distance.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
SUV Driver Distracted, Teen on Scooter Bleeds Out▸Apr 15 - A Ford SUV struck a 17-year-old on an e-scooter at Avenue J and East 51st. The teen lay unconscious, head split open. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the bumper. Another young life torn by steel.
A 17-year-old boy riding an e-scooter was struck and severely injured by a Ford SUV on Avenue J near East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was found unconscious with severe head lacerations. The SUV's front left bumper bore the marks of the crash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The SUV was traveling straight ahead when it hit the teen. The impact left the boy bleeding on the pavement, his ride and future shattered by a moment of distraction.
13
Head-On Sedan Crash Leaves Three Hurt on Highland Blvd▸Apr 13 - Two sedans collided head-on before dawn in Brooklyn. One driver fell asleep. A woman passenger lay crushed but conscious. Two men groaned in pain. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
Two sedans crashed head-on on Highland Blvd near Jamaica Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver fell asleep, causing the collision. Three people were injured: a 37-year-old woman suffered crush injuries as a front passenger, and two male drivers, ages 42 and 45, were also hurt. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted. The crash left metal crumpled and victims in pain.
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Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸Apr 12 - A pickup turned left and hit a woman crossing with the signal. Blood ran from her eye. She stood conscious, hurt. The driver, young and unscathed, held only a permit.
A 50-year-old woman crossing E 51st Street with the signal was struck by a northbound GMC pickup making a left turn at Clarendon Road. According to the police report, blood ran from her eye after the impact. The driver, a 25-year-old man with a permit, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, but the narrative details the woman had the signal. No driver errors are explicitly named in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
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SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
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SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
3
Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 23 - Taibel Brod crossed with the light. The SUV turned left, struck her. She fell. Two weeks later, she died. The driver had no license. Police charged him. The street stayed open. The city moved on.
NY Daily News reported on April 23, 2025, that Taibel Brod, 101, was killed after an SUV hit her while she crossed Montgomery St. in Crown Heights with the walk signal. The driver, Menachem Shagalow, turned left without a license and struck Brod. Police charged him with aggravated unlicensed operation and failure to exercise due care. The article quotes Brod’s son, who called the crash a "tragedy." Brod died from her injuries nearly two weeks later. The case highlights persistent dangers for pedestrians, especially from unlicensed drivers and left turns at intersections. No changes to the street were reported.
- Unlicensed SUV Driver Kills Brooklyn Elder, NY Daily News, Published 2025-04-23
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Unlicensed Driver Slams Sedan Into Teens on Bike▸Apr 22 - A Honda sedan struck two teens on a bike at Driggs and N 9th. The unlicensed driver looked away. Both teens were thrown, bleeding, left in shock. The street bore witness. The car did not stop.
A Honda sedan hit a bike carrying two 16-year-olds at Driggs Avenue and North 9th Street in Brooklyn. Both teens suffered severe head and chest injuries, partially ejected and left bleeding. According to the police report, the sedan's unlicensed driver looked away and disregarded traffic control. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end struck the bike. No safety equipment was used. The crash left the teens in shock, the night echoing with their pain.
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Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
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Van Ignores Signal, Cyclist Bleeds on Park Ave▸Apr 18 - A van blew past traffic control on Park Ave. A 19-year-old cyclist struck metal, head first. Blood pooled. The rider lay semiconscious. The van driver walked away untouched.
A panel van and a bike collided at Park Ave and Franklin Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist hit the van’s rear, suffering severe head lacerations and partial ejection. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The van’s driver was unhurt. The data lists no errors for the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is the van driver’s failure to obey traffic control. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
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SUV Slams Left Front, Elderly Driver Bleeds▸Apr 17 - An SUV struck hard on Ocean Parkway. The 78-year-old driver bled from his leg. He stayed conscious, alone in the car. No sirens, just blood and silence.
A 2019 Honda SUV hit hard on the left front near 1377 Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 78-year-old male driver, alone and belted, suffered severe bleeding from his leg but remained conscious. According to the police report, the impact left the driver injured and the vehicle’s left front bumper damaged. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other people or vehicles were involved. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The scene was quiet, marked only by injury and blood.
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Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Sedan Slams Parked SUV on Arkansas Drive▸Apr 16 - A sedan rams a parked SUV in Brooklyn. Metal buckles. An 89-year-old driver lies unconscious. A baby and toddler sit strapped in. The street falls silent. No clear cause. The danger is real.
A sedan struck the back of a parked SUV on Arkansas Drive near 56th Drive in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an 89-year-old male driver was found unconscious. A baby, a toddler, and several adults were in the vehicles, with injuries listed as unspecified for most. The report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors. The SUV was parked at the time of impact. No helmet or signal issues are mentioned. The crash left the street quiet, the toll clear, the cause unlisted.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Cyclist on Pitkin Avenue▸Apr 16 - A taxi slammed into a cyclist from behind on Pitkin Avenue. The cab’s bumper struck hard. The 46-year-old bled from the head. Two men in the taxi were unhurt. Police cite following too closely.
A 46-year-old cyclist suffered a severe head injury when a taxi struck him from behind on Pitkin Avenue near New Jersey Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cab’s front bumper hit the cyclist, causing heavy bleeding. Two 80-year-old men in the taxi were not injured. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver’s failure to maintain distance.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
SUV Driver Distracted, Teen on Scooter Bleeds Out▸Apr 15 - A Ford SUV struck a 17-year-old on an e-scooter at Avenue J and East 51st. The teen lay unconscious, head split open. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the bumper. Another young life torn by steel.
A 17-year-old boy riding an e-scooter was struck and severely injured by a Ford SUV on Avenue J near East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was found unconscious with severe head lacerations. The SUV's front left bumper bore the marks of the crash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The SUV was traveling straight ahead when it hit the teen. The impact left the boy bleeding on the pavement, his ride and future shattered by a moment of distraction.
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Head-On Sedan Crash Leaves Three Hurt on Highland Blvd▸Apr 13 - Two sedans collided head-on before dawn in Brooklyn. One driver fell asleep. A woman passenger lay crushed but conscious. Two men groaned in pain. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
Two sedans crashed head-on on Highland Blvd near Jamaica Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver fell asleep, causing the collision. Three people were injured: a 37-year-old woman suffered crush injuries as a front passenger, and two male drivers, ages 42 and 45, were also hurt. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted. The crash left metal crumpled and victims in pain.
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Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸Apr 12 - A pickup turned left and hit a woman crossing with the signal. Blood ran from her eye. She stood conscious, hurt. The driver, young and unscathed, held only a permit.
A 50-year-old woman crossing E 51st Street with the signal was struck by a northbound GMC pickup making a left turn at Clarendon Road. According to the police report, blood ran from her eye after the impact. The driver, a 25-year-old man with a permit, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, but the narrative details the woman had the signal. No driver errors are explicitly named in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
10
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
8
SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
3
Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 22 - A Honda sedan struck two teens on a bike at Driggs and N 9th. The unlicensed driver looked away. Both teens were thrown, bleeding, left in shock. The street bore witness. The car did not stop.
A Honda sedan hit a bike carrying two 16-year-olds at Driggs Avenue and North 9th Street in Brooklyn. Both teens suffered severe head and chest injuries, partially ejected and left bleeding. According to the police report, the sedan's unlicensed driver looked away and disregarded traffic control. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. The sedan's center front end struck the bike. No safety equipment was used. The crash left the teens in shock, the night echoing with their pain.
18
Cyclist Thrown After SUV Collision on 54th Street▸Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
18
Van Ignores Signal, Cyclist Bleeds on Park Ave▸Apr 18 - A van blew past traffic control on Park Ave. A 19-year-old cyclist struck metal, head first. Blood pooled. The rider lay semiconscious. The van driver walked away untouched.
A panel van and a bike collided at Park Ave and Franklin Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist hit the van’s rear, suffering severe head lacerations and partial ejection. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The van’s driver was unhurt. The data lists no errors for the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is the van driver’s failure to obey traffic control. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
17
SUV Slams Left Front, Elderly Driver Bleeds▸Apr 17 - An SUV struck hard on Ocean Parkway. The 78-year-old driver bled from his leg. He stayed conscious, alone in the car. No sirens, just blood and silence.
A 2019 Honda SUV hit hard on the left front near 1377 Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 78-year-old male driver, alone and belted, suffered severe bleeding from his leg but remained conscious. According to the police report, the impact left the driver injured and the vehicle’s left front bumper damaged. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other people or vehicles were involved. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The scene was quiet, marked only by injury and blood.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Sedan Slams Parked SUV on Arkansas Drive▸Apr 16 - A sedan rams a parked SUV in Brooklyn. Metal buckles. An 89-year-old driver lies unconscious. A baby and toddler sit strapped in. The street falls silent. No clear cause. The danger is real.
A sedan struck the back of a parked SUV on Arkansas Drive near 56th Drive in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an 89-year-old male driver was found unconscious. A baby, a toddler, and several adults were in the vehicles, with injuries listed as unspecified for most. The report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors. The SUV was parked at the time of impact. No helmet or signal issues are mentioned. The crash left the street quiet, the toll clear, the cause unlisted.
16
Taxi Rear-Ends Cyclist on Pitkin Avenue▸Apr 16 - A taxi slammed into a cyclist from behind on Pitkin Avenue. The cab’s bumper struck hard. The 46-year-old bled from the head. Two men in the taxi were unhurt. Police cite following too closely.
A 46-year-old cyclist suffered a severe head injury when a taxi struck him from behind on Pitkin Avenue near New Jersey Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cab’s front bumper hit the cyclist, causing heavy bleeding. Two 80-year-old men in the taxi were not injured. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver’s failure to maintain distance.
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
SUV Driver Distracted, Teen on Scooter Bleeds Out▸Apr 15 - A Ford SUV struck a 17-year-old on an e-scooter at Avenue J and East 51st. The teen lay unconscious, head split open. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the bumper. Another young life torn by steel.
A 17-year-old boy riding an e-scooter was struck and severely injured by a Ford SUV on Avenue J near East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was found unconscious with severe head lacerations. The SUV's front left bumper bore the marks of the crash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The SUV was traveling straight ahead when it hit the teen. The impact left the boy bleeding on the pavement, his ride and future shattered by a moment of distraction.
13
Head-On Sedan Crash Leaves Three Hurt on Highland Blvd▸Apr 13 - Two sedans collided head-on before dawn in Brooklyn. One driver fell asleep. A woman passenger lay crushed but conscious. Two men groaned in pain. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
Two sedans crashed head-on on Highland Blvd near Jamaica Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver fell asleep, causing the collision. Three people were injured: a 37-year-old woman suffered crush injuries as a front passenger, and two male drivers, ages 42 and 45, were also hurt. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted. The crash left metal crumpled and victims in pain.
12
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸Apr 12 - A pickup turned left and hit a woman crossing with the signal. Blood ran from her eye. She stood conscious, hurt. The driver, young and unscathed, held only a permit.
A 50-year-old woman crossing E 51st Street with the signal was struck by a northbound GMC pickup making a left turn at Clarendon Road. According to the police report, blood ran from her eye after the impact. The driver, a 25-year-old man with a permit, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, but the narrative details the woman had the signal. No driver errors are explicitly named in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
10
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
8
SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
7
SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
3
Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 18 - A cyclist hit a stopped SUV on 54th Street. He flew from his bike, struck his head, and bled on the pavement. Police cite driver distraction. Three others in cars were not hurt.
A cyclist was injured after colliding with the back of a stopped SUV near 54th Street and 4th Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cyclist was ejected from his bike and suffered head wounds and severe lacerations. Three vehicle occupants were unhurt. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. Helmet use was listed as 'Unknown' and is noted only after the driver error. The crash highlights the danger posed by driver distraction, as documented in the official account.
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Van Ignores Signal, Cyclist Bleeds on Park Ave▸Apr 18 - A van blew past traffic control on Park Ave. A 19-year-old cyclist struck metal, head first. Blood pooled. The rider lay semiconscious. The van driver walked away untouched.
A panel van and a bike collided at Park Ave and Franklin Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist hit the van’s rear, suffering severe head lacerations and partial ejection. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The van’s driver was unhurt. The data lists no errors for the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is the van driver’s failure to obey traffic control. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
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SUV Slams Left Front, Elderly Driver Bleeds▸Apr 17 - An SUV struck hard on Ocean Parkway. The 78-year-old driver bled from his leg. He stayed conscious, alone in the car. No sirens, just blood and silence.
A 2019 Honda SUV hit hard on the left front near 1377 Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 78-year-old male driver, alone and belted, suffered severe bleeding from his leg but remained conscious. According to the police report, the impact left the driver injured and the vehicle’s left front bumper damaged. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other people or vehicles were involved. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The scene was quiet, marked only by injury and blood.
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Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Sedan Slams Parked SUV on Arkansas Drive▸Apr 16 - A sedan rams a parked SUV in Brooklyn. Metal buckles. An 89-year-old driver lies unconscious. A baby and toddler sit strapped in. The street falls silent. No clear cause. The danger is real.
A sedan struck the back of a parked SUV on Arkansas Drive near 56th Drive in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an 89-year-old male driver was found unconscious. A baby, a toddler, and several adults were in the vehicles, with injuries listed as unspecified for most. The report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors. The SUV was parked at the time of impact. No helmet or signal issues are mentioned. The crash left the street quiet, the toll clear, the cause unlisted.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Cyclist on Pitkin Avenue▸Apr 16 - A taxi slammed into a cyclist from behind on Pitkin Avenue. The cab’s bumper struck hard. The 46-year-old bled from the head. Two men in the taxi were unhurt. Police cite following too closely.
A 46-year-old cyclist suffered a severe head injury when a taxi struck him from behind on Pitkin Avenue near New Jersey Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cab’s front bumper hit the cyclist, causing heavy bleeding. Two 80-year-old men in the taxi were not injured. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver’s failure to maintain distance.
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
SUV Driver Distracted, Teen on Scooter Bleeds Out▸Apr 15 - A Ford SUV struck a 17-year-old on an e-scooter at Avenue J and East 51st. The teen lay unconscious, head split open. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the bumper. Another young life torn by steel.
A 17-year-old boy riding an e-scooter was struck and severely injured by a Ford SUV on Avenue J near East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was found unconscious with severe head lacerations. The SUV's front left bumper bore the marks of the crash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The SUV was traveling straight ahead when it hit the teen. The impact left the boy bleeding on the pavement, his ride and future shattered by a moment of distraction.
13
Head-On Sedan Crash Leaves Three Hurt on Highland Blvd▸Apr 13 - Two sedans collided head-on before dawn in Brooklyn. One driver fell asleep. A woman passenger lay crushed but conscious. Two men groaned in pain. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
Two sedans crashed head-on on Highland Blvd near Jamaica Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver fell asleep, causing the collision. Three people were injured: a 37-year-old woman suffered crush injuries as a front passenger, and two male drivers, ages 42 and 45, were also hurt. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted. The crash left metal crumpled and victims in pain.
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Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸Apr 12 - A pickup turned left and hit a woman crossing with the signal. Blood ran from her eye. She stood conscious, hurt. The driver, young and unscathed, held only a permit.
A 50-year-old woman crossing E 51st Street with the signal was struck by a northbound GMC pickup making a left turn at Clarendon Road. According to the police report, blood ran from her eye after the impact. The driver, a 25-year-old man with a permit, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, but the narrative details the woman had the signal. No driver errors are explicitly named in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
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SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
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SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
3
Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 18 - A van blew past traffic control on Park Ave. A 19-year-old cyclist struck metal, head first. Blood pooled. The rider lay semiconscious. The van driver walked away untouched.
A panel van and a bike collided at Park Ave and Franklin Ave in Brooklyn. The 19-year-old cyclist hit the van’s rear, suffering severe head lacerations and partial ejection. According to the police report, the crash involved 'Traffic Control Disregarded.' The van’s driver was unhurt. The data lists no errors for the cyclist. The only listed contributing factor is the van driver’s failure to obey traffic control. No helmet or signal use is mentioned in the report.
17
SUV Slams Left Front, Elderly Driver Bleeds▸Apr 17 - An SUV struck hard on Ocean Parkway. The 78-year-old driver bled from his leg. He stayed conscious, alone in the car. No sirens, just blood and silence.
A 2019 Honda SUV hit hard on the left front near 1377 Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 78-year-old male driver, alone and belted, suffered severe bleeding from his leg but remained conscious. According to the police report, the impact left the driver injured and the vehicle’s left front bumper damaged. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other people or vehicles were involved. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The scene was quiet, marked only by injury and blood.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Sedan Slams Parked SUV on Arkansas Drive▸Apr 16 - A sedan rams a parked SUV in Brooklyn. Metal buckles. An 89-year-old driver lies unconscious. A baby and toddler sit strapped in. The street falls silent. No clear cause. The danger is real.
A sedan struck the back of a parked SUV on Arkansas Drive near 56th Drive in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an 89-year-old male driver was found unconscious. A baby, a toddler, and several adults were in the vehicles, with injuries listed as unspecified for most. The report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors. The SUV was parked at the time of impact. No helmet or signal issues are mentioned. The crash left the street quiet, the toll clear, the cause unlisted.
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Taxi Rear-Ends Cyclist on Pitkin Avenue▸Apr 16 - A taxi slammed into a cyclist from behind on Pitkin Avenue. The cab’s bumper struck hard. The 46-year-old bled from the head. Two men in the taxi were unhurt. Police cite following too closely.
A 46-year-old cyclist suffered a severe head injury when a taxi struck him from behind on Pitkin Avenue near New Jersey Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cab’s front bumper hit the cyclist, causing heavy bleeding. Two 80-year-old men in the taxi were not injured. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver’s failure to maintain distance.
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
SUV Driver Distracted, Teen on Scooter Bleeds Out▸Apr 15 - A Ford SUV struck a 17-year-old on an e-scooter at Avenue J and East 51st. The teen lay unconscious, head split open. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the bumper. Another young life torn by steel.
A 17-year-old boy riding an e-scooter was struck and severely injured by a Ford SUV on Avenue J near East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was found unconscious with severe head lacerations. The SUV's front left bumper bore the marks of the crash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The SUV was traveling straight ahead when it hit the teen. The impact left the boy bleeding on the pavement, his ride and future shattered by a moment of distraction.
13
Head-On Sedan Crash Leaves Three Hurt on Highland Blvd▸Apr 13 - Two sedans collided head-on before dawn in Brooklyn. One driver fell asleep. A woman passenger lay crushed but conscious. Two men groaned in pain. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
Two sedans crashed head-on on Highland Blvd near Jamaica Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver fell asleep, causing the collision. Three people were injured: a 37-year-old woman suffered crush injuries as a front passenger, and two male drivers, ages 42 and 45, were also hurt. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted. The crash left metal crumpled and victims in pain.
12
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸Apr 12 - A pickup turned left and hit a woman crossing with the signal. Blood ran from her eye. She stood conscious, hurt. The driver, young and unscathed, held only a permit.
A 50-year-old woman crossing E 51st Street with the signal was struck by a northbound GMC pickup making a left turn at Clarendon Road. According to the police report, blood ran from her eye after the impact. The driver, a 25-year-old man with a permit, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, but the narrative details the woman had the signal. No driver errors are explicitly named in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
10
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
8
SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
7
SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
3
Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 17 - An SUV struck hard on Ocean Parkway. The 78-year-old driver bled from his leg. He stayed conscious, alone in the car. No sirens, just blood and silence.
A 2019 Honda SUV hit hard on the left front near 1377 Ocean Parkway in Brooklyn. The 78-year-old male driver, alone and belted, suffered severe bleeding from his leg but remained conscious. According to the police report, the impact left the driver injured and the vehicle’s left front bumper damaged. The report lists contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' No other people or vehicles were involved. No driver errors are detailed in the data. The scene was quiet, marked only by injury and blood.
16
Distracted RAM Van Hits Woman at 3rd Avenue▸Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Sedan Slams Parked SUV on Arkansas Drive▸Apr 16 - A sedan rams a parked SUV in Brooklyn. Metal buckles. An 89-year-old driver lies unconscious. A baby and toddler sit strapped in. The street falls silent. No clear cause. The danger is real.
A sedan struck the back of a parked SUV on Arkansas Drive near 56th Drive in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an 89-year-old male driver was found unconscious. A baby, a toddler, and several adults were in the vehicles, with injuries listed as unspecified for most. The report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors. The SUV was parked at the time of impact. No helmet or signal issues are mentioned. The crash left the street quiet, the toll clear, the cause unlisted.
16
Taxi Rear-Ends Cyclist on Pitkin Avenue▸Apr 16 - A taxi slammed into a cyclist from behind on Pitkin Avenue. The cab’s bumper struck hard. The 46-year-old bled from the head. Two men in the taxi were unhurt. Police cite following too closely.
A 46-year-old cyclist suffered a severe head injury when a taxi struck him from behind on Pitkin Avenue near New Jersey Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cab’s front bumper hit the cyclist, causing heavy bleeding. Two 80-year-old men in the taxi were not injured. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver’s failure to maintain distance.
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
SUV Driver Distracted, Teen on Scooter Bleeds Out▸Apr 15 - A Ford SUV struck a 17-year-old on an e-scooter at Avenue J and East 51st. The teen lay unconscious, head split open. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the bumper. Another young life torn by steel.
A 17-year-old boy riding an e-scooter was struck and severely injured by a Ford SUV on Avenue J near East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was found unconscious with severe head lacerations. The SUV's front left bumper bore the marks of the crash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The SUV was traveling straight ahead when it hit the teen. The impact left the boy bleeding on the pavement, his ride and future shattered by a moment of distraction.
13
Head-On Sedan Crash Leaves Three Hurt on Highland Blvd▸Apr 13 - Two sedans collided head-on before dawn in Brooklyn. One driver fell asleep. A woman passenger lay crushed but conscious. Two men groaned in pain. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
Two sedans crashed head-on on Highland Blvd near Jamaica Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver fell asleep, causing the collision. Three people were injured: a 37-year-old woman suffered crush injuries as a front passenger, and two male drivers, ages 42 and 45, were also hurt. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted. The crash left metal crumpled and victims in pain.
12
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸Apr 12 - A pickup turned left and hit a woman crossing with the signal. Blood ran from her eye. She stood conscious, hurt. The driver, young and unscathed, held only a permit.
A 50-year-old woman crossing E 51st Street with the signal was struck by a northbound GMC pickup making a left turn at Clarendon Road. According to the police report, blood ran from her eye after the impact. The driver, a 25-year-old man with a permit, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, but the narrative details the woman had the signal. No driver errors are explicitly named in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
10
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
8
SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
7
SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
3
Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 16 - A RAM van struck a 60-year-old woman crossing 3rd Avenue. Blood pooled on the street. The driver, distracted, kept his license. The van showed no damage. The woman suffered severe leg bleeding.
A 60-year-old woman was hit by a RAM van while crossing 3rd Avenue at 42nd Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the driver was distracted and struck the woman as he turned. The woman suffered severe bleeding to her leg but remained conscious. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The van showed no damage. The driver kept his license. No injuries were reported for the van's occupants.
16
Sedan Slams Parked SUV on Arkansas Drive▸Apr 16 - A sedan rams a parked SUV in Brooklyn. Metal buckles. An 89-year-old driver lies unconscious. A baby and toddler sit strapped in. The street falls silent. No clear cause. The danger is real.
A sedan struck the back of a parked SUV on Arkansas Drive near 56th Drive in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an 89-year-old male driver was found unconscious. A baby, a toddler, and several adults were in the vehicles, with injuries listed as unspecified for most. The report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors. The SUV was parked at the time of impact. No helmet or signal issues are mentioned. The crash left the street quiet, the toll clear, the cause unlisted.
16
Taxi Rear-Ends Cyclist on Pitkin Avenue▸Apr 16 - A taxi slammed into a cyclist from behind on Pitkin Avenue. The cab’s bumper struck hard. The 46-year-old bled from the head. Two men in the taxi were unhurt. Police cite following too closely.
A 46-year-old cyclist suffered a severe head injury when a taxi struck him from behind on Pitkin Avenue near New Jersey Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cab’s front bumper hit the cyclist, causing heavy bleeding. Two 80-year-old men in the taxi were not injured. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver’s failure to maintain distance.
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
SUV Driver Distracted, Teen on Scooter Bleeds Out▸Apr 15 - A Ford SUV struck a 17-year-old on an e-scooter at Avenue J and East 51st. The teen lay unconscious, head split open. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the bumper. Another young life torn by steel.
A 17-year-old boy riding an e-scooter was struck and severely injured by a Ford SUV on Avenue J near East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was found unconscious with severe head lacerations. The SUV's front left bumper bore the marks of the crash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The SUV was traveling straight ahead when it hit the teen. The impact left the boy bleeding on the pavement, his ride and future shattered by a moment of distraction.
13
Head-On Sedan Crash Leaves Three Hurt on Highland Blvd▸Apr 13 - Two sedans collided head-on before dawn in Brooklyn. One driver fell asleep. A woman passenger lay crushed but conscious. Two men groaned in pain. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
Two sedans crashed head-on on Highland Blvd near Jamaica Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver fell asleep, causing the collision. Three people were injured: a 37-year-old woman suffered crush injuries as a front passenger, and two male drivers, ages 42 and 45, were also hurt. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted. The crash left metal crumpled and victims in pain.
12
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸Apr 12 - A pickup turned left and hit a woman crossing with the signal. Blood ran from her eye. She stood conscious, hurt. The driver, young and unscathed, held only a permit.
A 50-year-old woman crossing E 51st Street with the signal was struck by a northbound GMC pickup making a left turn at Clarendon Road. According to the police report, blood ran from her eye after the impact. The driver, a 25-year-old man with a permit, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, but the narrative details the woman had the signal. No driver errors are explicitly named in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
10
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
8
SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
7
SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
3
Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 16 - A sedan rams a parked SUV in Brooklyn. Metal buckles. An 89-year-old driver lies unconscious. A baby and toddler sit strapped in. The street falls silent. No clear cause. The danger is real.
A sedan struck the back of a parked SUV on Arkansas Drive near 56th Drive in Brooklyn. According to the police report, an 89-year-old male driver was found unconscious. A baby, a toddler, and several adults were in the vehicles, with injuries listed as unspecified for most. The report does not specify any driver errors or contributing factors. The SUV was parked at the time of impact. No helmet or signal issues are mentioned. The crash left the street quiet, the toll clear, the cause unlisted.
16
Taxi Rear-Ends Cyclist on Pitkin Avenue▸Apr 16 - A taxi slammed into a cyclist from behind on Pitkin Avenue. The cab’s bumper struck hard. The 46-year-old bled from the head. Two men in the taxi were unhurt. Police cite following too closely.
A 46-year-old cyclist suffered a severe head injury when a taxi struck him from behind on Pitkin Avenue near New Jersey Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cab’s front bumper hit the cyclist, causing heavy bleeding. Two 80-year-old men in the taxi were not injured. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver’s failure to maintain distance.
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
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Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
SUV Driver Distracted, Teen on Scooter Bleeds Out▸Apr 15 - A Ford SUV struck a 17-year-old on an e-scooter at Avenue J and East 51st. The teen lay unconscious, head split open. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the bumper. Another young life torn by steel.
A 17-year-old boy riding an e-scooter was struck and severely injured by a Ford SUV on Avenue J near East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was found unconscious with severe head lacerations. The SUV's front left bumper bore the marks of the crash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The SUV was traveling straight ahead when it hit the teen. The impact left the boy bleeding on the pavement, his ride and future shattered by a moment of distraction.
13
Head-On Sedan Crash Leaves Three Hurt on Highland Blvd▸Apr 13 - Two sedans collided head-on before dawn in Brooklyn. One driver fell asleep. A woman passenger lay crushed but conscious. Two men groaned in pain. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
Two sedans crashed head-on on Highland Blvd near Jamaica Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver fell asleep, causing the collision. Three people were injured: a 37-year-old woman suffered crush injuries as a front passenger, and two male drivers, ages 42 and 45, were also hurt. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted. The crash left metal crumpled and victims in pain.
12
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸Apr 12 - A pickup turned left and hit a woman crossing with the signal. Blood ran from her eye. She stood conscious, hurt. The driver, young and unscathed, held only a permit.
A 50-year-old woman crossing E 51st Street with the signal was struck by a northbound GMC pickup making a left turn at Clarendon Road. According to the police report, blood ran from her eye after the impact. The driver, a 25-year-old man with a permit, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, but the narrative details the woman had the signal. No driver errors are explicitly named in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
10
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
8
SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
7
SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
3
Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
-
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 16 - A taxi slammed into a cyclist from behind on Pitkin Avenue. The cab’s bumper struck hard. The 46-year-old bled from the head. Two men in the taxi were unhurt. Police cite following too closely.
A 46-year-old cyclist suffered a severe head injury when a taxi struck him from behind on Pitkin Avenue near New Jersey Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the cab’s front bumper hit the cyclist, causing heavy bleeding. Two 80-year-old men in the taxi were not injured. Police list 'Following Too Closely' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the primary cause remains the driver’s failure to maintain distance.
16
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC▸Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
-
Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC,
The Brooklyn Paper,
Published 2025-04-16
15
SUV Driver Distracted, Teen on Scooter Bleeds Out▸Apr 15 - A Ford SUV struck a 17-year-old on an e-scooter at Avenue J and East 51st. The teen lay unconscious, head split open. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the bumper. Another young life torn by steel.
A 17-year-old boy riding an e-scooter was struck and severely injured by a Ford SUV on Avenue J near East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was found unconscious with severe head lacerations. The SUV's front left bumper bore the marks of the crash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The SUV was traveling straight ahead when it hit the teen. The impact left the boy bleeding on the pavement, his ride and future shattered by a moment of distraction.
13
Head-On Sedan Crash Leaves Three Hurt on Highland Blvd▸Apr 13 - Two sedans collided head-on before dawn in Brooklyn. One driver fell asleep. A woman passenger lay crushed but conscious. Two men groaned in pain. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
Two sedans crashed head-on on Highland Blvd near Jamaica Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver fell asleep, causing the collision. Three people were injured: a 37-year-old woman suffered crush injuries as a front passenger, and two male drivers, ages 42 and 45, were also hurt. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted. The crash left metal crumpled and victims in pain.
12
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸Apr 12 - A pickup turned left and hit a woman crossing with the signal. Blood ran from her eye. She stood conscious, hurt. The driver, young and unscathed, held only a permit.
A 50-year-old woman crossing E 51st Street with the signal was struck by a northbound GMC pickup making a left turn at Clarendon Road. According to the police report, blood ran from her eye after the impact. The driver, a 25-year-old man with a permit, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, but the narrative details the woman had the signal. No driver errors are explicitly named in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
10
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
8
SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
7
SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
3
Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 16 - New research from Transportation Alternatives and Families for Safe Streets announced a report detailing NYC's top 10 super speeders.
- Road report: Here’s where lead-foot drivers repeatedly get speed-camera tickets in NYC, The Brooklyn Paper, Published 2025-04-16
15
SUV Driver Distracted, Teen on Scooter Bleeds Out▸Apr 15 - A Ford SUV struck a 17-year-old on an e-scooter at Avenue J and East 51st. The teen lay unconscious, head split open. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the bumper. Another young life torn by steel.
A 17-year-old boy riding an e-scooter was struck and severely injured by a Ford SUV on Avenue J near East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was found unconscious with severe head lacerations. The SUV's front left bumper bore the marks of the crash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The SUV was traveling straight ahead when it hit the teen. The impact left the boy bleeding on the pavement, his ride and future shattered by a moment of distraction.
13
Head-On Sedan Crash Leaves Three Hurt on Highland Blvd▸Apr 13 - Two sedans collided head-on before dawn in Brooklyn. One driver fell asleep. A woman passenger lay crushed but conscious. Two men groaned in pain. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
Two sedans crashed head-on on Highland Blvd near Jamaica Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver fell asleep, causing the collision. Three people were injured: a 37-year-old woman suffered crush injuries as a front passenger, and two male drivers, ages 42 and 45, were also hurt. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted. The crash left metal crumpled and victims in pain.
12
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸Apr 12 - A pickup turned left and hit a woman crossing with the signal. Blood ran from her eye. She stood conscious, hurt. The driver, young and unscathed, held only a permit.
A 50-year-old woman crossing E 51st Street with the signal was struck by a northbound GMC pickup making a left turn at Clarendon Road. According to the police report, blood ran from her eye after the impact. The driver, a 25-year-old man with a permit, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, but the narrative details the woman had the signal. No driver errors are explicitly named in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
10
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
8
SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
7
SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
3
Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
-
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 15 - A Ford SUV struck a 17-year-old on an e-scooter at Avenue J and East 51st. The teen lay unconscious, head split open. Police cite driver inattention. Blood on the bumper. Another young life torn by steel.
A 17-year-old boy riding an e-scooter was struck and severely injured by a Ford SUV on Avenue J near East 51st Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the teen was found unconscious with severe head lacerations. The SUV's front left bumper bore the marks of the crash. Police list 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The report also notes 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion.' The SUV was traveling straight ahead when it hit the teen. The impact left the boy bleeding on the pavement, his ride and future shattered by a moment of distraction.
13
Head-On Sedan Crash Leaves Three Hurt on Highland Blvd▸Apr 13 - Two sedans collided head-on before dawn in Brooklyn. One driver fell asleep. A woman passenger lay crushed but conscious. Two men groaned in pain. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
Two sedans crashed head-on on Highland Blvd near Jamaica Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver fell asleep, causing the collision. Three people were injured: a 37-year-old woman suffered crush injuries as a front passenger, and two male drivers, ages 42 and 45, were also hurt. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted. The crash left metal crumpled and victims in pain.
12
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸Apr 12 - A pickup turned left and hit a woman crossing with the signal. Blood ran from her eye. She stood conscious, hurt. The driver, young and unscathed, held only a permit.
A 50-year-old woman crossing E 51st Street with the signal was struck by a northbound GMC pickup making a left turn at Clarendon Road. According to the police report, blood ran from her eye after the impact. The driver, a 25-year-old man with a permit, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, but the narrative details the woman had the signal. No driver errors are explicitly named in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
10
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
8
SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
7
SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
3
Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
-
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 13 - Two sedans collided head-on before dawn in Brooklyn. One driver fell asleep. A woman passenger lay crushed but conscious. Two men groaned in pain. Metal twisted. The street fell silent.
Two sedans crashed head-on on Highland Blvd near Jamaica Ave in Brooklyn. According to the police report, one driver fell asleep, causing the collision. Three people were injured: a 37-year-old woman suffered crush injuries as a front passenger, and two male drivers, ages 42 and 45, were also hurt. The report lists 'Fell Asleep' as the contributing factor. No other errors or factors are noted. The crash left metal crumpled and victims in pain.
12
Pickup Turns Left, Strikes Woman Crossing▸Apr 12 - A pickup turned left and hit a woman crossing with the signal. Blood ran from her eye. She stood conscious, hurt. The driver, young and unscathed, held only a permit.
A 50-year-old woman crossing E 51st Street with the signal was struck by a northbound GMC pickup making a left turn at Clarendon Road. According to the police report, blood ran from her eye after the impact. The driver, a 25-year-old man with a permit, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, but the narrative details the woman had the signal. No driver errors are explicitly named in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
10
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
8
SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
7
SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
3
Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
-
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 12 - A pickup turned left and hit a woman crossing with the signal. Blood ran from her eye. She stood conscious, hurt. The driver, young and unscathed, held only a permit.
A 50-year-old woman crossing E 51st Street with the signal was struck by a northbound GMC pickup making a left turn at Clarendon Road. According to the police report, blood ran from her eye after the impact. The driver, a 25-year-old man with a permit, was not injured. The report lists 'Unspecified' for contributing factors, but the narrative details the woman had the signal. No driver errors are explicitly named in the data. No mention of helmet or signal use is listed as a factor.
10
SUV Driver Distracted, Motorcycle Rider Bleeds▸Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
9
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
-
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
8
SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
7
SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
3
Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
2
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
-
Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 10 - A BMW SUV pulled from parking. A motorcycle hit its front. The rider, 47, bled from the leg. Distraction ruled the street. Steel cut through helmet. Brooklyn stood silent.
A BMW SUV pulled out from parking near 1770 West 6th Street in Brooklyn. A motorcycle struck its front. The 47-year-old rider suffered severe leg lacerations. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' contributed to the crash. The rider wore a helmet, but it could not prevent injury. The SUV driver was not reported injured. The crash left the street quiet, marked by blood and steel.
10
Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
amny,
Published 2025-04-10
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
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SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
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Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 10 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled but police caught him. The street stayed stained. The system failed to protect.
According to amNY (April 10, 2025), Tyree Epps faces charges after a deadly crash at Van Sinderen and Blake avenues. Epps, unlicensed, "blew a stop sign" and struck a school bus, killing his passenger, Imani Vance, and injuring the bus driver. The article quotes Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez: "The tragic loss of Imani Vance was allegedly caused by the defendant's reckless decision to ignore a stop sign and drive at excessive speeds." Epps left the scene, tried to escape in an Uber, and was arrested after fleeing on foot. The crash was one of three fatal Brooklyn incidents that weekend. City data cited in the article shows ongoing danger: at least 15 killed in Kings County so far this year, with thousands injured, often due to driver inattention and failure to yield. The charges and details highlight persistent risks and enforcement gaps on city streets.
- Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger, amny, Published 2025-04-10
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger▸Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
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Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-04-09
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SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
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Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 9 - A driver ran a stop sign in East New York. He slammed into a school bus. His passenger died. The bus driver was hurt. The driver fled in an Uber. Police caught him soon after. Streets remain unforgiving.
Gothamist (April 9, 2025) reports that Tyree Epps, 32, was indicted after allegedly running a stop sign and crashing into a school bus in East New York, Brooklyn. The February collision killed his 26-year-old passenger, Imani Vance, and injured the bus driver. According to the Brooklyn DA, Epps "ignored a stop sign and drove at excessive speeds," then left the scene by calling an Uber, abandoning his injured passenger. The impact pushed the bus into a third, empty vehicle. No children on the bus were harmed. Epps was apprehended after fleeing on foot. The case highlights persistent dangers at intersections and the lethal consequences of ignoring traffic controls.
- Brooklyn Hit-And-Run Kills Passenger, Gothamist, Published 2025-04-09
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SUV Hits 101-Year-Old Crossing Brooklyn Ave▸Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
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Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 8 - SUV turned left. Struck a 101-year-old woman crossing with the signal. She bled from the head. Driver unlicensed. Streetlights blinked. Pain stayed.
A 101-year-old woman was struck by an SUV while crossing Brooklyn Ave at Montgomery St in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV turned left and hit her as she crossed with the signal. She suffered a head injury but remained conscious. The driver was unlicensed and unhurt. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as contributing factors. No other injuries were reported.
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SUV Door Strikes Cyclist on Atlantic Avenue▸Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
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Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 7 - Parked SUV door flung open. Cyclist’s arm torn. Blood on Atlantic Avenue. Driver stands unharmed. Distraction behind the steel. Another wound for Brooklyn streets.
A 26-year-old man riding his bike west on Atlantic Avenue was struck when a parked SUV’s door opened into his path. According to the police report, the cyclist’s arm was split open, leaving him with severe lacerations. The 71-year-old SUV driver was not injured. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The crash highlights the danger when drivers fail to check for cyclists before opening doors. No helmet or signal use was cited as a factor.
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Car Turns Left, Crushes Child’s Knee▸Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 3 - A car turned left on Court Street. A four-year-old crossed with the signal. The bumper struck his leg. His knee crushed. The driver failed to yield. Steel met flesh. A child lay broken.
A four-year-old boy was struck and injured while crossing Court Street at Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the child crossed with the signal when a car turned left and hit him, crushing his knee. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' and 'Passenger Distraction' as contributing factors. The boy remained conscious after the crash. The driver’s failure to yield is called out in the official account. No other injuries were reported.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead▸Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
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Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead,
ABC7,
Published 2025-04-02
Apr 2 - A car plowed through families on Ocean Parkway. Three killed. Survivors hurt, shaken, haunted. The driver had a suspended license, dozens of violations, unpaid fines. The city’s streets failed to protect the most vulnerable. Pain lingers. Justice waits.
ABC7 reported on April 2, 2025, that a crash in Brooklyn killed a mother and her two daughters, leaving another family injured and traumatized. The article states, “Shakhzod described ongoing back pain and fears of another accident.” The driver, Miriam Yarimi, had 93 violations, $10,000 in unpaid fines, and a suspended license. She struck an Uber, then hit families crossing Ocean Parkway, flipping her vehicle. Yarimi faces charges including manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. The crash exposes systemic failure: a driver with a long record remained on the road. Survivors suffer lasting physical and emotional wounds. The city’s enforcement and oversight remain under scrutiny.
- Brooklyn Crash Leaves Family Scarred, Three Dead, ABC7, Published 2025-04-02