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 283
▸ Crush Injuries 205
▸ Amputation 14
▸ Severe Bleeding 216
▸ Severe Lacerations 218
▸ Concussion 334
▸ Whiplash 1,849
▸ Contusion/Bruise 3,073
▸ Abrasion 2,102
▸ Pain/Nausea 958
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
Caught Speeding Recently in Brooklyn
- 2023 Black Audi Sedan (LCM8254) – 501 times • 3 in last 90d here
- 2013 White Ford Bu (TLN8692) – 310 times • 1 in last 90d here
- 2017 Black Lexus Sedan (LPY1138) – 233 times • 14 in last 90d here
- 2022 Gray Ford Pickup (KXM7078) – 215 times • 2 in last 90d here
- 2019 Nissan Sedan (KZC2999) – 180 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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One man down at 3rd and St. Marks. The count keeps climbing.
Brooklyn: Jan 1, 2022 - Sep 18, 2025
Just after 1 PM on Sep 12, 2025, at 3rd Ave and St. Marks Pl, a man riding a moped was ejected and died at the scene, police records show (NYC Open Data).
This Week
- The same day, a driver in a sedan seriously injured a 43-year-old woman on Flatbush Ave near 1171; police recorded severe bleeding (NYC Open Data).
- On Sep 6, at Bedford Ave and Farragut Rd, a driver making a left turn hit a 23-year-old man walking, causing serious injuries (NYC Open Data).
- That same day at Grand St and Bushwick Ave, a driver hit a woman on a bike; she suffered a serious head injury (NYC Open Data).
The tally in Brooklyn
Since Jan 1, 2022, Brooklyn has logged 297 people killed and 61,891 injured in 107,634 crashes (NYC Open Data). The numbers do not pause.
Year to date, deaths are up to 69 from 52 a year ago, and serious injuries are up to 171 from 132, even as total crashes fell to 18,345 from 20,083 (NYC Open Data). Fewer crashes. More people not coming home.
A chase, a body on the curb
On Sep 14 in East New York, a teenager behind the wheel during a police pursuit hit a man standing on the curb, according to reporters at the scene (amNewYork; ABC7; CBS New York). The NYPD changed its pursuit policy this year, limiting when officers can chase; the department cited safety concerns after crashes tied to chases (AP News). New York’s attorney general put it plainly: “the evidence is clear: police vehicle pursuits and high-speed car chases can be dangerous and even fatal, and it is time for a change” (Times Union).
Streets that don’t forgive
The pattern is simple. People walking and biking take the hit. At Bedford and Farragut. At Grand and Bushwick. At 3rd and St. Marks. Names do not appear in these ledgers. Only ages, wounds, and the point of impact (NYC Open Data).
Power sits with City Hall and Albany
Two levers can slow the bloodletting now. Lower the city’s default speed limit. And require speed limiters for repeat offenders. Both are on the table. The City can act on speeds, and the Legislature has the Stop Super Speeders bill to mandate intelligent speed assistance after repeated tickets or points. The case for both is laid out here.
Brooklyn’s Council Member is Alexa Avilés. The area’s Albany delegation in our lookup includes Assembly Member Kalman Yeger and State Senator Steve Chan. Have they co-sponsored the Stop Super Speeders Act? The deaths keep coming; the record is public.
One man died at 3rd and St. Marks. The next name is already in the queue. If you want that to change, act now.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crashes - Persons, Vehicles , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-09-18
- Brooklyn police pursuit ends with pedestrian struck, alleged teenage car thief caught, amNewYork, Published 2025-09-14
- Man struck by car driven by 15-year-year old while standing on Brooklyn curb, ABC7, Published 2025-09-14
- 15-year-old driver accused of striking pedestrian in Brooklyn, CBS New York, Published 2025-09-14
- NYPD restricts police pursuits to improve safety, AP News, Published 2025-01-31
- Attorney general says police chases mostly banned under new NYPD policy, Times Union, Published 2025-01-31
Other Representatives
Assembly Member Kalman Yeger
District 41
Council Member Alexa Avilés
District 38
State Senator Steve Chan
District 17
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▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Brooklyn
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Unlicensed Taxi Driver, Alcohol, Rear Passenger Injured▸Sep 6 - A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
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Head-On Bike Crash Bloodies Prospect Park Southwest▸Sep 5 - Two bikes slammed together on Prospect Park Southwest. A young rider hit the ground. Blood spilled from his leg. Skin torn. He stared at the sky, awake. The street fell silent. Two children and another man were also involved. No helmets. No mercy.
Two bicycles collided head-on at Prospect Park Southwest and Greenwood Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 23-year-old male rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his leg, remaining conscious at the scene. Two children, ages 2 and 4, and a 35-year-old man were also involved, all listed as bicyclists. The report notes, 'Two bikes collided head-on. A 23-year-old rider hit the ground hard. No helmet. Blood ran from his leg. Skin peeled back.' No contributing factors or driver errors were specified in the data. Helmets were not used, as noted after the absence of driver errors. The crash left one rider badly hurt while others escaped with unspecified injuries.
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Head-On SUV Collision Crushes Brooklyn Driver▸Sep 5 - Two SUVs smashed head-on before sunrise on New Lots Avenue. Steel twisted. Glass flew. A 29-year-old man, strapped in, took the brunt. His face bore the blow. Parked cars stood silent. The street froze. One man injured. The city moved on.
Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on New Lots Avenue near Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened before dawn. A 29-year-old male driver suffered crush injuries to his face and was reported conscious at the scene. The contributing factor listed was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a 26-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger, were not reported injured. Parked cars were struck but no further injuries were documented. Both injured and uninjured parties were using lap belts and harnesses, as noted after the driver error. The crash underscores the danger of improper lane usage on city streets.
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Speeding SUV Kills Pedestrian on Avenue M▸Sep 4 - A man tried to cross Avenue M near midnight. An SUV, moving too fast, struck him with its right front bumper. His head hit the ground. He died there. The street stayed quiet. A second SUV sat parked, its rear bumper dented.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue M late at night. According to the police report, a speeding SUV hit him with its right front bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk, but the primary cause remains the driver's unsafe speed. A second SUV, parked nearby, was also damaged but not involved in the fatal impact. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the deadly risk when drivers travel too fast for city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Crushes Boy Cyclist on Linden▸Sep 3 - A pickup truck turned on Linden Boulevard. It struck a 9-year-old boy riding his bike. The truck’s right side dented. The boy’s legs shattered. He lay conscious on the asphalt. Driver inattention marked the crash. The street fell silent.
A 9-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a turning pickup truck at the corner of Linden Boulevard and Troy Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pickup made a right turn and hit the boy head-on, crushing his legs and leaving him conscious but severely injured on the street. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s error. The truck’s right side was damaged in the impact. No injuries were reported for the adult driver of the pickup. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Thrown After Striking Stopped SUV▸Sep 3 - A young cyclist hit the back of a stopped SUV on Central Avenue. He flew forward, face first. Blood on the street. The SUV’s brakes were defective. The rider stayed conscious. His face split open. No helmet. The driver was unhurt.
A 24-year-old cyclist was injured after crashing into the rear of a stopped SUV at Central Avenue and Menahan Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A bike slammed into the rear of a stopped SUV. The rider, 24, flew forward. No helmet. His face split open on impact. The SUV’s brakes were defective. He stayed conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe facial lacerations and was ejected from his bike. The SUV’s brakes were listed as defective, a critical contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s driver or occupant. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the mechanical failure of the SUV.
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Pedestrian Killed by Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Sep 2 - A man stepped into the Belt Parkway. A sedan struck him head-on. Steel met flesh. The driver survived with pain. The pedestrian died on the road. No crosswalk. No warning. The night swallowed another life.
A 40-year-old man was killed when a 2016 Toyota sedan struck him head-on on the Belt Parkway. According to the police report, the man entered the eastbound lane beneath an overpass. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered leg injuries and pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No crosswalk was present. The impact left the pedestrian dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal mix of speed, steel, and unprotected human bodies on city highways.
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Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed▸Aug 30 - A diesel truck turned right on Pennsylvania Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. The trailer caught him. He was thrown. His body broke on the street. He died there, alone, in daylight. The driver kept going. The city stayed loud.
A deadly crash unfolded at Pennsylvania Avenue and Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a diesel tractor truck turned right while a 43-year-old man on an e-bike continued straight. The truck's trailer struck the cyclist, ejecting him. He died at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond this are noted in the data. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as recorded after the truck driver's actions. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when massive vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Aug 29 - A Honda sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing Clarkson Avenue. The man had the signal. The car did not stop. He fell hard. Blood pooled. His head was bleeding. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield.
A 68-year-old man was crossing Clarkson Avenue at the crosswalk with the signal when a westbound Honda sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A 68-year-old man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal. A westbound Honda did not stop. The sedan struck him head-on. He fell. Blood pooled on the asphalt. His head was bleeding. He was conscious.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver continued straight and failed to yield to the pedestrian, who was lawfully crossing. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Slams Stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue▸Aug 27 - A motorcycle crashed into a stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue. The rider’s leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. Steel tore flesh. The rider stayed conscious. Driver inattention listed as a factor. The BMW driver was not hurt.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a stopped BMW sedan on 3rd Avenue near 19th Street in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old motorcycle rider suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a stopped BMW. The rider, 22, wore no helmet. His leg split open on impact. Blood on pavement. Flesh torn by steel. He stayed conscious.' The BMW driver, a 35-year-old woman, was not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The rider was not wearing a helmet, which is noted in the report after the mention of driver inattention.
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Motorcyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 26 - A motorcycle struck a sedan on Albany Avenue. The rider flew off, head split open, blood on the street. He stayed conscious, pain sharp in the morning light. The sedan’s side crumpled. No helmet. No mercy. Brooklyn traffic did not stop.
A violent crash unfolded near 815 Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a motorcycle slammed into the side of a southbound sedan. The 37-year-old motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe head lacerations and bleeding on the asphalt. He was conscious at the scene. The sedan’s 65-year-old driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but no driver errors were cited. The impact left the sedan’s left side doors damaged and the motorcycle’s front end crushed. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Helmetless Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 23 - A 47-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Linden Boulevard. He struck headfirst. Blood ran from his scalp. He stayed awake. The road tore skin from his body. Inexperience gripped the throttle. Sirens broke the silence.
A 47-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Linden Boulevard near 155th in Brooklyn crashed headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Inexperience held the throttle.' The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The injured man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. He remained conscious at the scene, with blood pouring from his scalp and skin torn from his body. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists, especially when driver inexperience is involved.
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Cadillac Permit Driver Hits Cyclist on Ohio Walk▸Aug 23 - A Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk. The cyclist flew from his bike, helmeted, head bleeding. Shock froze his face. The car’s right bumper cracked. Both moved straight. The driver held only a permit.
A 17-year-old permit driver in a Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk near East 66th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both the car and the cyclist were traveling straight when the sedan’s right front bumper hit the cyclist. The impact ejected the cyclist from his bike. He suffered a severe head injury and was in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash left him bleeding from the head. The driver had only a learner’s permit at the time of the collision.
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Speeding SUV Crushes Passenger on Cadman Plaza▸Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Sep 6 - A taxi and sedan collided head-on near Avenue P. The night was thick with alcohol. A woman in the back seat was crushed, her neck injured. The taxi driver had no license. The system failed her. The street stayed dark.
A head-on crash between a taxi and a sedan occurred just after midnight near 273 Avenue P in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A taxi and a sedan met head-on in the dark. A woman in the back, belted and crushed. Her neck throbbed. The taxi driver had no license. Alcohol hung in the air.' The crash left a 57-year-old female rear passenger injured with neck and crush injuries. The taxi driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' as a contributing factor. These driver errors—alcohol use and operating without a license—created the conditions for harm. The woman wore a seatbelt, but the system and the drivers failed to protect her.
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Head-On Bike Crash Bloodies Prospect Park Southwest▸Sep 5 - Two bikes slammed together on Prospect Park Southwest. A young rider hit the ground. Blood spilled from his leg. Skin torn. He stared at the sky, awake. The street fell silent. Two children and another man were also involved. No helmets. No mercy.
Two bicycles collided head-on at Prospect Park Southwest and Greenwood Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 23-year-old male rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his leg, remaining conscious at the scene. Two children, ages 2 and 4, and a 35-year-old man were also involved, all listed as bicyclists. The report notes, 'Two bikes collided head-on. A 23-year-old rider hit the ground hard. No helmet. Blood ran from his leg. Skin peeled back.' No contributing factors or driver errors were specified in the data. Helmets were not used, as noted after the absence of driver errors. The crash left one rider badly hurt while others escaped with unspecified injuries.
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Head-On SUV Collision Crushes Brooklyn Driver▸Sep 5 - Two SUVs smashed head-on before sunrise on New Lots Avenue. Steel twisted. Glass flew. A 29-year-old man, strapped in, took the brunt. His face bore the blow. Parked cars stood silent. The street froze. One man injured. The city moved on.
Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on New Lots Avenue near Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened before dawn. A 29-year-old male driver suffered crush injuries to his face and was reported conscious at the scene. The contributing factor listed was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a 26-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger, were not reported injured. Parked cars were struck but no further injuries were documented. Both injured and uninjured parties were using lap belts and harnesses, as noted after the driver error. The crash underscores the danger of improper lane usage on city streets.
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Speeding SUV Kills Pedestrian on Avenue M▸Sep 4 - A man tried to cross Avenue M near midnight. An SUV, moving too fast, struck him with its right front bumper. His head hit the ground. He died there. The street stayed quiet. A second SUV sat parked, its rear bumper dented.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue M late at night. According to the police report, a speeding SUV hit him with its right front bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk, but the primary cause remains the driver's unsafe speed. A second SUV, parked nearby, was also damaged but not involved in the fatal impact. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the deadly risk when drivers travel too fast for city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Crushes Boy Cyclist on Linden▸Sep 3 - A pickup truck turned on Linden Boulevard. It struck a 9-year-old boy riding his bike. The truck’s right side dented. The boy’s legs shattered. He lay conscious on the asphalt. Driver inattention marked the crash. The street fell silent.
A 9-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a turning pickup truck at the corner of Linden Boulevard and Troy Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pickup made a right turn and hit the boy head-on, crushing his legs and leaving him conscious but severely injured on the street. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s error. The truck’s right side was damaged in the impact. No injuries were reported for the adult driver of the pickup. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Thrown After Striking Stopped SUV▸Sep 3 - A young cyclist hit the back of a stopped SUV on Central Avenue. He flew forward, face first. Blood on the street. The SUV’s brakes were defective. The rider stayed conscious. His face split open. No helmet. The driver was unhurt.
A 24-year-old cyclist was injured after crashing into the rear of a stopped SUV at Central Avenue and Menahan Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A bike slammed into the rear of a stopped SUV. The rider, 24, flew forward. No helmet. His face split open on impact. The SUV’s brakes were defective. He stayed conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe facial lacerations and was ejected from his bike. The SUV’s brakes were listed as defective, a critical contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s driver or occupant. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the mechanical failure of the SUV.
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Pedestrian Killed by Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Sep 2 - A man stepped into the Belt Parkway. A sedan struck him head-on. Steel met flesh. The driver survived with pain. The pedestrian died on the road. No crosswalk. No warning. The night swallowed another life.
A 40-year-old man was killed when a 2016 Toyota sedan struck him head-on on the Belt Parkway. According to the police report, the man entered the eastbound lane beneath an overpass. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered leg injuries and pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No crosswalk was present. The impact left the pedestrian dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal mix of speed, steel, and unprotected human bodies on city highways.
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Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed▸Aug 30 - A diesel truck turned right on Pennsylvania Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. The trailer caught him. He was thrown. His body broke on the street. He died there, alone, in daylight. The driver kept going. The city stayed loud.
A deadly crash unfolded at Pennsylvania Avenue and Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a diesel tractor truck turned right while a 43-year-old man on an e-bike continued straight. The truck's trailer struck the cyclist, ejecting him. He died at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond this are noted in the data. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as recorded after the truck driver's actions. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when massive vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Aug 29 - A Honda sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing Clarkson Avenue. The man had the signal. The car did not stop. He fell hard. Blood pooled. His head was bleeding. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield.
A 68-year-old man was crossing Clarkson Avenue at the crosswalk with the signal when a westbound Honda sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A 68-year-old man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal. A westbound Honda did not stop. The sedan struck him head-on. He fell. Blood pooled on the asphalt. His head was bleeding. He was conscious.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver continued straight and failed to yield to the pedestrian, who was lawfully crossing. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Slams Stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue▸Aug 27 - A motorcycle crashed into a stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue. The rider’s leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. Steel tore flesh. The rider stayed conscious. Driver inattention listed as a factor. The BMW driver was not hurt.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a stopped BMW sedan on 3rd Avenue near 19th Street in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old motorcycle rider suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a stopped BMW. The rider, 22, wore no helmet. His leg split open on impact. Blood on pavement. Flesh torn by steel. He stayed conscious.' The BMW driver, a 35-year-old woman, was not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The rider was not wearing a helmet, which is noted in the report after the mention of driver inattention.
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Motorcyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 26 - A motorcycle struck a sedan on Albany Avenue. The rider flew off, head split open, blood on the street. He stayed conscious, pain sharp in the morning light. The sedan’s side crumpled. No helmet. No mercy. Brooklyn traffic did not stop.
A violent crash unfolded near 815 Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a motorcycle slammed into the side of a southbound sedan. The 37-year-old motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe head lacerations and bleeding on the asphalt. He was conscious at the scene. The sedan’s 65-year-old driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but no driver errors were cited. The impact left the sedan’s left side doors damaged and the motorcycle’s front end crushed. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Helmetless Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 23 - A 47-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Linden Boulevard. He struck headfirst. Blood ran from his scalp. He stayed awake. The road tore skin from his body. Inexperience gripped the throttle. Sirens broke the silence.
A 47-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Linden Boulevard near 155th in Brooklyn crashed headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Inexperience held the throttle.' The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The injured man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. He remained conscious at the scene, with blood pouring from his scalp and skin torn from his body. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists, especially when driver inexperience is involved.
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Cadillac Permit Driver Hits Cyclist on Ohio Walk▸Aug 23 - A Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk. The cyclist flew from his bike, helmeted, head bleeding. Shock froze his face. The car’s right bumper cracked. Both moved straight. The driver held only a permit.
A 17-year-old permit driver in a Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk near East 66th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both the car and the cyclist were traveling straight when the sedan’s right front bumper hit the cyclist. The impact ejected the cyclist from his bike. He suffered a severe head injury and was in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash left him bleeding from the head. The driver had only a learner’s permit at the time of the collision.
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Speeding SUV Crushes Passenger on Cadman Plaza▸Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Sep 5 - Two bikes slammed together on Prospect Park Southwest. A young rider hit the ground. Blood spilled from his leg. Skin torn. He stared at the sky, awake. The street fell silent. Two children and another man were also involved. No helmets. No mercy.
Two bicycles collided head-on at Prospect Park Southwest and Greenwood Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a 23-year-old male rider was partially ejected and suffered severe lacerations to his leg, remaining conscious at the scene. Two children, ages 2 and 4, and a 35-year-old man were also involved, all listed as bicyclists. The report notes, 'Two bikes collided head-on. A 23-year-old rider hit the ground hard. No helmet. Blood ran from his leg. Skin peeled back.' No contributing factors or driver errors were specified in the data. Helmets were not used, as noted after the absence of driver errors. The crash left one rider badly hurt while others escaped with unspecified injuries.
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Head-On SUV Collision Crushes Brooklyn Driver▸Sep 5 - Two SUVs smashed head-on before sunrise on New Lots Avenue. Steel twisted. Glass flew. A 29-year-old man, strapped in, took the brunt. His face bore the blow. Parked cars stood silent. The street froze. One man injured. The city moved on.
Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on New Lots Avenue near Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened before dawn. A 29-year-old male driver suffered crush injuries to his face and was reported conscious at the scene. The contributing factor listed was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a 26-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger, were not reported injured. Parked cars were struck but no further injuries were documented. Both injured and uninjured parties were using lap belts and harnesses, as noted after the driver error. The crash underscores the danger of improper lane usage on city streets.
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Speeding SUV Kills Pedestrian on Avenue M▸Sep 4 - A man tried to cross Avenue M near midnight. An SUV, moving too fast, struck him with its right front bumper. His head hit the ground. He died there. The street stayed quiet. A second SUV sat parked, its rear bumper dented.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue M late at night. According to the police report, a speeding SUV hit him with its right front bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk, but the primary cause remains the driver's unsafe speed. A second SUV, parked nearby, was also damaged but not involved in the fatal impact. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the deadly risk when drivers travel too fast for city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Crushes Boy Cyclist on Linden▸Sep 3 - A pickup truck turned on Linden Boulevard. It struck a 9-year-old boy riding his bike. The truck’s right side dented. The boy’s legs shattered. He lay conscious on the asphalt. Driver inattention marked the crash. The street fell silent.
A 9-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a turning pickup truck at the corner of Linden Boulevard and Troy Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pickup made a right turn and hit the boy head-on, crushing his legs and leaving him conscious but severely injured on the street. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s error. The truck’s right side was damaged in the impact. No injuries were reported for the adult driver of the pickup. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Thrown After Striking Stopped SUV▸Sep 3 - A young cyclist hit the back of a stopped SUV on Central Avenue. He flew forward, face first. Blood on the street. The SUV’s brakes were defective. The rider stayed conscious. His face split open. No helmet. The driver was unhurt.
A 24-year-old cyclist was injured after crashing into the rear of a stopped SUV at Central Avenue and Menahan Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A bike slammed into the rear of a stopped SUV. The rider, 24, flew forward. No helmet. His face split open on impact. The SUV’s brakes were defective. He stayed conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe facial lacerations and was ejected from his bike. The SUV’s brakes were listed as defective, a critical contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s driver or occupant. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the mechanical failure of the SUV.
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Pedestrian Killed by Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Sep 2 - A man stepped into the Belt Parkway. A sedan struck him head-on. Steel met flesh. The driver survived with pain. The pedestrian died on the road. No crosswalk. No warning. The night swallowed another life.
A 40-year-old man was killed when a 2016 Toyota sedan struck him head-on on the Belt Parkway. According to the police report, the man entered the eastbound lane beneath an overpass. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered leg injuries and pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No crosswalk was present. The impact left the pedestrian dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal mix of speed, steel, and unprotected human bodies on city highways.
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Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed▸Aug 30 - A diesel truck turned right on Pennsylvania Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. The trailer caught him. He was thrown. His body broke on the street. He died there, alone, in daylight. The driver kept going. The city stayed loud.
A deadly crash unfolded at Pennsylvania Avenue and Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a diesel tractor truck turned right while a 43-year-old man on an e-bike continued straight. The truck's trailer struck the cyclist, ejecting him. He died at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond this are noted in the data. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as recorded after the truck driver's actions. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when massive vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Aug 29 - A Honda sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing Clarkson Avenue. The man had the signal. The car did not stop. He fell hard. Blood pooled. His head was bleeding. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield.
A 68-year-old man was crossing Clarkson Avenue at the crosswalk with the signal when a westbound Honda sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A 68-year-old man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal. A westbound Honda did not stop. The sedan struck him head-on. He fell. Blood pooled on the asphalt. His head was bleeding. He was conscious.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver continued straight and failed to yield to the pedestrian, who was lawfully crossing. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Slams Stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue▸Aug 27 - A motorcycle crashed into a stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue. The rider’s leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. Steel tore flesh. The rider stayed conscious. Driver inattention listed as a factor. The BMW driver was not hurt.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a stopped BMW sedan on 3rd Avenue near 19th Street in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old motorcycle rider suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a stopped BMW. The rider, 22, wore no helmet. His leg split open on impact. Blood on pavement. Flesh torn by steel. He stayed conscious.' The BMW driver, a 35-year-old woman, was not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The rider was not wearing a helmet, which is noted in the report after the mention of driver inattention.
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Motorcyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 26 - A motorcycle struck a sedan on Albany Avenue. The rider flew off, head split open, blood on the street. He stayed conscious, pain sharp in the morning light. The sedan’s side crumpled. No helmet. No mercy. Brooklyn traffic did not stop.
A violent crash unfolded near 815 Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a motorcycle slammed into the side of a southbound sedan. The 37-year-old motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe head lacerations and bleeding on the asphalt. He was conscious at the scene. The sedan’s 65-year-old driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but no driver errors were cited. The impact left the sedan’s left side doors damaged and the motorcycle’s front end crushed. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Helmetless Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 23 - A 47-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Linden Boulevard. He struck headfirst. Blood ran from his scalp. He stayed awake. The road tore skin from his body. Inexperience gripped the throttle. Sirens broke the silence.
A 47-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Linden Boulevard near 155th in Brooklyn crashed headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Inexperience held the throttle.' The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The injured man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. He remained conscious at the scene, with blood pouring from his scalp and skin torn from his body. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists, especially when driver inexperience is involved.
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Cadillac Permit Driver Hits Cyclist on Ohio Walk▸Aug 23 - A Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk. The cyclist flew from his bike, helmeted, head bleeding. Shock froze his face. The car’s right bumper cracked. Both moved straight. The driver held only a permit.
A 17-year-old permit driver in a Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk near East 66th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both the car and the cyclist were traveling straight when the sedan’s right front bumper hit the cyclist. The impact ejected the cyclist from his bike. He suffered a severe head injury and was in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash left him bleeding from the head. The driver had only a learner’s permit at the time of the collision.
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Speeding SUV Crushes Passenger on Cadman Plaza▸Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Sep 5 - Two SUVs smashed head-on before sunrise on New Lots Avenue. Steel twisted. Glass flew. A 29-year-old man, strapped in, took the brunt. His face bore the blow. Parked cars stood silent. The street froze. One man injured. The city moved on.
Two sport utility vehicles collided head-on on New Lots Avenue near Van Siclen Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the crash happened before dawn. A 29-year-old male driver suffered crush injuries to his face and was reported conscious at the scene. The contributing factor listed was 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper.' No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. Other occupants, including a 26-year-old male driver and a 25-year-old female passenger, were not reported injured. Parked cars were struck but no further injuries were documented. Both injured and uninjured parties were using lap belts and harnesses, as noted after the driver error. The crash underscores the danger of improper lane usage on city streets.
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Speeding SUV Kills Pedestrian on Avenue M▸Sep 4 - A man tried to cross Avenue M near midnight. An SUV, moving too fast, struck him with its right front bumper. His head hit the ground. He died there. The street stayed quiet. A second SUV sat parked, its rear bumper dented.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue M late at night. According to the police report, a speeding SUV hit him with its right front bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk, but the primary cause remains the driver's unsafe speed. A second SUV, parked nearby, was also damaged but not involved in the fatal impact. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the deadly risk when drivers travel too fast for city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Crushes Boy Cyclist on Linden▸Sep 3 - A pickup truck turned on Linden Boulevard. It struck a 9-year-old boy riding his bike. The truck’s right side dented. The boy’s legs shattered. He lay conscious on the asphalt. Driver inattention marked the crash. The street fell silent.
A 9-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a turning pickup truck at the corner of Linden Boulevard and Troy Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pickup made a right turn and hit the boy head-on, crushing his legs and leaving him conscious but severely injured on the street. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s error. The truck’s right side was damaged in the impact. No injuries were reported for the adult driver of the pickup. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Thrown After Striking Stopped SUV▸Sep 3 - A young cyclist hit the back of a stopped SUV on Central Avenue. He flew forward, face first. Blood on the street. The SUV’s brakes were defective. The rider stayed conscious. His face split open. No helmet. The driver was unhurt.
A 24-year-old cyclist was injured after crashing into the rear of a stopped SUV at Central Avenue and Menahan Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A bike slammed into the rear of a stopped SUV. The rider, 24, flew forward. No helmet. His face split open on impact. The SUV’s brakes were defective. He stayed conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe facial lacerations and was ejected from his bike. The SUV’s brakes were listed as defective, a critical contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s driver or occupant. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the mechanical failure of the SUV.
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Pedestrian Killed by Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Sep 2 - A man stepped into the Belt Parkway. A sedan struck him head-on. Steel met flesh. The driver survived with pain. The pedestrian died on the road. No crosswalk. No warning. The night swallowed another life.
A 40-year-old man was killed when a 2016 Toyota sedan struck him head-on on the Belt Parkway. According to the police report, the man entered the eastbound lane beneath an overpass. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered leg injuries and pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No crosswalk was present. The impact left the pedestrian dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal mix of speed, steel, and unprotected human bodies on city highways.
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Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed▸Aug 30 - A diesel truck turned right on Pennsylvania Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. The trailer caught him. He was thrown. His body broke on the street. He died there, alone, in daylight. The driver kept going. The city stayed loud.
A deadly crash unfolded at Pennsylvania Avenue and Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a diesel tractor truck turned right while a 43-year-old man on an e-bike continued straight. The truck's trailer struck the cyclist, ejecting him. He died at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond this are noted in the data. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as recorded after the truck driver's actions. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when massive vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Aug 29 - A Honda sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing Clarkson Avenue. The man had the signal. The car did not stop. He fell hard. Blood pooled. His head was bleeding. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield.
A 68-year-old man was crossing Clarkson Avenue at the crosswalk with the signal when a westbound Honda sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A 68-year-old man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal. A westbound Honda did not stop. The sedan struck him head-on. He fell. Blood pooled on the asphalt. His head was bleeding. He was conscious.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver continued straight and failed to yield to the pedestrian, who was lawfully crossing. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Slams Stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue▸Aug 27 - A motorcycle crashed into a stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue. The rider’s leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. Steel tore flesh. The rider stayed conscious. Driver inattention listed as a factor. The BMW driver was not hurt.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a stopped BMW sedan on 3rd Avenue near 19th Street in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old motorcycle rider suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a stopped BMW. The rider, 22, wore no helmet. His leg split open on impact. Blood on pavement. Flesh torn by steel. He stayed conscious.' The BMW driver, a 35-year-old woman, was not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The rider was not wearing a helmet, which is noted in the report after the mention of driver inattention.
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Motorcyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 26 - A motorcycle struck a sedan on Albany Avenue. The rider flew off, head split open, blood on the street. He stayed conscious, pain sharp in the morning light. The sedan’s side crumpled. No helmet. No mercy. Brooklyn traffic did not stop.
A violent crash unfolded near 815 Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a motorcycle slammed into the side of a southbound sedan. The 37-year-old motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe head lacerations and bleeding on the asphalt. He was conscious at the scene. The sedan’s 65-year-old driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but no driver errors were cited. The impact left the sedan’s left side doors damaged and the motorcycle’s front end crushed. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Helmetless Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 23 - A 47-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Linden Boulevard. He struck headfirst. Blood ran from his scalp. He stayed awake. The road tore skin from his body. Inexperience gripped the throttle. Sirens broke the silence.
A 47-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Linden Boulevard near 155th in Brooklyn crashed headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Inexperience held the throttle.' The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The injured man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. He remained conscious at the scene, with blood pouring from his scalp and skin torn from his body. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists, especially when driver inexperience is involved.
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Cadillac Permit Driver Hits Cyclist on Ohio Walk▸Aug 23 - A Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk. The cyclist flew from his bike, helmeted, head bleeding. Shock froze his face. The car’s right bumper cracked. Both moved straight. The driver held only a permit.
A 17-year-old permit driver in a Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk near East 66th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both the car and the cyclist were traveling straight when the sedan’s right front bumper hit the cyclist. The impact ejected the cyclist from his bike. He suffered a severe head injury and was in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash left him bleeding from the head. The driver had only a learner’s permit at the time of the collision.
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Speeding SUV Crushes Passenger on Cadman Plaza▸Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Sep 4 - A man tried to cross Avenue M near midnight. An SUV, moving too fast, struck him with its right front bumper. His head hit the ground. He died there. The street stayed quiet. A second SUV sat parked, its rear bumper dented.
A 65-year-old man was killed while crossing Avenue M late at night. According to the police report, a speeding SUV hit him with its right front bumper. The impact caused fatal head injuries. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the contributing factor. The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk, but the primary cause remains the driver's unsafe speed. A second SUV, parked nearby, was also damaged but not involved in the fatal impact. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the deadly risk when drivers travel too fast for city streets.
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Pickup Turns, Crushes Boy Cyclist on Linden▸Sep 3 - A pickup truck turned on Linden Boulevard. It struck a 9-year-old boy riding his bike. The truck’s right side dented. The boy’s legs shattered. He lay conscious on the asphalt. Driver inattention marked the crash. The street fell silent.
A 9-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a turning pickup truck at the corner of Linden Boulevard and Troy Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pickup made a right turn and hit the boy head-on, crushing his legs and leaving him conscious but severely injured on the street. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s error. The truck’s right side was damaged in the impact. No injuries were reported for the adult driver of the pickup. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Thrown After Striking Stopped SUV▸Sep 3 - A young cyclist hit the back of a stopped SUV on Central Avenue. He flew forward, face first. Blood on the street. The SUV’s brakes were defective. The rider stayed conscious. His face split open. No helmet. The driver was unhurt.
A 24-year-old cyclist was injured after crashing into the rear of a stopped SUV at Central Avenue and Menahan Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A bike slammed into the rear of a stopped SUV. The rider, 24, flew forward. No helmet. His face split open on impact. The SUV’s brakes were defective. He stayed conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe facial lacerations and was ejected from his bike. The SUV’s brakes were listed as defective, a critical contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s driver or occupant. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the mechanical failure of the SUV.
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Pedestrian Killed by Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Sep 2 - A man stepped into the Belt Parkway. A sedan struck him head-on. Steel met flesh. The driver survived with pain. The pedestrian died on the road. No crosswalk. No warning. The night swallowed another life.
A 40-year-old man was killed when a 2016 Toyota sedan struck him head-on on the Belt Parkway. According to the police report, the man entered the eastbound lane beneath an overpass. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered leg injuries and pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No crosswalk was present. The impact left the pedestrian dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal mix of speed, steel, and unprotected human bodies on city highways.
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Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed▸Aug 30 - A diesel truck turned right on Pennsylvania Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. The trailer caught him. He was thrown. His body broke on the street. He died there, alone, in daylight. The driver kept going. The city stayed loud.
A deadly crash unfolded at Pennsylvania Avenue and Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a diesel tractor truck turned right while a 43-year-old man on an e-bike continued straight. The truck's trailer struck the cyclist, ejecting him. He died at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond this are noted in the data. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as recorded after the truck driver's actions. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when massive vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Aug 29 - A Honda sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing Clarkson Avenue. The man had the signal. The car did not stop. He fell hard. Blood pooled. His head was bleeding. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield.
A 68-year-old man was crossing Clarkson Avenue at the crosswalk with the signal when a westbound Honda sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A 68-year-old man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal. A westbound Honda did not stop. The sedan struck him head-on. He fell. Blood pooled on the asphalt. His head was bleeding. He was conscious.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver continued straight and failed to yield to the pedestrian, who was lawfully crossing. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Slams Stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue▸Aug 27 - A motorcycle crashed into a stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue. The rider’s leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. Steel tore flesh. The rider stayed conscious. Driver inattention listed as a factor. The BMW driver was not hurt.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a stopped BMW sedan on 3rd Avenue near 19th Street in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old motorcycle rider suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a stopped BMW. The rider, 22, wore no helmet. His leg split open on impact. Blood on pavement. Flesh torn by steel. He stayed conscious.' The BMW driver, a 35-year-old woman, was not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The rider was not wearing a helmet, which is noted in the report after the mention of driver inattention.
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Motorcyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 26 - A motorcycle struck a sedan on Albany Avenue. The rider flew off, head split open, blood on the street. He stayed conscious, pain sharp in the morning light. The sedan’s side crumpled. No helmet. No mercy. Brooklyn traffic did not stop.
A violent crash unfolded near 815 Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a motorcycle slammed into the side of a southbound sedan. The 37-year-old motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe head lacerations and bleeding on the asphalt. He was conscious at the scene. The sedan’s 65-year-old driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but no driver errors were cited. The impact left the sedan’s left side doors damaged and the motorcycle’s front end crushed. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Helmetless Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 23 - A 47-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Linden Boulevard. He struck headfirst. Blood ran from his scalp. He stayed awake. The road tore skin from his body. Inexperience gripped the throttle. Sirens broke the silence.
A 47-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Linden Boulevard near 155th in Brooklyn crashed headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Inexperience held the throttle.' The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The injured man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. He remained conscious at the scene, with blood pouring from his scalp and skin torn from his body. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists, especially when driver inexperience is involved.
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Cadillac Permit Driver Hits Cyclist on Ohio Walk▸Aug 23 - A Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk. The cyclist flew from his bike, helmeted, head bleeding. Shock froze his face. The car’s right bumper cracked. Both moved straight. The driver held only a permit.
A 17-year-old permit driver in a Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk near East 66th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both the car and the cyclist were traveling straight when the sedan’s right front bumper hit the cyclist. The impact ejected the cyclist from his bike. He suffered a severe head injury and was in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash left him bleeding from the head. The driver had only a learner’s permit at the time of the collision.
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Speeding SUV Crushes Passenger on Cadman Plaza▸Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Sep 3 - A pickup truck turned on Linden Boulevard. It struck a 9-year-old boy riding his bike. The truck’s right side dented. The boy’s legs shattered. He lay conscious on the asphalt. Driver inattention marked the crash. The street fell silent.
A 9-year-old boy riding a bike was struck by a turning pickup truck at the corner of Linden Boulevard and Troy Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the pickup made a right turn and hit the boy head-on, crushing his legs and leaving him conscious but severely injured on the street. The report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor. The boy was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver’s error. The truck’s right side was damaged in the impact. No injuries were reported for the adult driver of the pickup. The crash highlights the danger faced by young cyclists on city streets.
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Cyclist Thrown After Striking Stopped SUV▸Sep 3 - A young cyclist hit the back of a stopped SUV on Central Avenue. He flew forward, face first. Blood on the street. The SUV’s brakes were defective. The rider stayed conscious. His face split open. No helmet. The driver was unhurt.
A 24-year-old cyclist was injured after crashing into the rear of a stopped SUV at Central Avenue and Menahan Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A bike slammed into the rear of a stopped SUV. The rider, 24, flew forward. No helmet. His face split open on impact. The SUV’s brakes were defective. He stayed conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe facial lacerations and was ejected from his bike. The SUV’s brakes were listed as defective, a critical contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s driver or occupant. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the mechanical failure of the SUV.
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Pedestrian Killed by Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Sep 2 - A man stepped into the Belt Parkway. A sedan struck him head-on. Steel met flesh. The driver survived with pain. The pedestrian died on the road. No crosswalk. No warning. The night swallowed another life.
A 40-year-old man was killed when a 2016 Toyota sedan struck him head-on on the Belt Parkway. According to the police report, the man entered the eastbound lane beneath an overpass. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered leg injuries and pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No crosswalk was present. The impact left the pedestrian dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal mix of speed, steel, and unprotected human bodies on city highways.
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Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed▸Aug 30 - A diesel truck turned right on Pennsylvania Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. The trailer caught him. He was thrown. His body broke on the street. He died there, alone, in daylight. The driver kept going. The city stayed loud.
A deadly crash unfolded at Pennsylvania Avenue and Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a diesel tractor truck turned right while a 43-year-old man on an e-bike continued straight. The truck's trailer struck the cyclist, ejecting him. He died at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond this are noted in the data. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as recorded after the truck driver's actions. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when massive vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Aug 29 - A Honda sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing Clarkson Avenue. The man had the signal. The car did not stop. He fell hard. Blood pooled. His head was bleeding. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield.
A 68-year-old man was crossing Clarkson Avenue at the crosswalk with the signal when a westbound Honda sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A 68-year-old man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal. A westbound Honda did not stop. The sedan struck him head-on. He fell. Blood pooled on the asphalt. His head was bleeding. He was conscious.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver continued straight and failed to yield to the pedestrian, who was lawfully crossing. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Slams Stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue▸Aug 27 - A motorcycle crashed into a stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue. The rider’s leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. Steel tore flesh. The rider stayed conscious. Driver inattention listed as a factor. The BMW driver was not hurt.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a stopped BMW sedan on 3rd Avenue near 19th Street in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old motorcycle rider suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a stopped BMW. The rider, 22, wore no helmet. His leg split open on impact. Blood on pavement. Flesh torn by steel. He stayed conscious.' The BMW driver, a 35-year-old woman, was not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The rider was not wearing a helmet, which is noted in the report after the mention of driver inattention.
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Motorcyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 26 - A motorcycle struck a sedan on Albany Avenue. The rider flew off, head split open, blood on the street. He stayed conscious, pain sharp in the morning light. The sedan’s side crumpled. No helmet. No mercy. Brooklyn traffic did not stop.
A violent crash unfolded near 815 Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a motorcycle slammed into the side of a southbound sedan. The 37-year-old motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe head lacerations and bleeding on the asphalt. He was conscious at the scene. The sedan’s 65-year-old driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but no driver errors were cited. The impact left the sedan’s left side doors damaged and the motorcycle’s front end crushed. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Helmetless Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 23 - A 47-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Linden Boulevard. He struck headfirst. Blood ran from his scalp. He stayed awake. The road tore skin from his body. Inexperience gripped the throttle. Sirens broke the silence.
A 47-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Linden Boulevard near 155th in Brooklyn crashed headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Inexperience held the throttle.' The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The injured man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. He remained conscious at the scene, with blood pouring from his scalp and skin torn from his body. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists, especially when driver inexperience is involved.
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Cadillac Permit Driver Hits Cyclist on Ohio Walk▸Aug 23 - A Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk. The cyclist flew from his bike, helmeted, head bleeding. Shock froze his face. The car’s right bumper cracked. Both moved straight. The driver held only a permit.
A 17-year-old permit driver in a Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk near East 66th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both the car and the cyclist were traveling straight when the sedan’s right front bumper hit the cyclist. The impact ejected the cyclist from his bike. He suffered a severe head injury and was in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash left him bleeding from the head. The driver had only a learner’s permit at the time of the collision.
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Speeding SUV Crushes Passenger on Cadman Plaza▸Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Sep 3 - A young cyclist hit the back of a stopped SUV on Central Avenue. He flew forward, face first. Blood on the street. The SUV’s brakes were defective. The rider stayed conscious. His face split open. No helmet. The driver was unhurt.
A 24-year-old cyclist was injured after crashing into the rear of a stopped SUV at Central Avenue and Menahan Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, 'A bike slammed into the rear of a stopped SUV. The rider, 24, flew forward. No helmet. His face split open on impact. The SUV’s brakes were defective. He stayed conscious.' The cyclist suffered severe facial lacerations and was ejected from his bike. The SUV’s brakes were listed as defective, a critical contributing factor. No injuries were reported for the SUV’s driver or occupant. The report notes the cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is mentioned only after the mechanical failure of the SUV.
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Pedestrian Killed by Sedan on Belt Parkway▸Sep 2 - A man stepped into the Belt Parkway. A sedan struck him head-on. Steel met flesh. The driver survived with pain. The pedestrian died on the road. No crosswalk. No warning. The night swallowed another life.
A 40-year-old man was killed when a 2016 Toyota sedan struck him head-on on the Belt Parkway. According to the police report, the man entered the eastbound lane beneath an overpass. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered leg injuries and pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No crosswalk was present. The impact left the pedestrian dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal mix of speed, steel, and unprotected human bodies on city highways.
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Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed▸Aug 30 - A diesel truck turned right on Pennsylvania Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. The trailer caught him. He was thrown. His body broke on the street. He died there, alone, in daylight. The driver kept going. The city stayed loud.
A deadly crash unfolded at Pennsylvania Avenue and Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a diesel tractor truck turned right while a 43-year-old man on an e-bike continued straight. The truck's trailer struck the cyclist, ejecting him. He died at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond this are noted in the data. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as recorded after the truck driver's actions. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when massive vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Aug 29 - A Honda sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing Clarkson Avenue. The man had the signal. The car did not stop. He fell hard. Blood pooled. His head was bleeding. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield.
A 68-year-old man was crossing Clarkson Avenue at the crosswalk with the signal when a westbound Honda sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A 68-year-old man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal. A westbound Honda did not stop. The sedan struck him head-on. He fell. Blood pooled on the asphalt. His head was bleeding. He was conscious.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver continued straight and failed to yield to the pedestrian, who was lawfully crossing. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Slams Stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue▸Aug 27 - A motorcycle crashed into a stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue. The rider’s leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. Steel tore flesh. The rider stayed conscious. Driver inattention listed as a factor. The BMW driver was not hurt.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a stopped BMW sedan on 3rd Avenue near 19th Street in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old motorcycle rider suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a stopped BMW. The rider, 22, wore no helmet. His leg split open on impact. Blood on pavement. Flesh torn by steel. He stayed conscious.' The BMW driver, a 35-year-old woman, was not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The rider was not wearing a helmet, which is noted in the report after the mention of driver inattention.
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Motorcyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 26 - A motorcycle struck a sedan on Albany Avenue. The rider flew off, head split open, blood on the street. He stayed conscious, pain sharp in the morning light. The sedan’s side crumpled. No helmet. No mercy. Brooklyn traffic did not stop.
A violent crash unfolded near 815 Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a motorcycle slammed into the side of a southbound sedan. The 37-year-old motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe head lacerations and bleeding on the asphalt. He was conscious at the scene. The sedan’s 65-year-old driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but no driver errors were cited. The impact left the sedan’s left side doors damaged and the motorcycle’s front end crushed. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Helmetless Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 23 - A 47-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Linden Boulevard. He struck headfirst. Blood ran from his scalp. He stayed awake. The road tore skin from his body. Inexperience gripped the throttle. Sirens broke the silence.
A 47-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Linden Boulevard near 155th in Brooklyn crashed headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Inexperience held the throttle.' The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The injured man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. He remained conscious at the scene, with blood pouring from his scalp and skin torn from his body. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists, especially when driver inexperience is involved.
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Cadillac Permit Driver Hits Cyclist on Ohio Walk▸Aug 23 - A Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk. The cyclist flew from his bike, helmeted, head bleeding. Shock froze his face. The car’s right bumper cracked. Both moved straight. The driver held only a permit.
A 17-year-old permit driver in a Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk near East 66th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both the car and the cyclist were traveling straight when the sedan’s right front bumper hit the cyclist. The impact ejected the cyclist from his bike. He suffered a severe head injury and was in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash left him bleeding from the head. The driver had only a learner’s permit at the time of the collision.
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Speeding SUV Crushes Passenger on Cadman Plaza▸Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Sep 2 - A man stepped into the Belt Parkway. A sedan struck him head-on. Steel met flesh. The driver survived with pain. The pedestrian died on the road. No crosswalk. No warning. The night swallowed another life.
A 40-year-old man was killed when a 2016 Toyota sedan struck him head-on on the Belt Parkway. According to the police report, the man entered the eastbound lane beneath an overpass. The sedan hit him with its left front bumper. The driver, a 37-year-old man, suffered leg injuries and pain. The report lists 'Pedestrian/Bicyclist/Other Pedestrian Error/Confusion' as a contributing factor. No crosswalk was present. The impact left the pedestrian dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal mix of speed, steel, and unprotected human bodies on city highways.
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Diesel Truck Turns, E-Bike Rider Killed▸Aug 30 - A diesel truck turned right on Pennsylvania Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. The trailer caught him. He was thrown. His body broke on the street. He died there, alone, in daylight. The driver kept going. The city stayed loud.
A deadly crash unfolded at Pennsylvania Avenue and Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a diesel tractor truck turned right while a 43-year-old man on an e-bike continued straight. The truck's trailer struck the cyclist, ejecting him. He died at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond this are noted in the data. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as recorded after the truck driver's actions. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when massive vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Aug 29 - A Honda sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing Clarkson Avenue. The man had the signal. The car did not stop. He fell hard. Blood pooled. His head was bleeding. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield.
A 68-year-old man was crossing Clarkson Avenue at the crosswalk with the signal when a westbound Honda sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A 68-year-old man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal. A westbound Honda did not stop. The sedan struck him head-on. He fell. Blood pooled on the asphalt. His head was bleeding. He was conscious.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver continued straight and failed to yield to the pedestrian, who was lawfully crossing. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Slams Stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue▸Aug 27 - A motorcycle crashed into a stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue. The rider’s leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. Steel tore flesh. The rider stayed conscious. Driver inattention listed as a factor. The BMW driver was not hurt.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a stopped BMW sedan on 3rd Avenue near 19th Street in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old motorcycle rider suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a stopped BMW. The rider, 22, wore no helmet. His leg split open on impact. Blood on pavement. Flesh torn by steel. He stayed conscious.' The BMW driver, a 35-year-old woman, was not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The rider was not wearing a helmet, which is noted in the report after the mention of driver inattention.
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Motorcyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 26 - A motorcycle struck a sedan on Albany Avenue. The rider flew off, head split open, blood on the street. He stayed conscious, pain sharp in the morning light. The sedan’s side crumpled. No helmet. No mercy. Brooklyn traffic did not stop.
A violent crash unfolded near 815 Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a motorcycle slammed into the side of a southbound sedan. The 37-year-old motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe head lacerations and bleeding on the asphalt. He was conscious at the scene. The sedan’s 65-year-old driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but no driver errors were cited. The impact left the sedan’s left side doors damaged and the motorcycle’s front end crushed. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Helmetless Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 23 - A 47-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Linden Boulevard. He struck headfirst. Blood ran from his scalp. He stayed awake. The road tore skin from his body. Inexperience gripped the throttle. Sirens broke the silence.
A 47-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Linden Boulevard near 155th in Brooklyn crashed headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Inexperience held the throttle.' The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The injured man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. He remained conscious at the scene, with blood pouring from his scalp and skin torn from his body. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists, especially when driver inexperience is involved.
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Cadillac Permit Driver Hits Cyclist on Ohio Walk▸Aug 23 - A Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk. The cyclist flew from his bike, helmeted, head bleeding. Shock froze his face. The car’s right bumper cracked. Both moved straight. The driver held only a permit.
A 17-year-old permit driver in a Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk near East 66th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both the car and the cyclist were traveling straight when the sedan’s right front bumper hit the cyclist. The impact ejected the cyclist from his bike. He suffered a severe head injury and was in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash left him bleeding from the head. The driver had only a learner’s permit at the time of the collision.
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Speeding SUV Crushes Passenger on Cadman Plaza▸Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Aug 30 - A diesel truck turned right on Pennsylvania Avenue. An e-bike rider went straight. The trailer caught him. He was thrown. His body broke on the street. He died there, alone, in daylight. The driver kept going. The city stayed loud.
A deadly crash unfolded at Pennsylvania Avenue and Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a diesel tractor truck turned right while a 43-year-old man on an e-bike continued straight. The truck's trailer struck the cyclist, ejecting him. He died at the scene. The report lists 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. No driver errors beyond this are noted in the data. The e-bike rider was not wearing a helmet, as recorded after the truck driver's actions. No other injuries were reported. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when massive vehicles and vulnerable road users cross paths on city streets.
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Sedan Strikes Elderly Pedestrian in Crosswalk▸Aug 29 - A Honda sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing Clarkson Avenue. The man had the signal. The car did not stop. He fell hard. Blood pooled. His head was bleeding. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield.
A 68-year-old man was crossing Clarkson Avenue at the crosswalk with the signal when a westbound Honda sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A 68-year-old man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal. A westbound Honda did not stop. The sedan struck him head-on. He fell. Blood pooled on the asphalt. His head was bleeding. He was conscious.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver continued straight and failed to yield to the pedestrian, who was lawfully crossing. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Slams Stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue▸Aug 27 - A motorcycle crashed into a stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue. The rider’s leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. Steel tore flesh. The rider stayed conscious. Driver inattention listed as a factor. The BMW driver was not hurt.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a stopped BMW sedan on 3rd Avenue near 19th Street in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old motorcycle rider suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a stopped BMW. The rider, 22, wore no helmet. His leg split open on impact. Blood on pavement. Flesh torn by steel. He stayed conscious.' The BMW driver, a 35-year-old woman, was not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The rider was not wearing a helmet, which is noted in the report after the mention of driver inattention.
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Motorcyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 26 - A motorcycle struck a sedan on Albany Avenue. The rider flew off, head split open, blood on the street. He stayed conscious, pain sharp in the morning light. The sedan’s side crumpled. No helmet. No mercy. Brooklyn traffic did not stop.
A violent crash unfolded near 815 Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a motorcycle slammed into the side of a southbound sedan. The 37-year-old motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe head lacerations and bleeding on the asphalt. He was conscious at the scene. The sedan’s 65-year-old driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but no driver errors were cited. The impact left the sedan’s left side doors damaged and the motorcycle’s front end crushed. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Helmetless Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 23 - A 47-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Linden Boulevard. He struck headfirst. Blood ran from his scalp. He stayed awake. The road tore skin from his body. Inexperience gripped the throttle. Sirens broke the silence.
A 47-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Linden Boulevard near 155th in Brooklyn crashed headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Inexperience held the throttle.' The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The injured man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. He remained conscious at the scene, with blood pouring from his scalp and skin torn from his body. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists, especially when driver inexperience is involved.
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Cadillac Permit Driver Hits Cyclist on Ohio Walk▸Aug 23 - A Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk. The cyclist flew from his bike, helmeted, head bleeding. Shock froze his face. The car’s right bumper cracked. Both moved straight. The driver held only a permit.
A 17-year-old permit driver in a Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk near East 66th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both the car and the cyclist were traveling straight when the sedan’s right front bumper hit the cyclist. The impact ejected the cyclist from his bike. He suffered a severe head injury and was in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash left him bleeding from the head. The driver had only a learner’s permit at the time of the collision.
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Speeding SUV Crushes Passenger on Cadman Plaza▸Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Aug 29 - A Honda sedan hit a 68-year-old man crossing Clarkson Avenue. The man had the signal. The car did not stop. He fell hard. Blood pooled. His head was bleeding. He stayed conscious. The driver failed to yield.
A 68-year-old man was crossing Clarkson Avenue at the crosswalk with the signal when a westbound Honda sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A 68-year-old man stepped into the crosswalk with the signal. A westbound Honda did not stop. The sedan struck him head-on. He fell. Blood pooled on the asphalt. His head was bleeding. He was conscious.' The pedestrian suffered a head injury and severe bleeding. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. The driver continued straight and failed to yield to the pedestrian, who was lawfully crossing. No other contributing factors were listed.
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Motorcycle Slams Stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue▸Aug 27 - A motorcycle crashed into a stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue. The rider’s leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. Steel tore flesh. The rider stayed conscious. Driver inattention listed as a factor. The BMW driver was not hurt.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a stopped BMW sedan on 3rd Avenue near 19th Street in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old motorcycle rider suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a stopped BMW. The rider, 22, wore no helmet. His leg split open on impact. Blood on pavement. Flesh torn by steel. He stayed conscious.' The BMW driver, a 35-year-old woman, was not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The rider was not wearing a helmet, which is noted in the report after the mention of driver inattention.
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Motorcyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 26 - A motorcycle struck a sedan on Albany Avenue. The rider flew off, head split open, blood on the street. He stayed conscious, pain sharp in the morning light. The sedan’s side crumpled. No helmet. No mercy. Brooklyn traffic did not stop.
A violent crash unfolded near 815 Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a motorcycle slammed into the side of a southbound sedan. The 37-year-old motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe head lacerations and bleeding on the asphalt. He was conscious at the scene. The sedan’s 65-year-old driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but no driver errors were cited. The impact left the sedan’s left side doors damaged and the motorcycle’s front end crushed. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Helmetless Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 23 - A 47-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Linden Boulevard. He struck headfirst. Blood ran from his scalp. He stayed awake. The road tore skin from his body. Inexperience gripped the throttle. Sirens broke the silence.
A 47-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Linden Boulevard near 155th in Brooklyn crashed headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Inexperience held the throttle.' The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The injured man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. He remained conscious at the scene, with blood pouring from his scalp and skin torn from his body. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists, especially when driver inexperience is involved.
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Cadillac Permit Driver Hits Cyclist on Ohio Walk▸Aug 23 - A Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk. The cyclist flew from his bike, helmeted, head bleeding. Shock froze his face. The car’s right bumper cracked. Both moved straight. The driver held only a permit.
A 17-year-old permit driver in a Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk near East 66th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both the car and the cyclist were traveling straight when the sedan’s right front bumper hit the cyclist. The impact ejected the cyclist from his bike. He suffered a severe head injury and was in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash left him bleeding from the head. The driver had only a learner’s permit at the time of the collision.
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Speeding SUV Crushes Passenger on Cadman Plaza▸Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Aug 27 - A motorcycle crashed into a stopped BMW on 3rd Avenue. The rider’s leg split open. Blood pooled on the street. Steel tore flesh. The rider stayed conscious. Driver inattention listed as a factor. The BMW driver was not hurt.
A motorcycle struck the rear of a stopped BMW sedan on 3rd Avenue near 19th Street in Brooklyn. The 22-year-old motorcycle rider suffered severe lacerations to his leg. According to the police report, 'A motorcycle slammed into the rear of a stopped BMW. The rider, 22, wore no helmet. His leg split open on impact. Blood on pavement. Flesh torn by steel. He stayed conscious.' The BMW driver, a 35-year-old woman, was not injured. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as a contributing factor in the crash. The rider was not wearing a helmet, which is noted in the report after the mention of driver inattention.
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Motorcyclist Thrown, Bleeding After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 26 - A motorcycle struck a sedan on Albany Avenue. The rider flew off, head split open, blood on the street. He stayed conscious, pain sharp in the morning light. The sedan’s side crumpled. No helmet. No mercy. Brooklyn traffic did not stop.
A violent crash unfolded near 815 Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a motorcycle slammed into the side of a southbound sedan. The 37-year-old motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe head lacerations and bleeding on the asphalt. He was conscious at the scene. The sedan’s 65-year-old driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but no driver errors were cited. The impact left the sedan’s left side doors damaged and the motorcycle’s front end crushed. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Helmetless Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 23 - A 47-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Linden Boulevard. He struck headfirst. Blood ran from his scalp. He stayed awake. The road tore skin from his body. Inexperience gripped the throttle. Sirens broke the silence.
A 47-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Linden Boulevard near 155th in Brooklyn crashed headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Inexperience held the throttle.' The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The injured man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. He remained conscious at the scene, with blood pouring from his scalp and skin torn from his body. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists, especially when driver inexperience is involved.
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Cadillac Permit Driver Hits Cyclist on Ohio Walk▸Aug 23 - A Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk. The cyclist flew from his bike, helmeted, head bleeding. Shock froze his face. The car’s right bumper cracked. Both moved straight. The driver held only a permit.
A 17-year-old permit driver in a Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk near East 66th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both the car and the cyclist were traveling straight when the sedan’s right front bumper hit the cyclist. The impact ejected the cyclist from his bike. He suffered a severe head injury and was in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash left him bleeding from the head. The driver had only a learner’s permit at the time of the collision.
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Speeding SUV Crushes Passenger on Cadman Plaza▸Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Aug 26 - A motorcycle struck a sedan on Albany Avenue. The rider flew off, head split open, blood on the street. He stayed conscious, pain sharp in the morning light. The sedan’s side crumpled. No helmet. No mercy. Brooklyn traffic did not stop.
A violent crash unfolded near 815 Albany Avenue in Brooklyn. According to the police report, a motorcycle slammed into the side of a southbound sedan. The 37-year-old motorcyclist was ejected, suffering severe head lacerations and bleeding on the asphalt. He was conscious at the scene. The sedan’s 65-year-old driver was not reported injured. Both vehicles were traveling straight. The police report lists all contributing factors as 'Unspecified.' The motorcyclist was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but no driver errors were cited. The impact left the sedan’s left side doors damaged and the motorcycle’s front end crushed. No further details on fault or cause were provided.
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Helmetless Motorcyclist Bleeds After Brooklyn Crash▸Aug 23 - A 47-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Linden Boulevard. He struck headfirst. Blood ran from his scalp. He stayed awake. The road tore skin from his body. Inexperience gripped the throttle. Sirens broke the silence.
A 47-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Linden Boulevard near 155th in Brooklyn crashed headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Inexperience held the throttle.' The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The injured man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. He remained conscious at the scene, with blood pouring from his scalp and skin torn from his body. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists, especially when driver inexperience is involved.
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Cadillac Permit Driver Hits Cyclist on Ohio Walk▸Aug 23 - A Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk. The cyclist flew from his bike, helmeted, head bleeding. Shock froze his face. The car’s right bumper cracked. Both moved straight. The driver held only a permit.
A 17-year-old permit driver in a Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk near East 66th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both the car and the cyclist were traveling straight when the sedan’s right front bumper hit the cyclist. The impact ejected the cyclist from his bike. He suffered a severe head injury and was in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash left him bleeding from the head. The driver had only a learner’s permit at the time of the collision.
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Speeding SUV Crushes Passenger on Cadman Plaza▸Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Aug 23 - A 47-year-old man crashed his motorcycle on Linden Boulevard. He struck headfirst. Blood ran from his scalp. He stayed awake. The road tore skin from his body. Inexperience gripped the throttle. Sirens broke the silence.
A 47-year-old man riding a motorcycle westbound on Linden Boulevard near 155th in Brooklyn crashed headfirst and suffered severe head lacerations. According to the police report, 'Inexperience held the throttle.' The report lists 'Driver Inexperience' as a contributing factor. The injured man was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the data. He remained conscious at the scene, with blood pouring from his scalp and skin torn from his body. No other vehicles or people were reported injured. The crash highlights the dangers faced by motorcyclists, especially when driver inexperience is involved.
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Cadillac Permit Driver Hits Cyclist on Ohio Walk▸Aug 23 - A Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk. The cyclist flew from his bike, helmeted, head bleeding. Shock froze his face. The car’s right bumper cracked. Both moved straight. The driver held only a permit.
A 17-year-old permit driver in a Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk near East 66th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both the car and the cyclist were traveling straight when the sedan’s right front bumper hit the cyclist. The impact ejected the cyclist from his bike. He suffered a severe head injury and was in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash left him bleeding from the head. The driver had only a learner’s permit at the time of the collision.
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Speeding SUV Crushes Passenger on Cadman Plaza▸Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Aug 23 - A Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk. The cyclist flew from his bike, helmeted, head bleeding. Shock froze his face. The car’s right bumper cracked. Both moved straight. The driver held only a permit.
A 17-year-old permit driver in a Cadillac sedan struck a 53-year-old cyclist on Ohio Walk near East 66th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, both the car and the cyclist were traveling straight when the sedan’s right front bumper hit the cyclist. The impact ejected the cyclist from his bike. He suffered a severe head injury and was in shock. The police report lists 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' as contributing factors. The cyclist was wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but the crash left him bleeding from the head. The driver had only a learner’s permit at the time of the collision.
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Speeding SUV Crushes Passenger on Cadman Plaza▸Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Aug 22 - A Cadillac SUV tore north on Cadman Plaza West. The driver lost control. Steel slammed forward. The driver, 60, trapped and incoherent. In the back, a 76-year-old woman crushed. No belts. No warning. One dead, one broken. Silence followed.
A Cadillac SUV sped north on Cadman Plaza West near Furman Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the SUV was traveling at unsafe speed when it crashed. The 60-year-old male driver was trapped and incoherent, suffering crush injuries. In the right rear seat, a 76-year-old woman was also trapped and killed, her body crushed. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. Neither occupant wore safety equipment, as noted after the driver errors. The crash left one dead and one injured. The scene was steel, silence, and loss.
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Scooter Rider Killed by Kia at Blocked Brooklyn Corner▸Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Aug 20 - A young man on a Hover-1 scooter crossed 18th Avenue. A Kia sedan struck him. He flew from the scooter. His head hit hard. He did not wake up. The view was blocked. The street claimed another life.
A 21-year-old man riding a Hover-1 e-scooter was killed at the intersection of 18th Avenue and 74th Street in Brooklyn. According to the police report, the southbound Kia sedan hit the scooter rider, ejecting him and causing fatal head injuries. The report states, “The view was blocked.” All listed contributing factors are 'View Obstructed/Limited.' The data shows no other driver errors. The scooter rider was not wearing a helmet, as noted in the report, but this is mentioned only after the primary factor of obstructed view. No injuries were reported for the sedan occupants. The crash highlights the lethal risk when sightlines are blocked on city streets.
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SUV Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist on Bedford▸Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Aug 20 - A Ford SUV ran a signal on Bedford Avenue. It struck a 26-year-old cyclist. He flew, head split, blood pooled. Semiconscious, he lay under harsh streetlights. The SUV driver failed to pay attention. Williamsburg silent, sirens closing in.
A Ford SUV traveling north on Bedford Avenue struck a 26-year-old man riding a bike eastbound at North 11th Street. According to the police report, the SUV driver disregarded a traffic control signal and was inattentive or distracted. The cyclist was ejected from his bike, suffered severe head injuries, and was found semiconscious with blood pooling on the street. The report states, 'Traffic signal ignored.' The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the primary driver errors. No other injuries were reported. The collision highlights the danger when drivers ignore signals and lose focus behind the wheel.
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Sedan Ignores Light, Strikes Pedestrian Head-On▸Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Aug 20 - A sedan sped west on Eastern Parkway. The driver ran the light at Utica Avenue. A man crossed with the signal. The car hit him head-on. His skull split. Blood pooled. He lay semiconscious. The sedan rolled away, untouched.
A 60-year-old man was crossing Eastern Parkway at Utica Avenue with the signal when a westbound sedan struck him head-on. According to the police report, 'A man crossed with the light. A westbound sedan ran it. Struck him head-on.' The pedestrian suffered severe head lacerations and was left semiconscious at the scene. The report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The sedan showed no visible damage and continued on. The man was injured while following the signal. The crash highlights the danger when drivers ignore traffic controls and speed through intersections.
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Head-On Bike Crash Shreds East Drive Calm▸Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Aug 18 - Two bikes collided head-on near West Drive. Steel twisted. A 43-year-old man flew off, neck wrenched, skin split, blood on the ground. Both riders ejected. Both conscious. Pain and shock filled the air. The road stayed silent after the crash.
Two bicyclists slammed into each other head-on on East Drive near West Drive. According to the police report, 'Two bikes slammed head-on. Steel bent. A 43-year-old man flew off, hit the ground. His neck wrenched. Skin split. Blood ran. He stayed awake, staring at the sky, breathing through pain.' Both riders were ejected and injured. The 43-year-old suffered severe neck lacerations. The other, age 40, had chest injuries but no visible complaint. The police report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as a contributing factor. No mention of helmet use or signaling as a cause. The crash left both men conscious but hurt, the street marked by their collision.
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Improper Turn Crushes Cyclist on Maspeth▸Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Aug 17 - A man rode south on Maspeth. A turning vehicle struck him. He flew. Steel crushed his leg. The helmet stayed on. The street held its breath. Brooklyn stayed silent.
A 45-year-old man riding a bike south on Maspeth Avenue at Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn was struck by a vehicle making an improper turn. According to the police report, 'A vehicle turned into him. He flew. His leg crushed beneath steel.' The cyclist suffered crush injuries to his knee and lower leg. The crash report lists 'Turning Improperly' as a contributing factor. The cyclist was ejected from his bike. The report notes he wore a helmet, but the primary cause remains the driver's improper turn. No other injuries were reported.
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Sedan Ignores Signal, Slams Cyclist Head-On▸Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.
Aug 16 - A sedan struck a cyclist head-on on Kent Avenue. The cyclist flew, hit the pavement, head first. Blood pooled. He was conscious, barely. Traffic control was ignored. The street was quiet. The man bled in the sun.
A sedan collided head-on with a cyclist on Kent Avenue. The cyclist, a 39-year-old man, was ejected and landed head first, suffering severe bleeding and a head injury. According to the police report, 'Traffic control was ignored.' The sedan's driver and another occupant were not reported injured. The crash data lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as the contributing factor. The cyclist was not wearing a helmet, but this is noted only after the driver's failure to obey traffic controls. The impact left the cyclist conscious but gravely hurt, bleeding on the street.